Minutes
Regular Meeting
Monday, January 7, 2008 at 7:30 p.m.
Pasbeshauke Pavilion
155 College Street Extension
I. CALL TO ORDER
Chairman Robert Friedmann called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m.
II. ROLL CALL
Attendant Members Absent Members
Robert Friedmann, Chairman John Duhig, Alternate Member
Madeleine Fish, Vice Chairman
Walter Harris, Secretary
Paula Stuart, Regular Member
Carl Garbe, Regular Member
Geraldine Lewis, Alternate Member
Charles Sohl, Alternate Member
Attendant Staff
Christina Costa, Zoning Enforcement Officer
Maura Farbotka, Recording Clerk
C. Sohl arrived at 7:32 p.m.
III. ELECTION OF OFFICERS
MOTION to nominate Robert Friedmann to continue as Chairman; MADE: by M. Fish; SECONDED: by W. Harris.
MOTION to approve nomination of Robert Friedmann as Chairman of the Zoning Commission; MADE: by R. Friedmann; SECONDED: by M. Fish; VOTING IN FAVOR: R. Friedmann, M. Fish, W. Harris, P. Stuart, C. Garbe; OPPOSED: none; ABSTAINING: none; APPROVED: 5-0-0.
MOTION to nominate Madeleine Fish as Vice Chairman; MADE: by P. Stuart; SECONDED: by W. Harris.
MOTION to approve nomination of Madeleine Fish as Vice Chairman of the Zoning Commission; MADE: by R. Friedmann; SECONDED: by M. Fish; VOTING IN FAVOR: R. Friedmann, M. Fish, W. Harris, P. Stuart, C. Garbe; OPPOSED: none; ABSTAINING: none; APPROVED: 5-0-0.
MOTION to nominate Walter Harris as Secretary; MADE: by M. Fish; SECONDED: by P. Stuart.
MOTION to approve nomination of Walter Harris as Secretary of the Zoning Commission; MADE: by R. Friedmann; SECONDED: by M. Fish; VOTING IN FAVOR: R. Friedmann, M. Fish, P. Stuart, C. Garbe; OPPOSED: none; ABSTAINING: W. Harris; APPROVED: 4-0-1.
IV. REGULAR BUSINESS
A. MINUTES
MOTION to approve the minutes of the 12/03/07 Zoning Commision meeting as presented MADE: by P. Stuart; SECONDED: by M. Fish; VOTING IN FAVOR: R. Friedmann, M. Fish, W. Harris, P. Stuart, C. Garbe; OPPOSED: none; ABSTAINING: none; APPROVED: 5-0-0.
B. CORRESPONDENCE
Correspondence included Zoning Budget information and schedule for 2008 Zoning Meeting dates.
V. COASTAL SITE PLAN REVIEW APPLICATION:
Construct 793 s.f. addition and 728 s.f. attached garage – 104 Sheffield Street
Map 31/Lot 4, Residence A District
Applicants: Terry and Jean Slane Agent: Peter Atkinson
Peter Atkinson spoke for the applicants. Mr. Atkinson gave a review of the plan for the commission. He noted the existing driveway will be completely removed (including the curb cut). The new driveway will be relocated and made of processed stone. R. Friedmann noted curb cut/driveway permit must be obtained through Selectman’s office. The existing porch will be removed. Mr. Atkinson stated a tracking pad will be used upon installation of the new driveway.
The proposed addition is within setbacks, and reduces the non-conformity of the property.
MOTION to approve the project to construct a 793 s.f. addition and a 728 s.f. attached garage at 104 Sheffield Street; Map 31/Lot4; to be approved because it is consistent with all applicable coastal policies and includes all reasonable measures to mitigate adverse impact; MADE: by R. Friedmann; SECONDED: by P. Stuart; VOTING IN FAVOR: R. Friedmann, M. Fish, W. Harris, P. Stuart, C. Garbe; OPPOSED: none; ABSTAINING: none; APPROVED: 5-0-0.
VI. MINOR MODIFICATION OF AMENDED STATEMENT OF USE OF 8/1/05:
CVS, Boston Post Rd./Stage Rd. – to expand business hrs., incl. pharmacy, to 24 hrs./day,
seven days/week Agent: Atty. David Royston (a representative of CVS to attend).
Attorney David Royston and D. Dorrin, District Manager of CVS were present. Mr. Royston explained the applicant would like to expand to be a 24 hour facility. They would like the approval to be for both the store and the pharmacy, however, the immediate plan is to start with just the store open 24 hours. Mr. Dorrin confirmed the pharmacy will be locked with no access during these extended hours.
C. Garbe raised concern about lights staying on so late. The commission noted the applicant’s original lighting plan which successfully shields excess light.
R. Friedmann noted an entrance sign which is located headed north on Route one, where no right turn is allowed. Mr. Dorrin assured the commission he will make sure this is corrected; entrance is only allowed at that location coming from the south.
MOTION to approve the Minor Modification of Amended Statement of Use (8/1/05); to expand the business hours, including pharmacy, to 24 hours/day, seven days/week; MADE: by R. Friedmann; SECONDED: by W. Harris; VOTING IN FAVOR; R. Friedmann, M. Fish, W. Harris, P. Stuart, C. Garbe; OPPOSED: none; ABSTAINING: none; APPROVED; 5-0-0.
VII. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
A. SPECIAL EXCEPTION USE APPLICATION: Sound Manufacturing (metal fabricator) – occupy 58,283 s.f. for light manufacturing, 50 Schoolhouse Rd., M 27/L31-1, I-1 Dist. Applicant: W.S.Old Saybrook Realty, LLC Agent: Atty. David Royston
Attorney Royston gave a review of the history of this application. In October 2005, Sound Manufacturing entered into a lease agreement with this property. A Special Exception was not filed. In late 2007 the applicant came to the commission for a preliminary review, and now returns with the Special Exception application. It was agreed this was an appropriate use for the site and zone. Attorney Royston noted positive referrals recently received from the Fire Marshal, G. Jacobson, and the Planning Commission. The letter from Attorney Eric Knapp was also reviewed which suggested:
1. The CAM area should be shown on the site plan. This has been done on a revised site plan which has been submitted.
2. The floor plan of Sound Manufacturing space along with the recently occupied additional 3000 s.f. should be submitted; this has been done.
Attorney Royston noted the site plan shows some site improvements to be done more towards spring, including improvements to the parking lot.
Commission confirmed this is a similar product made by the previous tenant, Metal Pro. Attorney Royston confirmed the Statement of Use requires the tenant to abide by all hazardous waste regulations. There is no additional lighting proposed. ZEO C. Costa confirmed all Ordinance 71 fees have been paid.
The commission agrees that due to the location of the CAM area, there is no need for a CAM review with this application.
MOTION to close public hearing; MADE: by W. Harris; SECONDED: by R. Friedmann; no discussion on the motion; VOTING IN FAVOR: R. Friedmann, M. Fish, W. Harris, P. Stuart, C. Garbe; OPPOSED: none; ABSTAINING: none; APPROVED: 5-0-0.
MOTION to approve the Special Exception Use Application; Sound Manufacturing (metal fabricator) – occupy 58,283 s.f. for light manufacturing, 50 Schoolhouse Rd., M 27/L31-1, I-1 Dist.; MADE: by P. Stuart; SECONDED: by R. Friedmann; VOTING IN FAVOR: R. Friedmann, M. Fish, W. Harris, P. Stuart, C. Garbe; OPPOSED: none; ABSTAINING: none; APPROVED: 5-0-0.
B. PROPOSED TEXT CHANGE TO ZONING REGS.: Remove Sec. 57,
Aquifer Protection Regulations; remove Definitions of Primary and Secondary Recharge Areas from Sec. 9; remove Sec. 5.1.6, Supplementary Aquifer Map 6; modify Sec. 4.2.3 to reference the new Aquifer Protection Area Regulations (a separate set of regulations than the zoning regulations). PETITIONER: Old Saybrook Zoning Commission
Zoning Enforcement Officer Chris Costa reviewed the recent activities on the Aquifer Regulations. Discussion held at length with commission.
MOTION to continue public hearing until the next regularly scheduled Zoning Commission meeting to be held on Tuesday, January 22, 2008 at 7:30 p.m. at the Town Hall First Floor Conference room, 302 Main Street; MADE: by R. Friedmann; SECONDED: by P. Stuart; VOTING IN FAVOR: R. Friedmann, M. Fish, W. Harris, P. Stuart, C. Garbe; OPPOSED: none; ABSTAINING: none; APPROVED: 5-0-0.
C. PROPOSED ADOPTION OF AQUIFER PROTECTION AREA REGULATIONS: required by C.G.S.22a-354a to 22a-354b to protect water supply aquifers in the Town of Old Saybrook PETITIONER: Old Saybrook Aquifer Protection Agency (Old Saybrook Zoning Commission is designated Municipal Aquifer Protection Agency).
ZEO Costa reviewed the proposed adoption of the Aquifer Protection Area with the Commission. It was noted positive referrals were received from the Planning Commission, M. Balint of the Office of Long Island Sound, and the Ct. Water Co.
There were no responses from the adjacent towns, the WPCA or the Board of Selectman.
MOTION to close public hearing MADE: by W. Harris; SECONDED: by P. Stuart; VOTING IN FAVOR: R. Friedmann, M. Fish, W. Harris, P. Stuart, C. Garbe; OPPOSED: none; ABSTAINING: none; APPROVED: 5-0-0.
MOTION to approve the Adoption of Aquifer Protection Area Regulations required by C.G.S.22a-354a to 22a-354b to protect water supply aquifers in the Town of Old Saybrook; with the effective date to be determined by the DEP; MADE: by P. Stuart; SECONDED: by W. Harris; VOTING IN FAVOR: R. Friedmann, M. Fish, W. Harris, P. Stuart, C. Garbe; OPPOSED: none; ABSTAINING: none; APPROVED: 5-0-0.
VIII. COMMITTEE, REPRESENTATIVE & STAFF REPORTS
-116 Sea Lane, Saybrook Manor; C&D Order, property owner took $7,500 building permit, and demolished structure.
-5 Gilbert Lane; Building Department had declared property unfit for occupancy. House and garages converted into 5 living units.
-Sam’s Wall; Coordinating with applicant to review applications proposed to IWWC and ZC to permit the wall despite DEP’s denial.
-99 Main Street to become a stoneware/pottery store.
-Essence expanding location to open a spa. To be named “Spa Service for Beauty and Wellness.”
-Former Scamps location to be opened DBA Saybrook Motor Sports. Use to use.
-Discussion held about Day Nurseries/Adult Day Care.
-Discussion held concerning Ordinance 71 fees.
-Proposed Decking Supply company looking to relocate in B4 District; Business to have inside storage and office/showroom. Commission requested applicant come in for further review.
-ZEO Costa is continuing to enforce sign violations. Recent C&D orders to Hess and Tiberios.
-ZEO is following up on violations at the auto mall.
IX. ADJOURNMENT
Chairman Friedmann adjourned the meeting at 9:20 p.m. until the next regularly scheduled meeting to be held on Tuesday, January 22, 2008 at the Town Hall First First Floor Conference Room, 302 Main Street at 7:30 p.m.
Respectively submitted:
Maura Farbotka
Recording Clerk
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