OLD LYME PLANNING COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING
FEBRUARY 10, 2005
PRESENT WERE: Chairman Harold Thompson, Robert McCarthy, Steve Ross, Connie Kastelowitz, Chris Kerr and Alternates Robert Pierson and Nancy Strohla. Also present were: Kim Groves, Jack Alexander and Tony Hendriks.
The Chairman called the meeting to order at 7:35 p.m.
SUBDIVISION – KENWOOD, LLC - 11 LOTS – 392 SHORE ROAD – WOOD CREST ESTATES
SUBDIVISION - FLANDERS 161, LLC – 3 LOTS – 392 SHORE ROAD – SOUTH LYME ESTATES
Mr. Thompson stated because of the ongoing discussions with the Wetlands Commission the applicant has offered a 35 day extension for review of the pending subdivision application. Harold Thompson made a motion to accept the 35 day extension on both the Kenwood, LLC and Flanders 161, LLC subdivision. Robert McCarthy seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously.
BEACH FARMS – MAINTENANCE BOND RELEASE REQUEST
Mr. Thompson stated the commission has received a letter from Tom Metcalf dated December 27, 2004 noting if the outstanding items have been addressed that he recommends a bond reduction. He suggested the retention of $78,628.00 which represents 10% of the original construction cost budget. Chris Kerr made a motion to accept the reduction of the maintenance bond request, retaining $78,628.00. Harold Thompson seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously.
EAST SHORE POINTE SUBDIVISION – ACCEPTANCE OF OLIVIA LANE
Mr. Thompson stated the commission has received a letter from Tom Metcalf dated February 10, 2005 regarding the acceptance of the improvements in the East Shore Pointe Subdivision. He noted since there were still several improvements to be completed the applicant agreed to submit another request in the future when the improvements are closer to completion. No action was taken.
MACHNIK DRIVE – ACCEPTANCE FOR TOWN ROAD
Mr. Thompson reviewed the correspondence from Attorney Mattern indicating that Machnik Drive was ready to be referred to the Selectmen’s office for processing at a town meeting for acceptance. Harold Thompson made a motion to recommend to the Selectmen that Machnik Drive be accepted as a town road contingent upon the submission and filing of a mylar. Robert McCarthy seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously.
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February 10, 2005
MODIFICATION TO SUBDIVISION – 13 GRISWOLD POINT – APPLICANT: TIM GRISWOLD
Mr. Thompson reviewed the proposed modification with the commission. He noted Attorney Mattern had submitted a letter indicating no legal documents are necessary. He also noted Ann Brown, ZEO submitted a letter dated February 9, 2005 stating she was unable to determine compliance with the zoning regulations for this reconfiguration until information showing the exact location of the house on “Parcel C” is submitted. Kim Groves stated Mr. Richard Gates, surveyor for the applicant is currently on vacation and therefore is unable at this time to provide the information requested by the Zoning Enforcement Officer. Mr. Pierson suggested the commission act on the application contingent upon the applicant satisfying the requirements of the ZEO. Harold Thompson made a motion to approve
the modification as presented contingent upon approval and resolution of the ZEO’s comments. Robert McCarthy seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously.
SUBDIVISION – THE WOODS AT WHIPPOORWILL – APPLICANT: STEVEN P. AMES
Steve Ross made a motion to receive the application and set it for public hearing at the March 10th meeting. Robert McCarthy seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously.
SUBDIVISION – LORDS WOODS – APPLICANT: BASSAM AWWA
Steve Ross made a motion to receive the application and set it for public hearing at the March 10th meeting. Robert McCarthy seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously.
Mr. Alexander asked the commission if the applicant would demonstrate which items do not comply with the regulations. Mr. Thompson stated that our town engineer will review the application for compliance, as will the other land use agencies. The commission also noted the application would be available for him to review anytime during office hours.
LOT LINE MODIFICATION – FMTM, LLC – 252-1 & 254 BOSTON POST ROAD
Steve Ross made a motion to receive the application for discussion at our March meeting. Robert McCarthy seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously.
READING AND APPROVAL OF THE JANUARY MINUTES
Steve Ross made a motion to waive the reading and approve the minutes as presented. Chris Kerr seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously.
Respectfully submitted,
Kim Groves
Land Use Administrator
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