These minutes are not verbatim – they are the secretary’s interpretation of what took place at the meeting. – Open Meeting Law – Section III.
Board Members: Marc Garrett, Malcolm MacGregor, Paul McAlduff, Larry Rosenblum, and Bill Wennerberg
Planning Board Alternate: Timothy Grandy
Staff Members: Lee Hartmann and Patrick Farah
Recording Secretary: Eileen Hawthorne
Administrative Notes:
BOA 3581 – Robert J & Marjorie Kay, 17 Clyfton Street, Map 17, Lot 37 – Special Permit to waive rear & side setbacks in order to demolish an existing garage and construct a new detached garage
Paul McAlduff moved for the Board to recommend approval to the Zoning Board of Appeals subject to the following condition:
No part of the garage shall be converted into a dwelling or living space.
The vote was unanimous (5-0).
B487 - Brown Bear Circle Buffers
The Board reviewed the plan for the revised buffers and the buffer management plan for B487 – Ellis Estates (Brown Bear Circle). The Board voted to approve a reduction to the buffers on December 14, 2009.
BOA 3578 – Todd Christian
60 Samoset Street, PID 015-000-079-000
Todd Christian re-presented his request for Special Permits to waive the front/side setback requirements and to enlarge a pre-existing non-conforming structure and use in order to demolish a one story, flat roof structure (32.5’x15.8’) and construct a two-story structure 32.5’x15.8’) with a peaked roof. The existing structure was damaged by a motor vehicle.
Larry Rosenblum felt there were compelling reasons not to support this petition. He felt the proposal did not meet the requirement to allow this structure to be reconstructed; the building is too close to the lot line on both streets and creates a visibility issue for vehicles; the structure would impede the widening of Samoset Street in the future; and it will not enhance the streetscape of the area.
Malcolm MacGregor asked what would happen if the Town was to widen Samoset St. He was concerned with public safety.
Lee Hartmann presented a map detailing the setbacks from Samoset St. of properties in the surrounding neighborhood. Mr. Hartmann stated that the Town may have to take property along Samoset St. by eminent domain which may require that a portion of the building be removed.
Paul McAlduff felt that the proposed project would be an improvement to the neighborhood and fit in with the several existing commercial businesses in the area. Mr. McAlduff suggested that the second floor should be used for storage only.
Marc Garrett stated that he voted in favor of the project at the last meeting and saw no reason to change his vote. Mr. Garrett felt that the project would be an improvement to the streetscape.
Paul McAlduff moved to recommend approval to the Zoning Board of Appeals with a condition that the second floor be used for storage only.
Bill Wennerberg did not support the second floor restriction.
Paul McAlduff moved to amend his motion to remove the second floor restriction.
The vote was (3-2) with Larry Rosenblum and Malcolm MacGregor in opposition.
Public Hearing
B437 – Pinehills - Subdivisions
Apple Barrel and Woodsong
Marc Garrett read the public hearing notice and opened the public hearing.
Bill Wennerberg recused himself and left the meeting.
John Judge, Pinehills LLC, presented the plan for a 24 single-family home subdivision within the Great Island Community. The new streets would be Apple Barrel and Woodsong. The land was once part of the Rebecca’s Landing condominium complex. Mr. Judge also detailed the open space in the area.
Patrick Farah reviewed the plan and noted that the lots conform to the OSMUD standard and the road names have been approved by Engineering and the Fire Dept. The plan details and the proposed emergency access have been approved by the Fire Chief.
Malcolm MacGregor moved for the Board to approve the Apple Barrel and Woodsong subdivision; the vote was unanimous (4-0).
Bill Wennerberg rejoined the meeting.
Other Business:
Marc Garrett presented a letter from Atty. Edward Angley stating that Sunna LLC would not proceed under BOA Case Nom 3445. The letter completes the file and the Board will dismiss its appeal.
The Board discussed working on proactive planning efforts and will begin to work on design guidelines and development standards for non-residential uses. The Board will also review a charge for a new committee that will study land with potential for industrial/commercial/office space. The Board would also like to work with the Town of Kingston on issues affecting both communities.
Paul McAlduff announced that the Building Committee has chosen J & J Contractors to build the new Plymouth North High School.
Bill Wennerberg moved to adjourn at 8:14 p.m.; the vote was unanimous (5-0).
Respectfully Submitted,
Eileen M. Hawthorne Approved: April 26, 2010
Administrative Assistant
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