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
Staff Members: Lee Hartmann
Recording Secretary: Eileen Hawthorne
Administrative Notes:
Minutes:
The Board approved the minutes of March 22, 2010 as presented.
The Board approved the minutes of April 12, 2010 as presented
The Board approved the release of $10,000 for work completed by S.A. Webby, Inc. in the B430 – Clark Estates subdivision.
The Board will approve the release of $6,649.08 for work completed by Old Sandwich Trust in the B430 – Clark Estates subdivision.
The Board recommended approval to the Zoning Board of Appeals of BOA 3582 – S/F LLC, 170 Water Street, Map 14, Lot 70-2 – request for a modification of a Special Permit (BOA Case No. 1465) in order to create a patio, construct a retaining wall and add new landscaping.
The Board determined that the following Form A Plans are entitled to endorsement:
A 4361 - Absolute Building Consultants, Inc., Long Duck Pond Road, Map 122, Lot 1280 (2.82 acres) – Divide into Lots 1333 (51,000 sf), 1334 (42550 sf), 1335 (9300 sf) and 1336 (20260 sf)
A4362 – Dionysios and Catherine Tsourides, Map 54, Lots 10A-39 (17,434 sf) and 10A-40 (19,112 sf) and Robert and Pamela Palmer Map 54, Lot 10A-38 (22,726 sf), Sharps Drive - Combine lots 10A-39 and 10A-40, and lot line adjustment to create lots 10A-234 (22,726 sf) and 10A-235 (36,543 sf)
Paul McAlduff moved for the Board to approve the Administrative Notes as presented; the vote was unanimous (5-0).
Discussion – Old Colony Planning Council
Priority Development/Protection Areas
Eric Arbeene and Bruce Hughes, Old Colony Planning Council (OCPC), presented an overview of a tool that they are developing for the region to establish potential priority development and potential preservation areas within the region. The tool, when completed, will be useful to communities in making land use and zoning decisions and will help define mitigation needs for transportation projects or identify potential uses of TDR. They asked the Board to review the identified potential sites for development and preservation within Plymouth and add or delete any sites as appropriate. The Board should also identify which sites have the highest priority for development or preservation. A map of the entire region will be available when the project is completed.
Lee Hartmann noted that the Pinehills Development should be included on both lists as the development includes residential and commercial uses as well as open space. Mr. Hartmann also stated that some sites may be identified on both lists.
Paul McAlduff stated that the A. D. Makepeace project includes commercial development and should be listed.
Malcolm MacGregor suggested that some sites should be identified for small commercial development within neighborhoods and some should be identified for their energy of green use potential.
The Board felt that it would take some time to develop a criteria to evaluate the sites, and identify the constraints of each site. Review should include evaluation of available and potential infrastructure, whether there are adequate services in the area, potential zoning changes, a cost/benefit analysis. The Board agreed to review the sites, and continue the discussion on potential developable sites and potential open space sites.
Public Hearing
B543 – A. D. Makepeace - River Run
Extension of Special Permit for TRVD
Marc Garrett read the public hearing notice and opened the public hearing.
Larry Rosenblum recused himself and joined the audience.
Participating: Marc Garrett, Bill Wennerberg, Malcolm MacGregor and Paul McAlduff.
Atty. Richard Serkey, representing A. D. Makepeace, presented the request for the Board to extend for good cause the Special Permit for a Traditional Rural Village Development (TRVD) Master Plan Concept Plan – River Run and the Special Permit for Inclusionary Housing. Preparation of the site has begun and the Bourne Road Connector (a.k.a. River Run Way) is under construction.
The Board felt that the special permit had been exercised as construction of the site has commenced.
Public Comment:
Rodney Joseph spoke in favor and requested that the proponent consider donating land to the Federation of Old Plimoth Indian Tribes, Inc. for historic preservation and cultural education. Mr. Joseph also expressed his concerns with water quality in and around White Island Pond.
Judy Kohn, A.D. Makepeace, responded that the site underwent a cultural assessment by Public Archeological Laboratories, Inc. and that they are working with the White Island Pond Association on the water quality issues.
Marc Garrett noted that the project has gone through the MEPA process.
In Opposition: None
Paul McAlduff moved for the Board to grant the extension for good cause of the Master Concept Plan Special Permit and of the Special Permit for Inclusionary Housing with all existing conditions in full force and effect and a determination that substantial use of the Project as permitted by this Special Permit has commenced.
The vote was unanimous (4-0).
Larry Rosenblum rejoined the Board.
The Board took a five minute break.
Discussion:
Site Plan Review
Marc Garrett began the discussion on the draft document of the Site Plan Review guidelines. Mr. Garrett asked that the Board review the document and submit written comments within two weeks on any suggested amendments, additions and edits.
Lee Hartmann stated that the draft document includes guidelines for general site standards, village style developments, large non-village developments, unified complexes, definitions, a matrix of zones, development types, and a pre-application process. Mr. Hartmann noted that most of the sections have advisory standards with a place holder for both mandatory and advisory standards. William Shaw, Associated Engineers has agreed to review the draft as it pertains to pavement standards in each section. Once the Board has completed its revision process, additional input will be requested.
Bill Wennerberg requested that the Board allow four weeks for their review process.
The Board agreed to submit their written comments prior to the May 24, 2010 meeting.
Discussion:
Industrial/Commercial/Office Land Study Committee Charge Review
The Board reviewed the overview, tasks, reporting process, committee make-up and duration for the proposed Industrial/Commercial Land Committee. There is a need for more industrial and commercial land in the town. The committee would identify potential locations, review sites for any development constraints, project the amount of land needed over the next 50 years, analyze and summarize the information, prepare a prioritized list of sites, document findings and create maps, identify additional information needed regarding necessary infrastructure and suggest land use, zoning and policy recommendations. The suggested committee make-up is as follows:
2 Planning Board members
2 Board of Selectmen members
2 Economic Development Foundation members
1 Open Space Committee member
1 Citizen at large appointed by the Planning Board and
1 Citizen at large appointed by the Board of Selectmen
The Board agreed to move forward with the creation of the Industrial/Commercial/Office Land Study Committee.
Other Business:
Marc Garrett reminded the Board about the Balloon test scheduled for Saturday May 1, 2010 at 810 Head of the Bay Road .
Paul McAlduff moved to adjourn at 9:37 p.m.; the vote was unanimous (5-0).
Respectfully Submitted,
Eileen M. Hawthorne Approved: May 3, 2010
Administrative Assistant
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