These minutes are not verbatim – they are the secretary’s interpretation of what took place at the meeting. - Open Meeting Law, G.L. c. 30A§22.
Board Members: Marc Garrett, Paul McAlduff, Tim Grandy, Malcolm MacGregor, and Bill Wennerberg
Planning Board Alternate: Ken Buechs
Staff Members: Lee Hartmann and Valerie Massard
Recording Secretary: Eileen Hawthorne
Administrative Notes:
A4464* – Marietta W. Brewster Revocable Trust II, Old Sandwich Road, Map 80, Lot 6 – Divide into Lots 6-1 and 6-2
Malcolm MacGregor moved for the Board to determine that Form A plan A4464 was entitled to endorsement; Tim Grandy, second; the vote was unanimous (5-0).
Minutes:
June 10, 2013
Tim Grandy moved for the Board to approve the minutes* of June 10, 2013 as presented; Malcolm MacGregor, second; the vote was (4-0-1) with Marc Garrett in abstention.
Form A Plans:
A4462* – Pinehills LLC, Greengate, Map 77D, Lots A-234 and S-199 – Divide into lots A-246, A-247, S-207, and S-208
A4463* – Pinehills LLC, Map 78C and 78A, Lots A204 and S-146 – Divide into lots A-248, A-249, A-250, A-251, S-209 and S-210
Marc Garrett moved for the Board to determine that Form A plans A4462 and A4463 were entitled to endorsement; Tim Grandy, second; the vote was (4-0-1) with Bill Wennerberg in abstention.
Committee Appointments
Plymouth Center Steering Committee
Pamela Santini introduced herself to the Board.
Malcolm MacGregor moved for the Board to appoint Pamela Santini to the Plymouth Center Steering Committee for a term to expire June 30, 2014; Bill Wennerberg, second; the vote was unanimous (5-0).
Site Plan Review
Camelot Realty Trust
119 Camelot Drive
Warehouse and Showroom
The Board received the following documentation* for review of this case:
Staff Report
Engineering Dept. Comments dated July 10, 2013
Locus Map
Partial site Plan
Plant List and Landscape Plan
Site Permitting Plan dated April 30, 2013, pages 1-7
Marc Garrett recused himself and joined the audience.
Bill Shaw, Associated Engineers of Plymouth Inc., presented the site plan review for an equipment rental warehouse and showroom. Currently the site has no vegetation. The rear yard would be fenced and there would be two gate areas. Drainage has been designed to comply with the Stormwater Guidelines and all drainage will be captured on site.
Jon Henson, landscape architect, presented the proposed landscape plan including deciduous shade trees, low evergreen plantings along the fence and walkway, and foundation plantings around the front of the building.
Jeff Metcalfe, architect, presented the plans for an engineered building consisting of 50x100 ft. with an extension area for 20x20 ft. office space. There will be a farmer’s porch along a portion of the front of the building. The front of the building will have a stone base with stucco panels in a tan/brown color scheme. A black slatted chain link fence will screen the rear storage yard.
Valerie Massard noted that the site is in a mapped 2% flood hazard area three and they need to be in compliance with flood codes for building. The site plan and landscaping are appropriate for the site. The only thing that needs to be added is the location of the dumpster and should be addressed during the building permit process.
Malcolm MacGregor was concerned with the impacts to the Eel River headland.
Mr, Shaw replied that the plans will be reviewed by the Conservation Commission.
Bill Wennerberg moved for the Board to notify the Building Commissioner that the site plan will comply with the Zoning Bylaw once the following issues are addressed:
Prior to issuance of an occupancy permit a Registered Professional Engineer must certify that the drainage system, drive ways, curbing and parking areas have been installed according to accepted practices and in compliance with the Zoning By-law and the approved site plan.
Compliance with ADA requirements must be documented.
Lighting is to comply with the Light Pollution Bylaw, and this must be documented. Light poles should not exceed twelve feet in height.
Dumpster location is to be properly screened from abutting properties and public ways.
The Applicant must address the issues identified for the Aquifer Protection Overlay District to the satisfaction of the Building Commissioner.
Silt sock or other more suitable catch basin protection for paved surfaces should be substituted for haybales in the erosion control details.
DPW requirements regarding stormwater design and water connections, Fire Code and Health Department requirements must be satisfied prior to issuance of a Building Permit.
Malcolm MacGregor, second the vote was unanimous (4-0).
Mr. Garrett rejoined the Board.
Conceptual Review – VOSD
Inge Kelleher/FTA, LLC Development
Off Raymond Road, Map 59, Lots 4, 5, and 6-1
Creation of 29 Residential Lots with Open Space
The Board received the following documentation* for review of this case:
Staff Report
Locus Map
Letter from Flaherty & Stefani, Inc., dated July 15, 2013
Letter from Division of Fisheries and Wildlife dated January 3, 2013
Letter from EOEEA dated January 18, 2013
Vote of Clarification Re: B296 - Ponds at Plymouth dated June 27, 2005
Cover Sheet/Master Plan Preliminary VOSD Subdivision Plan dated July 12, 2013, pages 1-4
Mark Flahterty, Flaherty & Stefani, Inc., presented a conceptual review for a 63 acre subdivision consisting of 29 residential lots and 42 acres of open space. Twenty five lots would be clustered together with four other lots located in two separate areas to prevent disturbance of priority habitats. The petitioner has worked extensively with Natural Heritage to develop the preliminary plan and protect endangered species. The developer has been meeting with the Plymouth Water Company regarding water access, but is currently showing private wells and septic. The maintenance of the open space has yet to be determined but could be managed through a non-profit group or the Town’s Conservation Commission. There would be a 2,000 ft., 22 ft. wide road ending in a cul-de-sac with emergency access
out to Livingston Drive and a shared driveway to access the two homes located closest to Triangle Pond.
Valerie Massard stated that the proposed plan fits well with the intent of a VOSD and would protect priority habitats. The by-right density of the site would be over 90 single family dwellings, but the developer working in conjunction with the Town and State has designed a project that would preserve land around the ponds and protect endangered species.
Tim Grandy noted a concern with the Plymouth Water Company and asked whether there could be public walking trails through the open space. Mr. Grandy suggested that the developer consider installing low-nitrogen septic systems.
Mr. Flaherty stated that certain areas will have to be managed and cut to preserve the endangered species habitats and there is a potential to provide trails to the ponds.
Marc Garrett stated that Natural Heritage does not normally allow public access near habitats and that the plans may change. Mr. Garrett was supportive of the proposed project.
Malcolm MacGregor reinforced Mr. Grandy’s comments regarding public access to the ponds.
Mr. Wennerberg stated that he was initially supportive.
Mr. Flaherty stated that the developer will be reaching out to the abutters to show them the plans and receive their input on the proposal.
The Board looks forward to further review of the project.
Advisory Site Plan Review
Colony Place
The Plaza and Village at Colony Place
Additional Retail Space
The Board received the following documentation* for review of this case:
Letter from Saxon Partners dated July 17, 2013
Master Special Permit Area Summary dated July 17, 2013
Layout Plans, Proposed Elevations, Shopping Center Plan, Lease Plan and Parking Count Exhibit
Don Smith, Saxon Partners, presented a site plan for a 9,300 sq. ft. extension of the building next to Old Navy in the “Village” area and proposed signage. There is existing parking and the addition would be similar to the existing buildings in the complex. The front signage would be similar to the existing businesses in the complex and the rear signage would be on an angled area of the proposed building.
Bill Wennerberg moved for the Board to notify the Zoning Board of Appeals that the signage, parking, building design and use are consistent with the master plan signage and overall site plan for the shopping center. All mitigation is consistent and in place to support the proposed addition; Tim Grandy, second; the vote was unanimous (5-0).
Other Business:
“Topics not reasonably anticipated by the Chair 48 hours in advance of the meeting.”
Acceptance of Guiding Principles
Tim Grandy moved for the Board to adopt the Town’s Guiding Principles; Malcolm MacGregor, second; the vote was unanimous (5-0).
1820 Courthouse Update
Lee Hartmann stated that there will be a meeting with the consultants who will present preliminary schematics and how the project might progress.
Marc Garrett informed the Board that he received an e-mail from the Chair of the West Plymouth Steering Committee regarding a site visit to the Cranberry Crescent project. He replied that the issues appear to be more of a regulatory issue and should be addressed by the Planning Board and/or the Zoning Board of Appeals.
Mr. Garrett asked about the status of the Tufankjian signs and a request for a pylon sign.
Ms Massard stated that Mr. Tufankjian has been in discussion with the Director of Inspectional Services regarding the existing signs and that if a pylon sign is requested, it will require a special permit.
Discussion:
Solar Energy Zoning Bylaw
Malcolm MacGregor presented a draft for a solar energy bylaw and requested that the Board review the draft and submit comments at the next meeting.
Tim Grandy requested a copy of the draft wind energy bylaw that the Energy Committee has proposed.
Paul McAlduff stated that he received a letter from PGDC regarding meetings to be held in August to discuss a downtown parking garage.
Tim Grandy moved for the Board to adjourn at 8:15 p.m.; Malcolm MacGregor, second; the vote was unanimous (5-0).
*On file with the Office of Planning and Development in project case files.
Respectfully Submitted:
Eileen Hawthorne Approved: August 12, 2013
Administrative Assistant
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