These minutes are not verbatim – they are the secretary’s interpretation of what took place at the meeting – Open Meeting Law – Section III.
Members present: Peter Conner, David Peck, William Keohan, Edward Conroy, James Simpson, and Michael Leary
Members absent: Michael Main
Staff present: Paul McAuliffe and Marilyn Byrne
Mr. Conner called the meeting to order and explained the procedures for the evening
Public Hearing – Case No. 3670
Laurie J. Devitt
243 Water Street
Sitting: Mr. Conner, Mr. Peck, Mr. Keohan, Mr. Conroy, and Mr. Simpson
Mr. Keohan, the Clerk, read the legal advertisement into the record.
Mr. Michael Sciog represented his wife, Laurie Devitt, who requested a Special Permit per Section 205-25, Section A3, to enlarge, alter, and reconstruct a nonconforming structure and use, subject to Environmental Design Conditions in order to construct two additions, a sundeck, covered porch, and stairs. Mr. Sciog stated that the existing foundation does not have a footing and the mudroom is pulling away from the house. He explained to the Board how he would correct these two issues. The proposed sundeck will be an addition to the back of the deck and the existing patio will be raised which is located in the back of the yard. There will be a covered porch on the west side.
Public Comment in Favor: Andrea Melville and Claire Montanari
Public Comment in Opposition: None
Hearing Closed
Mr. Peck motioned to approve Case No. 3670. Mr. Simpson seconded. Granted Unanimously (5-0) with two conditions as discussed.
Submitted Documentation:
“Site” Plan of Land in Plymouth, MA prepared by John R. Farren, Professional Land Surveyor, Plymouth, MA dated March 30, 2012;
Zoning Board of Appeals Petition Application dated April 17, 2012;
Town of Plymouth Department of Inspectional Services denial dated April 3, 3012; (Revised dated April 3, 2012 1);
Architectural Design Plan of 243 Water Street Drawing Title “Elevations” dated April 30, 2012;
“Elevations” Plan by MJS Architectural Design dated April 30, 2012;
Executed waiver of time received on April 30, 2012;
Two sets of mailing labels;
Town of Plymouth Certified Assessors’ Listing dated April 23, 2012;
Quitclaim Deed dated September 16, 1996;
Site photos Town of Plymouth Planning & Development;
Department of Public Works review letter dated May 3, 2012;
Design Review Board review memo dated May 14, 2012;
Town of Plymouth Planning Board recommendation dated May 22, 2012;
Memo from Valerie Massard, Town Planner dated May 16, 2012;
Public Hearing – Case No. 3672
Jay Briggs, Trustee of Meetinghouse
Group Realty Trust
1041 Bourne Road
Sitting: Mr. Conner, Mr. Peck, Mr. Keohan, Mr. Conroy, and Mr. Leary
Mr. Keohan, the Clerk, read the legal advertisement into the record.
Don Bracken, of Bracken Engineering, Inc. represented the petitioners who requested a Special Permit per Section 205-17 Paragraph E3B to waive accessway requirements in order to construct a single-family dwelling. Mr. Bracken presented his proposal to the Board and answered questions pertaining to the existing well and septic system now on the property. Carol Ann Kramer, abutter to this property, explained to the Board that the house which is now on the site actually sits on her property. Mr. Bracken surveyed the applicant’s property and Mrs. Kramer has surveyed her property. The well is in the middle of the proposed road. Mr. Bracken stated to the Board that the house will be torn down and the well removed and that the proposed construction will correct all the property lines so that the Kramer family will be able to put their new
fence up correctly on their property line. Mrs. Kramer was in full support of the proposed changes.
Public Comment in Favor: Carol Ann and Donald Kramer
Public Comment in Opposition: None
Hearing Closed
Mr. Leary motioned to grant Case No. 3672. Mr. Peck seconded. Granted unanimously with conditions (5-0).
Submitted Documentation:
Town of Plymouth Certified Assessors’ listing dated April 26, 2012;
Filing fees;
Two sets of mailing labels;
Plymouth District Registry of Deeds Quitclaim Deed dated September 22, 2011;
Deed in Lieu of Foreclosure Plymouth County Registry of Deeds dated November 25, 2008;
Deed from The Town of Plymouth to Patrick and Vivian Mulligan dated December 2, 1987;
Town of Plymouth Department of Inspectional Services denial dated April 18, 2012;
Executed waiver of time;
Zoning Board of Appeals petition application dated April 30, 2012;
Plan titled “Subsurface Sewage Disposal System Plan in Plymouth, MA” prepared by Bracken Engineering, Inc., Buzzards Bay, MA dated March 19, 2012;
Email from Don Bracken dated May 21, 2012;
Email from Valerie Massard, Senior Planning Department of Planning and Development dated May 21, 2012;
Clarification of Restriction dated July 7, 2010;
Site photos Department of Planning and Development received on May 22, 2012;
Town of Plymouth Planning Board recommendation dated May 22, 2012l
Public Hearing – Case #3673
S/F, LLC
170 Water Street
Sitting: Mr. Conner, Mr. Peck, Mr. Keohan, Mr. Conroy, and Mr. Simpson
Mr. Keohan, the Clerk, read the legal advertisement into the record
Attorney Richard R. Cornetta, Jr., of Cornetta, Ficco & Simmler, P.C. of Franklin, Massachusetts represented the applicants who requested a Special Permit to modify original Special Permit No.1465 dated July 2, 1980 in order to enlarge an existing restaurant, kitchen, dining and bar areas. Atty. Cornetta explained the proposes which would expand the footprint of Building No. 11 by 600 square feet in order to modify and expand the restaurant’s kitchen. The enclosure of a portion of the existing outdoor patio space between Building No. 10 and 11, with a small six foot extension with water views, is proposed. This change will help to support the restaurant’s level of business and will provide a more suitable waiting area and will offer more privacy for patrons by creating a separation between diner tables. There will be a
dedicated vestibule area for patrons to wait inside for a table. There is no proposed increase to the seating capacity in the restaurant.
There was no Public Comment.
Hearing closed.
Mr. Peck motioned to approve Case No. 3673. Mr. Conroy seconded. Granted unanimously with conditions (5-0)
Submitted Documentation:
Cover Letter from Richard R. Cornetta, Jr., of Cornetta, Ficco & Simmler, P.C. Franklin, MA dated April 30, 2012;
Plan to accompany petition prepared by Russell Stefani of Flaherty & Stefani, Plymouth, MA dated February 23, 2012;
Architectural Design titled “Addition to The Blue Eyed Crab, Water Street, Plymouth, MA” prepared by n:ad, noseworthy:architectural design, received on May 7, 2012;
Town of Plymouth Department of Inspectional Services denial dated April 3, 2012;
Zoning Board of Appeals petition application dated April 12, 2012;
Executed waiver of time received May 7, 2012;
Memorandum in support of application for modification of Special Permit dated April 23, 2012;
Copy of Board of Appeals Decision dated June 10, 1980;
Plymouth Country Registry of Deeds Quitclaim Deed dated June 1, 2004;
Town of Plymouth Assessors’ Office Certified Abutters Listing dated April 25, 2012;
Town of Plymouth Planning Board recommendation dated May 22, 2012;
Town of Plymouth Department of Public Works Engineering Division review letter dated May 23, 2012;
Mailing labels;
Filing Fees; and
Site photo’s received May 22, 2012;
No further business came before the Board in open session.
Respectfully submitted,
Marilyn Byrne
Marilyn Byrne
Administrative Secretary
Approved: 06/21/2012
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