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: David Peck, Michael Main, William Keohan, James Simpson, and Mike Leary
Members absent: Peter Conner and Edward Conroy
Staff present: Marilyn Byrne and Paul McAuliffe
Mr. Peck called the meeting to order and explained the procedures for the evening
Public Hearing – Case No. 3705
Charles Tufankjian
356 and 357 Court Street
Sitting: Mr. Peck, Mr. Keohan, Mr. Main, Mr. Simpson, and Mr. Leary
Mr. Keohan, the Clerk, read the legal advertisement into the record.
Mr. Tufankjian appeared before the Board on his own behalf requesting a Special Permit per Section 205-19 Table 205-19 (1) to exceed the size requirements and a variance of Section 205-19 to exceed the number of signs allowed under Table 205-19 (2). He explained to the Board that he wanted to make it known to the public that the dealership was under new management. Two previous businesses failed at this location prior to his taking over ownership. Mr. Tufankjian passed out existing and proposed signage plans, which showed the downsizing of the signs.
Peter Forman, President of the So. Shore Chamber of Commerce spoke on behalf of the dealership. He stated that the Tufankjian family is well established in the auto dealership business and that there have been no complaints against them in the past. He further stated that Mr. Tufankjian was unaware of the signage regulations in Plymouth. He also said that they will be a real asset to the community and that they are good corporate citizens.
Public Comment in favor: Charlie Vandini, North Plymouth Steering Committee, recommended unanimous approval, Everett Malaguti, Precinct Representative, and Eric Dykeman,
Public Comment in Opposition: None
Due to the revised submission by Mr. Tufankjian being delivered during the hearing, the Board suggested a continuance to review the square footage of the new proposed signs.
Mr. Main motioned to continue Case No. 3705 to July 17, 2013 at 7:30 p.m. Mr. Keohan seconded. Agreed 4-1 (Mr. Leary opposed the continuance)
Public Hearing – Case No. 3708
Tobin Williams
1 Lewis Street
Sitting: Mr. Peck, Mr. Keohan, Mr. Main, Mr. Simpson, and Mr. Leary
Mr. Keohan, the Clerk, read the legal advertisement into the record.
Mr. Williams came before the Board seeking a Special Permit per Section 205-43 and Table 5 to seek relief from the front and side setback requirements and a Special Permit per Section 205-25 Paragraph A3 to enlarge a non-conforming structure in order to build a deck with a roof. He presented his proposal to the Board and answered questions by Board members. Board members felt that the proposed plans are appropriate in size and scale to the dwelling and the neighborhood. A 20-foot private way exists between the property’s side lot line and the neighboring property.
Public Comment: Mike Lesi, an abutter, requested information regarding the drainage from the proposed project. Mr. Williams assured the Board that there would be no drainage issues.
Hearing Closed
Mr. Main motioned to approve Case No. 3708 with one condition. Mr. Keohan seconded. Granted unanimously (5-0)
Submitted Documentation:
Department of Inspectional Services denial dated January 10, 2013;
Zoning Board of Appeals petition application dated March 25, 2013;
Plymouth County Registry of Deeds “Quitclaim Deed” dated June 29, 1999;
Assessors’ Office Certified Abutters Listing dated March 30, 2013 and mailing labels;
Plot Plan for Porch prepared by Jeffrey B. Shorey, Plymouth, MA dated March 21, 2013;
Abutter’s letter dated March 27, 2013;
Abutter’s letter dated March 31, 2013;
Fire Department review letter dated April 2, 2013;
Department of Public Works review letter dated April 22, 2013;
Planning Board recommendation dated April 23, 2013;
Site photos;
Public Hearing – Case No. 3709
Henry Stout/Atlantic Properties
100 Armstrong Road
Sitting: Mr. Peck, Mr. Keohan, Mr. Main, Mr. Simpson, and Mr. Leary
Mr. Keohan, the Clerk, read the legal advertisement into the record.
Atty. Edward Angley represented the Petitioner who requested a Special Permit per Section 205-51 Paragraph D3 and Section 205-18 Paragraph B3, subject to Environmental Design Conditions to remove gravel in excess of 10 cubic yards. Also present was Mr. Henry Stout, owner of Atlantic Properties, R. Jon Henson, Landscape Architect, and Peter Hale of Associated Engineers of Plymouth, Inc. Atty. Angley gave an overview of the project and Mr. Henson detailed the proposed landscaping and answered questions by Board Members. Mr. Stout is expecting to close on an adjacent piece of property which will bring the total of lots to three. He expects to have one of the three proposed buildings open by March 1, 2014. He also wants the foundation built for the second building before the tenants move in to the first building
so they are not disrupted during the gravel removal aspect of the project. Each building should take approximately eight months to build. Mr. Stout reminded the Board that he is requesting 10,000 cubic yards less than originally proposed.
There was no public comment.
Hearing Closed
Mr. Main motioned to approve Case No. 3709 with eighteen conditions. Mr. Leary seconded. Granted unanimously (5-0)
Submitted Documentation:
Site Plan prepared for Atlantic Properties prepared by Associated Engineers of Plymouth, Inc. dated April 2, 2013;
Zoning Board of Appeals petition application dated December 13, 2012;
Department of Inspectional Services denial dated November 8, 2013;
Certified abutters listing by the Town of Plymouth Assessor’s Office dated December 10, 2012 and mailing labels;
Filing fees;
Environmental Impact Statement dated December 13, 2012;
The Commonwealth of Massachusetts “Plan of Land in the Town of Plymouth, Plymouth Country, Taken for Highway Purposes by the Department of Public Works” document dated August 30, 1978;
Site Plan Review letter dated April 9, 2013;
Planning Board recommendation dated April 30, 2013;
Locus of subject property;
West Plymouth Steering Committee review letter dated March 18, 2013;
Fire Department review letter dated April 11, 2013;
Planting Plan dated April 19, 2013; and
Department of Public Works review letter dated May 14, 2013.
Public Hearing – Case No. 3711
Scott and Elizabeth Goodwin
2 Martingale Lane
Sitting: Mr. Peck, Mr. Keohan, Mr. Main, Mr. Simpson, and Mr. Leary
Mr. Keohan, the Clerk, read the legal advertisement into the record.
The petitioners represented themselves seeking a Special Permit per Section 205-25 A (3) and Section 205-40 and Table V for relief of side setback requirements in order to add a 2-story addition to their property. The first floor will add a family room. The second floor addition will basically extend their master bedroom, not create a new bedroom.
Mrs. Goodwin presented the proposal from a new plan showing the abutters property owned by Eileen O’Hara. Ms. O’Hara previously submitted a letter against the project, stating that it was too close to her property.
There was no public comment.
Hearing Closed
Mr. Main motioned to approve Case No. 3711 with one condition. Mr. Simpson seconded. Granted unanimously (5-0)
Submitted Documentation:
Certified Abutters listing dated August 22, 2012 and mailing labels;
Transfer Certificate of Title dated June 25, 2009;
Plymouth County Registry of Deeds Quitclaim Deed dated June 18, 2009;
Proposed Sewer Disposal System Plan dated August 24, l989;
Site Plan entitled Proposed Addition prepared by CCR Associates, Inc., Quincy, MA dated April 8, 2013, Revised on April 10, 2013;
Existing footprint of Goodwin Residence prepared by Bradford Hart Cad Designs, Plymouth, MA dated March 14, 2013;
Department of Inspectional Services denial letter dated August 15, 2012;
Zoning Board of Appeals petition application dated March 18, 2013;
Letter from Elizabeth Goodwin dated April 8, 2013 of intended use of proposed addition;
Photos submitted by Elizabeth Goodwin received on April 9, 2013;
Unofficial Property Record Card received on April 10, 2013;
Cover letter from Atty. Robert C. Betters, Plymouth, MA to applicant dated June 18, 2008 accompanying deed;
Declaration of Covenants, Easements and Restrictions Running With The Land dated July 21, 1989;
Fire Department review letter dated April 18, 2013;
Department of Public Works review letter dated April 22, 2013;
Abutter letter (Eileen F. O’Hara) dated May 5, 2013:
Planning Board recommendation dated April 30, 2013; and
Locus of site provided by the Department of Planning and Development.
Mr. Main motioned to adjourn the public hearing. Mr. Simpson seconded. Agreed unanimously
(5-0).
No further business came before the Board in open session.
Respectfully submitted,
Marilyn Byrne
Marilyn Byrne
Administrative Secretary
Approved: 05/20/2013
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