TOWN OF SOUTH WINDSOR
ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS
Minutes 1 October 7, 2010
MEMBERS PRESENT: Stephen Wagner, Tom Berstene, James Kupchunos
ALTERNATES PRESENT: Karen Patterson, sitting for Sandy Jeski
Stephen Lewis, sitting for vacancy
STAFF PRESENT: Michele Lipe, Town Planner
Donna Thompson, Recording Secretary
The following are motions made during the October 7, 2010 Public Hearing/Regular Meeting.
ITEM: Public Hearing
Chairperson Wagner called the public hearing to order at 7:31 pm
Appl. 2742-10 – Vincent N. Prestileo, 140 Lake Street, South Windsor, CT - request for a 3 foot variance to Table 3.1.2A to allow an addition 17 feet from the property line (20 required), at 140 Lake Street, AA-30 zone - continued from 9/2/2010. Re-opened at 7:35 PM
Mr. Prestileo presented the application. After consultation with 2 builders, it was determined that there was only one feasible location for the addition due to very steep sloping on 2 sides of the property and the location of the septic system in the front yard. Mr. Prestileo stated that his neighbors had no problem with the addition as proposed and even offered to voice their support at the ZBA meeting.
Commissioner Kupchunos stated that he is familiar with the property and that the slope on the driveway side is approximately a 45 degree angle – too steep for building.
Commissioner Lewis asked if Mr. Prestileo had considered modifying the existing breezeway into a room in lieu of the addition. Mr. Prestileo stated that they have included the breezeway as part of the addition proposed.
Chairperson Wagner closed the public hearing at 7:45 pm.
ITEM: Deliberative Session
Appl. 2742-10 – Vincent N. Prestileo, 140 Lake Street, South Windsor, CT - request for a 3 foot variance to Table 3.1.2A to allow an addition 17 feet from the property line (20 required), at 140 Lake Street, AA-30 zone.
Motion to: approve Appl. 2742-10 – Vincent N. Prestileo, 140 Lake Street, South Windsor, CT - request for a 3 foot variance to Table 3.1.2A to allow an addition 17 feet from the property line (20 required), at 140 Lake Street, AA-30 zone, as shown on plans submitted.
Hardship: Topography of lot and location of the existing septic system. The land slopes away steeply on two sides of the property and the septic system is located in the front of house making these areas undevelopable. It was also noted there would be no negative impact on neighbors.
Was made by: Commissioner Patterson
Was seconded by: Commissioner Lewis
The motion: carried
The vote was as follows: unanimous
Regular Meeting
ITEM: Minutes
Motion to: approve the minutes of September 2, 2010.
Was made by: Commissioner Berstene
Was seconded by: Commissioner Patterson
The motion: carried
The vote was as follows: unanimous
ITEM: Correspondence
Letter of Resignation – N’Marie Crumbie. Chairperson Wagner acknowledged appreciation for her service on the Zoning Board of Appeals, wished her well and hoped she would be willing to participate on a commission in the future.
ITEM: Other Business
Discussion of Annual Report for 2009-2010.
Motion to: approve Annual Report for 2009-2010 with correction to the spelling of Chairperson Stephen Wagner’s name:
Was made by: Commissioner Lewis
Was seconded by: Commissioner Berstene
The motion: carried
The vote was as follows: unanimous
ZBA Training with Attorney Kari Olson from Murtha Cullina. Attorney Olson presented a powerpoint providing a general overview of the responsibilities of and the regulations governing Zoning Boards of Appeal (see attachment).
ITEM: Adjournment
Motion to: adjourn the meeting at 9:40 pm
Was made by Commissioner Berstene
Seconded by Commissioner Kupchunos
The motion: carried
The vote was as follows: unanimous
Respectfully submitted:
Donna Thompson
Recording Secretary
Approved: December 2, 2010
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