TOWN OF SUNAPEE
PLANNING BOARD MINUTES
TOWN HALL
September 6, 2007
Members: Peggy Chalmers, Chairman
Derek Tatlock
Bruce Jennings
Allan Davis
Philip Porter
Emma M. Smith, Ex-Officio
Absent: Peter White
Frederick Gallup, Alt. Ex-Officio
Staff: Michael Marquise, Town Planner
Roger Landry, Zoning Administrator
Darlene Morse, Recording Secretary
The meeting was called to order by Chairman Peggy Chalmers at 7:05 PM.
Chairman Chalmers asked Michael Marquise if he had anything to report. M. Marquise stated that he wished to remind the members that the law lecture series would begin soon and if anyone was interested in attending they should contact him.
He also informed the Board that the Ausborn Sargent Land Trust is providing a seminar at the Kearsarge High School on Oct. 27th. This will be an all day affair and all Planning Board and Zoning Board members are invited to attend. This will last from 8 AM to 3 PM.
Peggy Chalmers reported on the Land Use Session to be held Sept. 22nd. Signs have been ordered to go about town and it is being advertised in newspapers and on the web site. P. Chalmers also stated that she will be attending the Zoning Board of Adjustment meeting to encourage attendance.
Michael Marquise informed the Board that he hoped to have the survey results available to the Board by the 20th . The vision statement is planned to be held on Sept. 22nd as reported by P. Chalmers. The times are from 8:30 AM to 12 Noon.
Peggy Chalmers opened the meeting to the audience. Roger Landry reported the Robert Bell’s subdivision that was previously approved has been all but sold. R. Bell will return to meet with the Board to explain specifics.
PUBLIC HEARING/FINAL HEARING
1. Map 105, Lot s 14, 15 & 23 Michael Hogan & Belinda Whittmore, 129 Keyes Rd.: Subdivision/Annexation
Michael Marquise informed the Board that the application was fild three weeks in advance,the fees were paid, abutter’s notices sent and the notice was posted. The proposal meets the requirements of the Subdivision Regulations in accordance with Section 6:04, he recommends waivesr be allowed under Sction 6:05 b. He believes the application is comjplete with waivers as allowed such as existing contours, utilizes, and storm wagter and water supply. Motion was made by Allan Davis to accept the application subject to the waivers as recommended by M. Marquise. The motion was seconded by Philip Porter. The vote was unanimous and the motion carried. Motion was made by Allan Davis to consider agenda item #1 and #1A together. The motion was seconded by Philip
Porter. The vote was unanimous and the motion carried.
Clayton Platt was present to address the proposal. He stated that parcel A and parcel B were proposed to be merged. The parcels would be merged as purchased. They wish to then submit a proposal for a subdivision/annexation. This application will create a less non-conforming lot. The application is in the name of Hogan and Whittmore. Motion was made by Bruce Jennings to accept the application as submitted. The motion was seconded by Derek Tatlock. The motion was carried and the vote was unanimous.
The merger was signed.
2. Map 133, Lots 24 & 25, Sandra Rowse, Knowlton House, 63 Main St., Subdivision: Subdivision/Annexation
Michael Marquise informed the Board that the application was filed three weeks in advance, the fees were paid, abutter’s notices sent and the notice was posted. The application falls under the requirements of 6.04 of the Subdivision Regulations subject to waivers that are allowed in 6.05 b. M. Marquise feels that no waivers are necessary. The plans are on file and he considers the application to be complete. Motion was made by Allan Davis to accept the application. The motion was seconded by Philip Porter. The vote was unanimous and the motion carried.
Clayton Platt was present to explain the proposal. The property known as the Knowlton House will be purchased by the Lake Sunapee Protective Association. The property contains the .25 acres that are being annexed. Michael Marquise discussed access to the back lot that is provided through the ROW. He stated the minimum lot size requirement is ½ acres. Roger Landry stated that he feels that a Site Plan Review should be required for more parking and questioned where they would be located. He asked that the Board address lot coverage. Glen Field expressed concern with the drainage as the property in back is 10 feet lower than the existing parking lot. Susan Alexander asked if the ½ acre would create a building lot. Peggy Chalmers replied that it would.
Roger Landry stated that the steepness of the lot may present a problem. Motion was made by Bruce Jennings to approve the application as presented. The motion was seconded by Philip Porter. The vote was unanimous and the motion carried.
3. Map 122. :pts 24 & 25, David F. Coury, 178 Garnet Hill Rd., 2 Lot Subdivision per Zoning Board of Adjustment Approval:
Michael Marquise informed the Board that the application was filed three weeks in advance, the fees were paid, abutter’s notices sent and the notice was posted. The application falls under the requirements of 6.04 of the Subdivision Regulations subject to waivers that are allowed in 6.05 b. M. Marquise recommended that the subdivision statement be added to the plat. Motion made by Allan Davis to accept the application with waivers as recommended by Michael Marquise. The motion was seconded by Derek Tatlock and amended to add that the plat contain the subdivision statement. The vote was unanimous and the motion carried.
Mr. Bidard was present to represent David Coury. He explained that a variance was received from the Zoning Board of Adjustment with regard to lot setback from the dwelling. This lot line adjustment will make the lot less non-conforming. Roger Landry explained that D. Coury did come before the Zoning Board to request a variance to make the lot containing the building less non-conforming. The property is on Town sewer. There is no change in the water frontage. John Holton requested that it be noted that the non-conforming remaining lot will not be entitled to a special exception. Jim Lyons of the Zoning Board stated that where the present line is makes no sense. It is up to the Planning Board to negotiate where the new line will be. Mr. Lyons stated that neither lot meets the
requirements as they are at the present. R. Landry noted that the Zoning Board approval will be attached to these minutes. Motion was made by Allan Davis to approve the application subject to its meeting subdivision requirements. The motion was seconded by Derek Tatlock. The vote was unanimous and the motion carried.
4. Map 211, Lot 20, Cellco Partnership d/b/a Verizon for Margaret Dunbar off Rte. 11, Site Plan Review for Installation and Operation of a 100’ Personal Wireless Service Facility Tower.
Michael Marquise informed the Board that the application was filed three weeks in advance, the fees were paid, abutter’s notices sent and thenotice was posted. The application falls under the requirements of Article V of the Site Plan Review Regulations. There is no need for water and sewer facilities as the building will not be occupied. Motion was made by Philip Porter to accept the application as presented. The motion was seconded by Derek Tatlock. The vote was unanimous and the motion carried.
The case was presented by Carl Gehrig. C. Gehrig went through the application he submitted for a cell tower. He explained that a variance was received from the Zoning Board of Adjustment for the height of the tower. A environmental noise impact study was presented as well as a wetland permit received from DES. Attachments exist on file for state permits received for the construction of the tower. C. Gehrig stated that a 12’x30’ structure will be erected at the base of he tower for shelter. Allan Davis and Peggy Chalmers expressed concern over erosion control. M. Marquise stated that this will be monitored. Peggy Chalmers questioned what would occur if the site were abandoned. Roger Landry stated that a bond or letter of credit will be submitted
to cover this in the amount of $22,000. Allan Davis questioned the area of easement for a fall zone. C. Gehrig stated that this has been addressed and that the tower is built to buckle and not fall directly. Motion was made by Allan Davis to approve the application subject to the submission of a plan to cover erosion and drainage control and a bond or letter of credit in the amount of $22,000. The motion was seconded by Philip Porter. The vote was unanimous and the motion carried.
CONSULTATIONS
1. John Chiarella, Jr. was present to represent the Mullaneys. The proposal is to construct a patio which will be 60’ from the lake frontage. They will build up river rock to the building and patio with a walkway to the patio. Roger Landry stated that if the topography is altered, this will need to come before the Planning Board. Allan Davis stated that he feels the Board needs a properly contoured plan of the project. Michael Marquise stated that this is not a formal hearing, just a consultation on what the Board wishes to have presented. Motion was made by Bruce Jennings that the Board be supplied with a plan of the walkway and patio with a note of what material will be used and the width. He would also like to see the Map and Lot number noted on the plan.
The motion was seconded by Allan Davis. The vote was unanimous and the motion carried.
2. Nancy and Susan Kell were present to discuss a possible subdivision on property owned by Nancy Kell on Ledge Pond. There are presently two cottages on the shore. The road that leads to the property is Journeys End. N. Kelly wishes to subdivide the property to sell a parcel to a friend. The property is in current use and will be accessed by her private road. This will be noted in the deed. The Board explained that the road would have to be built up to meet town road specifications. The road needs to be 18’ wide and a turn around would have to be constructed. Also 150’ for road frontage is required. Nancy Kell will speak with a surveyor about her proposal.
The meeting adjourned at 10:00 PM.
NOTE: Any hearings now open and under consideration by this Board are continued to the next meeting of the Planning Board.
NOTE: The above minutes represent a summary of, not a verbatim of the tape.
Submitted by, Darlene Morse Approved_____________________
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Peggy Chalmers, Chairman Allan Davis
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Bruce Jennings Derek Tatlock
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Philip Porter Peter White
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Emma M. Smith, Ex-Officio Frederick Gallup, Alt. Ex-Officio
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