Date: October 13, 2005
Time: 7:00 PM
Attendees: Trevor Pontbriand, Jeffrey Stewart, Acting Chair, Peter Watts, William Nicholson, Sibel Asanturgul, Bruce Drucker, Vern Jacob, Charles Amsler, and Christine Bates, Committee Secretary.
Regrets: Robert Hankey
Chair Pontbriand called the meeting to order at 7:00 pm.
Public Hearings:
7:00 5-33 Audrey Danforth, Holbrook Avenue, Map 21, Parcel 105: Application for a Special Permit under WZB 6.1.5.2 (non-conforming lot): Enlarge side porch to allow room for a stairway (Cont’d from 09/08/05). The Board for this case is Trevor Pontbriand, William Nicholson, Sibel Asantugrul, Vern Jacob, and Charlie Amsler (with the applicant agreeing to the Board change). Meeting minutes of September 8, 2005 were read into the record. Ms. Danforth presented new plans which eliminated the original decking on the back. Pontbriand moved for Findings of Fact:
1. The project was approved by the Conservation Commission.
2. There will be a further intrusion of the northerly side setback of approximately 5 ½ feet.
3. The dormer will create a volumetric increase on both setbacks.
4. No objection from abutters for proposed expansion.
5. Lot coverage will be kept under 15%.
6. Applicant has provided the requested changes.
Pontbriand moved to grant the Special Permit based on the Findings of Facts; seconded by Nicholson; passed 5-0.
7:15 05-38 Trevor & Kathleen Glucksman, 165 Commercial Street, Map 21, Parcel 118: Application for a Special Permit under WZB 6.1.1 and/or 6.1.2: Restore and/or alter an existing external staircase. The Board for this case was Trevor Pontbriand, Jeffrey Stewart, William Nicholson, Bruce Drucker, and Vern Jacob. Trevor and Maurice Glucksman came to the table. Maurice stated the repairs to the building are addressing structural issues. The Glucksman’s presented two options of stairway design. Option A will intrude in the setback. Option B is not
within the setback, but is not the preferred design by the applicant. Abutter Charles Atkinson stated he had no problem with Option A staircase. Pontbriand moved for Findings of Fact regarding Option A:
1. No objections from abutters
2. No further intrusion into the side setback.
3. Structure does not constitute as lot coverage.
4. This is for replacement of a pre-existing second means of egress in disrepair.
Pontbriand moved to approve the Special Permit based on the Findings of Fact; seconded by William Nicholson; passed 5-0.
7:30 05-39 Cape Cod Five Cents Savings Bank, 345 Main Street, Map 14, Parcels 172 and 173: Application for a Special Permit and/or Variance under 8.4.2: Drive-Up banking service. The Board for this case is Trevor Pontbriand, Jeffrey Stewart, William Nicholson, Sibel Asantugrul, and Bruce Drucker. Attorney Harry Terkanian, represented the applicant. Terkanian gave an
overview of the history of the bank. He stated to be competitive the bank needs to have a drive up banking service for the public and wants to stay on Main Street if possible, and not utilize the property on Route 6 they own (Gutsy Bender’s). The Town, on the other hand, would like to acquire the property on Route 6 to house Town departments. The Town owns 335 Main Street and would like to give an easement to Cape Cod Five Cents Savings Bank, should it be voted upon in a Special Vote in November. Terkanian stated he is aware the project will have to be reviewed by other Town Boards. The addition will house the tellers with an extended roof over the driveway. The addition to the building will come
toward Main Street due to the topography of the land. The elevation at the back of the building would make it impossible to do any construction. The easement from the Town will be from part of the 335 building (the rectory portion). There will be nine parking spaces and a shared use of the existing church driveway. The proposed parking area is presently occupied by a dilapidated garage and is physically cut off by residential land due to the wetland. The parking area will go before the Conservation Commission. The septic system will be upgraded. This is a pre-existing, non-conforming building and property.
Attorney Terkanian stated he met with the Fire Chief and Chief of Police. The escape lane will need to be reviewed to ensure Town equipment can pass through safely.
The ATM will remain at the present location and the drive thru window will be opened at normal banking hours. Concern was expressed by an abutter regarding the egress returning to Main Street and the congestion during the summer months. Terkanian stated the Chief of Police recommends the current handicapped space be moved immediately to the left of the exit lane which would provide better sight line to the left. The Fire Chief recommended signage with directions for a right turn only as cars leave the drive thru. The easement is exclusive from the Town, although the bank will not hold the title.
Moe Barokus, a member of the 335 Main Street Committee, stated their primary goal was to develop a plan for the property. They feel it is important to keep the bank in town. The bank has cooperated with the Committee and wants to stay on Main Street as well. The Committee has grant money to study what they can do with the remainder of the property. The Committee has no problem with losing a portion of the building and land to the bank. Asantugrul asked if the current building is structurally sound to which Barokus stated they hope to save the church, but the rectory is not as significant as the bank staying on Main Street. Kelly Chapman, an abutter on Holbrook Avenue, asked if there was going to be an exit for the employees and how it may impact the roads.
She is concerned about the public utilizing the parking area at night and if there would be lighting installed and police enforcement. Terkanian responded that these are all issues they will look at and appreciated her input.
Dan Silverman, interim Fire Chief, stated the exit lane will be wide enough for Town vehicles. There will be a 14 foot fire lane. Terkanian stated the plans provided to the Board are preliminary drawings, and the bank needs to address issues with other town boards. There will be a Special Town Meeting in November 2005 to get the town people’s approval for the easement.
Further discussion took place regarding the hours of business, the potential uses for the 335 building, and the need for a feasibility study. Jeffrey Stewart stated he feels this is a project that can be addressed simply. He suggested the bank meet with all abutters to discuss any of their concerns. Barokus requested the architect meet with the 335 Main Street Committee.
It was determined the Zoning Board requires drawings identifying the following:
· Lighting
· Landscape
· Proposed fencing
· Septic Plans
· Curb Cut size
The Board would like to have a letter from the Fire and Police departments.
A copy of the application will be forwarded to the Planning Board, identifying this as preliminary plans. Pontbriand moved to continue the hearing to October 27, 2005; seconded by Jeffrey Stewart; passed 5-0.
Jeffrey Stewart moved to approve the August 11, 2005 meeting minutes with amendments; seconded by Willliam Nicholson, passed 7-0.
Jeffrey Stewart moved to approve the August 24, 2005 meeting minutes with amendments; seconded by Bruce Drucker; passed 5-0.
Jeffrey Stewart moved to approve the September 1, 2005 meeting minutes; seconded by Bruce Drucker, passed 5-0.
Trevor Pontbriand moved to approve the September 8, 2005 meeting minutes with amendments; seconded by William Nicholson; passed 5-0.
Trevor Pontbriand moved to adjourn the meeting at 9:15 pm; seconded by Jeffrey Stewart; passed 5-0.
Respectfully submitted,
Christine A. Bates
Committee Secretary
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