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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPlanning Brd Minutes 9/21/19881 - PLANNING BOARD'S MINUTES SEPTEMBER 21, 1988 Present: Chairman Annino, Clerk Madan Planners: Caponigro, Flynn, McClanahan, *Quinn, *Sohn Michel LaCasse, Community Development Director Robert E. Powers, Subdivision Supervisor 1. Meeting called to order at 7:30 P.M. Nov �<<3 I 2. 7:30 P.M. Continuation of Public Hearing - "Trowbridge Woods" - Applicant: David Welch - Deadline: December 9, 198B At 7:30 P.M., Chairman Annino continued the public hearing for "Trowbridge Woods" definitive subdivision plan. At 7:35 P.M., this public hearing was closed. The following people spoke at this public hearing: Michael Trowbridge, Hutchins - Trowbridge Associates, Inc. The following motions were made at this public hearing: Motion: To close the public hearing for "Trowbridge Woods" definitive plan. (Quinn - McClanahan) All in favor. PASSES. Motion: To waive the requirement for a traffic study. (Quinn - McClanahan) All in favor. PASSES. Motion: To approve the definitive subdivision plan "Trowbridge Woods" with the waiver from a traffic study. (Quinn- Madan) All in favor. PASSES. 3. Clerk's Report Correspondence Release of covenant for Shamrock Heights. (Planner Caponigro left Motion: To approve the from Merchants (Madan- Quinn) "Shamrock Heights ", lots 1 -8, tri -party agreement for the meeting at this time.) tri -party agreement for "Shamrock Heights" subdivision Bank of Boston in the amount of $80,349. All in favor. PASSES. Motion: To approve the release of covenant for "Shamrock Heights" for lots one through eight. (Quinn - Flynn) All in favor. PASSES. (Planner Caponigro returned to the meeting at this time.) Release of covenant for "Haltom Ridge Estates" lots 19, 21, 23, 24, 25 and 31 on North White Plain and lot 6 on Claire Avenue. Mr. Nicholas Harris addressed the Planning Board regarding this release and stated the drainage is in and is operational at these lots. These lots are not under the "Modification to Balcom Ridge" with the exception of lot 6. Members held a lengthy discussion as to whether or not the drainage system was actually working as the binder coat is not installed. The original covenant for the "Modification to Balcom Ridge" Planning Board's Minutes September 21, 1988 Page -2- holds that no lots will be released until the drainage system is complete. Mr. Harris stated that he has asked for lots to be released which are not part of the "Modification" and is willing to leave those lots on a covenant if the Plan- ning Board will release Lot 6. (Planner Quinn asked the record to show that he was interrupted by the applicant and told that the applicant did not wish to allow Planner Quinn to speak during this discussion. Planner Quinn stated others were allowed to speak and he was not allowed to finish his sentence and has never been treated so badly by an ap- plicant. Planner Quinn stated he resents the fact that the Chairman did not support a member of the Board and left the meeting at this time - 8:05 P.M.) Motion: To release lot 6 at "Balcom Ridge Estates ". (McClanahan -Madan for discussion) Planners McClanahan in favor. Planners Flynn, Madan, Caponigro and Chairman - Annino opposed. FAILS. ( *Planner Sohn entered the meeting at 8:06 P.M.) Motion: To release Lots 19, 21, 231 24, 25 and 31 on North White Plain and Lot 6 on Claire Avenue with the stipulation that the Planning Board will not release any more lots from the Covenant held on the "Modification to Balcom Ridge" until they are satisfied that the drainage is operational. (Caponigro- McClanahan) Planners Caponigro and McClanahan in favor. Planners Madan, Flynn and Chairman Annino opposed. FAILS. Motion: To release lots 19, 21, 231 24, 25 and 31 on North White Plain and lot 6 on Claire Avenue. (Madan - Caponigro) Planners Madan, Caponigro, Flynn in favor. Chair- man Annino opposed. Planner Sohn abstains. PASSES. Covenant for "Chauncy Place ". Motion: To accept the covenant for "Chauncy Place ". (Sohn - McClanahan) All in favor. PASSES. Covenant for "Modification to Hallett Crossing II ". Motion: To accept the covenant for the "Modification to Hallett Crossing II ". (Madan - Caponigro) All in favor. PASSES. 4. Massachusetts Development Corporation (MDC) - Preliminary Review of Special Per- mit Application for Cobbler's Corner Life Care Facility Ted Kelley of MDC, Allen L. Willis, applicant, Fred Uehlein, Acting President of MDC and Joe Walker of Cannon, the architectural firm designing the Life Care Facility, were present at this meeting to make a site plan presentation to the Planning Board. Richard Lewis, the Town of Mansfield's Conservation Agent, was also present this evening to address wetlands issues for this site. Written comments from Richard Lewis, Patrolman Lance Lawson, and Ben Couture of the Water Department were read at this meeting. Concerns raised by Richard were the wetlands crossing, wildlife habitat and drainage is not shown. Installation of monitoring wells right now is advisable due to the proximity of the project to flood plain and wetland areas. 2 Planning Board's Minutes September 21, 1988 Page -3- Community Development Director LaCasse listed several items which will need to be addressed before the plan is filed with the Town. o Plan of improvements to Willow Street should be submitted. • Sizable trees close to the right -of -way should be shown. • Scenic Road Public Hearing will need to be held prior to the Special Permit public hearing. • Proposed amenities for the Town. (Arrange a meeting with Council on Aging and maybe the Housing Authority and list services that can be shared with the community. • Concerns with parking for services other than the Skilled Nursing Center, such as a barber shop or small bank. (Ted Kelley stated there will be a convenience store, barber shop, bank and restaurant which will be strictly for residents and their guests and information will be provided on parking.) • Provisions for permanent open space should be given. • Discussed buildings being overpowering an Willow-Street side and feels three stories could be too high. • Plan should show existing houses (especially Andrews parcel and emergency access to this property). MDC has met, and will meet again, with the Andrews' to further discuss this issue. Currently there is an easement to the Andrews' property through Mr. Willis's land for emergency access. Mr. Kelley stated he felt this meeting was very informative and they will address all questions and comments before the plan is formally submitted. MDC will meet with all Boards and Committees for further input. Planner Flynn has major concerns regarding access to Conservation land and berms for screening the development from Willow Street and other abutters. Chairman Annino stated concerns for site and building lighting; delivery and loading docks; trash storage and removal; emergency vehicle access; landscaping; amenities - gazebo, nature trails, etc.; signage; roof drainage; and how main entrance will impact the residents of Willow Street; schedule for construction. The Planning Board allowed members of the public to offer comments. Carol Andrews and David Farrington were present. Carol Andrews stated her major con- cern was the impact of this project on the residents of Willow Street. 5. Correspondence (Cont.) Letter from Alphonse Query, Special Town Counsel, regarding approval of subdivi- sion plans with conditions. Copy of proposed wording for the Covenant for "Whitetail Acres ". (Community Development Director LaCasse stated Mr. Boyle reviewed this proposed Covenant and was not pleased with the wording. Mr. Boyle requested a meeting with Mike and a Traffic Engineer at the Planning Department office on September 28, 1988. Board members will address this issue at next Wednesday's meeting after Mr. LaCasse, Mr. Boyle and the Traffic Engineer meet.) Copy of letter from Alphonse Query to Mr. William Canaday regarding "Hidden Estates" improvements and ninety (90) day deadline for completion. 3 Planning Board's Minutes September 21, 1988 Page -4- Letter from City of Attleboro Planning Board to Mansfield Planning Board invit- ing the Board to a meeting regarding Massachusetts Water Management Act to be held October b, 1988 at 7 :00 P.M. in Attleboro. (Community Development Director LaCasse will attend this meeting.) Copy of letter from Planning Board to MerchantsBank of Boston regarding release of funds for "Camelot Estates ". Copy of letter from Planning Board to Mansfield Cooperative Bank regarding release of funds for "Oak Hill "; "Timberline" and "Cowan Meadows ". Copy of letter from Planning Board to Guaranty -First Trust Company regarding release of funds for "Eastbrook Estates ". Public hearing notices for the Town of Foxboro. Zoning News Bulletin. Copies of letters to Judith F. Scott, Town Clerk, from Planning Board, regarding "Form A" Plan for Patricia Road; approval of "Trowbridge Woods" definitive plan; and denial of "Riverwood" preliminary plan. b. Variance Requests Melissa E Palanza and Michael A Wing, 24 Wilson Place. Motion: To send a positive recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals on the variance request of Palanza and Wing to convert a single family dwelling at 24 Wilson Place to a two family dwelling, which is non- conforming in the Residence A Zone, provided sufficient parking is lo- cated on site. (Sohn - McClanahan) All in favor. PASSES. Armando L Giovino, Bicentennial Court Motion: To send a positive recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals on the variance request of Giovino to construct a single family dwelling on a lot on Bicentennial Court with less than the required minimum buildable lot area, which is non - conforming in the Agriculture Zone. (Flynn -Sohn) All in favor. PASSES. 7. General Discussion Planners discussed Special Town Counsel, Alphonse Query's comments regarding roadway length as it applies to the Sparks Case and the Potter Case. Board mem- bers were confused as to whether the dead -end street issue relates only to cul- de -sacs which are longer than 650', or if this same ruling applies to a looped roadway. Community Development Director LaCasse stated the Planning Board should request specific information from Mr. Query relating to the "Dead -End" section of the Subdivision Rules and Regulations. Mr. LaCasse will study this further, also. 8. Community Development Director LaCasse - Master Plan Community Development Director LaCasse asked if the Board had any questions regarding Master Plan. A joint meeting is scheduled for Thursday, September 22, 4 Planning Board's Minutes September 21, 1988 Page -5- ( 1988 with the Board of Selectmen, Master Plan Advisory Council and Planning Board. Mike will point out at this joint meeting that the Master Plan Advisory Council did try to make presentations from time to time and does not want to spend too much time on the first two chapters, Trends Extended, Trends Adjusted, Trends Modified. Chapter III is the proposal of the Master Plan Advisory Coun- cil and should be reviewed thoroughly. Planner Sohn requested that the IEP proposals for zoning changes regarding the Water Supply Protection District be incorporated with Cannery's report. Community Development Director LaCasse feels the Board could make a statement to adopt portions of the IEP report into the Town of Mansfield By -Laws. Board members discussed sections of the proposed Master Plan on which they had questions. Planner McClanahan stated he would be unable to attend the joint meeting. 9. "Form A" (ANR) Plans James J & Carmella Tarte, Park Street Motion: To sign the "Form A" plan for Tarte for property located at Park /East/ Hope Streets. The plan was previously approved but not recorded. (Flynn - McClanahan) All in favor. PASSES. John F Carine Stearns Avenue Motion: To sign the "Form A" plan for Carine for property located on Stearns Avenue. (McClanahan - Flynn) All in favor. PASSES. Lydia Jeanguenin, Essex Street Motion: To sign the "Form A" plan for Jeanguenin for property located on Essex Street. (Flynn- McClanahan) All in favor. PASSES. 10. Around the Table Planner Caponigro stated he would not be able to attend the joint meeting tomor- row evening. Community Development Director reminded the Board that a quorum was necessary for this meeting. Chairman Annino appointed Planners Quinn and McClanahan to the Capital Improve- ments Committee for 1989. Community Development Director LaCasse asked if any of the Board members knew about a refund for the "Pine Terrace Estates" subdivision in the amount of $16,000, which Attorney Elliott Fine is requesting from the Town. The minutes of the public hearings will be researched. Also, the decision of the Superior Court is being appealed to the Supreme Court by the applicant. 11. Public Discussion Marilyn Ouellette, Conservation Commission, stated Richard Lewis did a remark- ` able job at this evening's meeting but reminded the Planning Board that he is 5 Planning Board's Minutes September 21, 1988 Page -b- reimbursed for his time under the Conservation Commission's budget. 11. Meeting adjourned at 10.30 P.M. CLERK /wer% DATE OP APPROVAL 9