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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2013-03-13 Community Planning and Development Commission MinutesTown of Reading 16 Lowell Street Reading, MA 01867 -2683 Phone: 781 - 942 -6612 Fax: 781 - 942 -9071 Email: jdelios @ci.reading.ma.us Community Planning and Development Commission CPDC MINUTES Meeting Dated March 13, 2013 Location: Berger Room Time: 7:30 PM CPDC Members Present: Charlie Adams, Chair; John Weston, Nicholas Safina, David Tuttle, and Jeff Hansen Also Present: Jean Delios Town Planner /Community Services Director and Jessie Wilson, Staff Planner and Recording Secretary Others Present: George Zambouras — Town Engineer There being a quorum the Chair called the meeting to order at 7:40 PM. Kurchian Lane — Lot Release Confirmation Mr. Zambouras told the CPDC there was an error on the last lot confirmation release form. The correct lot number to release is lot 9. The CPDC reviewed the language in the release and suggested some edits. Mr. Tuttle moved the CPDC to approve the lot release confirmation of lot 9 of the Kurchian Lane subdivision as indicated on the amended lot release confirmation form. Mr. Hansen seconded and the motion carried 5 -0 -0. Zoning Man Update Mr. Zambouras led the discussion on the zoning article before Town Meeting. He prepared a zoning map which identified the areas which needed to be corrected. He clarified that there are about 4 types of errors which will be corrected, most of which can be classified as drafting errors. Other errors include discrepancies between the legal description and what was drawn on the zoning map, and some errors include an erroneous legal description which was voted on by Town Meeting and therefore incorporated into the map incorrectly. As such, the map that will be presented at Town Meeting is a compilation of corrected errors and any subsequent zoning amendments that were previously approved and not properly incorporated into the map. So there are no actual changes because the corrections are just aligning what was previously approved by Town Meeting. The CPDC felt it would be important to make it clear to Town Meeting that there are no changes to zoning which was not previously approved by Town Meeting. All the corrections are just updating the Page 1 of 3 CPDC Minutes of 3/13/2013 map to reflect previous actions of town meeting or correcting a drafting error that was done from digitizing the map. Mr. Adams asked if there are any corrections which are more impactful than others. Mr. Zambouras said there is one area near the RMLD which was not properly shown on the digital map but was adopted by Town Meeting. The PUD -I overlay was approved to extend over the RR tracks but it was not shown that way. Another area of question is on Haverhill Street. The 1986 zoning map, which is the current official zoning map, identified the zoning line to be 250 -feet off the roadway. However, when the maps were digitized the line followed the back of the property line. Most of the errors are similar to that whereas the zoning line was mistakenly shown on the digital map incorrectly such as following a property line when it should follow an off -set or vice versa. The CPDC discussed how to present this to Town Meeting. It was agreed that the town -wide map and a list identifying the errors should be provided to the Town Meeting members. The list should clearly identify the nature of the error. This should also be put on the website. It should also be noted that more details can be provided by the Engineering Department. That way, during Town Meeting, the members are clearly aware of where all the issues are and if there are specific questions, they can be addressed during the presentation to alleviate any confusion. Mr. Tuttle asked about the Gateway District and the corrections associated in that zone. Mr. Zambouras replied that the digitized map did not have the line correct. Town Meeting approved a specific line which was not digitized correctly. Mr. Safina suggested ensuring Town Meeting is aware that there are no issues with the process of the adoption of the 40R. The CPDC made additional suggestions for the presentation and recommended changes to some of the graphics. Planning Updates & Other Business Eric's Greenhouse — Ms. Delios updated the Board that the applicant has submitted some language for a zoning change in the Nursing Home provision of the by -laws. Planning staff reviewed the language and had some questions. This may be something which can be taken up during the comprehensive update of the zoning by -laws. Also, the existing language is out of date and it may be very challenging to make it work. However, this could be on the agenda for Special Town Meeting, which the warrant closes on March 19th. As such, CPDC would need to recommend this on Monday, the 18th. Mr. Adams asked where else this type of use could be located based on the proposed changes. Ms. Wilson replied that it appears it could be located in a few other areas along Main Street. Medical Marijuana — Ms. Delios told the CPDC that the Attorney General denied the zoning amendment for Wakefield. Their language was based off of our zoning amendment so we are anticipating the same response. However, the Attorney General did uphold a moratorium from Burlington, so this is something the Town could consider. However, a moratorium follows the same process as zoning so it may be worth just re- visiting the zoning. Page 2 of 3 CPDC Minutes of 3/13/2013 Perfecto's — The Applicant for Perfecto's will be before the ZBA on March 21St and will return to CPDC on April 8th Planet Fitness — The gym is now open and in operation. There were a few challenges during the final walk -thru but everything was worked out. JKs Market — Ms. Delios told the CPDC that JKs Market will be before the DRT on Monday the 18th He is subdividing his space and Northside Liquors will be relocating there. Mr. Weston expressed concern over the parking. Mr. Safma asked about the fire suppression as liquor stores have different code requirements. Ms. Delios did indicate they will be falling under Minor Site Plan Review. The CPDC should also start thinking whether fees should be added to Minor Site Plan Review. Ms. Wilson reminded the CPDC of upcoming meetings including the North Suburban Planning Council Priority Mapping Forum on March 21 St. She also mentioned the Downtown Revitalization Forum on April 10th Adiournment On a motion by Mr. Tuttle, seconded by Mr. Weston, the CPDC voted to adjourn at 9:45 PM by a vote of 5 -0 -0. Respectfully Submitted, Jessie Wilson Recording Secretary Page 3 of 3