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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2013-09-09 Community Planning and Development Commission MinutesTown of ReaUi`ng V Meeting Minutes ��: Board - Committee - Commission - Council: Community Planning and Development Commission Date: 2013 -09 -09 Time: 7:30 PM Building: Reading Town Hall Address: 16 Lowell Street Purpose: Public Meeting Attendees: Members - Present: Location: Board of Selectmen Room Charlie Adams, Chairman; Nicholas Safina; David Tuttle, Jeff Hansen and John Weston Jean Cellos, Director of Community Servlces/Town Planner Kim Saunders, Recording Secretary Members - Not Present: Jessie Wilson, Staff Planner Others Present: Ramzi Gishil, 214 Main Street Anthony Secatore, 214 Main Street Frankline Sesame, 214 Main Street Jack Sullivan, Sullivan Engineering William Bergeron, Hayes Engineering Jim Velleco, Grazado Architects Minutes Respectfully Submitted By: Kim Saunders Topics of Discussion: There being a quorum Mr. Adams called the meeting to order at 7:35 pm. 7ohnson Woods PUD -R, Minor Modification Request Mr. Bergeron represented the applicant. He went over the changes in the plans for phase I and phase II. He stated that In phase I there are 17 affordable housing units and phase II will have 19. The owner Is Introducing slight adjustments, notably expanding the backyard and the vegetation areas and pushing back and realigning the garages. The sidewalks are now continuous and building 68 Is connected to building 67 via a sidewalk. The changes to the finished grade in the rear of building 67 were discussed. The effect was to raise grade so as not to show so much of the foundation. There will be a negligible increase in the Impervious area. The parking plan demonstrates more than what is required. The compactor building will be built on a Flat concrete pad. There will be "windows" for the different recycling needs. There is a designated area for a formal park. The applicant will come back to discuss this at a later date. He asked that the Commission agree to the plan changes, as the applicant would like to stabilize the area and pave before the winter. Mr. Zambouras approved the revised plans. Ms. Delos questioned the affordable housing units. She would like an updated plan showing where they are. The commission questioned If the State has any Issues with moving the affordable housing. The concern for how long the DHCD has taken to approve the affordable housing was discussed. It was suggested that the monitoring agent be held Page I 1 m,aowe Town of Reading - Meeting Minute accountable and contact the State. Ms. Delios let the Commission know that Johnson Woods has submitted an application for foundation only for building 56; this will not be processed until the outstanding questions on affordable housing are answered. The applicant asked that the occupancy permit not be Issued rather than holding up the building project. The draft Amendment to the PUD Decision and Special Permit was reviewed. There were minor changes made. Mr. Velleco asked that condition #7, restricting vehicles on Kelch Road say "heavy equipment ". He would like permission for small contractors to be able to use the Kelch Road entrance. Condition #8 regarding impervious area will be deleted and will be deleted and Condition #9 regarding side slopes and #4 regarding landscaping will remain until completed. Motion made by Mr. Tuttle to move the CPDC to approve the proposed site plans for phase J and phase JJ, that qualifies for a minor amendment In accordance with the bylaws. Mr. Hansen seconded. Vote was 5 -0 -0. Motion made by Mr. Tuttle to move the CPDC to approve the emergency access gate to allow for heavy construction vehicles to use Johnson Woods Drive to access the construction of the new house at 16 Ketch Street. Mr. Hansen seconded. Vote was 5 -0 -0. Motion made by Mr. Tuttle to move the CPDC to approve the PUD and Special Permit for Johnson Woods phase Z and phase JJ as amended. Mr. Salina seconded. Vote was 5 -0 -0. 212 -214 Main Street, Anthony's Roast Beef, Minor Modification Ms. Delios reviewed the application. The applicant is proposing to construct a 10x14 addition to the rear of the building on a concrete pad. The addition will consist of a 10x10 prefabricated cooler unit and a 4x10 enclosed hallway area. The enclosed hallway will have a door accessible to the outside. There will be no Increase to the Impervious area. Additionally, two 8' sections of the wooden stockade fencing will be added to the existing fencing. A concrete bollard is proposed to protect the cooler. The grease trap will be moved south and a drip pan will be Installed for additional protection against a spill. The Commission questioned the effectiveness of a drip pan at containing spills. Mr. Sullivan went over a previous Conservation filing and added some comments to Ms. Delios statements. He stated the trash company will be doing a dry test to see If they would have a problem with the turn if the addition Is allowed. Mr. Zambouras said he would like to attend the dry test. He believes additional bollards will be needed for protection of the cooler. It was asked If the snow would create limitations. Mr. Sullivan said the snow can be pushed off the berm. The Commission questioned the roof over the addition and If the addition would eliminate the 2nd means of egress. Mr. Saflna asked about the construction. He believes an engineered beam would be needed and the below -grade gas line will have to be relocated. The Commission asked for detailed architectural plans. The water from the roof was a concern. It was suggested the cooler be moved to the south to allow from more space. The applicant stated he got approval from the bank next door to allow employees to park at their business which would create more space in the back. The Commission discussed this and stated the applicant Is in compliance with the parking zoning bylaw. The grease trap was discussed. The applicant should Investigate how water is entering the grease trap. They talked about another type of grease trap that Mandarin Reading uses. Ms. Delios will follow up with the BOH regarding the grease trap. Mr. Zambouras asked about the area where the cooler is now, and what It would be used for if the cooler is moved outside. The applicant stated they would be adding additional prep areas. It Is not for patrons seating. If this does happen, they will come back to the CPDC. After a discussion, the Commission asked the applicant to come back to the CPDC. They would like more detail on: • The drip pan containment -or whatever the BOH wants • The enclosure of the cooler Page 12 Town of Reading - Meeting Minutes • The roof and drainage and how It ties Into the existing building • The bollards • Turning movements verified - verification is a field test • Two means of egress - • Ensuring the cooler door can swing 1800 Zoning Advisory Committee (ZAC) Appoint CPDC Members to ZAC Ms. Delios stated the Board of Selectmen will be discussing the member appointment on Tuesday night. This will be a 7 member committee; 3 members from the public, 2 from the CPDC, 1 from the Board of Selectmen and 1 from ZBA. She does not believe any applications have been received for the public as of yet. There will be 2 meetings a month starting September 301h and will continue until June, in order to meet the July deadline for the November Town Meeting. This will include public hearings. The Commission discussed the appointment and who Is available. It was stated that if the two appointed members cannot attend a meeting, other CPDC members should go. They might not be able to vote, but will be able to participate. In case of a quorum, the meetings should be posted. If an associate member wants to be on the committee they should apply as a public interest. Motion made by Mr. Salina to move the CPDC to nominate Jeff Hansen and Dave Tuttle to the Zoning Advisory Committee. Mr. Weston seconded. Vote was 5 -0 -0. Planning Updates & Other Business Update on Comprehensive Update to Zoning Bylaw • Ms. Dellos stated she will be attending the 505 meeting tomorrow night. Affordable housing will be discussed. Mr. Bob Mitchell, the Consultant hired to review the Affordable Housing Trust, has brought to her attention another way to administer funds so a Town Meeting is not needed. She also let the Commission know a position for a housing coordinator Is wanted; this person will help to make sure all the hard work stays in place. Another Item is the payment that Ards Senior Living would pay in lieu of having affordable housing. She has received calls on the amount that should be paid. There is no precedent on how to reach a fair amount. Mr. Salina agreed a payment should be received, but applied to another senior project. • The Hot Spot space has a new tenant. It is now a beauty caM. • Raspberry Beret Is coming to the Jenny Boston location. • Fish market is reopening - the sushi owners will be running both places. • Perfecto's has been in touch. They have removed asbestos from the roof. They will be coming to the BOS meeting to see If they can get relief from the fines. There will be no building permit until the fines are paid. The building will be demolished, but they will leave the foundation. Mr. Safina stated his concerns with leaving the foundation. • MF Charles Is moving along • Pamplemousse has received their sign permit Approval of Meeting Minutes - August 12, 2013 and August 25, 2013 The Commission decided the minutes should be approved at the next meeting. Any editing should be forwarded to Ms. Wilson. Adjournment Motion made by Mr. Tuttle to adfourn at 9:50 Pm. Mr. Hansen seconded. Vote was 5 -0 -0. P... I e