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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2014-02-10 Community Planning and Development Commission MinutesTown of Reading Meeting Minutes 1\EC E VE� ;aWN CLERKC Board - Committee - Commission - Council: P 4:45 Community Planning and Development Commission t1i�U i'�r�R 8 Date: 2014 -02 -10 Time: 7:30 PM Building: Reading Town Hall Location: Selectmen Meeting Room Address: 16 Lowell Street Purpose: General Business Attendees: Members - Present: John Weston Nick Safina David Tuttle Members - Not Present: Charlie Adams - Chair Jeff Hansen Others Present: Rosanna Frances - Dunkin Donuts Bradley Latham - Attorney Jean Delios - Assistant Town Manager, Community Services Jessie Wilson - Community Development Administrator Minutes Respectfully Submitted By: Jessie Wilson Topics of Discussion: There being a quorum Mr. Tuttle called the meeting to order at 7:35 PM. 454 Main Street: Reauest for Certificate of Appropriateness for Dunkin Donuts Sian Liahtina Ms. Rosanna Frances represented the owner of the Dunkin Donuts located at 454 Main Street. She told the CPDC that the existing wall sign is not illuminated. In the past, it was illuminated, but it became too heavy for the fagade so the electrical component was removed a few months back. Now the solution is to add gooseneck lighting to externally illuminate the sign. She said that limbo's currently has gooseneck lighting and they were trying to mimic that style. Mr. Weston asked if the proposed fixtures are to be bonze or orange. The rendering depicts the fixtures more orange. Ms. Frances replied they would be bronze. Ms. Delios recommended the Applicant submit a shop drawing or color sample to ensure the fixture would be bronze. Ms. Delios did express concern that the existing wall sign is not typical New England style and that gooseneck lighting, which is of New England Style, may not be the most appropriate choice. She asked if they had considered halo lighting. Ms. Frances replied that lighting sign would make it too heavy for the fagade. Ms. Wilson and Mr. Safina mentioned the Building Fagade and Signage Improvement Program which would offer an incentive to improve more than just the sign lighting. Page 1 1 Mr. Safina asked about the wall pack lighting on the fagade. The CPDC agreed that light should be removed if it does not work and is not necessary. Mr. Tuttle felt the proposal was adequate. Mr. Weston agreed however, he would like to see more investment in the site and the building. Ms. Delios pointed out that the rendering does not appear to match the cut sheet. It was agreed to include a condition in the decision that stipulates the location of the lighting to ensure it properly illuminated the sign. The CPDC reviewed the draft decision and included the condition regarding the location of the light fixtures. It was also agreed to include a condition that the Applicant provide a color sample to Planning Staff for approval prior to the issuance of any permits. Mr. Safina moved the CPDC to approve the Certificate of Appropriateness for Sign Lighting at 454 Main Street as amended. Mr. Weston seconded and the motion carried 3 -0 -0. 1090 -1100 Main Street: Reauest for Minor Modification to Approved Site Plan Mr. Brad Latham represented the property owner, Artis Senior Living, to request a modification to the approved site plan. He told the CPDC that the existing driveway on the northern end of the site provided access to the house at the rear of the property as well as access to the neighbors at 1102 Main Street. The proposed changes would provide the neighbors at 1102 Main Street with some land and the driveway would be relocated north so that the access would be entirely on their property. He noted that an Application has been filed with MassDOT for the curb cut and they will be required to seek Conservation Commission approval for the paving of the new driveway. In order to move the property line, an Approval Not Required (ANR) Plan has been filed. Because the CPDC only has three members present, Ms. Wilson informed Mr. Latham that the CPDC could not endorse the ANR Plan. Mr. Latham replied that under MGL Chapter 81P that a majority of the Board is sufficient. Ms. Delios told Mr. Latham that Town Counsel has advised that 4 members are required when voting on an issue that is statutory. Mr. Latham presented case law examples stating that the 3 members could vote. Mr. Tuttle added that in the past there have been 4 members present for endorsement of an ANR Plan. Mr. Weston pointed out that the Applicant will still need Conservation Commission approval as well as MassDOT's before work begins. The next CPDC meeting is on February 24th so Mr. Weston suggested it be continued until then. Mr. Latham said he would grant the CPDC an extension of time to act. Mr. Weston asked whether this impacted the calculations in regards to wetland permitting. Mr. Latham replied that the impervious area will be moved away from the wetland. Mr. Latham confirmed that the neighbors will be performing the paving work as well as the installation of the new retaining wall. Mr. Weston moved the CPDC to determine that the revision to the Site Plan as depicted on the graphic received on January 22, 104 is a Minor Modification. Mr. Safina seconded and the motion carried 3 -0 -0. The CPDC reviewed the draft decision. It was agreed to eliminate Condition 1 in regards permitting related to the retaining wall because that will be the responsibility of the neighbor and not related to the Site Plan for Artis. In addition, Condition 2 was moved to the Findings which mentioned the requirement for the MassDOT driveway access permit. Mr. Safina moved the CPDC to approve the Minor Modification for 1090 -1100 Main Street as amended. Mr. Weston seconded and the motion carried 3 -0 -0. 1090 -1100 Main Street: Reauest for ANR Endorsement This item was continued to the 24th per the discussion above. Page 1 2 Plannina UDdates & Other Business Ms. Delios told the CPDC that the building permit for Bunratty Tavern has been issued. D'Amici's is under construction and it is anticipated that Northern Bank will start construction soon. The Police Chief is going to work with the contractors to ensure there are no issues with parking. There will be 3 different construction crews on that site and parking will be limited. However, alternatives such as off -site parking will be worked through with the Police Chief. Mr. Tuttle asked about Perfecto's. Ms. Delios replied she has not seen the building permit application to date. Mr. Tuttle asked about the former Getty site. Ms. Delios said they are working on their submissions. Ms. Wilson said the CPDC will review two subdivisions, one on Lowell Street and one off of Sanborn Drive. Zoning Advisory Committee (ZAC) - Ms. Delios reported that the Stakeholder Breakfast has been rescheduled to March 51h due to the snowstorm last week and the next Public Forum is March 3rd. The ZAC has reviewed the Site Plan Review Section and the Consultant has provided a revised Section 3 which the ZAC will review this week. The ZAC has also been working on the definitions and will continue that review over the next few meetings. Ms. Delios also said that she has been working with Mr. George Katsoufis on creating a permitting flow chart. The challenge is making the chart detailed enough, but still easy to understand. She told the CPDC that she came across a Business Guide from Dedham which outlines the permitting process for Dedham businesses. It received an award from the Mass Municipal Association (MMA). The CPDC liked the idea of the permitting guide. The CPDC reviewed the draft flow chart and made a few comments regarding the "Zoning Permit ". It was agreed that a different term may be needed. Approval of Minutes Mr. Tuttle tabled the approval of the minutes from January 27, 2014 to the next meeting. Adiournment On a motion by Mr. Safina, seconded by Mr. Weston, the CPDC voted to adjourn at 8:35PM PM by a vote of 3 -0 -0. Page 1 3