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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1986-03-17 Board of Survey Minutes Board of Survey Meeting of March 17, 1986 Page 1 A meeting of the Board of Survey convened in Room 16, Municipal Building at 8: 30 P.M. Present were Chairman Barker, Secretary Hampson, Board Members Griffin and Boucher, and Asst. Supt. William A. Redford. Mr. Hampson read the Notice of Public Hearing at 8130 P.M. regarding the approval, disapproval or modification of definitive plans titled "Pine Grove Estates" for a proposed roadway named Olde Reading Lane extending three hundred (300) feet westerly off Haverhill Street (between number 444 and 456 Haverhill Street.) a second proposed roadway named Pine Grove Road extending one thousand and ninety (1,090) feet southeasterly off Rustic Lane (between 50 and 60 Rustic Lane) and a third proposed roadway named Cedarwood Circle extending two hundred and seventy-five (275) feet northerly off proposed Pine Grove Road (between proposed lots 10 and 14). The subdivision proposes to resubdivide existing lots referenced by the Reading Assessors as Plat 183, Lots 2, 3, 5 and 7, and Plat 166, Lot 12 into twenty-three (23) lots and three (3) proposed roadways. Chairman Barker introduced the members of the Board and the Department. There were approximately 20 abuttors present, as well as O. Bradley Latham, Attorney for the Applicant, Bill Jones, Engineer for the Applicant, and Don Martinage, the applicant. Atty. Latham stated in 1973 a 36 lot subdivision was approved by the Board of Survey. In 1982 a new modified plan was proposed. That proposal called for a long roadway off of Haverhill Street. The Board of Survey approved that subdivision, however, because of zoning of the Flood Plain, the Board of Appeals did not grant a release. Board of Survey Meeting of March 17, 1986 Page 2 Bill Jones of Dana Perkins stated the present configuration is for a total of 22 homes being constructed off of the three roadways. All of the lots conform to the zoning requirements. Water supply willbe obtained by looping from the existing 8" main on Haverhill Street. This project will come under the Departments 2/1 Inflow Infiltration policy. We have also proposed to expand the existing flood storage area. Asst. Supt. Redford explained his 16 items of concern (copy attached). Chairman Barker read into the record the letters from the Conservation Commission, the Fire Department, the Board of Health, and Curt E. and Sally C. Nitzsche of 463 Haverhill Street (copies attached). Mr. Boucher stated I am going to abstain from discussing and voting on this subdivision as this may be a possible conflict of interest. Mr. Griffin stated my personal concern is with traffic on Haverhill. Street and my second concern is with the drainage in the area. Asst. Supt. Redford reported that the Safety Officer was checking into this proposed intersection and since the Police Chief was not available, the letter will be forthcoming from them prior to the time of action. Mr. Jones of Dana Perkins stated the Subdivision you will see is identical to the modified plan approved by the Board of Survey in 1962. Atty. Latham stated we should consider that in 1982 this proposal was for 14 house lots. There is less traffic impact as the plan is now proposed. Mr. Vittorio Ricci of 494 Haverhill Street stated Haverhill Street is very heavily travelled. The water that goes through my property is also very heavy. I clean out the pipe on my property every Spring and Fall to allow the water to flow through. If the road goes through to Haverhill Street, it willbe a real mess, you will need a traffic light. Board of Survey Meeting of March 17, 1986 Page 3 I an very much opposed to the roadways going through to Haverhill Street. Chairman Barker stated before this project can be approved and before any construction can begin, both the Board of Survey and the Conservation Commission must approve it. Kenneth A. King of 65 Rustic Lane asked what about the water table? Bill Jones replied there will be a temporary holding basin constructed. Sanford Matathia of 439 Haverhill Street asked has the applicant submitted any data with respect to traffic on Haverhill Street? Mr. Jones replied no, that is not something we would normally do. Mr. Matathia asked I am wondering whether the Board would entertain a request for traffic data including speeds and traffic counts during commuting hours. Mr. Jones replied I believe you will get something of that nature from the safety officer. Mr. Matathia stated I would like to go on record and corroborate the reports of Mr. Ricci, and that in addition there have been numerous accidents that have occured precisely in the location of the proposed entrance on to Haverhill Street. Mr. Musto of 66 Rustic Lane stated I share the concern of the people of their traffic concerns. I am also very concerned with the back ends of Lots B and I which will abut my property. Carol Fountain of 66 Rustic Lane asked are the houses as shown on the plan where they are going to be actually built? What is your plan for this particular area? Are you going to take down all the trees, or leave some? Mr. Jones replied the net effect is that is up to each individual owner. Board of Survey Meeting of March 17, 1986 Page 4 Atty. Latham stated today economics dictates that they try and M minimize the impact on the area. Mrs. Folger of 443 Haverhill Street stated many people use my driveway to turn around now. I feel they are going to use the roadway as proposed to turn around in. I have sat in my driveway as long as five minutes to wait to get out even at 6;30 A.M. Carol Fountain of 66 Rustic Lane asked what is the procedure now? Do we have any recourse against this? Chairman Darker stated we will close this hearing, study the input and render a decision before April 24. Mr. Jones of Dana Perkins stated we would have no problem immediately securing someone to perform a traffic study at that specific site. We will get on that tomorrow morning and inform the Board of our 1 results. Mr. Griffin asked do you recall any traffic information from preceding hearings? Mr. Redford replied I will research these filings and their documentation. Mr. Hampson asked is there any reason why the retention area couldn't be constructed near the three homes on Olde Reading Lane? Mr. Jones replied there is floodplain in that area which we wouldn't be allowed to cross. Mr. Matathia requested a historical look at traffic accidents on the curve at Haverhill Street. Mr. Redford replied if you are looking for specific information and a general listing of accidents, you should contact the Police Department directly. Board of Survey Meeting of March 17, 1986 Page 5 It was moved, seconded and voted 3:0: 1 (Mr. Boucher abstaining) to close the hearing at 9:45 P.M. The following abuttors have requested copies of the traffic study and notice of the date for decision: Sanford Matathia, 439 Haverhill Street Vittorio Ricci , 494 Haverhill Street Carol Fountain, 66 Rustic Lane Jennifer Aufiero, 36 Rustic Lane Earl Livingstone, 444 Haverhill Street The meeting adjourned at 9:45 P.M. Respectfully submitted, Secretary The Reading Department of Public Works Engineering Division, after review of the information filed to date, submits the following list of concerns and comments: 1. Formal action on this subdivision is required by April 24, 1986. 2 The proposed drainage system lacks the required depth of cover. 3. The proposed verti.cle curves are not desirable and do not conform to standards. 4. The proposed roadway profiles at Rustic and Haverhill intersections are not the 'sli.ght negative grade' desired. S. No sewer verticle drop configuration is shown on Olde Redding Lane. 6. Standard sight easements, tree planting & side-sloping, roadway roundings are provided on Olde Redding Lane 7. The proposed sidewalk layout (Olde Redding Lane) does not conform to the required roadway cross-section (it angles in to a position against the road pavement - no tree lawn). S. The proposed water, main profile is undesirable on lots 7 & B. 9. Catch basins at intersections are not provided. 10. The proposed roadway names conflict with existing roads. 1 11.. The proposed sewer connection on Haverhill Street should be. changed due to the existing g� sund water conditions. 12. The water main ending configuration, hydrant connections near main ends and sewer main ends should he revised at both cul-du-sacs. 13. No cul-du-sac gutter profiles have been submitted. 14. No access to the drain easement on lots 1 - 4 has been provided. 15. Additional width of easement should be provided on lots 14 & 15, and on lots 8, 17 & 18. 16. Additional length of easement should be provided on lots 16. 1.7. The roadway length of Fine Grove Road exceeds the 900 ft. limit. CONSERVATION COMMISSION * 6 LOWELL STREET READING, MASSACHUSETTS 01867 942-0500 EXT 69 March 6, 1986 - - - Mr. Douglas Barker, Chairman Board of Survey 16 Lowell Street -- Reading, Ma. 01867 RE : Definitive Plan, Pine Grove Estates Dear Mr. Barker: The Commission has reviewed the above-referenced plan and offers the following comments : 1. The proposed house for Lot 18 represents a wetland filling and steep side slopes immediately next to a wetland. The Commission will look critically at the present orientation of this lot. 2. The present Lot 20 also significantly impacts the ' adjacent wetland. The Commission will request an alternate orientation of this lot. 3. At the time of this writing, the Commission has not completed its review of the submitted drainage calculations for this project. The Commission will be looking to see that the off- site increase in peak runoff from the subject site be mitigated onsite with a safe, maintainable detention system. 4. The wetland crossing of the utilities from Haverhill Street is a necessary alteration which the Commission accepts as warranted wetland alteration. It would appear that generally this proposal is consistent with the guidelines and performance standards of the Commission. At this time, the major concern of the project is the verification of the drainage projections as proposed. During the design phase of this project the proponent has worked closely with the Commission in an effort to create an effective solution to this site's zoning and environmental con- straints. The Commission is generally in approval with this Definitive Plan. However, final determination on the drainage aspect of this plan will be forthcoming. Sincerely, o Charles T. stello Administrator {� eUe ca!`e�fo r neelee ,;-- 4— //�//ala aLp Keao,ucee u HEADQUARTERS READING FIRE DEPARTMENT 0�a �� READING, MASSACHUSETTS 01867 `ONARD J. REDFERN, Chief 267 WOBURN STREET March 5, 1986 PHONE 94F3131 Mr. Fletcher Board of Survey Municipal Building 16 Lowell St. Reading, MA 01867 Dear Mr._Eletchert 7 Regarding the "Pine Grove Estates" proposal which will be the subject of a definitive hearing on Monday, March 17, 1986, I am not opposed to the plan but am strongly opposed to the proposed roadway names. Presently within the Town the following named streets exist: Reading Terrace Red Gate Lane Pine Ridge Road Pine Ridge Circle Pinevale Ave. Cedar Street Cedar Glen Apts. There is too much chance for error in emergency situations where streets have similar sounding names. I suggest that this be taken into consideration when other names are selected. Very t ly yours, onard J. Redfern hief of Department 34 -Y( LJR/dm _ Fire Prevention Pays TOWN OF READING, MASSACHUSETTS 01867 or � ,als BOARD OF HEALTH 52 Sanborn Street, Room 12A Tel. 942-0500 - Ext. 56, 57, 58 PAUL F.CASELLE.D.D.6..Chm, M.JANE GILLAMUE MLP H.C M O. JAMES J.NUGENT,JN..RS.,C.M.O. Xwph Din Wr JILL C.DUGAN,B S. February 11, 1986 Mr. Anthony Fletcher, Clerk Board of Survey Town Hall Reading, MA 01867 Dear Mr. Fletcher, The Board of Health members have reviewed the definitive sub—division plan entitled, "Pine Grove Estates", and offer the following comments. 1. The sub—division will be sewered by the municipal sewerage system. 2. The sub—division will be serviced by municipal water. The plans indicate that the water system will be looped between Rustic Lane and Haverhill Street. Cedarwood Circle, which is less than 500 feet, will have a dead— end blow—off system. The Board recommends approval of this plan. Sincerely yours, M. Jane Gallahue, M.P.H. Health Director MJG:sa Board of Survey Municipal Building Reading, MA 01867 1` RE: Definitive Hearing - Pine Grove Estates (� -1'7-16 Gentlemen: We anticipate not being able to attend this hearing. However of specific concern is the street 'tilde Reading Lane" with access onto Haverhill Street, This is an extremely poor location safety-wise for a street because of the configuation of Haverhill Street, 'here is a curve and a hill which make visability very poor at this particular location, In addition, it appears that this street does not have the required rounded corners, For these reasons, we request that the Board of Survey not support this particular portion of the sub-division as proposed until the safety issue and the proper access is addressed. Vay truly yours, S Curt E. Pitzsche Sally C. Nitzsche 453 Haverhill Street Reading, MA 01867 RECEIVED BeAw of M=woks TOWN OF READING