Planning Board
Minutes
March 10, 2008
Members Present: Bob Davis, Jim Throckmorton, Stan Widak,
Ken McKeown, Mike Czarnowski
Also Present: Amy Love, Town Planner
The Plainville Planning Board held its meeting on Monday, March 10, 2008, at the Town Hall.
Motion to open meeting at 7:06 by Mike Czarnowski, seconded by Ken McKeown, approved 5-0-0.
Public Hearing - Wetherell Estates
Present: Nick F, Level Design Group
Motion to open continuance of public hearing by Mike Czarnowski, seconded by Stan Widak, approved 5-0-0.
A letter was presented by Level Design Group requesting that the Wetherell project be moved along and to proceed with all reviews. The developer, Astor Builders, has agreed to pay for legal fees and reviews as requested my Amy Love, Town Planner at the last meeting. Mr. Widak stated that if the legal review provides information stating it is not adequate width for the road, or other terms are not met in zoning, the project could be challenged. Town Council feels the project should move forward and then any issues that arise will be dealt with individually. Chairman Throckmorton felt there were many issues pending and asked the Board what action should be taken. He felt the reviews should be done but that does not mean the zoning issues will be resolved. The Board discussed challenges of
the project. Chairman Throckmorton asked the floor if they had any questions. Nobody responded with questions. Earth Tech will be giving a full review of the project.
Motion to continue public hearing to April 14, 2008 by Stan Widak seconded by Mike Czarnowski, denied 3-2.
Motion to withdraw previous motion by Stan Widak, seconded by Bob Davis, approved 5-0-0.
Motion to continue public hearing until April 14, 2008 by Mike Czarnowski, seconded by Ken McKeown approved 4-1.
Public Hearing - 49 Washington Street
Present: Dave Simmons of Angle Tree Consulting
Motion to open the continuance of the public hearing by Bob Davis, seconded by Mike Czarnowski, approved 5-0-0.
Ms. Love read a letter regarding a Request for an Extension at 49 Washington Street. The Board of Health has denied approval of this project. They denied the project due to drainage concerns. Earth Tech noted said drainage issues upon their review. Mr. Simmons expressed his concerns regarding the impact of the drainage issues. Mr. Simmons stated that he has been unable to contact the applicant and does not know what is going on. He would like to try and resolve the issues with the Board of Health. The Board said they would agree to continue the hearing, however, at the next hearing, the applicant must present their response to EarthTech and provide the engineering review fee, or the application will be denied.
Motion to continue hearing until April 14, 2008 by Stan Widak, seconded by Bob Davis, approved 5-0-0.
Motion to grant a continuance until April 30, 2008 by Bob Davis, seconded by Stan Widak, approved 5-0-0.
Eagles Landing Development
Present: Dave Simmons of Angle Tree Consulting
Dave Simmons presented a letter requesting an extension for the site plan approvals for lots 89 and 90 one year until April 30, 2009. The project has not moved forward due to the regional real estate market slowing and the sale of units declining.
Motion to extend approval on lots 89 & 90 site plans until April 30, 2009, by Stan Widak, seconded by Mike Czarnowski, approved 5-0-0.
General Business
431 South Street
The Board signed the revised plans.
Twin Gates Farm - 45 Warren Street
8 Lot subdivision - Amy Love gave an update to the Board on the project.
Registry of Deeds
Registry of Deeds needs Planning Boards signatures on file - they will be filed in April after the elections.
Residential Cluster By-Law
The Board requested that the numbering be updated. The Board will hold a public hearing on April 14th and will submit a revised by-law for the ATM.
Bills were signed.
Budget plan updates were given by Amy Love.
Amy Love, Town Planner will be away on maternity leave effective March 27, 2008. Ms. Love's leave includes paid sick leave and the Family Medical Leave act, as approved by the Planning Board.
Motion to approve meeting minutes for February 11, 2008, by Bob Davis, seconded by Stan Widak, approved 5-0-0.
Motion to cancel meeting for March 24, 2008 by Mike Czarnowski, seconded by Ken McKeown, approved 5-0-0.
Motion to close meeting at 9:15 by Mike Czarnowski, seconded by Ken McKeown, approved 5-0-0.
The next meeting of the Planning Board will be April 14, 2008 at Town Hall.
Respectfully submitted,
Catherine Holmes, Clerk
On-going applications:
Wetherell Estates - Extension provided through April 30, 2008
49 Washington St - Extension provided through April 30, 2008
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