For
Town of Sharon
Zoning Board of Appeals
On
Alternate Members: Walter Newman, Janis Edinburg
Continuance
#1496 Herb Chambers of Sharon, LLC 55 Gen. Edwards Hwy.
Applicant seeks variances, a special permit pursuant to section 2334(g) and site plan approval under Section 6321 relative to site conditions at 15 and 55 General Edwards Hwy. and 845 Old Post Road. Property is located at 55 General Edwards Hwy., 15 General Edwards Hwy., 845 Old Post Road and 000 Field Street and is situated in the Light Industrial Zone District.
Hearing opened at 8:08 p.m.
Sitting on case: John, Richard, Walter
The Board is reviewing the final touches on the decision. John would like a change in Exhibit A to read a minimum of 12 foot trees. Mr. Fishman responded that there will be
two rows of trees. Mr. Fishman also, stated there will be 38 trees.
Walter wants to make sure that the plans with the correct title and date are referenced in the decision: 15 General Edwards Hwy., Site plan of land, Sharon, MA, 17 sheets, date: 9/20/04
Walter – Yes
Richard – Yes
John – Yes
Condition: The plans should be referenced in the decision by 15 General Edwards Hwy. Sharon, MA, contains 17 sheets and date of Sept. 20 2004
Hearing closed at 8:19 p.m.
#1503 Miller, Stanley 53 Harding Street
Applicant seek two findings and a special permit relative to proposed expansion to a structure on a nonconforming lot. Property is located at 53 Harding Street and is situated in the Rural 2 Zone within the Surface Water District.
Hearing opened at 8:20 p.m.
Sitting on case: John, Richard, Walter
Board of Health letter dated 9/7/04 read stating the plans submitted 2/28/00 are valid. A new permit has been issued (8078). The proposed septic system will be in compliance with all State and Local regulations.
The existing living space 919 sq ft. and proposed increase is 556 sq. ft. Total living space will be 1475 sq. ft. It will be 58% increase.
The Board reviewed the plans with the Applicant.
Vote in Favor
John – Yes
Richard – Yes
Walter – Yes
Condition: New plot plan must be submitted showing 22 feet setback or distance to the existing foundation which ever is greater.
Hearing closed at 8:30 p.m.
New Case
#1506 Acheampong, Kwaku and Joyce 58 Barefoot Hill Road
Applicants seek two findings and a special permit relative to proposed expansion to a structure on a nonconforming lot. Property is located at 58 Barefoot Hill Road and is situated in the Rural 1 Zone within the Ground water Protection District.
Hearing opened at 8:31 p.m.
Sitting on case: Dan, John, Richard
Notice read.
Board of Health letter dated 9/20/04 read - No objection
Conservation Commission letter dated 9/21/04 read – No objection
Applicant describes plans for expansion to enlarge the master bedroom to add office space on the upper level. On the lower level it will add storage space.
New plot plan needed with the correct measurement of minimum increase to nonconforming lot.
Hearing closed at 8:46
Continued until 10/13/04
New Case
#1509 Conroy, Margaret 324 Old Post Road
Applicant seeks two findings and special permit relative to proposed expansion to a structure on a nonconforming lot. Property is located at 324 Old Post Road and is situated in the Rural 1 Zone within the Groundwater Protection District.
Hearing opened at 8:47 p.m.
Sitting on case: Dan, Richard, Lee
Notice read.
Board of Health letter dated 9/20/04 read – No objection
Conservation Commission letter dated 9/22/04 read – No objection
Applicant describes plan to add a second floor cantilever addition. The 3 bedrooms will be moved to the second floor and a full bath will be added. On the first floor there are two bedrooms in the back of the house. The walls between them will be removed a long with a closet to make a family room. The third bedroom on the first floor will be converted into a library/computer room.. A two story 2X6 bump out will be added to enlarge the master bedroom.
Board requests a new plot plan showing the correct distances to the property.
Continued until 10/27/04
Applicant seeks a Comprehensive Permit under MGL Chapter 40B, Section 20-23 for development of thirty-two town house condominium units, comprised of nine buildings, plus one existing home located at 9 Glenview Road. Property is located off Rob’s Lane, Town of Sharon Assessor’s Map 102-Parcels 87,88 and 92-1 and is zoned Residential B.
Hearing opened at 9:16 p.m.
Notice read.
Attorney Freeman, Attorney for Applicant gave a brief overview of case. He also stated that the Applicant would be planning workshops to provide more information regarding Applicants plan.
John Rhodes, from Norwood Engineering discussed letter dated 09/13/04 regarding test holes that were made for soil tests. He noted that there was discussion of an existing cart path and stated Applicant would agree to provide an easement for continued use of the path. Mr. Rhodes spoke about buffer zone alteration. He noted that there was concern about no connection to Rob’s Lane. He also said there has been a reduction in the length of the retaining wall to about 400 feet of length and maximum height to 7 feet. Erosion control will be part of the plan. Storm water retention will need to be done. He stated that there are plans to bring in a Fire protection consultant to review plans and address issue of low water pressure.
John asked Mr. Rhodes what the volume of the septic system is designed for. Mr. Rhodes replied 6500 to 8000 gallons per day.
Jack Gillon, Applicants Traffic Engineer stated that traffic recorders were placed on Glendale Road and Rout 27. Mr. Gillon stated the volume findings. Mr. Gillon referenced report of June 2004. The traffic study assumed increase of traffic 1.8 percent per year. Mr. Gillon noted that the study found an expected delay in morning peak hour of 2.3 seconds over baseline. In evening peak hour increase of 2.7 seconds. He concluded the increased traffic would not be noticeable to Sharon Residents. Average speed on Glendale was 24 m.p.h. Average stopping distance was 67 feet. Crash rate was 0.16 per million, which is below state wide average.
John asked what would be expected speed limit on Glenview. Mr. Gillon said speed limit was 30 miles per hour. John asked about sight distance. Richard asked if snow or ice conditions were considered in the study. John asked if the figure of 19 vehicles for peak usage was per day? Mr. Gillon indicated it was per hour. John also asked where the 7 foot retaining walls would be located. There was discussion between Board and Attorney Freeman regarding the retaining wall.
Alice Chevery, Sharon resident expressed concern with access to Robs Lane. She also noted that there are children playing in the area when coming down Glenview around the curb.
A resident of Glenview Road noted that there is a history of cars having a problem getting up the hill to Glenview when there is 2 or 3 inches of snow and asked if that has been considered.
Mary Tobin, 20 Glendale Road spoke that traffic is often travelling fast on Glendale Road. She also asked about the retaining walls and retention basins. Mr. Gillon described the dimensions of the retaining wall.
Attorney John Whitman requested that at the next hearing Mr. Houston, an engineer, be allowed to testify at the beginning of the next hearing and present his report. There was discussion between the Board and regarding the Applicant’s plan and changes to the plan. Mr. Whitman expressed objection to Applicant’s plan for workshops. Discussion with Board on workshops.
Paul Scholnick, resident of 174 Billings Street, expressed disagreement with workshop plan.
Mrs. Chateman of Ames Court asked a number of questions regarding the name of the project, the size of the units and if there are to be school children living in the development.
A resident of Glenview Road expressed concern about the noise that construction would bring.
Attorney representing residents on Rob’s lane spoke against the plan for workshops. He indicated that it would be to gain an unfair advantage.
Debbi Bay a resident of 10 Glenview Road spoke about concerns of increased traffic in area and that there are children in the area and noted concerns of the retention basin
Susan Davis, 10 Glendale Road, had concerns with traffic, particularly in the winter with ice and snow. Dan indicated that there would be a peer review of the traffic study.
Steve Hyman 3 Rob’s lane, noted concern with water drainage into Glenview Road.
Jane Hyman, 3 Robs Lane, showed photographs of water accumulation. She noted that school buses do not go up Glenview Road.
There was discussion between the Board members on proposed workshops and the advantages and disadvantages and possible notification issues.
Case Continued to 11/10/2004.
#1505 Einstein, Ingrid 6 Fox Hollow Lane
Applicant seeks two findings, a special permit, and a variance (if necessary), relative to proposed habitable space extension to a nonconforming structure within the wetland setback area as defined in Sharon Zoning Bylaw Sec. 3322. Property is located at 6Fox Hollow Lane is situated in the Single Residence A Zoning District.
Hearing opened at 10:40 p.m.
Sitting on case: Richard, John, Dan
Applicant provided new plot plan showing the proposed deck will be 56 ft. from the wetlands.
Existing living space: 3326 sq ft, proposed addition: 740 sq. ft., total living space: 4066 sq. ft. an increase of 22%.
Vote in Favor
Richard – Yes
John – Yes
Dan – Yes
Hearing closed at 10:42 p.m.
New Case
#1508 Lewis, Martha 29 Ames Street
Applicant seeks two findings and a special permit relative to proposed new single-family home on a nonconforming lot. Property is located at Lot 108 Ames Court and is situated in the Rural 2 Zone within the Surface Water District.
Hearing opened at 10:43 p.m.
Sitting on case: John, Dan, Walter
Notice read.
Board of Health letter dated 9/20/04 read – No objection
Conservation Commission letter dated 9/22/04 read – No objection
Applicant gave brief description of plans to remove two old cottage. And in place of that build a 3 bedroom house with 2 ½ bathroom.
David Lunden, Trustee for Martha Lewis stated the property has been in the Lunden/Lewis family since 1945.
Fredrick Tessler, 17 Ames Street, thanked Mr. Lunden for corresponding with the neighbors.
Sharon resident stated that Mr. Lunden plans will improve the neighborhood.
Sharon resident wanted to know how many bathrooms will be in this three bedroom home.
Cont. until 10/27/04
Hearing closed at 11:10 p.m.
Next Zoning Board meeting is scheduled on October 13 at 8:00 p.m. in Town Hall.