DUNBARTON PLANNING BOARD

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 19, 2003

TOWN OFFICES – 7:00 PM

 

The regular monthly meeting of the Dunbarton Planning Board was held at the above time, date and place with Chairman James Marcou presiding.  The following members were present:

 

                James Marcou, Chairman

                Kenneth Swayze, Co-Chairman

                Alison R. Vallieres, Secretary

                Brian Nordle

                George Holt

                Carter Higginbotham

                Charles Graybill, Selectman

                Michael Poirier, Alternate

 

The Chairman verified with the Secretary that the meeting notice had been posted according to State Law in three public places throughout the Town and published in the Concord Monitor for one day.

 

Approval of Previous Month’s Minutes:

 

The minutes of the previous meeting of Wednesday, February 19, 2003 were approved with the following corrections by a motion to approve as amended.  The motion was seconded and passed unanimously. 

 

Amendments: 

 

Page 1 – Signing of Stillwater Plan:  Should read as follows:

 

                “Brian Nordle and Kenneth Swayze reviewed the final Stillwater Plan and it was signed

 

Page 1 – Third paragraph under Keefe Subdivision:  Should read as follows:

 

                “……………it was noted that they were seeking  required  to mitigate the approval.Wetlands Impact. “

 

Page 2 – Paragraph directly after item 6 should read as follows:

 

                “……………….The applicant submitted a letter outlining conditions of approval.  (Road to be completed and accepted by Town before any lots are to be sold or permits issued.)”

 

Page 3 – Third paragraph from the bottom of the page, last sentence:  Should read as follows:

 

                Wetlands Planning Board has asked for a letter from the Fire Chief stating it the fire pond was necessary for the Town safety services.”

 

Page 4 – First paragraph from the top of the page, last sentence:  Should read as follows:

 

                “This would benefit the Town because if the other permits were not given, the Town still gets its easement permit for a fire pond at this easement.”

 

Page 4 – Third paragraph from the bottom first sentence:   Should read as follows:

 

                “Tm Bernier asked if they could bond the entire road a portion of the road and do a temporary turnaround. “

 

Page 5 – Item 2 under Comments from the Board:  Should read as follows:

 

                2.  Paperwork from the Fire Chief re name of the road and the in house fire suppression a requirement for a fire pond for community fire suppression needs. 

 

7:00 PM – PUBLIC HEARING – ZABADEE DEVELOPMENT LLC (JOSEPH ALBERTELLI, MANAGING MEMBER) PROPOSED NINE LOT SUBDIVISION LOCATED ON GRAPEVINE ROAD IN THE LOW DENSITY DISTRICT IN DUNBARTON, NH

 

At this point in the meeting, Kenneth Swayze stated he had received a communication from Tim Bernier stating that the applicant was requesting a 90 day extension because they were unable to come up with certain items as requested by the Board.  (attached letter)

 

1.        At this point in the meeting, the Board noted that they wanted to make sure the applicant was

      looking at the road intersection in conjunction with comments from Don Mayo, Town      

      Engineer.  The applicant feels there is extreme difficulty in changing the road intersection, etc.

 

2.        Don Mayo, Town Engineer, Revisions 

 

3.        Site Walk will not be scheduled until another two months because of weather conditions. 

 

At this point in the meeting, an abutter Lee Richmond, 241 Grapevine Road, Dunbarton, NH (new owner of the former Marshall House) stated he had several questions. 

 

The Board noted that the applicant had been put on notice at the last meeting that there was a change in ownership of the property and he should provide the name and address of the new owners, etc.

 

The Board noted that this would be the third meeting for Zabadee Development to be coming to the Planning Board and if they were here, they would be seeking final approval but were instead asking for an extension. 

 

Lee Richmond asked what kind of input might he be able to have for the development. 

 

The Board stated they would be looking for technical comments. 

 

Mr. Richmond stated that the land drops down into the wetlands. 

 

J. Marcou stated the Board would be looking for adverse impact on to the abutter’s property by this subdivision.  Is it going to adversely affect your property?

 

Kenneth Swayze noted the Board had expressed concern about the entrance road coming out onto to Grapevine Road.

 

MOTION:

 

At this point in the public hearing, Kenneth Swayze made a motion that the Dunbarton Planning Board request a 90 day extension from the Dunbarton Selectmen for the proposed Zabadee Development Nine Lot Subdivision located off Grapevine Road.  The motion was seconded by Charles Graybill and passed unanimously.

 

The public hearing was closed  at 7:15 pm. 

 

7:15 PM – PUBLIC HEARING - ROCKO DIPETRO (MICHEL BELANGER) PROPOSED LOT LINE ADJUSTMENT AND SUBSEQUENT PROPOSED 22 LOT SUBDIVISION OFF STARK LANE IN THE MEDIUM DENSITY DISTRICT IN DUNBARTON, NH

 

Jacques Belanger, Surveyor, appeared before the Board on behalf of the applicant. 

 

The applicant presented a letter to the Dunbarton Planning Board requesting a 90 day extension.  (attached letter)

 

MOTION:

 

A motion was made, seconded and passed unanimously that the Dunbarton Planning Board request the Dunbarton Selectmen for a 90 day extension for the Rocko Dipetro (Michel Belanger) proposed Lot Line Adjustment and subsequent proposed 22 lot subdivision off Stark Lane in the Medium Density District in Dunbarton, NH.

 

1.  The Dunbarton Planning Board noted there was a petition signed by numerous Dunbarton residents stating there was an impropriety in the manner in which the Town Forest Committee negotiated the easement on Town Forest Land.  The petition stated that the monies should be returned to the Town and not the Town Forest Committee.  (attached petition)

 

Kenneth Swayze reported that he had done legal research and contacted two attorneys regarding the authority of the Town Forest Committee and both attorneys had established that this was ordinary practice.  Done very often and sometimes for no money. 

 

The Dunbarton Planning Board stated they would like a copy of the Winslow Town Forest deed.  The applicant indicated they had done research through Howard Dunn and the Town Forest Committee does have the authority to grant an easement, etc. 

 

2.        Planning Board indicated they had a concern regarding the permanent turn around at the first culdasac. 

 

3.        The applicants indicated they had submitted test pit logs.

 

4.        Site Walk – Will try to schedule before the next meeting, weather permitting. 

 

5.        Applicant will be asking for a waiver for the road of over 8% grade. 

 

6.        Planning Board received a three page letter from Don Mayo.  (attached)  Mr. Rook has a copy of letter.

 

7.        Planning Board indicated they needed more money to cover Don Mayo’s review work on the preliminary road design.  If the lots change, will be revisiting road changes.

 

8.        Monumentation needs to be put on the plan.

 

9.        Total aggregate frontage of each lot needs to be put on the plan.

 

10.     Driveway locations need to be shown on the plan along with drainage designs for any driveway culverts. 

 

Charles Graybill, Selectman, stated he was extremely concerned about spending a lot of time until two documents were in place:  the Town Forest Committee Easement and the DOT Driveway Permit.  Both these documents should be included on the final plan.  Based on the fact that both documents are now in place, I would say go ahead. 

 

At this point in the public hearing, Mr. Rook produced a copy of the DOT driveway permit.  (attached)

 

James Marcou stated the Board was in a holding pattern on this until the legal work was down on Stark Lane. 

 

Jacques Belanger, Surveyor, noted the interim project remains the same.  The mitigation area does not show on the plan yet.  There is a major impact at the entrance with another one off on the spur road.  Issue with slopes.  Will apply for a Waiver for the 10% grade.

 

-                          Have been in contact with the SPNHF regarding trail system through their property.  They would be willing to talk about trails.

-                           All lots meet the minimum requirements.

-                           There are two culdasacs both exceed 600 feet long.  One with a hammer head turn around near Barnard Hill Board.  There is approximately 3100 feet of road. 

-                          Building permits for Project will be phased.  8 lots first year, 8 second year and the balance the third year. 

 

Board expressed concern about the radius and grade of the turn around at the culdasac. 

 

Board had discussed regarding the grade of the culdasac.  Several members noted that we had certain requirements and the Board should adhere to them i.e. the 8% grade.  It was noted that Don Mayo, Town Engineer, wants to see less than a 3% rise in the circle.  The top of the culdasac needs to be flat. 

 

Mr. Rook, Engineer, stated that if the grade of the road is changed to 8%, it will mean that the turn around will be lower than the surrounding arc thus causing problems with the driveways.  The driveways will be much higher than the road, etc. 

 

Chairman stated that the Planning Board should decide now whether or not they would allow the 10% grade on the road.

 

Discussion by the Board both pro and con regarding the granting of the waiver for the 10% grade.

 

MOTION:

 

George Holt made a motion that the Dunbarton Planning Board deny the request for a waiver for a 10% grade on the road and that as a matter of consistency we follow our regulations now and in the future.  Charles Graybill seconded the motion.  The motion passed by a majority with Kenneth Swayze voting in the negative.  All other votes were in the affirmative. 

 

At this point, Mr. Rook presented new plans of the road, etc.  The Board noted they should not be looking at new plans this evening.  The applicant needs to adhere to the policy of submittal of plans 15 days prior to the meeting. 

 

The Board also noted they would need to see the Wetlands application prior to any conditional approval being granted. 

 

Charles Graybill – Asked when the Town Forest Committee met with them, is there going to be anything done to increase culvert size for increased flowage onto Town Forest land.  Concerned about all this water flowing, etc. 

 

James Marcou asked if someone from the Town Forest Committee will look at this as to what the impact to the Town Forest will be.   

 

Brian Nordle noted the Board should address whether or nor the project will have a Regional Impact.   The Board agreed amongst themselves that it would not have a Regional Impact but this will be addressed again.

 

Abutters were read as follows and noted all had been notified by certified mail:

 

William Baril – Present, asked if the three acres was supposed to take some of the tension off.  The wetlands mitigation area is compensating for the wetlands impact since it is over 10,000 square feet  The land set aside is to always be undeveloped land.

 

The Board noted they would have to have a deed restriction. 

 

Baril stated he still had concern about the water backing up on to his property.

 

Mr. Rook, Engineer, presented two sketches showing the impact of the runoff onto the Baril property.  He stated they were actually lessening the impact because the water from the orange area above the Baril property would be draining through designated drainage, etc. 

 

Baril stated there would be five house lots draining onto his property. 

 

Rook – Stated there would be six acres less draining onto the property because of the diversion of wetlands, etc.  There is ¼ mile of road and six houses should make up for that area. 

 

Baril – Will have less flow than I do have now?  Last time you said there would be 1.3 more onto my property at that time. 

 

Rook – We listened to your concerns and because of this, there are six acres less draining onto your property. 

 

George Holt – How much per lot are you considering coming out of the forested area. 

 

Rook – Stated they have done specific analysis where it would leave the property.  Will be about 7 ½ acres diverted.  Based on 50 year storm.  Have to go to Wetlands and  for Site Specific.  DOT has reviewed for the curb cut.  Goes through four check points, DOT, DES, Wetlands and Don Mayo, Town Engineer. 

 

Baril – 1.3% is changed to what?  The runoff is 20% less than previous.  Hoped for a set of calculations.  (Mr. Rook gave Mr. Baril a set of calculations.)

 

Dennis Forcier – Not Present

 

Scott/Deborah Aubrey -  Not Present

 

Roger/Pamela Bergeron – Not Present

 

Edward/Vicki Klements – Not Present

 

Robert Cowan – Not Present

 

Anthony/Anette Marino – Not Present

 

David/Jennifer Allen – Present.  As I understand, Michel Belanger developed Jacqueline Drive and there are violations when that was put in.  Concerned about the grade in the road.  The Town will not take care of it now.

 

Charles Graybill, Selectmen – Stated that Jacqueline Drive was now part of a Civil Law Suit.  The Town will not accept the road until such time as things are done to bring it up to Town Standard.  No building on slopes.  All those conditions occurring on Jacqueline Drive will have to be corrected before the Town will accept the road.  Pull off area for fire pond, etc.  This is an independent project and not part of this subdivision. 

 

Kenneth Swayze indicated the Board does not have the right to hold up this developer because of Jacqueline Drive.  

 

Jacques Belanger, Surveyor, stated that his father was not doing the development on this parcel.  He is selling it to another developer, Dipetro.  This is too large a scale for his father to develop. 

 

Kenneth Swayze indicated that now the Board has road bonding, engineering consultants, etc. whereas before we did not have these in place. 

 

Rook – Indicated we are lowering the wetlands.  There are larger pipes and we are keeping the water level where it is now.  We will be putting in a concrete box, etc.  None of the flow from this development will get to the Allen’s property. 

 

David Allen – Asked how many trees were they going to be taking down. 

 

It was indicated the parcel had already been heavily cut over in the past.  There is no reason to clear cut.  This would increase the runoff.  By clear cutting would cause more runoff. 

 

David Allen asked if abutters would be allowed to go on the site walk.

 

James Marcou indicated probably not because of liability issues. 

 

Orvis/Doris Cunningham – Not Present

 

Barbara/Paul Kilmister/Robert/Mary Gourley – Not Present

 

Dunbarton Town Forest Committee – Fred Mullen present but stated he was not representing the Town Forest Committee.  He was there on behalf of himself personally.

 

Schauer Environmental Consultants – Not Present

 

Society for the Protection of NH Forests – Not Present

 

J.E. Belanger Surveying – Present

 

W. G. Howard and Associates – It was noted for the record that the Engineer was Robert Rook and not W. G. Howard Associates.  Mr. Rook was present.

 

Other Members of the Public:

 

Fred Mullen – Asked if there was a written agreement between the Town Forest Committee and the applicant and whether any money had changed hands yet. 

 

It was indicated that nothing would take place until such time as the project received final approval.

 

Fred Mullen – Asked if there would be an increase in flow to the Town Forest Land.  Who pays for the trees if they die. 

 

Kenneth Swayze – Indicated this would be a Civil Matter.  Can take the developer to court or the landowners. 

 

Fred Mullen – Asked if this was something we could establish at this time. 

 

It was indicated the flow was going to be the same in gallons, just will be more steady. 

 

George Holt – When they do their plan, they should develop some plan to prevent any further runoff on to the Town Forest Lands. 

 

James Marcou indicated that the Corps of Engineers has control of any water that runs into Corp property.  

 

K. Swayze noted he doubted if the authority of the Corps reached the threshold of this review.

Conservation Commission will be our watch dog for the Town Forest. 

 

Fred Mullen – Stated he was a member of the Fire Department.  With a 10% slope, fire trucks will have difficulty getting up there. 

 

Mr. Rook – Stated that the Planning Board has already determined that the slope will be no greater than 8% maximum. 

 

Margaret Watkins – Would it be possible to get a copy of a written opinion from the Town Legal Counsel regarding the authority of the Town Forest Committee as to their actions, etc.  Would like our Town Counsel to do this. 

 

Kenneth Swayze – Stated he did talk with Town Counsel and another attorney.  It is conceivable that they can create ATV trails.  Town Property could have horse trails, boy scout camps, etc.  Have gone to two sources.  Ended up with the Municipal Attorney.  It is common practice to give up easements.  Do have the right to go to extremes on Town Property. 

 

James Marcou – We had some thought of Planning Board challenging the Town Forest Committee’s action.   That is why we looked into it, to protect the Planning Board’s decision. 

 

Margaret Watkins – Would like to see a written opinion.  Got to come from the Selectmen. 

Would like Town Counsel to review the Winslow Deed.  That land was given to the Town Forest and I would like Town Counsel to review it.  The petition raised a number of important issues about the Town Forest Committee.  Is this considered in the public interest to pay no attention to this?  Is there a reason why it is not being made part of the public process.  Am asking the question.  It seems they are a sovereign body. 

 

Board noted the Town Forest Committee is similar to the Conservation Commission.  At this point, Margaret Watkins stated the Conservation Commission has to hold a public hearing.  I am asking you, the Planning Board, if you are comfortable with this. 

 

Kenneth Swayze – Stated the Board tried to get diversified opinions.  They have the right to cut the timber on that property and receive the revenue.  Public opinion may be against it but they have the right. 

 

James Marcou stated this was out of the realm of the Planning Board.  They have the right to make the deal and to do what they want with the money.   This could become a Civil matter.

 

At this point in the discussion, Charles Graybill indicated the Selectmen will seek Town Counsel to give us a legal opinion on this matter.  He stated the Town Forest Committee has utilized any funds they have received for the benefit of the Town of Dunbarton. 

 

Margaret Watkins asked if there would be a permanent easement for the trails.  If we want a trail easement on this property, we should get it now. 

 

George Holt – Asked if it could be part of the mitigation area.  Not going to happen if it doesn’t happen now.

 

Ron Slocum, Tenney Hill Road.  How large an area are we talking about re the easement on Town Forest land.

 

J. Belanger – Stated about .7 of an acre.  The agreement is for sight-line purposes.  850 feet of road improvements.  The road bed stays within the stone walls.  Still is the property of the Town Forest. 

 

Ron Slocum asked who was responsible for the clearing of the trees, etc.  Agree with Margaret re question whether land under the Town Forest Committee can be handled in this manner.

 

Answer – State of New Hampshire, DOT will be having the trees removed in the future when the regrow. 

 

At this point in the public hearing, the public comment was closed.

 

Items on the checklist for the next meeting were as follows:

 

1.        In-house fire protection.  (Jon Wiggin, Fire Chief, will let the Board know of any special needs of the Fire Department.

 

2.        Phasing:  Building permits:  Road Construction (if phased)

 

3.        Bonding

 

4.        Escrow account for Town Engineer fees

 

5.        Will request a 90 day extension

 

6.        Copies of new drainage calcs to be given to the Conservation Commission

 

7.        Site walk before the next meeting. 

 

Other Business:

 

At this point in the meeting, Charles Graybill expressed his pleasure at being able to serve as the Selectmen’s Representative on the Planning Board for the last three years.  He stated Steve Kennedy will be the Selectmen’s Representative for the next year. 

 

Site Plan Review:

 

ROBERT PERRY PROPOSED MULTI-FAMILY CONSISTING OF FOUR BUILDINGS OF FOUR UNITS EACH AT HIS PROPERTY LOCATED ON MORSE ROAD IN THE LOW DENSITY DISTRICT IN DUNBARTON

 

Kenneth Swayze stated that he had reviewed the application and noted that it appeared to be comprehensive and complete.  Stated they had presented a landscaping design, and septic system designs and architectural rendering of buildings.  Board will be addressing parking, trash removal, lighting, snow removal, fire suppression, etc.  This will be an elderly housing project.  It will consist of four buildings for a total of 16 dwelling units.  The total acreage of the parcel is 52 acres. 

 

Kenneth Swayze noted that this lot was a non-conforming grandfathered lot with a 50 foot access road.  Because of this, the applicants would be required to build a road to Town Standards to create frontage to qualify for the four buildings.  It was noted that this had been cleared with Town Counsel that this was a buildable lot in this manner. 

 

MOTION: 

 

Kenneth Swayze made a motion that the Dunbarton Planning Board accept the application of Robert and Dorothy Perry for a four buildings of four units each (multi-family housing -elderly) at their property on Morse Road in the Low Density District in Dunbarton, NH.  The motion was seconded and passed unanimously.

 

Robert Perry, II and Dorothy Perry appeared before the Board along with a representative from W. G. Howard and Associates.  They presented a plan showing the proposed four buildings and how they were located on the property.

 

Trevor Town, W. G. Howard and Associates, presented a plan showing the proposed layout of the buildings in relation to the lot. 

 

The Board noted that the access road would have to be completed to Town Standards the entire length, not just the portion to the lot because there is not sufficient frontage on Morse Road to qualify for frontage, etc.  Will be a Town Maintained Road including the culdasac.  This road will create frontage for the buildings. 

 

It was noted that Unitel has been contacted regarding utilities.  They will be getting back to the applicant in the near future.

 

Kenneth Swayze – Noted the road bed will be deeded to the Town. 

 

Trevor Town – Stated they will be submitting a NH Site Specific.  There are no Wetlands Impact from any of the development.  There will be two septic systems.  The State requires an alternative area in case of septic failure.

 

There will be a Community Water Supply supplied by two wells.  (They have provided larger well radius than normally required.)

 

With regard to lighting, road on the way into the development will be lighted.  Will be an exclusive road to this development.  

 

Development will be for adults 55 and older. 

 

Brian Nordle asked about a buffer zone.

 

R. Perry indicated there would be garages behind the units.  Plowing behind the units would be responsibility of the owners, not the town. 

 

Board indicated they would have to provide for ambulatory parking spaces along with handicapped parking spaces.  Need to show on-street parking also.  Need to have shoulder room. 

 

R. Perry indicated the buildings would be colonial in style with vinyl siding.  Buildings will be offset by 8’ – 10’, with an arch over windows, etc.  Have received an estimate of $50,000 for landscaping. 

 

It was noted the Selectmen and the Road Agent have already had a site walk.  The entrance road ties into Morse Road.  Requested that the driveway be moved over.   Mr. Perry will take down a number of trees along Morse Road on the Racca property to increase the line of sight. (Mr. Racca has agreed to this).   This has already been flagged out.  Don Mayo, Town Engineer, has also been out there. 

 

The Board indicated the Perry’s should set up a retainer account for Don Mayo’s fees. 

 

R. Perry indicated trash pickup will be private.  . 

 

Jon Wiggin, Fire Chief – Stated the Fire Department concerns would be width of the access road and the turning radius of the culdasac for emergency vehicles.  It is a fact of life that Senior Developments put more stress on Fire Departments.  Interested in the size of the buildings, square footage, distance apart.  The safety side of this development needs to be looked at.  Generally speaking, an apartment building this size would not require sprinkler system. 

 

The Board indicated that public safety is a most important issue. 

 

Jon Wiggin – Stated that a sprinkler system for this building will be much bigger than for a residential system. 

 

It was indicated the Board will be seeking input from the Police Department.

 

George Holt – Are there plans for handicapped access? 

 

R. Perry noted there will be a 8’ x 10’ deck depending on each individual and would be a private concern.  Will meet ADA requirements.  No common area.  Will be four buildings with open space.  Will be sold units. 

 

Abutters were read as follows and noted that all had been notified by certified mail:

 

Josephine Dailey – Not Present

Paul Belyear – Not Present

David/Justyn Constant – Present.  Stated that this lot is in non-compliance until the Town is deeded the road.  What kind of impact on our road will this development have.  This is such a small road.  More than doubling the residents on the road.    This is changing the whole feeling of Morse Road.  There are considerable amount of wetlands around the whole area.  I just hope things are addressed.  I don’t like the feeling about this.  We bought our house because of its location, and we don’t want it to change at this kind of rate.  They will be condos.  Is this something Dunbarton approves of or are they just going to be turned into apartments.  What about traffic and water draw.  This is a small road and we just gouged out 100 acres.  It is changed.  That is my concern.  Doubling the impact on that road.  This is supposedly Low Density District. 

 

The Board pointed out that Low Density means five acre zoning.  The Board also indicated the Town Engineer will look at the project in relation to the road. 

 

Rudolph/Elizabeth Vallauri – Present.  Asked how close the buildings will be to his property line.  There is an impact of 16 dwelling units.  There will be water problems.  What are 16 more houses going to do to the ground water.  Seems like a lot of water to him.  The corner has bad visibility.  Are these units going to be like the ones across the street.

 

Robert Perry – Stated they were going to be two story, large colonial style.

 

George Holt – Indicated this would be contingent on getting a permit for a Community Water Well from the State.  There will be an assessment of offsite impact.  Are there wells within 200 feet of the property line? 

 

Trevor Town stated the buildings would be 150’ from the Vallauri property line. 

 

Daniel/Kathleen Labonville – Present.  Stated the driveway to the project is directly pointed to his window.  Runoff comes into my property.  Part of the reason I moved here was because I liked Dunbarton’s five acre lot minimum and this is going to ruin it all for me.

 

Robert/Denise Perry, II – Present.  (applicant)

Nathan J. Narus – Present.  No comment.

Richard/Catherine Raccca – Present.  Asked about this entrance road going through his property.  Whose liability is it if someone gets hurt when they are cutting the trees on his property to improve the line of sight.  

 

It was noted that contractors will have to provide a certificate of insurance.  Will be removing stone walls.  There will be bonding for the road.  Once the road is turned over to the Town, it is the Town’s responsibility.

 

David Wheeler – Present.  No comments.

David/Theresa Glannon – Not Present

Michael Petito – Not Present

W. G. Howard and Associates – Present.  (Trevor Town)

 

Comments from members of the public:

 

Ron Slocum – Stated that the Chairman indicated at the beginning of this application, that this application will be treated as a “Commercial Venture”.  How does this relate to the Table of Uses shown within the Zoning Ordinance.

 

The Chairman indicated this was actually a Commercial venture with a residential flavor.  It would fall under the section of Residential Housing within the Table of Uses. 

 

Daniel Labonville – Asked about the project being stated as being “elderly”.  Does this mean they will disallow children, etc. so there will be no impact on our schools. 

 

The Board indicated because there will be no school impact, it will benefit the community.  Paperwork is intended to be submitted to the Federal Government, etc. by the applicant.

 

Margaret Watkins – Asked if it would be possible to reduce the width of the road even though it will be a Town street. 

 

Charles Graybill, Selectmen – Stated he would say “No, because of the need for fire equipment, emergency vehicles, etc. to be able to access the buildings.  We need to maintain Town Standards for the road”. 

 

Chuck Frost – Asked if 300 feet of frontage was being created within the 50 foot right of way. 

 

The Board stated that the frontage was being created from Morse Road to the buildings. (Over 1,700 feet long for a total of 3,000 feet of frontage.  The Town will accept the entire road. 

 

There being no further public comment, the public hearing was closed. 

 

NH TRADITIONAL HOMES (MICHAEL POIRIER) TWO PROPOSED MULTI-FAMILY COMPLEXES CONSISTING OF FOUR SEPARATE STRUCTURES JOINED BY A WALL AND THREE SEPARATE STRUCTURES JOINED BY A WALL AT HIS PROPERTY ON GUINEA ROAD IN THE LOW DENSITY DISTRICT IN DUNBARTON, NH

 

At this point in the meeting, Michel Poirier, Alternate, stepped down from the Board. 

 

In addition, Kenneth Swayze stepped down from the Board because he was an abutter to the project.

 

MOTION:

 

George Holt made a motion that the Dunbarton Planning Board not accept the application from NH Traditiional Homes (Michael Poirier) and refer it to the Dunbarton Zoning Board for an interpretation.

Alison Vallieres seconded the motion.  The motion passed unanimously.

 

Alison Vallieres and George Holt reviewed this application.

 

At this point in the meeting, Alison Vallieres stated she had expressed concern at the previous meeting regarding the interpretation of the Multi-Family Dwelling definition as it related to this particular application.  She had contacted Town Counsel and Town Counsel indicated he felt the application “did not meet the spirit of the Ordinance, and that the application should be sent to the Dunbarton Zoning Board for an interpretation as to whether the application met  the definition of Multi-Family housing”. 

 

George Holt agreed with the above. 

 

Based on the above, the Dunbarton Planning Board agreed to request the Dunbarton Zoning Board of Adjustment for a ruling on the application.  Mr. Poirier will appear before the Zoning Board at their April meeting.

 

OTHER BUSINESS:

 

Kenneth Swayze and Michael Poirier stepped back on the Board.

 

Boundary Plan – James Walker

 

Kenneth Swayze presented a Boundary Plan submitted by  James Walker (I3-3-10) to be filed with the Town.  (The Secretary will deliver to the Town Offices.)

 

Steven Cohen – Problem with Lussier Subdivision drainage:

 

Kenneth Swayze stated a communication had been received from Steven Cohen regarding the Lussier Subdivison on Long Pond Road.  The Building Inspector will be investigating the problem, as to conditions not being met.

 

Pages Corner Convenience Store – Site Plan Review:

 

At this point in the meeting, James Marcou stepped down from the Board because of a conflict of interest.

 

Kenneth Swayze assumed the Chair position. 

 

George Holt discussed his concerns re:  construction status of the Pages Corner Store. 

 

MOTION:

 

George Holt made a motion that whereas the site plan has exceeded the period of exemption, I move to request that the holder of the Special Exception resubmit their plan for Site Plan Review. 

 

There was no second to the motion, therefore the motion died on the floor.

 

At this point in the meeting James Marcou stepped back on the Board.

 

Master Plan:

 

Margaret Watkins asked about the status of the Master Plan.  It was explained that the Town has appropriated the $40,000 and will be seeking firms to submit bids, etc. 

 

Ron Slocum asked the Board to explain the difference between a PRD and a regular subdivision.  The Board explained the difference to Ron. 

 

Stillwater Survey Plan:

 

It was reported that the Planning Board/Board of Selectmen will not sign the Stillwater Plan until all “document” matters are completed. 

 

There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 10:30 p.m.

 

                                                                                                                Respectfully submitted,

 

                                                                                                                Alison R. Vallieres, Secretary