DRAFT DRAFT
TOWN OF BRADFORD
PLANNING BOARD
REGULAR SESSION
MARCH 11, 2008
7:00PM
Call to Order and Roll Call:
Phil LaMoreaux, Chair called the March 11, 2008 Planning Board meeting to order at 7:00pm with Barbara Vannata, Jim Bibbo, Bill Glennie, Jeff Aarons, Alternate and Carol Meise, Alternate present, as well as Ian Thomas, CNHRPC. Marcia Keller was absent.
Phil LaMoreaux, Chair seated Jeff Aarons for Edythe Craig, and Carol Meise for Marcia Keller.
Consideration and Approval of February 12, 2008:
Motion was made by Jim Bibbo to approve the minutes of February 12. Seconded by Jeff Aarons. Motion carried 5-0. Bill Glennie had not yet arrived.
Mapleview Development, Ledgewood Pines, Map 3, Lot 94.
Phil LaMoreaux, Chair advised Mark Brunnel who was present that Ledgewood Pines subdivision was originally approved conditionally on January 10, 2006, which was two years, two months ago. The planning board talked in February about revoking the subdivision and decided to initiate the process with the idea that they would like to see some progress. At this time, Mark Brunnel brought the planning board up to date on some of the conditions of approval questioned by Phil LaMoreaux, Chair.
1. The boundary line adjustment with Ken Anderson. Mark Brunnel advised that would not be completed until they have DES approval, and it will be recorded with the whole plat. Phil LaMoreaux, Chair advised that one Mylar needs to show the boundary line adjustment, however if they want to wait until the final plan, then it can be done that way.
The deed description for the new lots, both lots match the plan that is being submitted, then it can be recorded together.
2. Voluntary merger for both lots, 94 & 96, which basically is where the subdivision and open spaces are, are needed. Mark Brunnel presented the planning board with copies of correspondence to/from DES which has been done nine times. Mark Brunnel advised the planning board approved 24 lots, now they are at 22 lots, based on soils groups, consequently some of the lots are larger.
3. Mark Brunnel advised the well and water was all approved by DES water division. The gallons for 24 lots were quoted at 10,080.
4. DES septic division brought up that the water supply was based on two bedroom homes, but the septic division advised no, you cannot do that, your water has to meet four bedroom homes as that was what was approved, four bedroom septic designs, making the water requirement at 13,200 gallons. The current well meets the original 10,080 gallons. Current plan is, with DES acceptance, to phase it, and they will approve 16 building lots based on the current well that is there. The other six units to make up the total of 22 units will require another well.
Roadway flagging is done. A Site walk will be happening soon.
Mark Brunnel advised he needs to give the planning board new proposed covenants for the language of the merger is also in the covenant. Site Specific (alteration of terrain) with 2 year extension is done. Phil LaMoreaux, Chair questioned if the layout of the lots have changed significantly, to which Mark Brunnel replied no. Phil LaMoreaux advised the board will need a copy when finalized and approved. An extension was requested to June 15, 2008 by Mark Brunnel.
Phil LaMoreaux, Chair advised if the board approves this requested extension than they will hold the revocation at this time.
Motion was made by Jim Bibbo to approve the extension of Ledgewood Pines subdivision, to meet all the conditions of approval until June 15, 2008. Seconded by Barbara Vannata. Motion carried 6-0.
Robin Sanborn, Site Plan Application Hearing, 149 East Main St. Map 17, Lot 49.
No one was present representing Robin Sanborn. Waiver requests have been received.
Motion was made by Jim Bibbo to forward a letter to Robin Sanborn advising the hearing will be continued for the April 8th meeting for the Site Plan hearing, and if no representative at that meeting the planning board may notify the building inspector and Selectman, cancel the application and a cease and desist order could be presented on the operation. Carol Meise seconded. Motion carried 6-0. Phil LaMoreaux, Chair will write a letter.
Preliminary Consultation: Barry Wheeler, Map 2, Lot 104:
Barry Wheeler came before the board regarding his gravel pit and the new regulations. He has had a pit for thirteen years and currently runs through this month. Conversation ensued whether or not a permit is required. RSA 155-E:2-a states No permit shall be required for the following types of excavations. I (b) Excavation that is incidental to agricultural or silvicultural activities, normal landscaping, or minor topographical adjustment. Phil LaMoreaux, Chair questioned how Barry Wheeler would like to pursue this, and he replied he would like to just fill out a one sheet form like he used to do. Discussion followed as to whether this is incidental to agriculture. Barry advised he is making this into pastureland. Barry Wheeler advised there is no more gravel for new big pits in Bradford. Plans that Barry brought in were looked at by the Planning Board. Phil LaMoreaux, Chair suggested Barry Wheeler could re-submit the plans he has, and could request a waiver on whatever he feels he needs to. He was also advised he could request an application and approval at the same meeting, and the hearing should be in May. Barry Wheeler advised he has a revolving Bond for restoration when questioned by Phil LaMoreaux. A new application needs to be applied for with abutters notified.
Gravel Pit Owner Update:
Phil LaMoreaux, Chair advised the Gravel Pit Update will be tabled and would be taken up at the work session on April 22, 2008.
Conservation commission –OEP Grant Natural Resources Inventory:
Bruce McCandlish spoke on the Natural Resource Inventory and a good GIS System which the boards could have as resources. Interest is in applying for a grant which is in four stages and Bradford is at stage I. The Conservation Commission would like the Planning Board’s support. Copy of the Housing and Conservation Planning Program Grant Proposal is attached. Ian Thomas, CNHRPC advised they have a template for requesting grants having done them for several other towns, and he could help by reviewing it if requested. He also advised this involves limited resources, and there are two rounds with the first round due April 11, 2008.
Motion was made by Bill Glennie for a letter to be written in support of the Grant Application for the Conservation Commission to go with the application. Jim Bibbo seconded. Motion carried 6-0.
Other Grants that were discussed by Ian Thomas, CNHRPC included the Safe Route to School, which is another State Program. Andrew Pinard, Selectman advised there is a file on sidewalks, and the BIA is reviewing same. Hopefully there will be a walk in May.
It was stated that if a student lives within a mile of the school, the school bus will not pick them up. It is a mile from Route 114 to the school via Old Warner Road. Also now that the school busses are traveling Old Warner Road to and from the school, more safety issues are involved.
Motion was made by Jim Bibbo for the Planning Board write a letter to the Selectmen requesting they apply for the grant, (Safe Route to School) with the Grant deadline being May 12, 2008. Seconded and passed. Phil LaMoreaux, Chair will write a letter.
To Do Folder:
Phil LaMoreaux, Chair advised he had gone over the “To Do” folder with some billing issues which are in the works, and a Zoning Board notice that they granted Special Exception to extend a dock from four to six feet does not meet Bradford Zoning Ordinance of 75’ setback, on 196 East Shore Drive.
Conferences were discussed, and will be signing up for them at the work meeting, as application deadlines were early April, far enough away to cover them at that time.
George Carafa needs a letter with NOD forwarded to him.
Election of officers will be held at the next meeting.
Adjourned 8:55pm
Respectfully submitted
Marjorie R. Cilley, Secretary