PLANNING BOARD MINUTES

July 11, 2007

 

APPROVED AS AMENDED & CLARIFIED:

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AGENDA:                   COMPLIANCE HEARING:  PEGASUS REALTY TRUST/LARRY

                                                SPELLMAN/KEN GRADY, West Shore Road, #108-036

                                    CONT. SITE PLAN:  SONDRA J. KEENE, 94 Mandi Lane, #205-011

                                    PCC:  JEREMY MITCHELL, 8 Central Square, #114-173

                                    SURVEY REVISIONS

                                                                                   

ATTENDING:             Dan Paradis (Chairman), Elizabeth Seeler (Vice-Chrm.), Janice DellaCroce, Denice DeStefano, Don Milbrand.  

                                    Alternates:  Thomas Babcock, Murray Campbell

                                               

ABSENT:                    Steve Favorite (Sel. Rep.), Clay Dingman (medical), Robert Duquette (Alternate), Don Martin (Alternate - excused), Jerry McGwin (Alternate)

 

OTHER:                       ----

 

The meeting opened at 7:00 pm.  Mr. Campbell sat in for Mr. Dingman

 

COMPLIANCE HEARING:  PEGASUS REALTY TRUST/LARRY SPELLMAN/KEN GRADY, CATHERINE BRODERICK representing

Mr. Paradis went over the list of conditions and the Board checked for compliance.  Mr. Paradis questioned the drainage statement for the abutters.  Ms. Broderick explained that any further action, (such as brush cutting, etc.) would be covered by rights-at-law.  Ms. DellaCroce asked where the burden of proof would lie.  Ms. Broderick stated that she cannot advise on this; it depends on the case.

Ms. DeStefano stated that she made the motion and the note on the plan covers what she intended.  The Board discovered that one reference to “Driveway” was still on the plan.  This was corrected.  Mr. Paradis read the driveway permit from the State.

            D. DeStefano made a MOTION, second by E. Seeler, to GIVE FINAL APPROVAL TO THE SUBDIVISION OF PEGASUS REALTY TRUST/LARRY SPELLMAN/KEN GRADY AS REVISED.  The motion CARRIED and the Board signed the approval sheet and plans.

 

PCC:  JEREMY MITCHELL & PAUL MORRISSETTE

            Mr. Morrissette stated that he purchased 8 Central Square and is to rent the street-level bakery section floor to two people:  the previous bakery lady who will do breakfast and a gentleman who will do Italian lunch and dinner.  There is to be 2 residential units upstairs which he intends on turning into Condos.  There will also be a little shop (about 200 sq. ft.) for a beauty shop or something.  Mr. Nebesnik has sent them in to ask about Change of Use and about Parking.  They have already gone through the building permit and life safety and would like to know what they need for occupancy.

Mr. Paradis explained that there are no occupancy permits in Bristol.  The restaurant/bakery would be based on seating.  Mr. Morrissette stated that there was a music store upstairs not too long ago.  Mr.

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PCC:  MITCHELL/MORRISSETTE continued:

Mitchell stated that Mr. Nebesnik sent them in to request having the new unit open.  Ms. Laferriere added that Mr. Nebesnik stated that they are looking as to whether they need a Minor or Regular Site Plan.  Mr. Paradis read the requirements for Site Plan.  The only issue might be parking.  Mr. Morrissette stated that the previous bakery had 5 or 6 tables of 4 or 5 seats each.  Mr. Mitchell stated that they had 46.  Mr. Morrissette felt that the new plan would be for 14 seats less.  Mr. Paradis asked if they will still have the bakery and Mr. Morrissette stated that they are not sure.  He continued to say that he has researched the lot behind the building and no boundaries have been found.  Ms. DellaCroce asked if there isn’t a residential change.  Ms. Seeler stated that what they are proposing may bring down the parking requirement from what it was.  Mr. Babcock advised that, from this point on, we can document what parking they have now.  A further discussion on parking and the Downtown was held.

            Mr. Morrissette stated that he refurbishes old buildings; that he owns the auction house in Franklin and loves old buildings.  Ms. Seeler stated that we do not know what the parking was before and they are saying that theirs will be less.  Mr. Morrissette mentioned that they looked at the mica building but feels it is too expensive and would be best to tear down and make a parking lot.  He went on to say that Joe’s is up for sale and he would love to get it. 

Mr. Paradis stated that the Board feels that they do not need Site Plan or a Variance.  He feels that Mr. Nebesnik is new and is being overly-conscientious.  Ms. Seeler felt that they just need a plan to document parking. 

Mr. Morrissette explained that they are putting in a 2-bedroom and a 3-bedroom condo upstairs.  They have put on a new rubber roof and are exposing the beams upstairs.  In order to retain the tin ceiling on the main floor, they have put in a new floor above the old one in the apartments.  Mr. Paradis stated that they will need subdivision for the condo conversion.  This requires a subdivision application and condo documents.  An application was given to them. 

The possible sidewalk seating was discussed.  It was explained that they would need the Selectmen’s okay for that and Mr. Morrissette said he will leave that up to the tenant.  Mr. Mitchell asked who to contact for the Downtown Committee and Mr. Babcock told him that Steve Favorite is the Chairman and a Selectman.  Mr. Morrissette suggested that the Board think about brick sidewalks.  Ms. Seeler objects to that as she feels that it is hard for high heels.  She added that this used a “Corduroy Road” originally and consisted of logs.  Mr. Paradis stated that we need to coordinate with the State as they own the streets. 

Mr. Morrissette asked if anything can be done about the Newfound Sales sign.  The Board stated that the sign went up before the District was established.  Mr. Morrissette asked about a TIF District.  He explained that this is an area where the additional taxes collected (due to improvements to the buildings) funnel back into the district.  The town sets this up.  He added that Franklin has this. 

At this time, Mr. Paradis showed the gentlemen depictions of the downtown that are in our Master Plan.  They both commented favorably on this and also stated that the HDC (Historic District Commission) is doing a very good job and are very thorough.

 

 

 

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PCC:  MITCHELL & MORRISSETTE continued:

Mr. Paradis stated that we have no baseline on parking so no site plan is needed unless they go for sidewalk seating.  They will only need Subdivision for the condo conversion.  Mr. Morrissette stated that he plans on pricing the 2-bedroom at $169,000 and the 3-bedroom at $189,000.  Mr. Babcock asked how they would go to the back for their parking.  Mr. Morrissette answered that they will have to go around as the door to the rear goes to the commercial portion of the building.

 

CONTINUED SITE PLAN:  SONDRA J. KEENE

            As the Zoning Board has continued the Special Exception compliance hearing to August 7th, the Board will continue the Site Plan.  Ms. Laferriere explained that the ZBA has sent out certified letters requesting Ms. Keene and Ms. Barney (abutter in question) to attend their meeting in August so that they can finish this case.

            D. DeStefano made a MOTION, second by J. DellaCroce, to CONTINUE THE SITE PLAN OF SONDRA J. KEENE TO AUGUST 8, 2007.  The motion CARRIED.

 

MINUTES OF JUNE 27, 2007:

            The following changes were made:  Page 1, “Steve Favorite” is to be added to the absent list.

After “meeting opened at 7:00 p.m.” add “Janice DellaCroce acted as secretary and the 3 alternates filled in for the absent members of the Board.”  Page 2, under the second “Question 2”, after “other” add “on the computer version”.  Page 3, under Question 12, delete “Omit” and replace with “Replaced with Mr. Paradis’ suggestion (Addendum 3).”  The secretary questioned including the attachments but it was felt that these need to be included as they are referred to in the minutes.

            D. Milbrand made a MOTION, second by M. Campbell, to APPROVE THE MINUTES AS AMENDED.  The motion CARRIED.

 

COMMUNICATIONS: 

            The LGC Spring 2007 Publications Catalog will be held onto.  It was felt that we should order the 3rd edition to N.H. Land Use Law and that it can come under the Legal budget line.  The announcement of a new member to Comprehensive Environmental Inc. was read.  Copies of the application for the 20th Annual Municipal Volunteer Awards nominees were requested by the Board.  Mr. Paradis felt that Steve Favorite should be nominated, Mr. Babcock would like to see Mr. Paradis name, Ms. DellaCroce suggested Ms. Seeler and Mr. Paradis mentioned Mr. Dingman.  The hard copy of Attorney Waugh’s response on the Lakeside Cottages coop conversion plan will be filed as will a copy of the State driveway permit for Larry Spellman.  The July 12 hearing notice in Sunapee on a wireless service tower was read.  Ms. Mahoney’s question on “The Mill” and if it needs Site Plan was discussed.  The Board felt that no Site Plan was ever done as it was commercial to commercial and an allowed use and because there is no change in floor area or seating.  A copy of a letter in regard to elderly housing interest for the former Crail property was read.  The secretary will hold awhile the July 2007 Land Lines magazine.

Mr. Paradis had also received a notice of “Ecology Tours” by the Newfound Lake Region Association.

 

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UNFINISHED BUSINESS:

DOWNTOWN COMMITTEE AND SELECTMEN’S REPORTS:  Mr. Favorite not in attendance.

 

HISTORIC DISTRICT REPORT:  Mr. Dingman not in attendance.

 

CIP REPORT:  Mr. Paradis explained that there is to be a meeting on Tuesday, July 17th.  He has tried to reach Mr. VanDurven (former head of the previous CIP committee) without success.  Mr. Paradis has talked with Ms. Corrow (Town Manager) and asked for the materials.  The meeting will be held here at 7:00 p.m.  Murray Campbell will be the Chairman and other members will be Janice DellaCroce, Tom Babcock, Don Milbrand, and Dan Paradis.  The State OEP chapter on Capital Improvements Program were given to the members to read.  Mr. Paradis also mentioned that Ms. Corrow intends on meeting with the Department Heads later this month to discuss a 10-year plan.

 

SURVEY:

The following changes were made:

#6.       Remove “Downtown streetscape improvements (sidewalks, streetlights, trees etc.)” and place it

            under #7.

#8.       Add “Courts” after “Basketball”, eliminate “Boat Access to Pemigewasset River” and add two subtitles under “Boat Access to Newfound Lake”:  Power boats, Non-Power boats

#11.     Delete “Architectural control of commercial buildings” and also the second “Other (please specify)”.

#13.     Under Resident Status, replace “claim” with “check”.

#17.     Replace “to preserve” with “not to change”.

 

JULY 25, 2007 MEETING:  As neither Mr. Paradis nor Ms. Seeler will be able to make this meeting, it was determined to take a summer recess and cancel it.  The next meeting will be August 8, 2007.

 

With no other business, E. Seeler made a motion, second by D. Milbrand, to adjourn at 9:07 p.m.

 

                                                            Respectfully submitted,

                                                            Jan Laferriere, secretary