Town of Kensington
Planning Board Minutes
February 3, 2005
Approved March 3, 2005
In attendance: Chairman Steve Wilson, Peter Merrill, Joan Whitney, Michael Schwotzer, alternate and Jill Robinson Rockingham Planning Commission Circuit Rider.
The meeting was called to order at 7:10 pm.
Approval of January 13, 2005 minutes – M. Schwotzer moved to approve the January 13, 2005 minutes as submitted, seconded by Peter Merrill with all in favor.
PUBLIC HEARING CONTINUED
CP Building Supply, Inc. – Commercial Site Plan Review for the Eastman property at 268 Amesbury Road, Map 3, Lot 15 – Henry Boyd, of Parker Survey, Barry Cynewski and Mike addressed comments made by Christian Smith of Beals Associates regarding their submitted plans. Mr. Boyd had written responses to each of the 48 comments, with most issues having been remedied. Those that remained outstanding include the following: 3) NHDES Site Specific permit approval, NHDES Construction Approval for septic and EPA Notice of Intent of filing; 8) Benchmark and topography based on USGS datum; 11) Show WB-65 semi-trailer can turn around easterly building (Mr. Boyd explained it has been designed for WB-50 but he will show the turn both ways); 12) Six-inch curb protection; 15) Utility pole numbers (Peter Merrill requested the device for cleaning/washing tires before entering the highway be shown); 18) Provisions for potable water connections and fire suppression (The applicants are working with the Fire Department toward a satisfactory plan); 19) Northerly stone swale leading into detention basin II be relocated further from the pond outlet (Henry Boyd said the location has been revised and he will ask Christian Smith to review); 21) Sharp crested weir has been removed from the design; 22) Pipe size, slope and material to be added to the plan for the outlet pipe of basin 1 (the pipe has been lengthened and they would like to use HDPE piping); 24) Will request a waiver to concrete pipes; 26) No roof drains; 28) Joan Whitney requested they also show gas and diesel storage; 29) Snow storage added, will push beyond drainage swales which must be maintained and kept clear; 30) Stumps to be removed from the site; 31) Check dams added as well as silt fencing; and 33) Revised as it was improperly labeled. Lighting was discussed with the Board stressing that it must be non-glaring. Mr. Cynewski will review available options.
Abutters addressed issues of screening and M. Schwotzer reiterated that it would be important to limit the visibility. Mr. Cynewski said he will not cut any more trees than necessary. Jill Robinson commented that the southeast corner would need screening. The size and design of a sign has not yet been determined.
Henry Boyd submitted a written request for the following waivers: Article 5.B.8, USGS Datum, whereas we feel this is unnecessary and an added expense to our client; Article 7.D.4, whereas our client desires the walk to be at grade and proposes the use of concrete bumpers; and Kensington Land Use Regulations requiring concrete drainage pipes as the applicant wishes to use HDPE pipe instead. Peter Merrill moved to grant the waivers as presented with suggestions as made, seconded by M. Schwotzer with all in favor. Steve Wilson moved to continue the Public Hearing to the next meeting, seconded by M. Schwotzer with all in favor.
NEW BUSINESS:
Robert O’Keefe – Palmer Green As-Built plans and Certificate of Monumentation – Bob O’Keefe presented the required plans for Palmer Green, Phases II and III. Following review, M. Schwotzer moved to accept the as-built plans and certificate of Monumentation for Palmer Green roads, Hidden Pasture and Palmer Drive as presented on February 3, 2005, seconded by Peter Merrill with all in favor. M. Schwotzer moved to add an addendum to reference paragraph one regarding the plan of Christian Smith’s “As-Built Review Report” dated January 31, 2005, seconded by Peter Merrill with all in favor. M. Schwotzer moved to authorize the chairman to sign the mylar as evidence of the Board’s approval, seconded by Peter Merrill with all in favor.
OTHER BUSINESS:
Recommended regulatory changes – Jill Robinson discussed the proposed Tree Regulations which would essentially ensure that future developments would not simply be clear cut and would require the applicant to hire an arborist. As reviewed at the December 2, 2004 meeting, the Conservation Commission would do the background work for the Planning Board and a tree plan would be required indicating which trees would be removed and which would remain. An inventory could be provided showing road grading plans and tree preservation for pre and post construction. The goal would be to maintain as many trees as possible in an effort to reduce the impact of impervious surfaces. This would help to retain water in the water table and reduce run off situations. Jill Robinson will check with UNH and Exeter regarding their regulations. M. Schwotzer moved to hold a Public Hearing for Subdivision Tree Regulations for the March 3, 2005 meeting, seconded by Joan Whitney with all in favor.
Joan Whitney asked that the Board consider a regulation requiring underground utilities. The members agreed to hold a public hearing for this as well.
Review letter regarding the Seabrook Natural Hazards Mitigation Plan – Jill Robinson will check on the procedure involved with this.
M. Schwotzer moved to adjourn at 9:32 pm, seconded by Peter Merrill with all in favor.
Denise Gregson
Administrative Assistant