Town of Kensington
Planning Board Minutes
April 21, 2009
Approved May 19, 2009
In Attendance: Chair Joan Whitney, Vice Chair M. Schwotzer, Bob Solomon, David Buxton, alt. and Dylan Smith, RPC Circuit Rider. Peter Merrill joined the Board at 8:10 pm.
Approval of March 17, 2009 minutes –tabled
Driveway permits – Road Manager – David Buxton said he didn’t have any to present, but was still waiting to here from Dick Welsh.
NEW BUSINESS: None
OLD BUSINESS:
Discussion of Zoning Ordinance and Land Use Regulations – Joan Whitney suggested they consider rezoning in consultation with the Conservation Commission. The Board discussed the possibility of a low impact business zone for Doctor’s and other professional offices. Dylan Smith suggested they review the Master Plan with a conservation overlay district. Also discussed was allowing for mixed use. It was agreed to look at current maps showing aquifers, conservation areas, trails, etc. All agreed that the Conservation Commission should be involved. They asked if the CC has an inventory. Denise will check. Dylan suggested they look at what the opportunities are as well as the risks. He also suggested they revamp the current open space ordinance to better define it. He will send a copy of Hampton Falls’ new ordinance to M. Schwotzer to review for discussion at the next meeting.
Discussion of Commercial Recreation Use - tabled
OTHER BUSINESS:
Amend Chapter III, Article 3.5, to offer an ILC (Irrevocable Letter of Credit) rather than a bond – Board members agreed to send the draft to Town Counsel for review. Dylan also pointed out that the Site Plan Review ordinance needs to reference it.
Any other business properly brought before the board.
Joan Webber had submitted a request on behalf of the Historical Society for support to pursue grants to restore the North Brick Schoolhouse as the Kensington Historical Society is unable to afford the cost of needed repairs and restoration efforts. Board member signed the request.
M. Schwotzer moved to adjourn at 9:00 pm seconded by Joan Whitney with all in favor.
Respectfully submitted,
Denise Gregson
Administrative Assistant