Town of Kensington
Planning Board Minutes
June 16, 2009
Approved July 21, 2009
In Attendance: Chair Mike Schwotzer, Vice Chair Theresa Wojcukiewicz, Joan Whitney, David Buxton, alt., Richard Powers, Selectmen’s Representative and Dylan Smith, RPC Circuit Rider. Bob Solomon joined the Board at 7:44 pm. Meeting called to order at 7:33 pm.
NEW BUSINESS:
Zuzel, Todd & Lori – Review of Site Plan approval – The Zuzels met with the Board to discuss code issues brought forward by the Fire Chief and Building Inspector. They explained that they once had five or six storage containers which were removed, but one remained behind the barn. They acknowledged that about a month ago they had approximately nine unregistered vehicles, but there is only one that will be remaining as the rest have been removed. Todd stated they are still at ten employees.
Richard Powers asked about the Building Inspector’s concerns regarding weight load. Mr. Zuzel explained that the squash blocks hadn’t been put in originally, but have now been installed; they have replaced broken beams and lightened the weight. They have also lighted the exit signs and cleaned the stairs. There is a hole in the sheet rock above the furnace which still needs to be done though.
Chief LeBlanc explained that if people are going downstairs, there needs to be two exits/egresses available and boxes cannot be stacked floor to floor. The Zuzels said they have replaced all the smoke detectors in the garage. All discussed the possibility of them obtaining a detection/alarm system. Joan Whitney explained that it’s a service that is provided that isn’t particularly expensive.
Todd Zuzel said that local people do come in, 5 to 10 per day with 20 or more on Thursdays, but they really sell through E-Bay. Richard Powers suggested they check with their insurance company regarding what they need for a retail store. M. Schwotzer explained that if it becomes a retail store, they’d need to return to the Board. Chief LeBlanc and Bill Grant will follow up to ensure final compliance.
OLD BUSINESS:
Conditions – Time limits – M. Schwotzer said that in the open space form for Hampton Falls, 5.6.3, the expiration is one year. If not done within 12 months, approval lapses and the applicant starts over. Dylan Smith thought this could be done for Kensington’s ordinance. Copies of Hampton Falls’ worksheets for Subdivision Applications, Site Plan Review Applications, and Lot Line Adjustment Applications were distributed to members. Street signs and what triggers them to be installed was discussed. It was suggested to add them to the sequence of construction. Requiring a certified plot plan was also discussed and the possibility of adding it to Chapter V as a requirement to receive a building permit. Dylan Smith suggested looking at this for the next meeting and considering a conditional approval meeting.
OLD BUSINESS:
Open Space Ordinance – M. Schwotzer talked about adding bonuses and conservation area. He will bring more information and materials to the next meeting.
Master Plan – Review and update chapters – Dylan Smith suggested all review the vision chapter for the next meeting.
Amend Chapter III, Article 3.5, to offer an ILC (Irrevocable Letter of Credit) rather than a bond. It was agreed to go with Town Counsel’s original suggestions and a public hearing will be scheduled for the next Planning Board meeting of July 21, 2009 to amend Chapter III, Article 3.5 security.
OTHER BUSINESS:
Next Meeting will be July 21, 2009.
Any other business properly brought before the board.
It was agreed to budget for Rockingham Planning Commission grant funds for next year to begin working on a revision of the Master Plan as it will have been almost 10 years.
David Buxton moved to adjourn at 8:55 pm seconded by Richard Powers with all in favor.
Respectfully submitted,
Denise Gregson
Administrative Assistant