MEMBERS PRESENT: Charlie Elliott, Randy Viens, Clark Curtis, Joan Poutre and Paul Chandler.
MEMBERS ABSENT: None.
OTHERS PRESENT: Gurmels Sidhu, Michael Marcotte, and Bob Kelley.
7:30 p.m.: Chairman Charles Elliott called the meeting to order. Joan Poutre made a motion to approve the minutes to the last meeting (Dec 7) as written. Seconded by Clark Curtis. APPROVED BY UNANIMOUS DECISION.
Chairman Charles Elliott read application 05-001 by Shiva Retail Services to add an efficiency apartment in the office on the second floor. This property is located at 398 Western Ave and is in commercial zone B zoning district. Mr. Sidhu was present to explain the request. A small shower and small kitchen will be added to the office. The Commission reviewed the site plan in accordance with Section 606.02.
1.) The adequacy of traffic access: Traffic access is adequate.
2.) Circulation and parking: Circulation and parking are adequate.
3.) Landscaping and screening: Landscaping and screening are adequate.
4.) Protecting the utilization of renewable energy resources: N/A.
5.) Compliance with all pertinent parts of this bylaw: This project complies with all pertinent parts of the Newport City Zoning Bylaw.
Joan Poutre made a motion to grant site plan approval to application 05-001 by Shiva Retail Services as submitted. Seconded by Randy Viens. APPROVED BY UNANIMOUS DECISION.
Clark Curtis stated he had a conflict in interest on the next 2 applications because he is an abutter and he would not be participating as a board member. He stated he does have some issues with the applications.
Randy Viens made a motion to table application 05-002 by Michael & Chieko Coutu to add fill to a portion of their land to raise the level of their driveway because the applicant was not present to explain the request. Seconded by Joan Poutre. APPROVED BY UNANIMOUS DECISION with Clark Curtis abstaining.
Chairman Charles Elliott read application 05-003 by St. Mary’s Church to temporarily store fill on their property for an abutter to use to raise the level of his driveway. Also there will be minor filling of the church property in conjunction with the abutter’s driveway project. This property is located at 191 Clermont Terrace and is in an urban residential zoning district. Mr. Marcotte was present to explain the request. Mr. Curtis said that his only concern is that when the wind blows, sand from the dirt piles blows onto his property. He feels that the temporary piles of fill should be covered with a tarp or plastic to prevent this. The Commission reviewed the site plan in accordance with Section 606.02.
1.) The adequacy of traffic access: Traffic access is adequate.
2.) Circulation and parking: Circulation and parking are adequate.
3.) Landscaping and screening: Landscaping and screening are adequate.
4.) Protecting the utilization of renewable energy resources: N/A.
5.) Compliance with all pertinent parts of this bylaw: This project complies with all pertinent parts of the Newport City Zoning Bylaw.
Joan Poutre made a motion to grant site plan approval to application 05-003 by St. Mary’s Church with the condition that the piles of fill be covered to prevent material from blowing onto the neighboring properties. Seconded by Paul Chandler. APPROVED BY UNANIMOUS DECISION with Clark Curtis abstaining.
Other Business: Bob Kelley handed out copies to the state statutes affecting zoning. Many amendment need to be made to the bylaw to comply with the changes. This will be further discussed at the next meeting after the commission has a chance to review the changes to the state statutes.
8:15 p.m.: Upon a motion by Joan Poutre, seconded by Paul Chandler, the meeting was adjourned. APPROVED BY A UNANIMOUS DECISION.
The minutes were taken by Bob Kelley and filed for the record on 1/5/05.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Charlie Elliott, Clark Curtis, and Joan Poutre.
MEMBERS ABSENT: Randy Viens and Paul Chandler.
OTHERS PRESENT: Chieko Coutu and Bob Kelley.
7:45 p.m.: Chairman Charles Elliott called the meeting to order. Joan Poutre made a motion to approve the minutes to the last meeting (Jan 4) as written. Seconded by Clark Curtis. APPROVED BY UNANIMOUS DECISION.
Chairman Charles Elliott read application 05-002 by Michael & Chieko Coutu to add fill to a portion of their land to raise the level of their driveway. This property is located at 170 Clermont Terrace and is in an urban residential zoning district. Mrs. Coutu was present to explain the request. Clark Curtis has a conflict in interest because he the Coutu’s neighbor and therefore will not be voting on this application leaving the commission without a quorum to act on the application.
Joan Poutre made a motion to table application 05-002 by Michael & Chieko Coutu until next meeting when more members are present. Seconded by Clark Curtis. APPROVED BY UNANIMOUS DECISION.
Joan Poutre made a motion to table discussion of by law changes until next meeting when more members are present. Seconded by Clark Curtis. APPROVED BY UNANIMOUS DECISION.
In other business Bob Kelley informed the commission that Alan Franklin has expressed an interest in becoming a member of the commission.
8:05 p.m.: Upon a motion by Joan Poutre, seconded by Clark Curtis, the meeting was adjourned. APPROVED BY A UNANIMOUS DECISION.
The minutes were taken by Bob Kelley and filed for the record on 1/20/05.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Charlie Elliott, Randy Viens, Clark Curtis, and Joan Poutre.
MEMBERS ABSENT: Paul Chandler.
OTHERS PRESENT: Anne Squire, James Roy, Robin Smith, Laura Ure, Alan Franklin, Brad Shattuck, Daniel Maclure, Daniel Dagesse, Alan Bonneau, Stephen Abbott, John Cote, Tony Tanguay, Michael Coutu, John Stevens, Maurice Brasseur, and Bob Kelley.
7:30 p.m.: Chairman Charles Elliott called the meeting to order. Joan Poutre made a motion to approve the minutes to the last meeting (Jan 18) as written. Seconded by Clark Curtis. APPROVED BY UNANIMOUS DECISION.
Chairman Charles Elliott read application 05-002 by Michael & Chieko Coutu to add fill to a portion of their land to raise the level of their driveway. This property is located at 170 Clermont Terrace and is in an urban residential zoning district. Mr. Coutu was present to explain the request. Clark Curtis has a conflict in interest because he the Coutu’s neighbor and therefore will not be participating in as a commission member. The proposed fill is to change the drainage flow to go between Mr. Coutu’s house and the Church. The water currently puddles in the driveway then flows down his walkway into his basement. A small ditch was dug to keep the water from entering the basement that directs it onto the Rosamilia property. Mr. Curtis submitted a letter from Stephanie Rosamilia outlining her concerns with the project. Some of Mr. Curtis’ concerns were ownership of land, fill material, stockpiled material not covered, and no deeded R.O.W. from church. Mr. Coutu wants to change the water flow from one side of his house to the other to solve the problem of water entering his basement.
Joan Poutre made a motion to table application 05-002 by Michael & Chieko Coutu until the end of the meeting. Seconded by Randy Viens. APPROVED BY UNANIMOUS DECISION.
Chairman Charles Elliott read application 05-015 by Maurice & Linda Brasseur for a change of use to a portion of their home for a Bed & Breakfast. This property is located at 29 Campbell Rd and is in a general residential zoning district. Mr. Brasseur was present to explain the request. The bed & breakfast portion of the building would sleep a maximum 6, 2 beds and a sleeper sofa. It was noted that additional water allocation from the City would be needed. Parking was reviewed and deemed adequate. The Commission reviewed the site plan in accordance with Section 606.02.
1.) The adequacy of traffic access: Traffic access is adequate.
2.) Circulation and parking: Circulation and parking are adequate.
3.) Landscaping and screening: Landscaping and screening are adequate.
4.) Protecting the utilization of renewable energy resources: N/A.
5.) Compliance with all pertinent parts of this bylaw: This project complies with all pertinent parts of the Newport City Zoning Bylaw.
Joan Poutre made a motion to grant site plan approval to application 05-015 by Maurice & Linda Brasseur with the condition that additional water allocation be obtained from the Public Works Department. Seconded by Randy Viens. APPROVED BY UNANIMOUS DECISION.
Chairman Charles Elliott
read application 05-017 by Kingdomcome/Kingdomgo Corporations for subdivision of
land and construction of roads, utilities and grading of sites. This property
is located off Mount Vernon St and Glen Rd and is in a general residential,
urban residential and commercial zone B zoning districts. Mr. Stevens was
present to explain the request. The application is for conceptual approval and
rough site work. The infrastructure and roads have not been engineered yet,
when engineering is complete and lot lines firmed up they will return to the
commission for final site plan review. They want to be sure they keep the
commission informed of their progress on this project to keep the permitting
process as smooth as possible and find out what concerns the
City might have. The project encumbers about 223 acres of land, 175 acres in
Newport and 58 acres in Derby. Currently there are 120 single-family
residential lots, 63 Cityhouse/condominiums and hotel-motel destination resort
are planned for Newport.
Tests and Analyses indicate the site has large amounts of high-grade gravel and sand that exceeds the needs of this development. It is proposed that sufficient amounts of sand and gravel to complete the proposed development and reclamation of the old gravel removal sites be stockpiled and the excess be extracted and sold. The work will progress as the development progresses over the period of about 10 years. Some concerns of the City include the location of the water tower, roads and gravel removal. If the water tower is to become part of the City’s system it may have to be located in Newport. Current City roads standards require roads to be built to City Standards, which include being paved. Reclaiming the existing sand and gravel pits as well as any new extraction areas is a concern. It was felt that this project would be very good of the City of Newport. The Commission reviewed the site plan in accordance with Section 606.02.
1.) The adequacy of traffic access: Traffic access is adequate.
2.) Circulation and parking: Circulation and parking are adequate.
3.) Landscaping and screening: Landscaping and screening are adequate.
4.) Protecting the utilization of renewable energy resources: N/A.
5.) Compliance with all pertinent parts of this bylaw: This project complies with all pertinent parts of the Newport City Zoning Bylaw.
Joan Poutre made a motion to grant conceptual approval and permission for rough site work to application 05-017 by Kingdomcome/Kingdomgo Corporations with the condition that all site work and road locations be approved by the Director of Public Works. Seconded by Clark Curtis. APPROVED BY UNANIMOUS DECISION.
Joan Poutre made a motion to reopen the Coutu application. Seconded by Randy Viens. APPROVED BY UNANIMOUS DECISION.
Mr. Coutu restated that this is just to raise the level of his driveway to solve a drainage problem. The old driveway off of Prospect Street was removed in 1974. There was more discussion on ownership of the land between Mr. Coutu and Mr. Curtis. Chairman Charlie Elliott closed the hearing. Randy Viens made a motion to go into deliberative session on this application. Seconded by Joan Poutre. APPROVED BY UNANIMOUS DECISION.
The Commission reviewed the site plan in accordance with Section 606.02.
1.) The adequacy of traffic access: Traffic access is adequate.
2.) Circulation and parking: Circulation and parking are adequate.
3.) Landscaping and screening: Landscaping and screening are adequate.
4.) Protecting the utilization of renewable energy resources: N/A.
5.) Compliance with all pertinent parts of this bylaw: This project complies with all pertinent parts of the Newport City Zoning Bylaw.
Joan Poutre made a motion to approve application 05-002 by Michael & Chieko Coutu with the condition that the project must comply with the letter dated 1/18/05 from Director of Public Works, Thomas Bernier and that the Director of Public Works must approve the fill to be used for this project. Seconded by Randy Viens. APPROVED BY UNANIMOUS DECISION (with Clark Curtis abstaining).
Upon returning from deliberative session the commission announced the decision to those present.
9:20 p.m.: Upon a motion by Randy Viens, seconded by Joan Poutre, the meeting was adjourned. APPROVED BY A UNANIMOUS DECISION.
The minutes were taken by Bob Kelley and filed for the record on 2/3/05.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Charlie Elliott, Randy Viens, Clark Curtis, Joan Poutre and Paul Chandler.
MEMBERS ABSENT: None.
OTHERS PRESENT: Joyce Oeschger, Fred Oeschger, and Bob Kelley.
7:35 p.m.: Chairman Charles Elliott called the meeting to order. Joan Poutre made a motion to approve the minutes to the last meeting (Feb 1) as written. Seconded by Clark Curtis. APPROVED BY UNANIMOUS DECISION.
Chairman Charles Elliott read application 05-027 by Fred’s Plumbing & Heating for a 9 ft by 37 ft covered storage addition. This property is located at 278 Bluff Road and is in an industrial zoning district. Mr. Oeschger was present to explain the request. The Commission reviewed the site plan in accordance with Section 606.02.
1.) The adequacy of traffic access: Traffic access is adequate.
2.) Circulation and parking: Circulation and parking are adequate.
3.) Landscaping and screening: Landscaping and screening are adequate.
4.) Protecting the utilization of renewable energy resources: N/A.
5.) Compliance with all pertinent parts of this bylaw: This project complies with all pertinent parts of the Newport City Zoning Bylaw.
Randy Viens made a motion to grant site plan approval to application 05-027 by Fred’s Plumbing & Heating as submitted. Seconded by Joan Poutre. APPROVED BY UNANIMOUS DECISION.
Chairman Charles Elliott read application 05-035 by Wyllie/Saparoff/Maas Partnership to convert their building into a 3 unit commercial condominium. This property is located at 212 Prouty Drive and is in a public health/office zoning district. The applicant was not present to explain the request. Bob Kelley pointed out a State statute that says the commission can not deny the conversion of a building to a condo and that is why the applicant is not at the meeting. If the commission wishes they will attend the next meeting. The commission did not feel the applicant has to be present. The Commission reviewed the site plan in accordance with Section 606.02.
1.) The adequacy of traffic access: Traffic access is adequate.
2.) Circulation and parking: Circulation and parking are adequate.
3.) Landscaping and screening: Landscaping and screening are adequate.
4.) Protecting the utilization of renewable energy resources: N/A.
5.) Compliance with all pertinent parts of this bylaw: This project complies with all pertinent parts of the Newport City Zoning Bylaw.
Randy Viens made a motion to grant site plan approval to application 05-035 by Wyllie/Saparoff/Maas Partnership as submitted. Seconded by Clark Curtis. APPROVED BY UNANIMOUS DECISION.
Paul Chandler arrived after the Wyllie application.
Other business: The commission decided to met the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays in March due to City Meeting Day.
3 commission members will be attending the NVDA workshop next Tuesday.
Submittal requirements for sheds were discussed and it was felt some changes could be made to simplify the process.
8:30 p.m.: Upon a motion by Joan Poutre, seconded by Randy Viens, the meeting was adjourned. APPROVED BY A UNANIMOUS DECISION.
The minutes were taken by Bob Kelley and filed for the record on 2/17/05.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Charlie Elliott, Clark Curtis, Joan Poutre and Paul Chandler.
MEMBERS ABSENT: None.
OTHERS PRESENT: Edward Parrish, Karlene Parrish, Alan Franklin, and Bob Kelley.
7:35 p.m.: Vice Chairman Joan Poutre called the meeting to order. Paul Chandler made a motion to approve the minutes to the last meeting (Feb 15) as written. Seconded by Clark Curtis. APPROVED BY UNANIMOUS DECISION.
Vice Chairman Joan Poutre read application 05-052 by Edward & Karlene Parrish for a 12 ft by 12 ft addition for storage. This property is located at 30 Young Street and is in commercial zone-B zoning district. Mr. & Mrs. Parrish were present to explain the request. Chairman Charlie Elliott arrived as the application was being read. It was noted that the addition is for cold storage with access from the interior. The Commission reviewed the site plan in accordance with Section 606.02.
1.) The adequacy of traffic access: Traffic access is adequate.
2.) Circulation and parking: Circulation and parking are adequate.
3.) Landscaping and screening: Landscaping and screening are adequate.
4.) Protecting the utilization of renewable energy resources: N/A.
5.) Compliance with all pertinent parts of this bylaw: This project complies with all pertinent parts of the Newport City Zoning Bylaw.
Clark Curtis made a motion to grant site plan approval to application 05-052 by Edward & Karlene Parrish as submitted. Seconded by Paul Chandler. APPROVED BY UNANIMOUS DECISION.
The commission interviewed Alan Franklin as a possible member of the planning commission. The commission went into executive session to discuss the nominee. Upon returning from executive session Joan Poutre made a motion to recommend Alan Franklin to the City Council to fill the vacancy on the Planning Commission. Seconded by Paul Chandler. APPROVED BY UNANIMOUS DECISION, with Clark Curtis abstaining.
A letter from Brian McNeal concerning the Kingdomcome Corp development and possible effects on the McNeal Heights water supply and the reply from Kingdomcome Corp were reviewed. It was felt that Mr. McNeal’s concerns should be noted in the commission’s records. Joan Poutre made a motion to file the letters with the Kingdomcome Corp application. Seconded by Paul Chandler. APPROVED BY UNANIMOUS DECISION.
The commission reviewed a draft of proposed bylaw changes presented by Bob Kelley. The changes are to bring the bylaw into compliance with changes to State Statutes. The draft was reviewed up to the nonconformities section. Minor changes were made and they will continue review at their next meeting.
The commission discussed a possible change of a portion of the light industrial district on Lakemont Road to general residential. It was the consensus of the commission that they would not be in favor of the change.
Election of officers:
Clark Curtis made a motion to elect Charlie Elliott as Chairman. Seconded by Joan Poutre. APPROVED BY UNANIMOUS DECISION.
Clark Curtis made a motion to elect Joan Poutre as Vice Chairman. Seconded by Paul Chandler. APPROVED BY UNANIMOUS DECISION.
Joan Poutre made a motion to elect Clark Curtis as Clerk. Seconded by Paul Chandler. APPROVED BY UNANIMOUS DECISION.
Clark Curtis made a motion to appoint Bob Kelley to assume the duties of the Clerk. APPROVED BY UNANIMOUS DECISION.
10:10 p.m.: Upon a motion by Joan Poutre, seconded by Clark Curtis, the meeting was adjourned. APPROVED BY A UNANIMOUS DECISION.
The minutes were taken by Bob Kelley and filed for the record on 3/16/05.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Charlie Elliott, Alan Franklin, Clark Curtis, Joan Poutre and Paul Chandler.
MEMBERS ABSENT: None.
OTHERS PRESENT: Carlton Bowen Jr., Beverly Bowen, Norbert Blais, David Poirier, Doug Spates, and Bob Kelley.
7:30 p.m.: Chairman Charles Elliott called the meeting to order. Joan Poutre made a motion to approve the minutes to the last meeting (Mar 15) as written. Seconded by Clark Curtis. APPROVED BY UNANIMOUS DECISION.
Chairman Charles Elliott read application 05-058 by Carlton Bowen Jr. et al for a 20 ft by 12 ft porch and a 14 ft by 15 ft porch for exterior seating at L B Snack bar. This property is located at 1474 East Main Street and is in commercial zone B zoning district. Mr. & Ms. Bowen were present to explain the request. This is to rebuild the existing decks and add roofs over them. The Commission reviewed the site plan in accordance with Section 606.02.
1.) The adequacy of traffic access: Traffic access is adequate.
2.) Circulation and parking: Circulation and parking are adequate.
3.) Landscaping and screening: Landscaping and screening are adequate.
4.) Protecting the utilization of renewable energy resources: N/A.
5.) Compliance with all pertinent parts of this bylaw: This project complies with all pertinent parts of the Newport City Zoning Bylaw.
Joan Poutre made a motion to grant site plan approval to application 05-058 by Carlton Bowen Jr. et al as submitted. Seconded by Clark Curtis. APPROVED BY UNANIMOUS DECISION.
Chairman Charles Elliott read application 05-057 by Pine Bluff Estates Partnership for a planned unit development for 25 single family lots and 3 residual lots, which will remain vacant. This property is located at Cherry Lane and is in general residential zoning district. Mr. Spates and Mr. Blais were present to explain the request. A minor amendment was made to the site plan to split off Cherry Lane as a separate lot from the remaining undeveloped land. A letter from Tom Bernier, Director of Public Works was review. Some minor changes may be made to the cul-de-sac areas. Additional water/sewer allocation is needed. Mr. Poirier asked what affect this would have on the traffic along Bluff Road. The commission felt that the increase in traffic would be acceptable but recognized that the section of the Bluff Road between Union Street and Prouty Drive is very busy. The issue of thru truck traffic should be looked into. Joan Poutre volunteered to draft a letter to the City Council with this concern for the commission to review at their next meeting. The Commission reviewed the site plan in accordance with Section 606.02.
1.) The adequacy of traffic access: Traffic access is adequate.
2.) Circulation and parking: Circulation and parking are adequate.
3.) Landscaping and screening: Landscaping and screening are adequate.
4.) Protecting the utilization of renewable energy resources: N/A.
5.) Compliance with all pertinent parts of this bylaw: This project complies with all pertinent parts of the Newport City Zoning Bylaw.
Joan Poutre made a motion to grant site plan approval to application 05-057 by Pine Bluff Estates Partnership with 4 conditions, 1) the project must comply with the letter dated April 5, 2005 from Tom Bernier, Director of Public Works, 2) written approval of the final cul-de-sac/hammerhead design must be obtained from Tom Bernier, Director of Public Works, 3) approval includes the amendment to the site plan for a separate lot for Cherry Lane, 4) a sufficient water/sewer allotment for all the proposed lots must be obtained from the City. Seconded by Clark Curtis. APPROVED BY UNANIMOUS DECISION.
It was decided to table the discussion on bylaw amendments and schedule a separate meeting on April 26th.
9:00 p.m.: Upon a motion by Joan Poutre, seconded by Clark Curtis, the meeting was adjourned. APPROVED BY A UNANIMOUS DECISION.
The minutes were taken by Bob Kelley and filed for the record on 4/7/05.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Charlie Elliott, Alan Franklin, Clark Curtis, and Joan Poutre.
MEMBERS ABSENT: Paul Chandler.
OTHERS PRESENT: Jerry Hunt, Debra Hunt, Jim Privee, Denis Chenette, and Bob Kelley.
7:30 p.m.: Chairman Charles Elliott called the meeting to order. Joan Poutre made a motion to approve the minutes to the last meeting (Apr 5) as written. Seconded by Alan Franklin. APPROVED BY UNANIMOUS DECISION.
Chairman Charles Elliott read application 05-045 by Jonathan Bouchard for a change of use to convert the building into an adult daycare facility with associated parking. This property is located at 34 Trempe Street and is in an urban residential zoning district. Mr. & Mrs. Hunt were present to explain the request. There was a lot of discussion on parking and circulation. The Zoning Board used the parking requirement for Licensed Daycare rather than Personal Services in analyzing the site plan. The commission concurred and used the same criteria. The proposed parking layout did not allow adequate circulation and a revised site plan with a different parking and circulation layout was drawn up and submitted. Mrs. Hunt signed the revised site plan and the original site plan was removed from the file. Signage was discussed and the proposed sign looked fine to the commission, however a sign permit is required in addition to this application. Paving of the driveway was discussed. The Commission reviewed the site plan in accordance with Section 606.02.
1.) The adequacy of traffic access: Traffic access is adequate.
2.) Circulation and parking: Circulation and parking are adequate.
3.) Landscaping and screening: Landscaping and screening are adequate.
4.) Protecting the utilization of renewable energy resources: N/A.
5.) Compliance with all pertinent parts of this bylaw: This project complies with all pertinent parts of the Newport City Zoning Bylaw.
Clark Curtis made a motion to grant site plan approval to application 05-045 by Jonathan Bouchard with 5 conditions: 1) maximum sign size is to be 18 sq ft, 2) Tom Bernier director of Public Works must approve the extent to which the driveway and parking area must be paved, 3) approval is of the amended site plan, 4) the project must comply with the conditions in the letter from Tom Bernier director of Public Work dated 4/19/05, 5) there must be a sign installed at the beginning of Trempe St warning of children playing in the area. Seconded by Joan Poutre. APPROVED BY UNANIMOUS DECISION.
The commission decided not to review bylaw amendments tonight.
There was discussion on the possibility of having a joint planning commission and zoning board hearing on the proposed campground on the Scott farm. It was decided to not hold a joint meeting but some of the commission members will try to attend the zoning board hearing.
9:45 p.m.: Upon a motion by Clark Curtis, seconded by Joan Poutre, the meeting was adjourned. APPROVED BY A UNANIMOUS DECISION.
The minutes were taken by Bob Kelley and filed for the record on 4/20/05.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Clark Curtis, Alan Franklin and Paul Chandler.
MEMBERS ABSENT: Charlie Elliott and Joan Poutre.
OTHERS PRESENT: Bob Kelley.
7:30 p.m.: Acting Chairman Clark Curtis called the meeting to order. Paul Chandler made a motion to approve the minutes to the last meeting (Apr 19) as written. Seconded by Alan Franklin. APPROVED BY UNANIMOUS DECISION.
Discussion began on bylaw changes needed to comply with changes in state statutes. The commission reviewed and made changes to §401 thru §603. Review will continue at a later meeting.
NVDA will review our bylaw to give their recommendation on compliance issues.
9:50 p.m.: Upon a motion by Paul Chandler, seconded by Alan Franklin, the meeting was adjourned. APPROVED BY A UNANIMOUS DECISION.
The minutes were taken by Bob Kelley and filed for the record on 4/27/05.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Charlie Elliott, Clark Curtis, and Paul Chandler.
MEMBERS ABSENT: Joan Poutre and Alan Franklin.
OTHERS PRESENT: Kristy Scott, Martin Haselton, Patrick Uhsmann, Dennis Lantagne, and Bob Kelley.
7:35 p.m.: Chairman Charles Elliott called the meeting to order. Paul Chandler made a motion to approve the minutes to the last meeting (Apr 26) as written. Seconded by Clark Curtis. APPROVED BY UNANIMOUS DECISION.
Chairman Charles Elliott read application 05-074 by Dennis Lantagne to add fill to the east side of his driveway entrance. This property is located at 1176 Highland Ave and is in a general residential zoning district. Mr. Lantagne was present to explain the request. It was estimated that he would be adding 10 to 15 truck loads of fill. Conditions in the letter from Tom Bernier director of public works were reviewed. The Commission reviewed the site plan in accordance with Section 606.02.
1.) The adequacy of traffic access: Traffic access is adequate.
2.) Circulation and parking: Circulation and parking are adequate.
3.) Landscaping and screening: Landscaping and screening are adequate.
4.) Protecting the utilization of renewable energy resources: N/A.
5.) Compliance with all pertinent parts of this bylaw: This project complies with all pertinent parts of the Newport City Zoning Bylaw.
Clark Curtis made a motion to grant site plan approval to application 05-074 by Dennis Lantagne with the condition that the project complies with all conditions in the letter dated 4/28/05 from Tom Bernier Director of Public Works. Seconded by Paul Chandler. APPROVED BY UNANIMOUS DECISION.
Chairman Charles Elliott read application 05-070 by Daniel & Richard Scott to subdivide 46 acres off of the 128 acre Scott Farm. This property is located at 171 Scott Farm Road and is in a general residential zoning district. Mr. Haselton, Mr. Uhsmann, and Ms. Scott were present to explain the request. Access to this lot is via a 50 ft R.O.W. The property line has not been surveyed but they intend to. The Commission reviewed the site plan in accordance with Section 606.02.
1.) The adequacy of traffic access: Traffic access is adequate.
2.) Circulation and parking: Circulation and parking are adequate.
3.) Landscaping and screening: Landscaping and screening are adequate.
4.) Protecting the utilization of renewable energy resources: N/A.
5.) Compliance with all pertinent parts of this bylaw: This project complies with all pertinent parts of the Newport City Zoning Bylaw.
Paul Chandler made a motion to grant site plan approval to application 05-070 by Daniel & Richard Scott as submitted. Seconded by Clark Curtis. APPROVED BY UNANIMOUS DECISION.
Chairman Charles Elliott read application 05-079 by the City of Newport for upgrades to the waste water treatment plant. Improvements include a 34 ft by 26 ft headworks building, a 38 ft by 14 ft septage receiving building and a 30 ft by 22 ft disinfection building. This property is located at 94 T P Lane and is in commercial zone B zoning district. Bob Kelley was present to explain the request. There was general discussion concerning the upgrade to the plant. The Commission reviewed the site plan in accordance with Section 606.02.
1.) The adequacy of traffic access: Traffic access is adequate.
2.) Circulation and parking: Circulation and parking are adequate.
3.) Landscaping and screening: Landscaping and screening are adequate.
4.) Protecting the utilization of renewable energy resources: N/A.
5.) Compliance with all pertinent parts of this bylaw: This project complies with all pertinent parts of the Newport City Zoning Bylaw.
Clark Curtis made a motion to grant site plan approval to application 05-079 by the City of Newport as submitted. Seconded by Paul Chandler. APPROVED BY UNANIMOUS DECISION.
Other business: Wood sheds and temporary garages were discussed. It was felt that if the wood shed was simply a roof to cover a wood pile, a permit is not needed. It was felt that if the temporary garage was erected after October 15th and dismantled before May 15th, then no permit is needed. To make this absolutely clear it will be added to the bylaw. Bob Kelley will draft the change for the commission to review.
If possible the commission would like to review bylaw changes at their next meeting on April 17. If they have a full schedule they will meet on April 31 for bylaw review only.
9:15 p.m.: Upon a motion by Paul Chandler, seconded by Clark Curtis, the meeting was adjourned. APPROVED BY A UNANIMOUS DECISION.
The minutes were taken by Bob Kelley and filed for the record on 5/4/05.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Charlie Elliott, Clark Curtis, and Paul Chandler.
MEMBERS ABSENT: Joan Poutre and Alan Franklin.
OTHERS PRESENT: Kristy Scott, Martin Haselton, Patrick Uhsmann, Dennis Lantagne, and Bob Kelley.
7:35 p.m.: Chairman Charles Elliott called the meeting to order. Paul Chandler made a motion to approve the minutes to the last meeting (Apr 26) as written. Seconded by Clark Curtis. APPROVED BY UNANIMOUS DECISION.
Chairman Charles Elliott read application 05-074 by Dennis Lantagne to add fill to the east side of his driveway entrance. This property is located at 1176 Highland Ave and is in a general residential zoning district. Mr. Lantagne was present to explain the request. It was estimated that he would be adding 10 to 15 truck loads of fill. Conditions in the letter from Tom Bernier director of public works were reviewed. The Commission reviewed the site plan in accordance with Section 606.02.
1.) The adequacy of traffic access: Traffic access is adequate.
2.) Circulation and parking: Circulation and parking are adequate.
3.) Landscaping and screening: Landscaping and screening are adequate.
4.) Protecting the utilization of renewable energy resources: N/A.
5.) Compliance with all pertinent parts of this bylaw: This project complies with all pertinent parts of the Newport City Zoning Bylaw.
Clark Curtis made a motion to grant site plan approval to application 05-074 by Dennis Lantagne with the condition that the project complies with all conditions in the letter dated 4/28/05 from Tom Bernier Director of Public Works. Seconded by Paul Chandler. APPROVED BY UNANIMOUS DECISION.
Chairman Charles Elliott read application 05-070 by Daniel & Richard Scott to subdivide 46 acres off of the 128 acre Scott Farm. This property is located at 171 Scott Farm Road and is in a general residential zoning district. Mr. Haselton, Mr. Uhsmann, and Ms. Scott were present to explain the request. Access to this lot is via a 50 ft R.O.W. The property line has not been surveyed but they intend to. The Commission reviewed the site plan in accordance with Section 606.02.
1.) The adequacy of traffic access: Traffic access is adequate.
2.) Circulation and parking: Circulation and parking are adequate.
3.) Landscaping and screening: Landscaping and screening are adequate.
4.) Protecting the utilization of renewable energy resources: N/A.
5.) Compliance with all pertinent parts of this bylaw: This project complies with all pertinent parts of the Newport City Zoning Bylaw.
Paul Chandler made a motion to grant site plan approval to application 05-070 by Daniel & Richard Scott as submitted. Seconded by Clark Curtis. APPROVED BY UNANIMOUS DECISION.
Chairman Charles Elliott read application 05-079 by the City of Newport for upgrades to the waste water treatment plant. Improvements include a 34 ft by 26 ft headworks building, a 38 ft by 14 ft septage receiving building and a 30 ft by 22 ft disinfection building. This property is located at 94 T P Lane and is in commercial zone B zoning district. Bob Kelley was present to explain the request. There was general discussion concerning the upgrade to the plant. The Commission reviewed the site plan in accordance with Section 606.02.
1.) The adequacy of traffic access: Traffic access is adequate.
2.) Circulation and parking: Circulation and parking are adequate.
3.) Landscaping and screening: Landscaping and screening are adequate.
4.) Protecting the utilization of renewable energy resources: N/A.
5.) Compliance with all pertinent parts of this bylaw: This project complies with all pertinent parts of the Newport City Zoning Bylaw.
Clark Curtis made a motion to grant site plan approval to application 05-079 by the City of Newport as submitted. Seconded by Paul Chandler. APPROVED BY UNANIMOUS DECISION.
Other business: Wood sheds and temporary garages were discussed. It was felt that if the wood shed was simply a roof to cover a wood pile, a permit is not needed. It was felt that if the temporary garage was erected after October 15th and dismantled before May 15th, then no permit is needed. To make this absolutely clear it will be added to the bylaw. Bob Kelley will draft the change for the commission to review.
If possible the commission would like to review bylaw changes at their next
meeting on April May 17. If they have a full schedule they
will meet on April May 31 for bylaw review only.
9:15 p.m.: Upon a motion by Paul Chandler, seconded by Clark Curtis, the meeting was adjourned. APPROVED BY A UNANIMOUS DECISION.
The minutes were taken by Bob Kelley and filed for the record on 5/4/05.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Charlie Elliott, Alan Franklin, Clark Curtis, Joan Poutre and Paul Chandler.
MEMBERS ABSENT: None.
OTHERS PRESENT: Michael Bellizzi, Janice Couillard, and Bob Kelley.
7:35 p.m.: Chairman Charles Elliott called the meeting to order. Joan Poutre made a motion to approve the minutes to the last meeting (May 3) with corrections to the dates on the second page. Seconded by Paul Chandler. APPROVED BY UNANIMOUS DECISION.
Chairman Charles Elliott read application 05-084 by Michael & Laurie Bellizzi and Todd & Janice Couillard to replace the existing retaining wall, level out the back yards of both properties, and fill in the swimming pool on the Bellizzi property. This is a joint application between the two property owners. These properties are located at 94 Orchard Street and 89 Cross Street and are in an urban residential zoning district. Mr. Bellizzi and Mrs. Couillard were present to explain the request. The project has changed slightly, the entire length of the retaining wall will be replaced and a small retaining wall will be built on the north side of the Couillard property. The applicant initialed changes to the application. The Commission reviewed the site plan in accordance with Section 606.02.
1.) The adequacy of traffic access: Traffic access is adequate.
2.) Circulation and parking: Circulation and parking are adequate.
3.) Landscaping and screening: Landscaping and screening are adequate.
4.) Protecting the utilization of renewable energy resources: N/A.
5.) Compliance with all pertinent parts of this bylaw: This project complies with all pertinent parts of the Newport City Zoning Bylaw.
Joan Poutre made a motion to grant site plan approval to application 05-084 by Michael & Laurie Bellizzi and Todd & Janice Couillard as amended with the condition that the project complies with the letter from Tom Bernier, Director of Public Works dated 5/17/05. Seconded by Paul Chandler. APPROVED BY UNANIMOUS DECISION.
The commission continued reviewing amendments to the bylaw. Good progress was made and a separate meeting will be held on May 31, 2005 to hopefully finalize the amendments.
10:10 p.m.: Upon a motion by Paul Chandler, seconded by Alan Franklin, the meeting was adjourned. APPROVED BY A UNANIMOUS DECISION.
The minutes were taken by Bob Kelley and filed for the record on 5/20/05.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Clark Curtis, Alan Franklin and Joan Poutre.
MEMBERS ABSENT: Charlie Elliott and Paul Chandler.
OTHERS PRESENT: Olivia Beleau and Bob Kelley.
7:30 p.m.: Acting Chairman Joan Poutre called the meeting to order. Alan Franklin made a motion to approve the minutes to the last meeting (May 17) as written. Seconded by Clark Curtis. APPROVED BY UNANIMOUS DECISION.
Olivia Beleau presented the commission with a definition for Elderly Housing and requested that this use be added to the commercial and residential zoning districts. The commission had been considering this for some time. The definition was modified slightly and the use will be added to the Commercial and Urban Residential zoning districts as a permitted use and to the General Residential district as a conditional use. Parking for elderly housing will be “as required by the planning commission under site plan review”. Discussion continued on other bylaw changes needed to comply with changes in state statutes. By the end of the meeting only parking, definitions, and a few other minor changes remained to be reviewed from the original draft. NVDA has issues with some sections that will have to be addressed prior to proceeding with the amendment process.
Clark Curtis submitted a list of other possible changes that should be reviewed. The list was quickly gone thru and will be reviewed in greater detail at a future meeting.
9:30 p.m.: Upon a motion by Alan Franklin, seconded by Joan Poutre, the meeting was adjourned. APPROVED BY A UNANIMOUS DECISION.
The minutes were taken by Bob Kelley and filed for the record on 6/3/05.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Charlie Elliott, Alan Franklin, Clark Curtis, Joan Poutre and Paul Chandler.
MEMBERS ABSENT: None.
OTHERS PRESENT: Dan Scott, Kory Scott, Greg Hamblett, Denis Chenette, Jim Privee, Mike Paradis, Lynn Jenness, Jeanne Bigelow, Bob Bigelow, Sandra McKenny, Mike Sievert, Martin Haselton, Kristy Scott, Lynda McDowell, William Moroney, Richard Reed, Doug Phillips-Hamblett, Don Hendrich, and Bob Kelley.
7:35 p.m.: Chairman Charles Elliott called the meeting to order. Joan Poutre made a motion to approve the minutes to the last meeting (May 31) as written. Seconded by Alan Franklin. APPROVED BY UNANIMOUS DECISION.
Chairman Charles Elliott read application 05-087 by Newport Ambulance Services for a 30 ft by 30 ft detached 2-bay garage. This property is located at 830 Union Street and is in an industrial zoning district. Mr. Paradis was present to explain the request. The garage will be heated. The Commission reviewed the site plan in accordance with Section 606.02.
1.) The adequacy of traffic access: Traffic access is adequate.
2.) Circulation and parking: Circulation and parking are adequate.
3.) Landscaping and screening: Landscaping and screening are adequate.
4.) Protecting the utilization of renewable energy resources: N/A.
5.) Compliance with all pertinent parts of this bylaw: This project complies with all pertinent parts of the Newport City Zoning Bylaw.
Joan Poutre made a motion to grant site plan approval to application 05-087 by Newport Ambulance Services as submitted. Seconded by Clark Curtis. APPROVED BY UNANIMOUS DECISION.
Chairman Charles Elliott read application 05-080 by the City of Newport for a 22 ft by 16 ft water supply well house. This property is located at 1203 Coventry Street and is in a conservation zoning district. Mr. Kelley was present to explain the request. The building will be similar to the building for the old well. The Commission reviewed the site plan in accordance with Section 606.02.
1.) The adequacy of traffic access: Traffic access is adequate.
2.) Circulation and parking: Circulation and parking are adequate.
3.) Landscaping and screening: Landscaping and screening are adequate.
4.) Protecting the utilization of renewable energy resources: N/A.
5.) Compliance with all pertinent parts of this bylaw: This project complies with all pertinent parts of the Newport City Zoning Bylaw.
Joan Poutre made a motion to grant site plan approval to application 05-080 by the City of Newport as submitted. Seconded by Alan Franklin. APPROVED BY UNANIMOUS DECISION.
Chairman Charles Elliott read application 05-069 by Daniel & Richard Scott for an RV and Camping Resort which will include seasonal and transient sites, cabins, pavilion with banquet hall-arcade-fitness center, camp store, beach kiosk, boat ramp & docks, tee pee’s, and recreation (tennis-pool-basketball-playground-beach. This property is located at 20 Scott Farm Road and is in a general residential zoning district. Mr. Haselton and Mr. Sievert were present to explain the request. Mr. Sievert gave a presentation of the scope of the project, most campsites will have water/sewer/electric. Mr. Haselton clarified some points and stressed that preservation of the existing trees was a goal. It was felt that removal of 5% of the trees was a high estimate. There would be approximately 12 employees when phase I is complete. Some of the items discussed by the applicant, commission and interested persons were:
· Sidewalk – it has to be on the south side of the road as a condition imposed by the zoning board. The sidewalk will be 8 ft wide to allow for bicycles. The surface will be stay mat to help protect the root system of the existing and proposed trees.
· Noise – Prouty Beach has quiet time at 10:00 pm instead of 11:00 pm. The neighborhood is extremely quiet.
· Traffic – the width of Bluff Road from Prouty Dr to Scott Farm Rd must be approved by a City engineer for width as a condition from the zoning board. The current road is between 21’ and 23’ wide. The Scott’s engineer feels that the current width is adequate. Departure and arrival times were discussed. Motorcycles would be allowed in the campground. Noise from the increased traffic was a concern, again it was stressed that it is a quiet neighborhood.
· Access – an alternate access closer to Prouty Drive was discussed. The applicant looked at this option and felt this was not feasible.
· Water/sewer – there were concerns with the water pressure further down the Bluff Rd. There was a disagreement on the size of the water main along Bluff Rd. The system will have to be designed to City standards and flow test will be needed to properly design the system. Due to the elevations gravity flow on the sewage will not be possible and it will have to be pumped.
The commission felt that a site visit was warranted. Joan Poutre made a motion to table application 05-069 by Daniel & Richard Scott until 6:00 pm June 21, 2005 for a site visit. They will meet at the corner of Bluff Rd and Scott Farm Rd. The site visit is considered part of the commission’s meeting and any interest person is encouraged to attend. After the site visit the meeting will continue in the Council Room of the Municipal Building. It is expected that the site visit will take 1˝ to 2 hours. Seconded by Clark Curtis. APPROVED BY UNANIMOUS DECISION.
10:15 p.m.: Upon a motion by Joan Poutre, seconded by Alan Franklin, the meeting was adjourned. APPROVED BY A UNANIMOUS DECISION.
The minutes were taken by Bob Kelley and filed for the record on 6/8/05.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Charlie Elliott, Alan Franklin, Clark Curtis, Joan Poutre and Paul Chandler.
MEMBERS ABSENT: None.
OTHERS PRESENT: Bernie Carrier, Martin Haselton, Kristy Scott, Dan Scott, Denis Chenette, Jim Privee, Sandra McKenny, Ed Carrier, Bob Bigelow, Richard Reed, William Moroney, and Bob Kelley.
6:00 p.m.: The planning commission met at the Scott property for a site visit for application 05-069 by Daniel & Richard Scott for an RV and Camping Resort which will include seasonal and transient sites, cabins, pavilion with banquet hall-arcade-fitness center, camp store, beach kiosk, boat ramp & docks, tee pee’s, and recreation (tennis-pool-basketball-playground-beach. This property is located at 20 Scott Farm Road and is in a general residential zoning district. Mr. Reed, Mr. Moroney, Mr. Chenette, and Mr. Privee did not go on the site visit. The site visit lasted about 1˝ hours. Various aspects of the campground were shown and explained to those present. The commission returned to the Council Room to continue the meeting.
7:45 p.m.: Discussion resumed on the above application. Letters of concerns were submitted by Bernard Carrier, Richard Reed and Judith Henault & William Moroney. The commission reviewed the letters and discussed concerns with those present. Some of the concerns are adequacy of water, traffic on the roads, road width, traffic noise, campground noise, smoke from campground fires, effect on property values, and character of the area.
Public works is to be testing the water flow and water pressure. It is hoped to have this information in time for the Scott’s engineer to review prior to the next meeting. Water usage for the project is estimated to be 20,000 gpd.
Joan Poutre made a motion to table application 05-069 by Daniel & Richard Scott until their meeting on July 19, 2005. Seconded by Alan Franklin. APPROVED BY UNANIMOUS DECISION.
The commission would like a revised site plan showing changes to the campsite layout, intersection of Bluff Rd and Scott Farm Rd, and sidewalk/recreation path.
10:00 p.m.: Upon a motion by Joan Poutre, seconded by Paul Chandler, the meeting was adjourned. APPROVED BY A UNANIMOUS DECISION.
The minutes were taken by Bob Kelley and filed for the record on 06/22/05.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Charlie Elliott, Alan Franklin, Clark Curtis, Joan Poutre and Paul Chandler.
MEMBERS ABSENT: None.
OTHERS PRESENT: Joseph Gresser.
7:40 p.m.: Chairman Charles Elliott called the meeting to order. Joan Poutre made a motion to approve the minutes to the June 7, 2005 meeting as written. Seconded by Paul Chandler. APPROVED BY UNANIMOUS DECISION. Alan Franklin made a motion to approve the minutes to the June 21, 2005 meeting as written. Seconded by Joan Poutre. APPROVED BY UNANIMOUS DECISION.
Discussion began on bylaw amendments, this is a continuation of discussions from prior meetings. Cell towers were discussed and is was proposed to change the distance for small scale facilities from other structures to 250 feet and there were other minor changes to the cell tower regulations.
Definitions were reviewed and approved with a few minor corrections.
It was felt the repeaters (small devices that receive and retransmit broadcast signals) needed to be addressed. Also, scenic views need to be addressed.
Discussion stopped before review of the Shoreland regulations.
9:26 p.m.: Upon a motion by Joan Poutre, seconded by Alan Franklin, the meeting was adjourned. APPROVED BY A UNANIMOUS DECISION.
The minutes were taken by Clark Curtis, typed and filed for the record by Bob Kelley on 7/19/05.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Charlie Elliott, Clark Curtis, Joan Poutre and Paul Chandler.
MEMBERS ABSENT: Alan Franklin.
OTHERS PRESENT: Kristy Scott, Martin Haselton, Mike Sievert, Dan Scott, Marin Gardyne, Kory Scott, Glennis Barry, Amelia Ormsbee, Francis Ormsbee, Don Hendrich, Robert Bigelow, James Privee, Sandra McKenny, Chris Roy, and Bob Kelley.
7:40 p.m.: Chairman Charles Elliott called the meeting to order. Joan Poutre made a motion to approve the minutes to the last meeting (July 5) as written. Seconded by Paul Chandler. APPROVED BY UNANIMOUS DECISION.
Chairman Charles Elliott read application 05-069 by Daniel & Richard Scott for an RV and Camping Resort which will include seasonal and transient sites, cabins, pavilion with banquet hall-arcade-fitness center, camp store, beach kiosk, boat ramp & docks, tee pee’s, and recreation (tennis-pool-basketball-playground-beach. This property is located at 20 Scott Farm Road and is in a general residential zoning district. Mr. Haselton was present to explain the request. This is a continuation from a prior meeting. Letters from Tom Bernier (Public Works Director), Sandra McKenny, and Richard Reed were reviewed. Water pressure and flow were discussed. Mr. Bernier’s letter stated that he believes water will not be a problem, as there is a 10 inch water main that end near the Scott Farm Rd. While the design of new infrastructure has not been engineered, they thought that they will be connecting to the City’s water and sewer system at the intersection of Prouty Drive and Bluff Rd. In Mr. Bernier’s letter he states that he need to have final design approval of all infrastructures that will be taken over by the City.
A revised site plan for the proposed sidewalk was submitted. It will be concrete, 5 ft wide and on the south side of Bluff Rd. It includes additional tree plantings.
The planning commission went thru the bylaw and addressed all sections that relate to this project. Sections marked with an * need to be further addressed.