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1 The Board reviewed the request by the developer of Farmhurst, Sec. 5, for extension to June 11, 1974, Upon a motion duly made and seconded, it was VOTED: To extend to June 11, 1974, inclusive, the time on or before which the Lexington Planning Board must act on the definitive subdivision plan entitled "Farmhurst, Sec. 5 in Lexington, Mass,", dated Jan. 11, 1974, as requested by Diane E. Hamilton, applicant. The Town Clerk will be informed of this action of the Board. Eight residents of Oak Park II subdivision met with the Board at 9:20 p.m.,to present a petition, read by Dr. Clarke, that the requirement for installation of sidewalks in the subdivision be waived. Following discussion of requirements as stated in the Subdivision Rules and Regulations, and possible future expansion of the development and extension of the road which would necessitate construction of sidewalks, it was agreed that effort would be made to establish a Town policy on cul-de-sac sidewalks. Mr. Davies, DAC, will give advice as to opinions on cul-de-sac sidewalk construction in other communities, and Mrs. Brown will prepare a memorandum on possible Town policy change to be sent to other Town Boards. Town Counsel will be asked if surety can be provided by current residents, to ensure sidewalk construction in the future should need arise. Mr. Briggs explained the proposal of Dr. Lucas to divide a 3 acre tract at Bushnell Drive into two lots, for construction of an additional house (which would have insufficient frontage) and a driveway. The members were in general agreement that if Dr. Lucas petitions the Bd. of Appeals for variance on frontage require- ments, the Board would not oppose. The TAMS plans for Bedford St. improvements were reviewed and discussed. The Planning Director was instructed to prepare a letter to the Board of Selectmen (for Dr. Clarke's approval), reiterating the Planning Board position that a service road be constructed to benefit the existing residence in the affected area. Mr. Briggs will also provide the Selectmen with information and documentation as to the specifics of the 200 foot setback re- quirement on Bedford St. The meeting adjourned at 11:30 p.m. PaulJ. cKenzie, Clerk page 2 5.13.74 FARMHURST V EXTENSION OAK PARK II SIDEWALKS DR. LUCAS BUSHNELL DR. TAMS PLANS BEDFORD ST.