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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2024-03-13-PB-min Lexington Planning Board Meeting Minutes March 13, 2024 Page 1 of 12 Minutes of the Lexington Planning Board Held on Wednesday March 13, 2024, Virtual Meeting at 6:00 pm Planning Board members present: Robert Peters, Chair; Michael Schanbacher, Vice-Chair; Melanie Thompson, Clerk; Robert Creech, Charles Hornig, and Michael Leon, associate member. Also present were: Abby McCabe, Planning Director; Meghan McNamara, Planner; Sheila Page, Assistant Planning Director; Carol Kowalski, Assistant Town Manager for Development; and Kiruthika Ramakrishnan, Planning Coordinator. Robert Peters, Chair of the Planning Board, called to order the meeting of the Lexington Planning Board on Wednesday, March 13, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. For this meeting, the Planning Board is convening by video conference via Zoom. Lex Media is filming this meeting and will record it for future viewing here. Mr. Peters conducted a roll call to ensure all members of the Planning Board and members of staff present could hear and be heard. Mr. Peters provided a summary of instructions for members of the public in attendance. It was further noted that materials for this meeting are available on the Town's Novus Packet dashboard. The Board will go through the agenda in order. Development Administration 28 Meriam St. & 32 Edgewood Rd., 28 Meriam Street Lexington, LLC – Site Plan Review Public Hearing for Special Residential Development Mr. Peters opened the Public Hearing on the application of 28 Meriam Street Lexington, LLC. for approval of a major site plan review under §135-6.9 of the Zoning Bylaw and Article VI of §181-71 Stormwater Management Regulations. The application is for a site sensitive Special Residential Development with 10 dwelling units in four buildings. The project proposes to preserve and renovate the house at 28 Meriam St. to create a two-family dwelling, raze the house at 32 Edgewood to construct three new buildings with 8 dwelling units, landscaping, parking, and stormwater improvements. The property is also known as Map 56, Lots 94A and 94B in the RS zoning district. The applicant team included: Jason Brickman, Ben Finnegan, Landscape Architect Gary Larson, attorney Fred Gilgun, Project Engineer Michael Novak, and Jamie Osborn. The professional engineer hired to assist as a peer reviewer for the project, Thomas Houston from Professional Services Corporation, PC, (PSC) was also present. Mr. Brickman shared his presentation and gave a brief overview of the project. Mr. Larson provided the details of the proposed conceptual site plan and added that the proposed buildings would be designed to respond to the existing topography and located to retain as many existing trees as possible. Mr. Brickman said they met with neighbors and the concerns of the neighbors before submitting the application. Mr. Brickman said the look of the building facing Meriam Street and the overall number of new units was a concern of neighbors. The original proposal was for 12 units and the proposal is now for Lexington Planning Board Meeting Minutes March 13, 2024 Page 2 of 12 10 total dwelling units. The proposal in the fall included four units in a building C but that will now be a duplex on Meriam Street. The project has changed from townhouses to flats. He said that the flooding concerns raised by neighbors will be addressed by the proposed stormwater mitigation. Mr. Brickman said that this development will energize the area and will provide more housing in a walkable location close to Lexington Center. Mr. Finnegan said that in accordance with the major goals of the Special Residential Development, the proposal will diversify the type of housing for a wider range of population and went over the details of each building. This project will add a family-sized affordable unit and garden-style apartments. The units range from 1,600-3,100 SF where the average size for new construction in Lexington between 2022- present was 6,278 SF. Mr. Finnegan explained how the inclusionary housing requirements were accomplished with the proposal by providing an affordable unit with four bedrooms and 2.5 bath in the existing historic house to be renovated. Lexington’s SHI currently has 1,354 units, primarily 2-bedroom units. Ownership units are less common on the SHI and there are no other 4-bedroom units on the SHI. Mr. Osborn summarized the key factors of the sustainability and resilience component for the proposal including 40% open common space which will mitigate stormwater runoff and resist erosion. Board Discussion: Mr. Creech wanted to know the reason for changing Building B from townhouses to flats. Mr. Brickman said that the footprints of the building were altered to comply with the overall parking and density requirements. Mr. Creech also wanted to know if it would make sense to get a waiver on the 30 ft setback so that the slope can be dealt with in a better way. Mr. Creech wanted to know the proposed sales price of the affordable unit. Mr. Finnegan shared the slide which showed the details of percentage of income limits and the basis of the sales price calculation. Mr. Peters wanted a better set of pictures depicting the proposed height of the buildings with the help of balloons. Mr. Peters also wanted to confirm if the super stretch building code will be adopted. Mr. Houston shared the report prepared by him and went over the key points of the report. Mr. Houston said that he needs the applicant to submit additional test pit data to confirm that the minimum required separation of 2 ft was maintained between the basement slab and estimated seasonal high groundwater level as per the requirements of §4.5 of the Zoning Bylaw. Mr. Houston also asked for additional information about the proposed lighting to ensure §5.4 of the Zoning Bylaw was complied with. In terms of Dimensional Standards, Mr. Houston said that he had required documentation from the Fire Department that Fire truck accessibility is sufficient. Mr. Houston said that he requires a certificate from the project surveyor certifying the height of the buildings and added that the building height in terms of building stories does not comply with the provisions of the bylaw and the plans might have to be revised. Mr. Houston added that the proposed Gross Floor Area, open space, and inclusionary housing requirements as stated in the provisions of the bylaw are complied with. Mr. Houston also asked for colored renderings of all sides of the proposed structures. Mr. Houston also asked for additional test pits to fully comply with the stormwater handbook. Lexington Planning Board Meeting Minutes March 13, 2024 Page 3 of 12 Mr. Houston went over the stormwater management regulations and expressed his concern about the infiltration system and said that he has asked the applicant to provide detailed testing. Mr. Houston said that during a site visit, he had noticed a shallow confining layer in one of the test pits that would interfere with the infiltration of stormwater into the ground and asked the applicant for a plan on how they will deal with it if they encountered the issue during construction. Mr. Houston also asked the applicants to show details of isolator rows to be shown and labeled in the plans. Mr. Houston expressed his concerns whether the porous pavement will be permeable enough to convey all the groundwater from the driveway and asked for detailed testing information. Mr. Houston also asked for additional test pits to evaluate the impact of the flooding at the intersection of Meriam and Edgewood on the infiltration system. Mr. Houston also asked for another HydroCAD analysis to include an area that was inadvertently missed during the previous analysis and to modify the infiltration system to factor the changes brought about by the new analysis. Mr. Houston asked the applicant to provide a Construction Phase Pollution Prevention Plan and a long-term Operation and Maintenance Plan to comply with the Stormwater Management regulations specific to Lexington. Mr. Houston added that a certification from the Engineer was required to state they were in compliance with the prohibition on illicit discharges. Mr. Houston asked the applicant to consider complying with Landscape Design Performance Standards. Mr. Houston stated that a detailed report on the Evaluation and Implementation of Low Impact Development (LID) practices was required and also asked the applicant to submit Mannings Pipe flow calculations for all drainage segments to quantify those velocities. Mr. Houston asked the applicant to provide predevelopment and post development catchment plans showing on-site and off-site areas that contribute to the infiltration facilities and to revise the HydroCAD analysis for pre-development vegetative conditions being classified as good. Mr. Houston asked the applicant to calculate whether or not each of the infiltration facilities will be able to accommodate one inch of runoff in order to comply with the regulations. Mr. Houston asked for revised erosion control plans to show an internal Filtermitt row on the top of the slope to ensure no sediment flow during construction. Mr. Houston asked the applicant to amend the application by providing a schedule specifying the duration of bare earth conditions prior to stabilization. Mr. Houston wanted the applicant to add a plan note to block off infiltration facilities during construction and to submit a SWPPP to be filed with USEPA to comply with local requirements. Mr. Houston asked the applicant to submit a scaled plan indicating the location of the facilities and a detailed maintenance plan for the porous paver. Mr. Peters asked Mr. Houston if the long-term O&M plan will be incorporated in the condominium document so that successor owners will understand their obligations. Mr. Houston said the O&M plans have to be enforced in perpetuity. Mr. Creech wanted to know the frequency with which the components in the Operation and Maintenance plan need to be maintained. Mr. Houston said that it would vary from once to twice a year depending on the type of system and would be consistent with the requirements specified in the Stormwater Handbook. Mr. Leon asked Mr. Houston about the potential impact of continuous substantial flooding in and around the stormwater infiltration system that will be located in close proximity to the low-lying areas which had been flooded due to rains and as pointed out by residents. Mr. Houston responded saying that the street runoff would be occupying some of the infiltration capacity of those structures and the concern has to be addressed by the applicant. Mr. Leon mentioned the recent changes by the Department of Environmental protection related to the Stormwater Handbook which would require stringent discharge limits and Lexington Planning Board Meeting Minutes March 13, 2024 Page 4 of 12 standards to the Municipal Stormwater collection system and asked Mr. Houston if the onsite Stormwater system proposed by the applicant needs to be modified to comply with it. Mr. Houston said that the applicant has some rights to adopt the regulations at the time of application. Mr. Houston added that the applicant’s Engineer had used conservative rainfall data as their standard which was a key step in the right direction. Mr. Leon asked Mr. Houston’s opinion if the flooding in the street would continue if it was not corrected by the Town. Mr. Houston said that not enough technical information was submitted for him to review that issue. Ms. McCabe said the 4-bedroom inclusionary housing unit to be added to the SHI is a major positive and informed the Board about the memo from the Regional Housing Services Offices Director with the recommended conditions of approval. She said that the property owner received a demolition delay from the Historical Commission last year that will expire in July, the delay is non-transferrable so any work considered substantial demolition would have to be done after July by the owner that received the delay. Ms. McCabe also said that the Housing Partnership and the Tree Committee had sent letters. The Tree Committee asked that the non-native proposed Zelkovas be replaced with a native species and recommended a certified arborist prepare the tree protection plan. The Housing Partnership submitted a letter of support. Ms. McCabe noted that the Board has also received several written public comments that have been provided to the board members. Mr. Hornig asked the applicants if they would be able to fulfill the requirements put forth by the staff and peer reviewer. Mr. Finnegan said that they will be able to address all the requirements mentioned by the staff and peer reviewer. Mr. Schanbacher wanted clarification on the trash handling and wanted to know if all the trees other than those on the setback would have been taken down if the project was a conventional subdivision instead of a Special Residential Development. Mr. Schanbacher also wanted to know if a greater amount of grading would be required to put those three single family homes on this site as well. Mr. Brickman said almost all the trees would have been taken down and a greater amount of grading would be required if it was a conventional subdivision. Ms. Thompson wanted to see the gating and fencing on Edgewood to be reflected in the plans and also wanted to know if the makeup of the inclusionary housing would be the same as the others. Mr. Finnegan gave the details of the gate and said that the inclusionary housing would be of the same quality as the other units. Mr. Leon asked the applicant if they explored alternative configurations that would have provided less square feet but provided more green space. Mr. Larson stated that minimum amount of excavation and disturbance of the site were major factors in coming up with the current proposal but was confident that this was one of the efficient configurations and also provided the maximum amount of open and green space for the site. Mr. Peters wanted to know the long-term O&M plan for sweeping the porous pavers and wanted to make sure it would be in perpetuity. Mr. Novak said that he will ensure that the long-term O&M plan is worded in such a way that it will continue with subsequent owners. The Board recessed at 7:38 p.m. and reconvened at 7:43 p.m. Lexington Planning Board Meeting Minutes March 13, 2024 Page 5 of 12 Mr. Peters opened the Public Hearing to Public Comments. Public Comments Attorney Gwen King, representing eight neighbors and abutters to the proposed development, shared her presentation titled “Opposition to Site Sensitive Development at 28 Meriam / 32 Edgewood” and explained why the abutters and she thought that the application failed to meet the threshold requirements for a Site Sensitive Development (SSD). Ms. King talked about Site Sensitive Developments, Scale of Developments, and the Threshold Criteria. Ms. King shared a picture of the historic Carriage House at 32 Edgewood Rd and said that she believes the demolition of the carriage house violates the Zoning Bylaw. Ms. King also said that the development does not preserve all of the slopes and she does not believe this location is a candidate for SSD. Kenneth Virgile, 23 Edgewood Road, expressed his concerns about traffic and off-street parking. Mr. Virgile was also concerned about the aesthetics of the proposal, the inclusionary housing having only a one car garage and wanted the provision for the elevator strongly worded in the agreement. Tom Shiple, 18 Phinney Road, said that the bike parking space in the proposal should be at least 3 feet from any motor vehicle and needs to be at least 2 feet wide and that the current bike parking plan submitted by the applicant does not conform with the regulations. Margaret Heitz, 335 Marrett Road, said that she was excited about this proposal which would be a good option for people to downsize and age in place. Ms. Heitz also said that the proposal addresses the diversity and inclusive housing issues and added that having a similar multifamily development in her backyard did not bring about any major impact to her once it was developed. Wendy Manz, Chair of the Housing Partnership, stated that the Housing Partnership was extremely encouraged by the way the developer was trying to meet the goals and intent of the new Special Residential Developments and expressed her strong support for the project. She spoke in support and iterated the Housing Partnership Board’s support for this project. Frank Haydu, 37 Meriam Street, read his submitted letter and expressed his concerns regarding traffic, parking, trees being removed, and waterlogging during heavy rains. Alexandra Worden, 27 Meriam Street, raised concerns about the building not being in character with the neighborhood and said there should be more focus on sustainability. Mark Swartz, 35 Meriam Street, said that the current proposal does not meet the threshold requirements for SSD, expressed his concerns regarding drainage issues, and asked for a good stormwater management plan to address them. Steve Woit, 30 Edgewood Road, expressed his opposition to the project due to the project’s impact on natural landscape, rain water, groundwater, drainage, traffic, parking, and infrastructure issues. Lexington Planning Board Meeting Minutes March 13, 2024 Page 6 of 12 Rebekah Swartz, 35 Meriam Street, expressed her concern for altering the grade and replacing mature trees with buildings that are disproportionate to the surrounding homes. Randy Kinard, 24 Meriam Street, said the slope and the architectural continuity are violated by the current proposal and expressed his objection to the current plans. Lin Jensen, 133 Reed Street, would like to see the historic carriage house saved. Jay Luker, 26 Rindge Avenue, expressed his support for the project and hoped the Board can meet the requirements of the bylaw to the extent possible. Bob Burbidge, 29 Fairbanks Road, spoke on behalf of LexHAB of which he is the Chair. Mr Burbidge supported the project since it offered affordable housing that was scattered around Town so that its habitants would feel integrated with the community. Ella Nightingale, 27 Meriam Street, expressed her concern about cutting down trees and the need to protect historical places. Continued Board Discussion: Mr. Creech asked the Applicant for the footprint of Building B to be smaller. Mr. Peters asked if the Applicant had any responses to what was brought up and noted that the Applicant could respond now or at a future meeting. Mr. Finnegan responded that they’ve heard the concerns tonight and will work on revisions and responses for a future meeting. Mr. Schanbacher moved to continue the public hearing for 28 Meriam St. & 32 Edgewood Road to Thursday, April 11 at 6:00 p.m. on Zoom. Ms. Thompson seconded the motion. The Planning Board voted in favor of the motion 5-0-0 (Roll call: Creech – yes; Peters – yes; Schanbacher – yes; Thompson – yes; Hornig – yes). MOTION PASSED Ms. McCabe noted that the Board’s vote is the notification of the continued hearing date, which will be Thursday, April 11, 2024 at 6:00 pm on Zoom. 23 Bennington Rd. Approval Not Required (ANR) Plan (Map 31, Lot 68) to split property to create second lot fronting on Pelham Road The Planning Board discussed the application from Tom Lin on 23 Bennington Road for Approval Not Required. Applicant's proposal is for an ANR (Approval Not Required) Plan to split the existing lot at 23 Bennington Road to create a second lot with frontage on Pelham Road, an unaccepted road. Mr. Lin shared his presentation, shared the ANR Plan for 23 Bennington Road, and explained the need for submitting the ANR application. Mr. Lin shared a screenshot of the GIS Map to show the location and the Lexington Planning Board Meeting Minutes March 13, 2024 Page 7 of 12 frontage of his property. Mr. Lin said he wanted to check with the Planning Board the options that are available to him. Ms. McCabe explained that the Planning Board does not have the authority to grant waivers for an ANR application and that the submitted ANR does not qualify for an ANR endorsement as the proposed Lot B (with the existing house) does not meet the minimum frontage requirement of 125-ft. in the RS District because a portion of the road is not developed. Ms. McCabe recommended that this ANR be disapproved by the Planning Board and added that the applicant could submit a definitive subdivision application plan with a proposal to finish Bennington Road. Mr. Hornig provided several options to Mr. Lin. Mr. Schanbacher moved to disapprove this ANR for 23 Bennington Road because the proposed plan constitutes a subdivision and does require approval under the Subdivision Control Law. Ms. Thompson seconded the motion. The Planning Board voted in favor of the motion 5-0-0 (Roll call: Creech – yes; Peters – yes; Schanbacher – yes; Thompson – yes; Hornig – yes). MOTION PASSED 83 Hancock St. Approval Not Required (ANR) Plan (Map 70, Lot 4A) and 55 Coolidge Ave. (Map 64, Lot 122A) to reconfigure lot lines Ms. McCabe summarized that the owners of 83 Hancock St. and 55 Coolidge Ave. are proposing an ANR (Approval Not Required) Plan to swap some land. A portion of 83 Hancock will be conveyed and combined with 55 Coolidge Ave., and a portion of 55 Coolidge Ave. will be conveyed and combined with 83 Hancock. Ms. McCabe added that the land is in the RO District and staff sees no issue with this proposal and that staff recommended endorsement. Mr. Schanbacher moved to endorse the ANR Plan for 83 Hancock St. and 55 Coolidge Street Ms. Thompson seconded the motion. The Planning Board voted in favor of the motion 5-0-0 (Roll call: Creech – yes; Peters – yes; Schanbacher – yes; Thompson – yes; Hornig – yes). MOTION PASSED 2024 Annual Town Meeting Review of Town Meeting Warrant Articles Article 33 – Authorize the Select Board to seek Affordable Housing Mr. Peters reminded the Board about the Planning Board meeting on January 24 when the Board heard from the Affordable Housing Trust relative to Article 33. Mr. Hornig added that the Housing Partnership Board was also supporting this Article. Mr. Creech supported the Article and added that the Town can work on addressing the traffic concerns raised by neighbors. Mr. Peters added that the proposal is conveniently located near stores and has Lexpress service close by. Mr. Peters also stated that this project will help the Town maintain the safe harbor from potentially unfriendly 40Bs further into the future. Lexington Planning Board Meeting Minutes March 13, 2024 Page 8 of 12 Mr. Schanbacher reiterated that since the land is owned by the Town, the cost of land is saved, thereby making it more feasible for developing affordable units in the Town and extended his support for the Article. Ms. Thompson said that she supported the transfer of the Town owned land to the Affordable Trust to bring some affordable housing. Mr. Leon extended his support and said that he lives closer to other multi-family housing, he is not impacted by traffic, and added that it is a perfect location given the proximity of commercial and retail services. Public Comments Mark Lang, 2 Opi Circle, opposed this Article and felt that this affordable housing project could be developed closer to the Town to provide more energy and enrichment to the Town. Wendy Manz, Chair of the Housing Partnership Board, explained that the proposed location is actually closer to the center of Town than many other neighborhoods around Town and stated that the Housing Partnership is very encouraged that the Planning Board was prepared to support the Article. Betsey Weiss, 8 Dover Lane, echoed Ms. Manz’s comments and stated that the current parcel under consideration is a perfect place to build affordable housing. Mr. Schanbacher moved to recommend Town Meeting approve Article 33 to authorize the Select Board to seek Affordable Housing. Ms. Thompson seconded the motion. The Planning Board voted in favor of the motion 5-0-0 (Roll call: Creech – yes; Peters – yes; Schanbacher – yes; Thompson – yes; Hornig – yes). MOTION PASSED Articles 34, 35, & 36 – Amend General Bylaw for Tree Bylaw Tree Protection Plan, Mitigation Plantings, and Exemptions Mr. Peters reminded the Board about the Planning Board Meeting on January 24 when the Tree Committee presented Articles 34, 35 and 36 and asked if the Board members had any questions or comments. The members agreed that these articles will make a positive change and agreed to support them. Mr. Schanbacher moved to recommend Town Meeting approve Articles 34, 35 and 36 and amend general bylaw for tree bylaw, protection plan, mitigation plantings and exemptions. Ms. Thompson seconded the motion. The Planning Board voted in favor of the motion 5-0-0 (Roll call: Creech – yes; Peters – yes; Schanbacher – yes; Thompson – yes; Hornig – yes). MOTION PASSED Mr. Peters informed the Board that there were a few other articles that some Board members wanted to consider. Lexington Planning Board Meeting Minutes March 13, 2024 Page 9 of 12 Article 8, which was to accept Tucker Avenue was one of them and asked the Board member’s views on that. Mr. Hornig reminded the members that the Board takes positions on street acceptances as they create the network of public streets in the Town and said he supported the article. Mr. Schanbacher moved to recommend Town Meeting approve Article 8 to accept Tucker Avenue. Ms. Thompson seconded the motion. The Planning Board voted in favor of the motion 5-0-0 (Roll call: Creech – yes; Peters – yes; Schanbacher – yes; Thompson – yes; Hornig – yes). MOTION PASSED Article 27- Appropriation for renovation of 173 Bedford Street was an Article Mr. Peters wanted the Board members to consider and asked the views of the members. The Board members discussed and decided to not take a position on this Article presently. Article 28 – Select Board to Accept Easements: Mr. Hornig felt that this was going to streamline the process for easements in subdivision. The Board members discussed and decided to recommend the Article to Town Meeting. Mr. Schanbacher moved to recommend Town Meeting approve Article 28 – Select Board to accept Easements. Ms. Thompson seconded the motion. The Planning Board voted in favor of the motion 5-0- 0 (Roll call: Creech – yes; Peters – yes; Schanbacher – yes; Thompson – yes; Hornig – yes). MOTION PASSED Article 41 – Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA): The members discussed and decided to support this Article. Mr. Schanbacher moved to recommend Town Meeting approve Article 41, Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority. Ms. Thompson seconded the motion. The Planning Board voted in favor of the motion 5-0-0 (Roll call: Creech – yes; Peters – yes; Schanbacher – yes; Thompson – yes; Hornig – yes). MOTION PASSED Article 42- Digital Publication of Legal Notices. Mr. Hornig felt that the print newspaper that we currently have in Lexington is not an effective way to communicate to the public. Allowing the publication of notices on the Town’s website and/or in a local digital newspaper to satisfy legal requirements set forth in the general laws will be more effective. Mr. Leon said that the economic impact of this Article will not be good for the print media in Lexington. Ms. Thompson agreed with Mr. Leon. The members discussed and decided to support the Article. Mr. Schanbacher moved to recommend Town Meeting approve Article 42, Digital Publication of Legal Notices. Ms. Thompson seconded the motion. The Planning Board voted in favor of the motion 5-0-0 (Roll call: Creech – yes; Peters – yes; Schanbacher – yes; Thompson – yes; Hornig – yes). MOTION PASSED Lexington Planning Board Meeting Minutes March 13, 2024 Page 10 of 12 Board Administration Board Member Updates - There were no updates from the Board members. Staff Updates Ms. McCabe informed the Board about the Town Manager Mr. Jim Malloy’s announcement to retire at the end of September. Ms. McCabe also informed the members about the Citizen Planning Training Collaborative’s Annual Conference in Worcester on Saturday. Review of Meeting Minutes: Draft 2/28/24 Mr. Schanbacher moved that the Planning Board approve the draft Minutes of the meeting held on 02.28.24 as presented. Ms. Thompson seconded the motion. The Planning Board voted in favor of the motion 5-0-0 (Roll call: Creech – yes; Peters – yes; Schanbacher – yes; Thompson – yes; Hornig – yes). MOTION PASSED Upcoming Meetings tentative: 6:00 pm Wed. 3/27, 6:00 pm Mon. 4/1, Wed. 4/3, Thur. 4/11 Mr. Peters reminded the Board about the possible pre-Town Meetings scheduled for March 27th, April 1st, April 3rd and April 11th and went over the proposed agenda items. Mr. Peters also suggested scheduling a meeting on Monday April 8th, when Zoning Articles would tentatively come before the Town Meeting. Ms. McCabe suggested the Board members meet on Wednesday May 8th and Wednesday May 22nd for regular Planning Board Meetings. Adjournment Mr. Schanbacher moved that the Planning Board adjourn the meeting of March 13, 2024. Ms. Thompson seconded the motion. The Planning Board voted in favor of the motion 5-0-0 (Roll call: Creech – yes; Peters – yes; Schanbacher – yes; Thompson – yes; Hornig – yes). MOTION PASSED Meeting adjourned at 9:18 p.m. Lex Media recorded the meeting. Material from the meeting can be found in the Planning Board’s Novus Packet. List of Documents 1. 28 Meriam St. & 32 Edgewood Rd., 28 Meriam Street Lexington, LLC – Site Plan Review Public Hearing for special residential development: a. Staff memo dated 03.07.24 b. Peer review memo dated 03.07.24 Public Comments: a. Electronic Mail from George Smith to Planning Board, Subject: 28 Meriam St & 32 Edgewood Rd, sent February 15, 2024. b. Electronic Mail from Frank Haydu to Abigail McCabe, Subject: Thank You and thoughts for March 13 Meeting, sent March 6, 2024 Lexington Planning Board Meeting Minutes March 13, 2024 Page 11 of 12 c. Electronic Mail from Steve Woit to Planning Board, Subject: Submission for March 13th Meeting on 32 Edgewood Rd./28 Meriam St. Proposed Development, sent March 7, 2024 d. Electronic Mail from Lauren Brodsky to Planning Board, Subject Meriam/Edgewood project, sent March 7, 2024 e. Letter from Attorney Gwen Nolan King of Nolan & King, LLC dated March 7 2024, to Planning Board, Re: Opposition to Site Sensitive Development at 28 Meriam Street and 32 Edgewood Road (4 pages) with Exhibits A-E. f. Electronic Mail from Randy Kinard to Planning Board, Subject: Edgewood Project/28 Meriam, sent March 7, 2024 g. Letter from Scott Horsley, to Planning Board, dated March 7, 2024 to Planning Board, Re: Site Sensitive Development 28 Meriam Street and 32 Edgewood Road Lexington, MA (6 pages). h. Electronic Mail from Alexandra Worden, Subject: Concerns and requests regarding 28 Meriam St and 32 Edgewood Rd, with an attachment to Members of Planning Commission (2 pages) sent on March 7, 2024 i. Electronic Mail from Kana Norimoto, Subject Comments for submission ahead of the 28 Meriam Street public hearing on March 13,2024 sent on March 8, 2024 j. Electronic Mail from Marc and Zilla Breakstone, to the Lexington Planning Department, Subject: Application for development at 28 Meriam St and 32 Edgewood Rd, with one attachment (2 pages) sent on March 8, 2024 k. Electronic Mail from Julia Liu to the members of the Planning Board, Subject Concerns- Project 28 Meriam St. & 32 Edgewood Road sent on March 7, 2024 l. Electronic Mail from Kate McCarey, to the Lexington Planning Board, Subject: Comments on the 28 Miriam/32 Edgewood Development sent on March 8, 2024 m. Electronic Mail from Jennifer McKinley to the Lexington Planning Board, Subject: 28 Meriam/ Edgewood sent on March 7, 2024 with two pictures of the neighborhood n. Electronic Mail from Mike Kennealy to Planning Board Members, Subject: The Edgewood at Meriam Hill sent on March 12, 2024. o. Electronic Mail from Tom Shiple to Planning Board and Staff, Subject: Bike parking plan for 28 Meriam St sent on March 12, 2024. p. Electronic Mail from Bridger McGaw, a Statement on behalf of Merriam Hill Association Board to the Planning Board, Subject: Statement from Merriam Hill Association Board on 28 Meriam Street Project sent on March 13, 2024. 2. 23 Bennington Rd. Approval Not Required (ANR) Plan (Map 31, Lot 68) to split property to create second lot fronting on Pelham Road: a. Aerial view b. GIS Lot Plan view c. ANR Plan 3. 83 Hancock St. Approval Not Required (ANR) Plan (Map 70, Lot 4A) and 55 Coolidge Ave. (Map 64, Lot 122A) to reconfigure lot lines: a. Project Cover letter dated 03.05.2024 Lexington Planning Board Meeting Minutes March 13, 2024 Page 12 of 12 b. ANR Plan c. GIS Lot Map d. Aerial View 4. 2024 Annual Town Meeting: a. Article 33: ATM Presentation slides. b. Articles 34, 35, & 36: Article 34 Presentation Slides, Article 35 Presentation Slides, Article 36 Presentation Slides.