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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1971-01-251 1 I I PLANNING BOARD MEETING January 25, 1971 The meeting was called to order by Vice-chairman Worrell at 7:30 p.m. with members Clarke, Graham and Mrs. Brown, DAC representative Notkin, Planning Director Zaleski and secretary Mrs. Cole present. Mr. John Crowe of Eco-tecture explained the revised plans, 5th scheme, for the proposed RH-subsidized housing, Bow St., Cataldo Farms property, showing land elevations, road relocation, underground parking for 21 cars and rearrangement of buildings. Attorney William Dailey, Ralph Cataldo, and David Pavelko from Eco-tecture were also present. Mr. Crowe said that abutters had objected to the access from Rindge Ave. since the adjacent playground makes for much activity in that area. The new street location will involve some grading to improve visibility. The fact sheet presented Nov. 30, 1970 remains basically the same - 74 units, 1 1/2 to 2 stories on 7.6 acres. Mr. Graham requested esti- mates on finances and numbers of children. Mr. Worrell expressed the feeling that the openness was not there; the development seemed crowded together. The Planning Director pointed out that the roadway along the southwesterly edge of the property opens up the adjacent land for more apartments. Mr. Notkin wanted to know what would happen if the prices were too high with garages under some of the buildings and was told that there was little cost difference between the space under being used as a basement or for parking. Some members felt that the effect on the traffic around the curve on Bow St. should be studied further. The proponents said that the name may be changed to Mill Brook Courts. Messrs. Cataldo, Crowe, Dailey and Pavelko left to meet with the Conservation Commission. Plans were left with the Planning Board for further study. The Minutes of January 18 were approved as submitted. The proposed letters to the Board of Appeals re., Conroy (72 Waltham St.), Eaton Rd. and Wilson Farms were discussed by the Board. BOW ST., CATALDO FARMS 1/18 MINUTES LETTERS TO B/A Conroy - approved as amended with the suggestion that the Board CONROY of Appeals postpone the consideration of this petition until after Town Meeting. Noted, but not discussed was Mr. Conroy's list of intended improvements to the property. Eaton Rd. - approved with "as shown on the plan" added. Wilson Farms - approved. Mrs. Brown agreed to be present at the hearing to explain the Board's intent. The letter from the Board of Appeals, the petition and drawings on the new application from Richard S. Kraska for a restaurant and signs (the original petition for signs only was withdrawn) were noted by the Plan- ning Board. Members discussed briefly the access, parking requirements, possible underground wiring requirements, desirability of requiring screening or planting of trees, a question of the Hatch Act and refer- ence to a letter from Mr. Morehouse, Soil Conservation Service. It was decided to postpone further discussion of this petition until the Plan- ning Director has an opportunity to study the plans and make recommenda- tions. The Board unanimously approved with minor amendments the letter drafted by Mrs. Brown to Mrs. Florence Britt, 7 Raymond St. explaining the EATON RD. WILSON FARMS KRASKA, DENNY'S RESTAURANT AND SIGNS RAYMOND ST. REZONING TO CB DISTRICT 1 1 �I 1.25.71 minutes (continued) -2 reason for the rezoning article in the Annual Town Meeting warrant to RAYMOND ST extend the CB district along Raymond St., including her property. (continued) The Board decided that an appointment should be made to meet with Dr. MEDICAL Stewart of the Lexington Medical Center Building and Clinic Association CENTER, and owners of property at 19 Muzzey St. to discuss options or agree- MUNICIPAL ments for portions of their land to be used for municipal parking in PARKING accordance with 1971 Annual Town Meeting Warrant Articles. The Board discussed the proposal for the establishment of Minuteman REGIONAL Regional Vocational Technical High School. Referred to were the VOCATIONAL letter to Mr. Page, the newspaper release and two pages of JGA recom- TECHNICAL mendations. The Board has held off on any recommendations to Mr. Page. HIGH Having noted a warrant article for the vocational school, the Board SCHOOL expressed the desire to be helpful. It was agreed that Meagherville lacks important ingredients for this kind of school for several reasons, including the fact that it should have access to Route 2, the traffic generated would be prohibitive and JGA does not recommend it. It was not clear as to whether the Meagherville area is being considered as a site for the Vocational Technical School. The JGA position on the school has not been made public. Mrs. Brown agreed to meet with Mr. Page to find out what form of response or help he would want from the Planning Board. Copies of the proposed revision of the sign by-law will be provided for SIGN the Planning Board members. DAC representative Notkin was given a copy BY-LAW for review by the Design Advisory Committee. REVISION Noted by the Board were the following: INFORMATION NOTED 1. The topographic map of Lexington prepared for TMMA distribution. 2. A reprint from the Winchester Star of a Winchester Planning Board notice of a public hearing February 1 on the application of Irene B. Graziano for definitive approval of a subdivision of land on Edward Dr. Mr. Zaleski will inquire into this proposal. 3. The list of Warrant Articles for Annual Town Meeting from the Selectmen. 4. Town Manager's letter concerning layouts for the Planning Board office in the new building. 5. Minutes of LCSR for January 19. Noted particularly were the comments on Section 235 of the 1968 Housing Act. 6. Planning Director's reply dated January 19 to Donald K. Irwin, Building Inspector, in regard to 394 Lowell St. and the request for a certificate of compliance for a proposed food brokerage at that location. 7. Three letters to the petitioners for public hearings on Warrant Articles for rezoning. It outlined their responsibilities at these meetings. 8. The Planning Director's memo of January 22 on Emerson Rd. reim- bursement in the Grove subdivision. ' 1,25,71 minutes (continued) -3 The meeting adjourned at 9:35 p.m. 1 LI Eric T. Clarke Clerk Upon a question from Meagherville the Vice -Chairman as to the Planning Board's MEACHERVILLE report, the Planning Director suggested that his report REPORT on Meagherville be reviewed by a member of the Planning Board editorially and the substance of the report be discussed by the Board at a meeting in the future. The meeting adjourned at 9:35 p.m. 1 LI Eric T. Clarke Clerk