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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2020-01-27-CONCOM-min OVS MORPVI"G Off` OP aw PUBLIC MEETING MINUTES APRIL 19- Conservation Commission Meering broadcasted by LexMedia 't IN G'j0 AGENDA Monday, January 271h, 2020, 6:30 p.m., Parker Room, Town Office Building, 1625 Massachusetts Avenue 02421 Commissioners Present: Phil Hamilton, David Langseth, Duke Bitsko, Ruth Ladd, Alex Dohan, Kevin Beuttell and Holly Samuels Staff Present: Karen Mullins, Conservation Director and Katie Luczai, Dept. Assistant 6:30 pm New Business/Pendine Matters Request for Certificate of Compliance: 18 Constitution Road DEP 201-884 BL 843 Ms. Mullins reported that the permit was issued in 2013 and was extended until 2018. The certificate of compliance was not ready to be issued. Request for Certificate of Compliance: 29 Dawes Road DEP 201-1125 BL 1082 On a motion by Ms. Dohan and seconded by Mr. Beuttell, the Commission voted 7-0 to issue a full certificate of compliance. Renew permit for goat grazing at Chiesa Farm On a motion by Ms. Ladd and seconded by Mr. Beuttell, the Commission 7-0 to renew the permit to graze goats at Chiesa Farm for 2020. Request for Plan Modification: 430 Concord Avenue DEP 201-938 BL 897 —gas service relocation Mr. Rich Kirby, Mr. Mike Capachietti and Mr. Jim Tranghese presented before the Commission. The applicant is proposing to install an eight(8) foot tall fence at the base of the slope located next to the parking lot. Additional plantings such as inkberry or bayberry shrubs are proposed to be planted where initial plantings failed to establish. A plant restoration list has yet to be submitted. Abutters to the property, Ms. Jill Barnes and Ms. Sharon Hayes of 426 Concord Avenue supported the installation of an eight(8) foot tall fence. On a motion by Mr. Beuttell and seconded by Ms. Dohan, the Commission voted 7-0 to approve the plan modification for the substitution of plantings, relocation of the gas line and installation of a fence. Approve Wright Farm Subcommittee Charge On a motion by Ms. Ladd and seconded by Mr. Beuttell, the Commission voted 7-0 to approve the Wright Farm Subcommittee Charge. Approve Minutes: 12/16/2019, 1/6/2020 On a motion by Ms. Samuels and seconded by Ms. Dohan the Commission voted 7-0 to approve the minutes pending edits for December 16, 2019. On a motion by Ms. Samuels and seconded by Ms. Ladd the Commission voted 7-0 to approve the minutes pending edits for January 6, 2020. Site Visit Schedule for 2/10/2020 Meeting Site visits will be conducted as scheduled. Reports: Bike Advisory, Community Gardens, Community Preservation Committee, Greenway Corridor Committee, Land Acquisition, Land Management, Land Steward Directors, and Tree Committee The Commission will meet on Monday, February 3rd to discuss proposed storm water and buffer zone regulations. Mr. Bitsko asked for an update regarding the tree nursery near the Lower Vine Brook. 7:00 pm New Public Meetings/Hearings ViewPoint Cloud Permit 4CORD-19-2 DEP 201-X Abbreviated Notice of Resource Area, 1050 Waltham Street Applicant: BH GRP 1050 Waltham Owner LLC c/o Greatland Realty Partners Project: Confirmation of resource area delineation Documentation Submitted: - Plans, prepared by BSC Group and VHB, dated December 11, 2019 and December 20, 2019 - Photographic Log, prepared by VHB, dated 2019 - MassDEP Abbreviated Notice of Resource Area Delineation Application and narrative, dated 12/20/2019 - Wetland Determination Data Form dated 11/12/2019 Mr. Kevin Sheehan and Mr. Eric Olsen, wetland scientist with VHB presented before the Commission. The application wishes to confirm the resource area delineation with the Conservation Commission. Mr. Olsen stated that he made observations at the property in September and again in November. The property has two wetlands with associated buffer zones. Concerns of the Commission: - The hydric soils on the property indicated that the protected resource areas appear to extend farther than shown on the submitted plans. Response of the Applicant: - The applicant will coordinate with Ms. Mullins to re-evaluate the wetland delineation on site. On a motion by Ms. Dohan and seconded by Mr. Beuttell, the Commission voted 7-0 to continue the meeting until February 101h, 2020 at the applicant's request. 7:18pm ViewPoint Cloud Permit 4CDOA-20-2 Request for Determination of Applicability, Eldred Road Applicant: Lexington Department of Public Works Project: Replacement of 6" and 8"water main with associated activities Documentation Submitted: - Plans, "Eldred Street Water Replacement Project", prepared by the Town of Lexington, dated May 2019 - MassDEP Determination of Applicability Application and narrative, prepared by Marissa Liggiero, dated 11/27/2019 Ms. Marissa Liggiero and Mr. Dave Pavlik presented before the Commission. The applicant proposes to replace a water main within the 100 foot buffer zone of a bordering vegetated wetland. Erosion control will be installed along the entire length of the project. Dewatering will occur if necessary. The project is set to begin at the end of April or early May and continue through the summer. Concerns of the Commission: - Construction staging will be determined during the pre-construction meeting. On a motion by Ms. Ladd and seconded by Mr. Beuttell, the Commission voted 7-0 to issue a Negative Determination with conditions. 7:23pm ViewPoint Cloud Permit 4CDOA-19-37 Request for Determination of Applicability, 15 Middleby Road Applicant: Scott and Michele Bokun Project: Replacement of driveway and installation of two geothermic wells Documentation Submitted: - Plans, "Proposed Site Plan, Two Geothermal Wells for 15 Middleby Road", prepared by SLB Group, LLC, signed and stamped by Timothy Power PE 26906, dated 12/30/19 - Detailed Project Description, prepared by Timothy Power, dated 12/30/2019 - Plans for Water Control, prepared by Timothy Power, dated 1/27/2019 - MassDEP Determination of Applicability Application, dated 12/20/3019 Mr. Tim Power and Mr. and Mrs. Bokun, homeowners, presented before the Commission. The applicant is proposing to install two geothermic wells underneath their current driveway which is outside of the 100 foot buffer zone. A portion of the associated pipe is proposed underground within the 100 foot buffer zone. To complete the project they will be digging a 4x4' pit to install the wells. The entire process should take 1-2 days to complete. The project has already been approved through the Board of Health. Concerns of the Commission: - If the contractors find slurry what will happen? Response of the Applicant: - The project is a closed loop system. - The applicant has prepared multiple contingency plans if they hit excessive water. On a motion by Ms. Dohan and seconded by Mr. Langseth, the Commission voted 7-0 to issue a negative determination with conditions. 7:36pm ViewPoint Cloud Permit 4CDOA-20-1 Request for Determination of Applicability, 160 Lincoln Street Applicant: Andrew and Patricia Kuo Yew Project: Proposed expansion of existing garage Documentation Submitted: - Plans, "Site Plan 160 Lincoln Street",prepared by Frederick W. Russell, signed and stamped by Frederick Russell PE 36713, dated 12/26/2019 - Drainage Analysis, prepared by Frederick W. Russell, signed and stamped by Frederick Russell PE 36713, dated 1/6/20 - MassDEP Determination of Applicability Application, prepared by Frederick W. Russell, signed and stamped by Frederick Russell PE 36713, dated 12/30/19 Mr. Fred Russell, project engineer and Mr. Yew, homeowner, presented before the Commission. The applicant is proposing to expand the existing garage onto the existing paved area within the 100 foot buffer zone. A trench drain will be moved into the front setback by four feet. The applicant is going before the Zoning Board of Appeals for project approval. Concerns of the Commission: - Is the trench drain downgradient of the dwelling? Response of the Applicant: - The trench is downgradient. On a motion by Ms. Dohan and seconded by Mr. Langseth, the Commission voted 7-0 to issue a negative determination with conditions. ViewPoint Cloud Permit 4CDOA-20-3 Request for Determination of Applicability, 254 East Emerson Road Applicant: Booyong Lim Project: Second story addition above existing garage Documentation Submitted: - Plans, "Site Plan Showing Proposed Construction", prepared by Snelling & Hamel Associates, Inc., signed and stamped by John R. Hamel PLS435029, dated 12/12/2019 - MassDEP Determination of Applicability Application and narrative, prepared by LEC Environmental Consultants Inc., dated 12/12/2019 Mr. Rich Kirby, wetland scientist from LEC Environmental presented before the Commission. The applicant is proposing to construct a second story addition above an existing garage within the 100 foot buffer zone as well as outside of the FEMA Flood Zone. There is no change in impervious surface area. Stockpiling will occur in the garage, on the driveway or in the front yard. There is no alteration to the grading/lawn proposed. Concerns of the Commission: - If any trees are to be removed. Response of the Applicant: - No trees are going to be removed. On a motion by Ms. Ladd and seconded by Mr. Beuttell, the Commission voted 7-0 to issue a negative determination with conditions. 7:45pm ViewPoint Cloud Permit 4AOOC-20-1 DEP 1042 Amendment to Order of Conditions, 7 Crosby Road Applicant: Ameresco, Inc. o/b/o Town of Lexington Project: Installation of solar carport and rooftop solar arrays Documentation Submitted: - Request for Amendment to Order of Conditions, "Rooftop and Parking Lot Canopy Solar Photovoltaic Installation" memo, prepared by Wood Massachusetts, Inc, dated 12/11/2019 - Plans, prepared by Wood Massachusetts, Inc., dated 1/3/2020 - Memo, "Hastings Elementary School Solar PV Carport Stormwater Evaluation", prepared by Wood Massachusetts, Inc., dated 1/6/20 - Memo, "7 Crosby Rd AOOC Comments", prepared by Michael Sprague, dated 1/13/20 Mr. Stephen Herzog, consultant with Wood, Inc. and Mr. Jackson Doughty, project engineer, presented before the Commission. The applicant is proposing to install a solar carport over the existing pervious pavement as well as rooftop solar panels. A concrete pad is proposed for the placement of a battery storage area that is within the 100 foot buffer zone to a bordering vegetated wetland. Concerns of the Commission: - How the concrete footings that secure the solar canopy affect the storm water management system since it is an increase in impervious surface area. - How the concrete pillars will be installed. - Will soil be filled on top of the concrete footings? - Engineering drainage calculations will need to be completed again because there is about a net increase of 200 or more square feet of impervious surface area. - How does this construction impact the tree count and if there are plans to plant additional trees. - Was the concrete pad included in the original notice of intent? The Commission asked that photographs be taken of the concrete pad. Concerns of the Abutters: - Will the solar arrays direct light towards abutters? (Jeff Ruberti of 41 School Street and Mary Donahue of 3 Crosby Road) - Will the generator or battery cause any noise? (Mary Donahue of 3 Crosby Road) Response of the Applicant: - The concrete posts are 36 inches in diameter. There will be 26 posts. - The concrete pillars will be poured before the pavement is installed. The concrete pillars will project above ground for safety reasons. - The applicant has prepared but not submitted a planting plan. - The concrete pad was included in the original Notice of Intent. The applicant will submit photographs and will upload the original notice of intent that includes the concrete pad. - The solar arrays face inwards so there should not be any light reflecting onto abutting properties nor will there be any noise. On a motion by Mr. Beuttell and seconded by Mr. Langseth, the Commission voted 7-0 to continue the hearing from January 27, 2020 until February 10, 2020 at the applicant's request. 8:15pm ViewPoint Cloud Permit 4AOOC-20-2 DEP 201-1082 Amendment to Order of Conditions, 20 Pelham Road Applicant: Ameresco, Inc. o/b/o Town of Lexington Project: Installation of solar carport and rooftop solar arrays Documentation Submitted: - Request for Amendment to Order of Conditions, "Rooftop and Parking Lot Canopy Solar Photovoltaic Installation" memo, prepared by Wood Massachusetts, Inc. dated 12/20/2019 - Plans, prepared by Wood Massachusetts, Inc., dated 1/7/2020 - Memo, "Lexington Children's Place Solar PV Carport Stormwater Evaluation", prepared by Wood Massachusetts, Inc., dated 1/16/20 - Memo, "20 Pelham Rd AOOC Comments", prepared by Michael Sprague, dated 1/13/20 Mr. Stephen Herzog, consultant with Wood, Inc. and Mr. Jackson Doughty, project engineer, presented before the Commission. The applicant is proposing to install a solar carport over the existing pervious pavement as well as rooftop solar panels. A concrete pad is proposing for the placement of a battery storage area that is within the 100 foot buffer zone to a bordering vegetated wetland. Concerns of the Commission: - How the concrete footings affect the storm water system. - If any trees are going to be removed and replaced. - Might the excavation of the footings impact contamination of the infiltration system? Where the spoils go? How the area will be cleaned? - Describe the trenching of the solar. Concerns of the Abutters: - Are there any health concerns? (Joseph Ramos of 15 Pelham Road) - Are there any lights proposed underneath the solar arrays? (Karen Edmunds of 23 Pelham Road) - The size of the solar panel carport arrays, the angles of the solar arrays and fencing of the solar panels. (Joseph Ramos of 15 Pelham Road) Response of the Applicant: - The applicant will respond to the engineering concerns and prepare a planting plan. - The applicant can install a mat or tarp to collect the materials. - The solar panels are over 4,000 square feet, will not reflect light and will not be surrounded by fencing or any barriers. - The conduit runs have already been pre-laid. - There are lights proposed under the solar arrays which will automatically turn on and off in accordance with the Town's light bylaw. On a motion by Ms. Dohan and seconded by Ms. Samuels the Commission voted 7-0 to continue the hearing from January 27, 2020 to February 10, 2020 at the applicant's request. Continued Public Meetings/Hearings DEP 201-1167 BL 1122 ViewPoint Cloud 4CNOI-19-30 NOI, 17 Stedman Road (Clarke School) Applicant: Ameresco, Inc. Project: Construction of parking canopy solar photovalic energy system over existing parking lot and vegetated areas Documentation Submitted: - Engineering Memorandum, "17 Stedman Rd Comments", from Michael Sprague, to Karen Mullins, dated January 13, 2020 Mr. Stephen Herzog, consultant with Wood, Inc. and Mr. Jackson Doughty, project engineer, presented before the Commission. An engineering memo was submitted by the Town Engineer. On a motion by Mr. Beuttell and seconded by Ms. Ladd, the Commission voted 7-0 to close the hearing. ViewPoint Cloud Permit 4CNOI-19-32 DEP 201-1170 NOI, 72 Kendall Road Applicant: Denny Zheng Project: Addition to a single family dwelling Applicant has requested a continuance from Monday, January 27, 2020 until February 10th, 2020. On a motion by Mr. Beuttell and seconded by Ms. Dohan, the Commission voted 7-0 to continue until February 101h, 2020 at the applicant's request. DEP 201-1163 BL 1118 ViewPoint Cloud 4CNOI-19-27 NOI, 91 Hartwell Avenue Applicant: John Cappellano Project: Construction of lab and office building, above ground parking garage and associated infrastructure Applicant has requested a continuance from Monday, January 27, 2020 until February 10th, 2020. On a motion by Ms. Ladd and seconded by Mr. Beuttell, the Commission voted 7-0 to continue until February 241h, 2020 at the applicant's request. DEP 201-1137 BL 1094 NOI, 127 North Street Applicant: Ying Chen and Katherine Van Stry o/b/o Bull Realty, LLC Project: Raze and rebuild of a single family dwelling Applicant has requested a continuance from Monday, January 27, 2020 until February 10th, 2020. On a motion by Mr. Beuttell and seconded by Ms. Ladd, the Commission voted 7-0 to continue until February 101h, 2020 at the applicant's request. Pending Matters if continued to after hearing) On a motion by Ms. Dohan and seconded by Mr. Beuttell, the Commission voted 7-0 to adjourn the meeting. 8:40pm