PLANNING ZONING COMMISSION MONTHLY MEETING THURSDAY AUGUST 19 2010 WOODSTOCK TOWN HALL Room 1 – 7 30 P M MINUTES I MONTHLY MEETIN

							PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION
MONTHLY MEETING
THURSDAY, AUGUST 19, 2010
WOODSTOCK TOWN HALL, Room 1 – 7:30 P.M.


                                               MINUTES


I.     MONTHLY MEETING
        a. Call to Order – Meeting was called to order at 7:32 by Chair Jeff Gordon
        b. Roll Call – Dave Fortin, John Anastasi, Dr. Gail Dickinson, Dr. Jeffrey Gordon, Fred Rich,
        Joseph Adiletta, Dexter Young, Dorothy Durst, Syd Blodgett (7:35)
        Absent: Ken Goldsmith, Seth Spalding
        Staff present: Delia Fey, Town Planner/ZEO, Tina Lajoie, PZC Clerk
        Others present: William Klansek, Attorney St. Onge, Paul Archer, Norman Perron, William
        Klansek, David Brown, Clarence LaRiviere, Mr. & Mrs. Serio and others

II.    CITIZENS’ COMMENTS

III.   ZEO REPORT
          Inspection at 496 Prospect Street, after report of burning mattresses and other items, revealed
            site is currently being cleaned;
          LaMontagne Woodworking posted several signs along town that were removed after Fey
            contacted them and they did not respond.

IV.    DESIGNATION OF ALTERNATES - None

V.     MINUTES - Regular Meeting – July 15, 2010
       APPROVED UNANIMOUSLY
       No discussion.

VI.    BUDGET REVIEW AND BILLS
       MOTION BY RICH, SECONDED BY YOUNG TO APPROVE BILL IN THE AMOUNT OF
       $546.25 (KLANSEK). ANASTASI ABSTAINS. MOTION CARRIES.
       (Syd Blodgett present at 7:35)

       It was decided by Chair Gordon that since the Public Hearing is scheduled for 8:00, PZC should
       address other business until that time.

       MOTION BY FORTIN TO WORK ON NEW BUSINESS ITEMS BEFORE PUBLIC
       HEARING AT 8:00 P.M., SECONDED BY ANASTASI. MOTION CARRIED
       UNANIMOUSLY.

VII.   PUBLIC HEARING (PZC agreed to work on New Business until 8:00 p.m.)
       593-10-07 William Klansek, Center Cemetery Rd (Map 5130 Block 25 Lot 1) – Dry hydrant
       installation – Activity on a scenic road
       (Anastasi is recusing himself)
       Fey states that the legal notices were both published in the Woodstock Villager, as required, on
       August 6, and 13, 2010. According to letter in the packet, the Geer family states that there is no
       agreement, to date, with Mr. Klansek. Agent for applicant, Norman Perron of Bertin Engineering,
       speaks to the Commission requesting a continuance of the Public Hearing to September 16, 2010.
       Letter is read for the record.
       MOTION TO GRANT EXTENSION TO SEPTEMBER 16, 2010 MEETING BY FORTIN,
       SECONDED BY DICKINSON. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
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VIII.   UNFINISHED BUSINESS
        A. #537-06-05 William Klansek, Center Cemetery Rd – (2-lot subdivision previously
        approved) – proposed modified conservation easement
        (Anastasi is recusing himself from discussion and vote.)
        Fey states she received the revised conservation easement language and metes and bounds, a letter
        from our attorney, and the revised plan that shows the building square for the barn and area of open
        space. Durst questions easement’s legal language from document dated August 19, 2010, regarding
        the consideration of $1 and what this really means for the Town. Klansek states his attorney and our
        attorney have worked this out and Fey states this language was based on our model and the attorney
        has reviewed. Durst also requests clarification on additional language and would like to make sure
        that this agreement does not bind the town in some way. It is confirmed that this language being
        questioned is on all the previous drafts, along with the town’s model.

        Clarence LaRiviere, 174 Center Cemetery Road, asks to see the plan. Fortin would like to be clear
        that this conservation easement has been reviewed previously and with the exception of a few
        changes that were recommended by PZC, the applicant has complied with everything. Fey and
        Klansek have confirmed this to be the case.

        Mr & Mrs. Serio, 145 Center Cemetery Road, has questions regarding conservation easement,
        limitations on barn size and asks the Commission to limit the size of this structure. It is explained
        that if the structure meets the zoning regulations, then it would be approved. Perron provides color
        plan for the public to review and questions are answered by Fey, Perron and Klansek.

        MOTION BY ADILETTA TO ACCEPT CONSERVATION EASEMENT DATED 08-19-
        2010, SECONDED BY FORTIN.
        Norm Perron clarifies limitation of building envelope for Commission.
        Adiletta adds to the motion the following addition: CONDITION THAT THE LANGUAGE
        IS MADE CONSISTENT BETWEEN THE DRAWING AND THE EASEMENT FOR THE
        BUILDABLE SQUARE AND ADD SCHEDULE A ON THE PLAN.

        MOTION CARRIED. ANASTASI ABSTAINS. DURST, NO VOTE RECORDED.

        B. #593-10-07 Wiliam Klansek, Center Cemetery Rd. – Scenic road activity – dry hydrant
        Continuance granted – September 16, 2010.

IX.     NEW BUSINESS
        A. A. Kausch & Sons, subdivision #177, Vivian R. Fetherston & Claire D. O’Connor,
        Roseland Park Rd – 1986 Condition of approval required E&S plan approval by PZC
        Fey provides information to PZC since applicant was not present. Wetland’s application will be
        heard at the Special Meeting on August 30, 2010. Discussion on whether an E&S bond should be
        established. Fey recommends $1,000 bond, unless wetlands agency would like this increased.
        Review of map by PZC.
        MOTION BY FORTIN TO APPROVE E&S CONTROL PLAN WITH BOND AMOUNT OF
        $1,000, IF NECESSARY, SECONDED BY ANASTASI. MOTION CARRIED
        UNANIMOUSLY.

        C. Proposed cell tower – Rte 198, (Map 5789, Block 37, Lot 24) – Request for input on
           potential effects on historic properties within 30 days.

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      Letter is read for the record from Elizabeth Zimmerman dated August 18, 2010 opposing this
      location for a cell tower. Further information is requested on exact location, possibly next to Stoggy
      Hollow or Chamberlain Mill which is a preserved historic property area and may not be an
      appropriate spot for a cell tower, as stated by Dickinson. There is a request for more detailed maps
      from siting council. PZC would like to touch base with Historic Properties Commission before
      providing input.

      MOTION BY ADILETTA TO AUTHORIZE CHAIR GORDON TO DRAFT LETTER
      INDICATING CELL TOWER LOCATION HAS BEEN SOURCE OF CONTROVERSY IN
      THE PAST AND THE AREA NEEDS TO BE RESEARCHED BY HISTORIC
      PROPERTIES COMMISSION, SECONDED BY DICKINSON.
      Discussion: PZC is requesting better maps and additional time for review. Date of receipt is
      August 6th. If information is received in time, they can review at regulation meeting on
      September 2nd, and send letter at that time. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. FRED
      RICH ABSTAINS. Dickinson is requesting Nick Bellantoni, State Archeologist, also review
      the proposal. Gordon thought it was part of their regular review.

      C. #SP594-10-08 Christopher Wootton, 489 Rte 197 – Change of use on existing special
      permit
      Fey explains that Mr. Wootton had a special permit approved several years ago allowing for the
      repair of classic and antique cars. His current proposal is to include newer model cars. There will be
      no additional construction, no changes to the parking lot or building. Mr. Christopher Wootton is
      present to answer questions. A public hearing must be scheduled. Mr. Wootton comments that due
      to the state economy, it is difficult to make ends meet with the limitations as such. The antique
      business has slowed down.
      MOTION BY FORTIN, SECONDED BY DICKINSON TO ACCEPT APPLICATION AND
      SCHEDULE PUBLIC HEARING FOR SEPTEMBER 16, 2010. MOTION CARRIED
      UNANIMOUSLY.

X.    PRELIMINARY DISCUSSION
      Mr. & Mrs. David Brown, 232 W. Quasset Rd – family transfer subdivision
      Fey explains that she had reviewed this with our town attorney in the past because it is an unusual
      property. PZC has received a letter from town attorney in their packet dated February 12, 2010.
      Fey states that there may be a misunderstanding in this letter relating to this being a common
      driveway and not a road therefore only requiring an 18 foot width driveway and not 25. Attorney
      St. Onge is present to represent applicant, along with Paul Archer, surveyor, and Mr. Brown.
      Brown’s property is shown on the map as lot 2. As presented by Attorney St. Onge, 2.99 of the 8.5
      acre lot will be conveyed to the owner’s mother under the family transfer provision. Preliminary
      survey was done by Paul Archer and once the proposal is solidified, he will survey down to the
      water. Plan showing topography would be important to review by PZC since property does slope
      down to the water. Fey states that the zoning regs require a minimum of 25’ of frontage for rear
      lots. The subdivision regs say your driveway has to be 18 feet wide. It’s a road that needs a right-
      of-way of 50 feet. This is not a road and therefore the proposal appears to meet the regulations.
      Young, Adiletta, Fortin, Anastasi and Gordon comment positively on this being a good preliminary
      design and nothing that stands out as a problem.

XI.   NON-RESIDENTIAL DESIGN GUIDELINES
      Syd Blodgett speaks about his current work and will incorporate the comments from Fey and Durst.
      Blodgett asks Commission if his work should present only non-residential or include multi family
      residential. It was decided that multi family, major redevelopment, drive-thru’s, pharmacies, banks,
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        etc., should be included, along with definitions. Chair Gordon would like this item on the
        September regular meeting agenda.

XII.    CITIZEN’S COMMENTS
        a. In depth discussion by the Commission on cell towers in Woodstock, positive and negative
            impacts to the town.
        b. Complaint regarding internally lit signs was discussed. Jock McClellan sent a letter dated
            August 5, 2010 that was provided to PZC.

XIII.   CORRESPONDENCE
        a. Notice of Availability from State of CT DEP re: minimum stream flow standards and
           regulations
        b. Notice of Tentative Determination Improvements and Repairs to Lake Bungee Dam #16933

XIV.    OTHER BUSINESS
        AGvocate Program meeting minutes
           i.   June 9, 2010
          ii.   July 14, 2010

XV.     ADJOURNMENT
        MOTION TO ADJOURN AT 10:00 P.M. BY YOUNG, SECONDED ADILETTA. MOTION
        CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.


        Respectfully Submitted,




        Tina M. Lajoie, Clerk
        Planning & Zoning Commission




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