7/30/2003 ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS Minutes

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Zoning Board Of Appeals Minutes of Public Hearing (July 30, 2003) 2 Meetinghouse Hill load Chapter are all across the coast. Mr. Thulin says that perhaps that could be done, however he again refers to the septic system problem. Mr. Felson asks Mr. Low ly if, in his opinion, this is a better situation for the Town of Mashpee than the original plan. Mr. Rowely answers that having walked the site; there is a substantial amount ofrun off from a culvert and the road itself, It all collects in a bowl type area, which is in the vicinity of Mr. Valle's lot. It is clear in his opinion that there be adequate area for drainage so that the run off does not go into the river. Mr. Regan asks Mr. Thulin how this drainage problem was missed beforehand. Mr. Thulin fully admits it was his error, however, he says it was an easy mistake to make given the property, Vernon Pocknet and Wilfred Dorris, to abutters voice their concerns regarding this drainage problem. Mr. Thulin and Mr. Valle explain the drainage problem in detail to them with reference to their lots. Attorney Jason Talerman began the negotiation process by suggesting both parties compromise on the last affordable house. Mr. Regan suggest the last affordable which was originally permitted at 11 % of the median income become 1 % of the median income. Mr. Valle tells the Board that everything depends on hove much he can get for the market rate houses. Can he be assured that he can get $285,000—then 130% would he acceptable. If the numbers are substantially less, thea it becomes a problem. Mr. Regan informs him that the market is strong and there would be a line forming for both the market homes and the affordable Domes. Mr, Regan asks Mr. Glynn if e could submit a new analysis of numbers as far as what market rates are at this point. Mr. Glynn says he will get the number to him but informs him that the market fluctuates often and may not accurately reflect the true value. Mr. Valle and Mr. Regan discuss how much market hones go for and what types of extras on the market hones will increase the cost of the house. They further discuss that fact that they do not want problems with the Diver in the future and wish to address these problems now. Mr. Valle tells the Board that if the market hones are sold for $285,000—his profit margin is about 14%. Mr. Valle discusses how long the project may take what with waiting for the decision t be written and waiting for the appeal period. The Board is looking to support this project to the fullest and will do whatever it can to expedite the process. They are now fully aware ofthe problems on the Mr. Valle's plate and wish to work with him as they always have. After much discussion hack and forth, the Z A and Mr. Valle agree on the following: ■ There will be 3 affordable rdbl homes ■ There will be one moderately affordable home at 130% of the median income) as compared to the previously agreed on 11 %. ■ Mr. Valle may choose any 4 lots so long as they are not contiguous. (Across the street from each other is ok a The subdivision will be 11 lots in total. 1 4