1/12/2007 PLAN REVIEW COMMITTEE MINUTES Minutes

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An abutter Christopher wixtrom of 532 Main Street challenged whether the existing special permit for outside storage is valid since it was not recorded in time. The permit was issued in 1997 with the stipulation that it would expire if it was not used within two years. It was recorded in 2004. He claims the fonner tenant had storage outside and therefore was in violation. He also noted that the zoning changed, The Fire Chief suggested a review of the zoning and talk with the Board of Appeals and do some research. Applicant only submitted plans for the section of the building to be renovated. They need to provide a new blueprint of the entire foot print including the storage area in which they intend to store lumber. They need to schedule a mecting with the Deputy Fire Chief to review storage amounts and det rrm*ne if they need fire sprinldrs. Building Inspector will contact the`gown Attorney regarding the issue of outside storage under the 1997 Special Permit to determine validity of same. Applicant needs to submit a revised site plan showing parking,outside storage, etc. The existing driveway does not comply with the current distance requirements for separation of a driveway from an intersection. The applicant should consider moving the driveway farther away from Rte. 130. Perhaps they might consider moving the entrance more onto Echo Road. They have considered Widening the entrance to lo'. They could do one-way traffic and add another opening. They will review their options. They plan to create a parking lot. Elevation plans as shown along with landscaping plan will be a welcome change to the building and corner. Applicant is advised to provide a more complete concept and return to Ilan Review when issues have been resolved. Discussion- Digital submission requirements Worn Mayo Rene Read The discussion focused on the idea of instituting a new digital submission requirement for all graphic oriented submissions to the Town, i.e. plot plans, septic as#builts, sewage treatment plans, architectural plans,wetlands delineation plans and others. It is suggested that the requirement be written to include many possible submission formats,though only a scanned image would be required. The cost for scanning would be the same for every department,would vary by the size of the plan, and the suggested$2.00 cost is an estimate only for discussion. The `own is not currently out of compliance with the public records law. This requirement would be a first step towards making it easier for the public to access the Town's plans. The proposal is to require digital submissions of all plans going forward. Scanning pri