8/14/2017 AFFORDABLE HOUSING Minutes

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3 Affordable Housing Trust Minutes August 14, 2017 Conceptual designs will determine the amount of unit numbers from a wastewater loading perspective. Based on preliminary studies the parcels could include approximately 63 bedroom units of family style housing contained within a large apartment style complex. This may be the most efficient use of the property based on the limited amount of lands and wetlands traversing through the parcels. The scope and goal of the project would develop up to three concepts which would include basic building designs, residential units,parking layout, the access road and wastewater advancements including stormwater management. For every 1 acre of disturbance, 1.5 acres is required to be set aside for mitigation. A brief discussion followed regarding the use of other parcels located in the Town of Mashpee for possible mitigation. Contingency funding would consider off-site mitigation, although his initiative may delay the project development. The most efficient use of the property would most likely consider one building in apartment style units or a cottage village type housing unit clustered around open space with parking. Unit count will dictate the building count, and wastewater will dictate the number of units as well as the land use. From a design point, Parcel C may be most suitable for mitigation purposes and open space. It may be possible to develop a trail in this area. Mr. Kuchar indicated that an easement might be required to cross the right of way to the A & B parcels. It was noted the Southeape Resort, Holland Mills development and Great Hay estates lie within the subject area. There is a shared road at the site with Southport complex and the referenced subdivisions. It was noted that contiguous land near Holland Mills could possibly be used for development purposes. Regarding site accessibility, it was suggested the road extend well into the site. It is expected the developer would run a new water line or negotiate the Southeape. Preliminary estimates provided by the Water District reveal a cost of$85,000 to $100,000 to run the waterline. There is also an existing well on the Southcape property. In closing, Mr. Kuchar indicated it is the objective of Horsley and Witten to have final plans and a report to the AHT in early November. Documentation should be prepared by February for the Selectmen's review in preparation for the May Town Meeting warrant. Work is anticipated to steadily commence. Assistant Town Manager Wayne E. Taylor will work directly with this firm on behalf of the Town, and streamline the meetings associated to this project. Affordable Housing Committee member Bud Abbott indicated he is pleased the project is moving forward.