10/15/2003 PLANNING BOARD Minutes

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There being no further discussion, the Chairman entertained a motion. MOTION : Don Myers made a Motion to proceed as drafted on "Proposal to Release Dots 23 & 3.0, dated October 15, 2 03" pending adequate completion of pavement and any other requirements imposed by the Consulting Engineer as outlined for paving the unpaved portions in front of Lots 23 and 3 ; and those portions of Candlewood Lane and Fox Mill Road as well . said Motion was duly seconded by Dennis Balarini and so voted unanimously. Public Hearing Zoning Article' s for October Town Meeting Section 174-4 . 4 . Accessary Apartment Bylaw - The Ass-istant Town Planner reported specification has been made that Special Permits authorizing one accessory apartment per lot will be granted by the Zoning Board of, Appeals . The word "dwelling" has been deleted; the word %%apartment" is used for consistency. The following l-anguage h,a,s- been added-t,o the text, - - - "The proposal shall require review and recommendations b the Design Review Committee" as- well as, "Appropriate landscaping may be required in order to provide a buffer between the Applicant' s lot and abutting properties" , " 10 new driveway or curb cut shall be created to service t-he accessory apartment" has been added. "The special Permit shall be condi-tioned on a review by the Board of Appeals at a noticed public hearing every three (3) years to determine conformance with all conditions and impact on neighboring properties . Prior to the public hearing the Building Inspector shall conduct a Site Inspection to determine whether all Conditions of the initial approval are being met" has been added. The Affordable Dousing Conunittee has voted -o to remove the above Clause " " . They voiced concern regarding protection of the property owner' s investment, stating there are existing remedies within Town regulation to address zoning violations. (Building Inspector/Cease and Desist Order) ,