11/07/2007 PLANNING BOARD Minutes

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The Town Planner made reference to lot elevations, especially Lots 23 and 23A a they are located within the flood area. The original l -lots subject to the covenants were held basically as leverage to resolve the overall flooding issues, not all ofthe lots are prone to-flood-.. He,also- de'referenee to-a-statement made in Attorney Losordo's letter dated October 11, 2007 indicating that all of the road covenants have been released. The Town Planner clarified that the road covenants for the 1 -lots have nearer been released. The Chairman recalled that this matter has:been discussed at prior meetings and that she was under the impression that an understanding had been reached in this matter that the covenants had not been released. This understanding had been determined by review of past Planning Board/Staff Mindtes and Subdivision Records. Mr. Rooney suggested that in the event the Board chooses to vote to release the covenants that it is done-with the express understanding that no determination is being made for the individual lots should they flood in the future. He also ugested that references to septic systems, etc. would fall under the jurisdiction ofthe.Board of Health. The Town Planner further stated that there are no direct flow connections between Ma hpee Pond-and the subject area. Mr. Rowley suggested that whatever is to be released should reflect those conditions outlined in the original approval. Basically it states that difficulty in developing the lots due to the existence of an extremely high water table impacting the lots. Applicant has demonstrated that the groundwater for each of the lots is below the level of development. The Town Planner spoke to the unique geology of the area stating he has some reservations with the release of the covenant on the lower lots. The water level rises rapidly in this area due to the porous material. The Quaker Run Valley area appears to react differently than the surrounding areas under heavy snow/rain conditions. He is not convinced that flooding conditions would not occur again in the loner lots. There is a possibility that the cranberry bog may contribute to the flooding situation. There being no further Board, Staff, or Public comment, this matter was then continued to the December 19, 2007 meeting. Definitive Subdivision Flan Scott Bauer-8 Blue Castle give Subdivision of One Lot Into Two and Approval of Easement The Chairman called this matter to order and recognized Stephen Doyle, representing the Applicant.