5/18/2016 PLANNING BOARD Minutes

Home Browse Search

also explained the collection of roofwater and pavement runoff and the use of little systems as opposed to a larger system. Sewer will be conveyed to the adjacent wastewater treatment facility, the design of which is being addressed with Mashpee Commons. Water will circumnavigate the building. Two fire hydrants have been proposed. Gas is being addressed. A robust landscape plan has been developed and Mr. Cummings noted that the treeline facing Windchime would consist of evergreens. Mr. Burke added that the project would be LEED certifiable. Mr. Balzarini expressed concern regarding the width and access for fire trucks and vehicles. Mr, Yergation confirmed that the travel aisles were designed in compliance with the Zoning Bylaws and Mr. Fudala confirmed that they were 24 feet. Additionally, Autoturn is used during the design process to confirm that all vehicles would fit, including emergency vehicles and trash trucks. It was also confirmed that the gravel of the access road was hard like pavement so a fire truck should have no difficulty. Mr. Fudala recommended further discussion with the Fire Department, particularly as it related to the south side of the building, because 22 feet was needed to set up the tow truck and only 18 feet was available. The Chair would like it in writing that the Fire Department supports the plan. Anna Gordon of EGA Architects echoed the LEED certifiability status of the building. Ms. Gordon indicated that the project had committed to 48 points with 9 additional possible points. Ms. Gordon sited such examples as water efficiencies, pedestrian access, stormwater pretreatment, site lighting, recycling of construction debris and low VQC. The building will also meet energy star requirements. The Chair opened the meeting to public comments. Gerry Hayes of Windchime raised his own concerns regarding the project. Mr. Hayes indicated that he did not oppose the project and felt that it was good for Mashpee. Mr. Hayes inquired about access to the site for deliveries and trash removal and Mr. Yergation responded that deliveries and trash removal would occur through the main roadway to the back of the building. Mr. Hayes indicated that the dumpster was located close to Windchime surrounded by white pines but Mr. Hayes inquired more specifically about the screen. Mr. Grappo responded that the dumpster would be within a full fence enclosure with evergreens buffering the project. Mr. Burke added that revisions have been made to the landscape plan which will be provided to the Planning Board. The Chair asked that their landscape architect beef up the area. Mr. Fudala responded that both he and Mr. Rowley felt that white pine was not the appropriate buffer for that area. It was believed that the new plan did not include white pine. Mr. Rowley noted that the building would sit below grade, requiring retaining walls, and the building would be depressed from the line of sight of Windchime. Mr. Rowley opposed white pines due to safety issues where a strong wind could easily knock over the trees, and recommended spruce or juniper for a dense screen. Mr. Hayes also referenced the mature vegetation along Great Neck Road and expressed concern about clear cutting to the property line. Mr. Fudala responded that a 50 foot buffer was required so the existing trees will remain along the road. Mr. Yergation stated that the limit of disturbance will be staked. Mr. Fudala added that the conditions would likely also require a snow fence. Regarding traffic, Mr. Hayes indicated that he had witnessed 3 accidents in the last year at the intersection in question, as opposed to the study highlighting the years 2010-2012. Mr. Hayes felt the beacon would be helpful but noted that the crosswalk painting had faded. Mr. Fudala suggested that the applicant S