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Haney responded that Blue Castle offered little space to operate and the old homestead initially did not allow use of DeGrasse, but now it was clear. Mr. Haney anticipated smoother sailing ahead and will ensure that additional contractors will know not to leave equipment, turnaround in driveways or pull into driveways. Regarding drainage, there was extensive drainage anticipated and Mr. Haney agreed that the best project to begin with would be the detail of page 13. Mr. Rowley inquired about the schedule for the connecting road between Blue Castle and DeGrasse and Blue Castle Drive and whether the drainage would be completed with a binder course before starting Blue Castle. Mr. Rowley inquired about the schedule for work on Blue Castle as compared to the connecting road so that vehicles would have access to the site. Mr. Haney stated that Blue Castle and drainage on Carriage Road was a priority. Mr. Rowley indicated that the schedule needed to be worked out, that he was not happy with the explanation. The Chair asked that the project proponent meet with Mr. Rowley so that he can report at the next meeting. The Chair asked that the project proponent make it clear to contractors not to impact the neighbors and encouraged abutters to be in contact with the developer if any concerns arise. Dwayne Reed, of Blue Castle, stated that a tree and car blocked her access out of the neighborhood. Mr. Haney stated that only two trees needed to be cut down and stumps would be removed next week. Mr. Rowley recommended that no stumps be removed until a schedule has been established. The Chair asked for a report for the June 15 Planning Board meeting. MOTION: Mr. Balzarini made a motion that the permit is in effect and has not lapsed. Mr. Cummings seconded the motion. All voted unanimously, PUBLIC HE, ARING 7:10 Applicant: The Northbridge Companies / GNRS-MA LLC Location: Great Neck Road South, Assessors' Map 74, Blocks 17 and 27 & Map 75, Block 10 Request: Special Permit approval for 70 unit Assisted Living Facility (continued from May 18) The Chair read for the record the public hearing notice. Chairman Waygan announced that Mr. Fudala had drafted a Special Permit Decision. The Chair also provided an affordable housing contact frons. Bridges who assisted with the affordable housing lottery of their units. Mr. Weeden also provided contact information for the Native Land Conservancy to hold the open space. Russ Burke, BSC Group, provided an update on the project to include a letter of support of the plans from the Fire Department, a written statement from the Water District to provide service, confirmation from Natural Heritage that the site was in the no take area, plans provided by Mashpee Commons regarding the sanitary sewer which will now be an extension of the sewer line, change in direction of sewer for better flow and pavement of the access drive with further discussion regarding the gates. Mr. Cummings inquired about the trees planned for the buffer and Mr. Burke responded that it would be spruce and arbor vitae, a lower more robust visual barrier. Mr. Burke added that they also addressed Mr. Rowley's recommendations. E