6/15/2016 PLANNING BOARD Minutes

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tap room and patio, as well as purchasing of the brews. The project has been reviewed by Plan Review, Design Review, Conservation Commission and Historic District Commission, all of which has approved the project. The existing building and parking will be utilized, a small portion of the building will be removed due to its condition, and to allow for the expansion of the outside area. Landscape features such as fencing and railroad ties will be included in the additions to the outside area. Rain gardens have been included due the extension of the patio areas. Improvements to the building will be made, such as windows and siding. There were currently no plans to allow cooking in the building but a relationship was planned to add an independent food truck on site to offer food during tastings. There were 25 parking spaces, including handicap parking at the front of the building. The brewery would be open Sam -1 Opm with brewery hours until noon, and the tap room operating noon-IOpm. The management office will be located on the second floor and open during normal business hours. There would potentially be small musical groups performing inside or outside during the open taproom hours. Based on previous review, the project proponent believed that the brewery was an acceptable use for the site with no detriments or adverse impacts. Mr. Balzarini inquired about signage. Mr. Murner, Naukabout Project Manager, responded that there was an existing sign located at the intersection of Route 130 and Lake Avenue which they would utilize, along with a second site on Lake Avenue, The Chair inquired about the color of the building. Steve Cook of Cotuit Bay design responded that new roofing and cedar shingle siding would be added to the structure along with new doors and windows, featuring green trim. To the right where the brewery operation would be located, a glass garage door would allow access to equipment, as well as an overhead door in the back. Mr. Cook stated that the building was in rough shape. A small hallway would replace the portion being removed from the building. The retaining wall will be pushed back to allow more space for the patio. Randy Hart, who provided the traffic report, stated that the site was assessed during the peak hours of 4-6pm during the week and 11pm-2pm on Saturday. It was anticipated that 21 trips would be generated during the evening peak and 26 trips on Saturday, and considered to be low volume for the proposed use of the location. A restaurant would generate more traffic. The Chair inquired whether the project met occupancy and Mr. Hart responded that it did. Mr. Hansen referenced the traffic and number of available spots, and inquired about plans for overflow parking should the brewery become more busy than anticipated. Mr. Kirrane responded that there were currently no plans for overflow because it was not anticipated, but it was possible that Town parking might be available. The Chair inquired whether there were abutting property owners but Mr. Kirrane responded that the surrounding land was Town owned. Mr. Kirrane confirmed that there was still room for additional parking at the site if needed. Mr. Weeden stated that he was glad to see the site utilized and wished the project proponent best of luck. Mr. Weeden referenced beach parking issues and the need for the Town to address the locked gate at 7:30 pm and the potential for use of the site for overflow parking. Mr. Weeden inquired about potential tree removal. Mr. Murner responded that there was one tree to be removed in front of the garage door and the pruning of trees to improve the sight lines. Mr. Murner further stated that there would be some areas where plants would be taken back to improve the sight lines while maintaining the natural species. Mr. Weeden encouraged the use of indigenous species whenever possible so as not to impact the sensitive surrounding area. Mr. 5