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stated that he had received an email from DPW Director Catherine Laurent stating that filling in <br /> the area would not impact road drainage or contribute to drainage issues on other properties. Mr. <br /> Kirrane had submitted for the record the approved variance from the ZBA. Mr. Kirrane further <br /> noted that reduction of the undisturbed land also fulfilled a need to increase parking on site to for <br /> future potential uses. The revised landscaping plan was still being developed, and would include <br /> screening around the area of the depression in order to maintain a landscaped buffer at the front. <br /> Concerns had been raised by the abutters regarding screening and the project proponent had <br /> agreed to increase landscaping in the buffer areas. Plans were shared with the public at the <br /> request of the Chair. Screening would also be placed around the outdoor seating area. Mr. <br /> Kirrane added that the project proponent was also seeking relief from a 100 to a 50 foot buffer. <br /> Reference was made to the Standards of Development in the C-3 District. <br /> Mr. Balzarini inquired about the increase in parking spaces and it was confirmed that there <br /> would be 46 parking spaces, though 35 was required. Mr. Balzarini inquired about access and it <br /> was confirmed that there were two points of access. Mr. Balzarini inquired about delivery trucks <br /> and the project proponent, Jan Aggerbeck responded that delivery vans would be used. Mr. <br /> Balzarini expressed concern about access for larger vehicles and, since there would.be an <br /> additional tenant. The Chair inquired whether the Board wished to add a condition regarding <br /> larger vehicle access. Mr. Rowley suggested that small adjustments could be made to better <br /> accommodate larger vehicles and Mr. Kirrane confirmed that they would work with Mr. Rowley <br /> to address the matter. Reference was made to the original plan and Mr. Kirrane stated that <br /> parking had to be reconfigured to maintained the 26%undisturbed natural vegetation. <br /> Mr. Hansen inquired about adjustments to lighting in the trash area and it was confirmed that <br /> changes were made. Mr. Hansen suggested that the area of replanting trees around the <br /> depression area appeared to be thinner than the existing conditions. Mr. Kirrane suggested that <br /> the final landscaping plan would show a greater depth of landscaping, adding that they wished to <br /> accommodate concerns expressed by the abutters. Mr. Callahan expressed the same concern. <br /> The Chair referenced the June 15th plan showing 45.5%undisturbed land and the new plan <br /> showing 26%undisturbed land. Mr. Kirrane explained that the original plan included <br /> landscaped land with undisturbed natural area. The need for the reduction with the ZBA was a <br /> result of clarification between landscaped area and undisturbed natural area. The Chair <br /> expressed concern about reducing the undisturbed area from 45%to 26% and asked that the <br /> project proponent carefully consider the feedback from the abutters regarding their quality of <br /> life. The Chair added that she would consult with Town Counsel and expressed frustration that <br /> the project proponent did not notify the Planning Board of their plans to request a variance from <br /> the ZBA. The Chair noted that she had recommendations for the site but instead, the project <br /> proponent sought a decision for another board, making it harder for the Planning Board to <br /> provide further comment. Mr. Kirrane stated that they would be happy to consider comments <br /> from the Chair. <br /> 5 <br />