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TOWN OF WATERTOWN
Department of
Community Development and Planning
STAFF REPORT
This Staff Report is a technical analysis of the submitted application material and the required findings of
the Watertown Zoning Ordinance. It is based only upon information submitted prior to the public
hearing and may be revised or updated with new recommendations, findings and/or conditions as new
information is obtained by Planning Staff during the public hearing process.
Case #: PB-2017-04 Amendment to Master Plan Special Permit & Site
Plan Review Approval
Subject Property: 485 & 615 Arsenal Street, Arsenal Yards
Parcel ID: 1301 2 1; 1301 2 1A; 1302 2A 1; 1302 2D 2; 1301 2D 2A,
2B, 2C and 2D
Zoning District: Regional Mixed Use District (RMUD)
Owner/Petitioner(s): BP Arsenal Group LLC, 800 Boylston Street, Suite 1390, Boston,
MA 02199
Zoning Relief Sought: §5.18, RMUD (Regional Mixed Use District) Zoning District –
Amendment to the Master Plan Permit PB-2016- 03 and Final
Site Plan Review for Phase 3 (Building F)
Special Permit Granting Authority: Planning Board
Site Plan Review Meeting(s): July 25, 2017
Staff Recommendation: Conditional Approval
Planning Board Hearing: Scheduled October 19, 2017
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I. PUBLIC NOTICE (M.G.L. C. 40A, §11)
1. Procedural Summary
Petition PB-2017-04 (Amendment and Site Plan Review) is scheduled to be heard by the Planning
Board (Board) on October 19, 2017. As required by M.G.L. c. 40A, sec.11 and the Watertown Zoning
Ordinance, notice was given as follows:
• Published in the Watertown Tab on September 29 & October 6, 2017
• Posted at the Town Administration Building on September 25, 2017
• Mailed to Parties in Interest on September 25, 2017
2. Legal Notice
“BP Arsenal Group LLC requests an Amendment to Master Plan Special Permit PB-2016-03 under §5.18,
§5.18(h)(3,5, & 6), to allow an increase in height of Building F from 83’ 6” to 89’ 4” and increase the number of
stories from 6 to 7, and to increase the total units from 58 to 81 units by shifting them from Building G. The
request also includes a Final Site Plan Review of the requested Building F in keeping with the Master Plan
Amendment – located in RMUD (Regional Mixed Use District) Zoning District. PB-2017-04”
II. DESCRIPTION
A. Site Characteristics
The subject property is a 23-acre site fronting on Arsenal Street to the north and Arsenal Park and ‘Little’
Greenough Boulevard to the south/southwest.
The existing site has approximately 260,000± Gross Leased Area (GLA) of retail, comprised of the
enclosed mall buildings and the Old Navy as well as Golfsmith portion of the (Home Depot) building
along Arsenal Street. The site has a main parking field facing Arsenal Street. The two Arsenal buildings
are attached with a 1980s addition that encompassed the original smaller 1800s Magazine Building,
which still has one external façade facing the front parking lot of the site.
The western portion of the site, identified as 485 Arsenal Street, includes several original one to two-
story Arsenal structures (the Arsenal Mall and two office buildings comprising Harvard Vanguard). The
site does not include a portion of a condominium development (Home Depot and its parking field to the
south), but includes the portion of that building that was Golfsmith. The Harvard Vanguard Medical
Associates office buildings (53,000± GLA of medical office space) and its parking is not included in the
redevelopment, although it is part of the overall site.
The eastern portion of the site, identified as 617 Arsenal Street, is occupied by an existing two-story
commercial building which includes a parking garage. The building includes 64,000± GLA of retail and
office space, and also is not included in the requested Master Plan at this time, but is part of the overall
site.
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An approximate 100-foot wide section of property located on the southern end of the site connects the
western and eastern portions of the site and is included in the Master Plan. Under a separate permit,
the Home Depot site was reviewed for adjusting the parking lot and ‘ring road’.
B. Surrounding Land Use
The Arsenal Street corridor has a mix of uses that include restaurant, retail/office, service, and
industrial/R&D to the north. There are two residential complexes (Arsenal Condominiums and the
Arsenal Apartments, a senior housing development) and the Arsenal Park to the west. The Commanders
Mansion is located further to the west, and the Charles River Reservation and Greenway are located to
the south and east of the site.
C. Nature of the Request
This request would amend the approved Master Plan Special Permit (PB-2016-03) to increase the height
of Building F from approximately 83’ 6” to 89’ 4” and increase the number of stories from 6 to 7. This
change would allow the number of units in Building F to be increased from the initially proposed 58 to
81 units. The total 424 units proposed on the site would not change because the units are proposed to
be removed/shifted from Building G. As an additional item, the request also includes a Final Site Plan
Review Approval of the requested Building F in keeping with the Master Plan Amendment.
D. Permitting History
The Arsenal Yards Master Plan Special Permit with Site Plan Review (PB-2016-03) was approved
January 11, 2017, for a master planned project with a proposed mix of uses such as retail, restaurants,
indoor recreation like bowling, and a theater, all of which comprises approximately 374,000 square feet
in total and up to 503 residential units within 7 buildings. The project was proposed to be built in
phases with review by the Planning Board of each Phase. Phase 1 approved the facades and layout of
Buildings A and E and the landscape areas around these buildings. Phase 2 (Building B) included the
“conversion” or substitution of 79 proposed dwelling units into a 150-room hotel. The change approved
in Phase 2/Building B results in 424 residential dwelling units for the entire site, as determined by the
approval of Phase 2 as a Minor Modification to the Site Plan.
The approved Master Plan had an extensive process with a number of meetings. Five separate
community meetings were held from May through August of 2016 and three meetings (part of the
Public Hearing) were held by the Planning Board (October 2016 through January 2017). The final
approval included numerous amenities and mitigation measures such as:
• Adding a passive park space between the new buildings proposed to the east and the existing
main Arsenal building with direct access to Arsenal Park (the Petitioner has also offered to
participate in and fund improvements within Arsenal Park)
• Provide onsite open/green space (over 3.2 acres) that is mostly open to the public and provides
substantial stormwater improvements for the site.
• Complete Streets measures that include traffic calming along Arsenal Street.
• A Transportation Demand Management Program that aims to reduce site vehicle trips and
requires monitoring and remedies to limit offsite parking.
• Pedestrian and Bicycle safety and connectivity – The site is improving north-south connections
through the site and there is a central corridor designed to prioritize pedestrian and bicycles
over vehicles and facilitate off-road access through the site and into Arsenal Park and beyond.
• Limiting offsite light pollution and glare with a condition for lighting for each phase.
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• Offsite construction monitoring (ensuring that construction does not damage surrounding
structures).
• Existing and proposed buildings/structures are to the north and east of residential and public
parklands, which limits any shadows created by taller structures.
The approved offsite transportation mitigation includes a contribution of $2,059,000 for items
addressed in the mitigation package including but are not limited to traffic signal upgrades with new
equipment, pavement striping, and widening, signal retiming, and mill/overlay work on Arsenal Street.
Utility peer review confirmed that the sewer capacity is adequate and the Petitioner agrees to
contribute $810,000 toward sewer line repairs, inspections, and town-wide study. The site meets its
storm water requirements on-site.
III. PUBLIC COMMENT
A community meeting for Phase 3/Building F was held for the project on July 26, 2017 and a subsequent
Community Meeting was held on August 16, 2017. A summary of these two meetings is provided below.
At the time of this report, no other public comments were received on this phase.
Summary of comments included:
• The building’s solar design; that it will be “solar ready”
• Layout of the building: location of parking, number/location of retail spaces, number and
location of the residential units, amenity space for buildings C, D and F
• Types of amenities provided: A lap pool, pool deck, conference room, game space, fitness
center, lounge areas, grills, and outdoor seating
• Proposed housing type: 81 rental units
• How this phase (Building F) coordinates with future development on the site
• Proximity of the loading dock to the parking ramp; site circulation; truck circulation through the
site
• How project changes impact affordable housing percentage in the project; number of units in
Building F increasing from 58 to 81; total number of dwelling units, exclusive of the hotel,
approved on the site is 424; increase in ceiling heights in the residential portion of Building F;
acoustical shielding between residential units and garage
• Relationship to the historic buildings – type of exterior materials; too contemporary?
• LEED Silver required by zoning
IV. ANALYSIS AND FINDINGS
A. Plan Consistency
As identified in the approved Master Plan Decision, this project is in keeping with the 2015 Watertown
Comprehensive Plan and the Regional Mixed Use District (RMUD) Zoning District.
B. Master Plan Special Permit §5.18 (h)
Projects of 2 acres or more in the Regional Mixed Use District (RMUD) with an approved Master Plan
Special Permit must obtain a Site Plan Review Approvals for each phase of development, subject to the
review procedures under §9.03 Site Plan Review of the WZO, in which the ten criteria listed in §9.03(c)
must be evaluated along with design review.
This Phase includes:
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Building Proposed Use Square Footage
New Building F Residential/Amenity/Retail/Parking
Garage
45,000 sqft (Retail); 7,000 sqft
(Common Area); 102,020
(Residential & Amenity Space)
(Source: Sheet OS-1, amended 9/12/17)
The project, Building F, is proposed with retail and access to residential units on the ground floor, an
integrated parking garage (basement, 2nd, 3rd and 4th floors), residential units on the 5th-6th , and 7th
floors, and shared amenity space for the residential units throughout the site (5th floor). Due to
adjustments to the floor to floor heights within the parking garage and the residential units, the overall
building is only proposed to be increased in height by about 5’10” for a total of 89’4”, although the
request includes an additional 1 story. The project requests an increase to the total number of
residential dwelling units in Building F from 58 to 81 by shifting them from Building G.
Site Plan Review Criteria §9.03(c)
A Developer’s Conference of the Site Plan Review Committee was held July 25, 2017. Present at the
meeting were members of the Site Plan Review Committee (consisting of Town Staff and Committees)
and the Petitioner, who presented the proposal, after which members of the Committee responded
with questions, comments, and suggestions. Staff reviewed the ten criteria for Site Plan Review
provided in §9.03(c) of the WZO and has incorporated staff/Committee comments where appropriate:
1. Landscape: The landscape shall be preserved in its natural state, insofar as practicable, by minimizing
tree and soil removal, and any grade changes shall be in keeping with the general appearance of
neighboring developed areas. Adequate landscaping shall also be provided, including screening of
adjacent residential uses, provision of street trees, landscape islands in the parking lot and a landscape
buffer along the street frontage.
Conditionally Met: The existing site is largely paved with little open space or landscaping. This Phase’s
landscaping is in-keeping with the approved Master Plan, providing more detailed landscape and site
work plans around Building F to the interface with its designated parking area/curb line and provide the
details of planting adjacent to the building and the approved ‘River Green’. The initial landscape plans
did not include trees to the north of the building. The plans were modified to provide four Patriot Elms
(Ulmus ‘Patriot’) which provides for a more consistent streetscape east-west between the previous
phase and this phase.
One detail that requires further review is the screening of the Southern side of the building along the
ground floor facing Arsenal Park. The South Elevation (Sheet A2.03) shows a wall graphic “placeholder”
design. Staff recommends that details be developed for this area and others within a separate
wayfinding/signage program, as suggested within the Master Plan Approval.
2. Relation of Buildings to Environment: Proposed development shall be integrated into the terrain and
the use, scale and architecture of existing buildings in the vicinity and shall be in accordance with the
Comprehensive Plan or other plans adopted by the Town guiding future development. The Planning
Board may require a modification in massing so as to reduce the effect of shadows on abutting property
in all districts or on public open space.
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Conditionally Met: Phase Three/Building F is designed to stand in contrast to the more historic-looking
structures that are being retained. This approach is in-keeping with the Master Plan. Structured parking
includes one level below grade and three levels above the first floor retail. The new building will sit
across the new River Green from the existing Building A with one corner facing Arsenal Park. The initial
conceptual plans for this building include more massing adjacent to the park with a stair and elevator
tower. The updated design provides a more substantial step-back from the park and moves the
entrance and stairs/elevator access to the mid-way point on the river green. Despite the increase in
height, this is a substantial improvement to the way this building relates to and interacts with the
Arsenal Park, over the initial design.
The Master Plan Special Permit is conditioned to require the Petitioner to submit, at the time of Site
Plan Review for each Phase(s), materials showing how development in the Phase(s) conforms to the
Arsenal Project Design Guidelines and the Town’s Design Guidelines within §9.03(d). The Petitioner
previously submitted the Arsenal Yards Tenant Design Standards to address the design of the buildings
and what can and cannot be altered as part of each façade. The Tenant Design Standards provide
detailed requirements for storefronts, types, new construction, and historic facades. Comments from
Gamble Associates relative to the Design Guidelines are described below as part of Criterion #10.
3.Open Space: All open space required by this Zoning Ordinance shall be so designed as to maximize its
visibility for persons passing the site, encourage social interaction, maximize its utility, and facilitate its
maintenance.
Conditionally Met: Open space in Phase Three includes landscaped areas as noted above. The design
also includes sidewalk seating and dining areas for the retail spaces and general use. Building F also
includes outdoor amenity spaces on the 5th floor, but they are designated solely for Building F residents
and for residents of Buildings C and D. The primary open space within the site was included within
Phase 1.
4. Circulation: Special attention shall be given to traffic circulation, parking areas and access points to
public streets and community facilities in order to maximize convenience and safety of vehicular, bicycle
and pedestrian movement within the site and in relation to adjacent streets. Special consideration shall
be given to infrastructure and design that will enhance public transit, such as bus shelters, on-site
transportation demand management measures, and participation in a Transit Management Association.
Conditional Approval: This phase is in-keeping the approved Master Plan by continuing several of the
proposed realignments to the internal road network using Complete Streets techniques.
This Phase proposes appropriate bicycle facilities for the residents and the racks meet the requirements
of the WZO. The site’s total bicycle parking provisions require final review during each phase with an
appropriate mix and number identified for long-term enclosed and short term (customer or visitor)
parking, that is visible and near building entrances. Additional racks need to be considered near retail
store entrances as part of this phase with Staff Review prior to Building Permit.
This Phase provides appropriate Universal Design principals to allow an inclusive and accessible
environment and shall be ADA/MAAB compliant.
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Final locations for car share parking and electric vehicle charging stations should be placed in
appropriate locations, with review by DCDP staff as part of the Building Permit review for this Phase.
The Petitioner has also pre-planned site circulation and parking to accommodate construction of this
Phase. A “development pad” has been created for Building F as part of the overall site demolition
(Phase One). During Building F construction, the main parking field in front of the Mall will remain open.
The parking provided during Building F/Phase 3 construction is sufficient per the WZO to accommodate
parking demand for the amount of occupied and operating retail space. In addition, parking will also be
available as part of Building B. The Petitioner has committed to provide an updated shared parking
study as the overall project progresses to analyze the site in terms of any needs attributable to Buildings
C and D.
Transportation and I-Cubed Update: Transportation mitigation was addressed as part of the Master
Plan Approval, with a condition that allows flexibility to implement the mitigation to allow better
coordination: “Proposed improvements to the Arsenal Street Corridor must be in keeping with and
coordinated with the results of the MassDOT Arsenal Street Corridor Study, to the extent they are
available, any funds allocated to offsite mitigation may be reassigned at the discretion of the Town.”
The Town Council voted, on June 29, 2017, to participate and move forward with the Commonwealth of
Massachusetts Infrastructure Investment Incentive Program (I-Cubed). This project and the I-Cubed
proposal will need to be coordinated with the understanding that some of the mitigation dollars may
need to be shifted beyond the original scope of the Master Plan.
5. Surface Water Drainage: Special attention shall be given to proper site surface drainage so that
removal of surface waters will not adversely affect neighboring properties or the public storm drainage
system. Proposed developments shall seek to retain storm water runoff on site to the maximum extent
possible, incorporating best practices in storm water management and Low Impact Design techniques. In
cases where storm water cannot be retained on site, storm water shall be removed from all roofs,
canopies and paved areas and carried away in an underground drainage system.
Conditionally Met: The Stormwater Management Plan was approved as part of the Master Plan. The
majority of underground infiltration systems were approved and will be installed as part of Phase One,
therefore, the stormwater management for this Phase is in-keeping with the approved plans and, as
required within the Master Plan Approval, all utility and grading plans shall have final review by DPW
prior to approval of any building permit for any phase of the Master Plan.
6. Utility Service: Electric, telephone, cable TV and other such lines and equipment shall be
underground. The proposed method of sanitary sewage disposal and solid waste disposal from all
buildings shall be indicated.
Conditionally Met: All utilities to the site, including electric, telephone, cable TV and other such lines
are now and shall continue to be underground. All water mains, service lines and hydrants will be
reviewed and approved by DPW prior to installation. Sewer mains installed in the access drives and
connected in Arsenal Street have also been reviewed and will require final approval by DPW. Mitigation
will be required to be provided on a proportional basis as the phases are approved.
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The Master Plan indicated that trash and recycling will be located at the southwest corner of Building A
and the south side of Building E. In addition, Building F will provide dumpsters located on the Eastern
side, adjacent to the loading dock which are shown in the plans. Any dumpster areas will be required to
be screened, and serviced privately.
7. Environmental Sustainability: Proposed developments shall seek to diminish the heat island effect;
employ passive solar techniques and design to maximize southern exposures, building materials, and
shading; utilize energy-efficient technology and renewable energy resources; and minimize water use. All
Mixed Use Development in the RMUD must meet LEED Certifiable requirements as outlined by the United
States Green Building Council’s Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (current addition as
applicable) at the Silver Level.
Conditional Met: This Phase’s initial LEED checklist indicates that Building F/Phase Three has a LEED
score of 110 points. As this Phase progresses through permitting, additional documentation will be
submitted to show compliance with the requirement that the buildings within the site achieve LEED
Silver Certifiability (minimum of 50 points). The project is proposed to be solar ready with HVAC and
other rooftop penetrations consolidated to allow for maximized area for solar panels.
8. Screening: Screening, such as screen plantings, shall be provided for exposed storage areas, exposed
machinery installations, service areas, truck loading areas, utility buildings and structures, and similar
accessory areas and structures in order to prevent their being incongruous with the existing or
contemplated environment and the surrounding properties.
Conditionally Met: Onsite utilities will be screened with a mix of evergreen and deciduous plantings as
well as architectural screens and fences. As required in the Master Plan, Phase Three shall be required
to provide appropriate screening for all storage areas, exposed machinery, service areas, loading areas,
utilities, and rooftop equipment. Further, appropriately screened HVAC plans shall be submitted and
reviewed as part of the Building Permit submittals for each building or phase. Transformers and
switches will also require review for placement, with a preference for underground where feasible.
9. Safety: With respect to personal safety, all open and enclosed spaces shall be designed to facilitate
building evacuation and maximize accessibility by fire, police, and other emergency personnel and
equipment.
Conditionally Met: The site is accessible by emergency vehicles from the three entrances along Arsenal
Street and the access through the adjacent Home Depot lot. DPW and Public Safety staff have
completed initial review of site circulation plans to ensure that all safety requirements have been met.
Further review will be required for all intersections, and this review will include onsite and offsite
aspects. This Phase of the project had the interim and final circulation plans reviewed and is satisfactory
to the Town but may be adjusted as necessary during construction.
10. Design: Proposed developments shall seek to protect abutting properties from detrimental site
characteristics resulting from the proposed use, including but not limited to air and water pollution,
noise, odor, heat, flood, dust vibration, lights or visually offensive structures or site features.
Conditionally Met: The approved Master Plan will protect abutting properties from detrimental site
characteristics. The project includes an updated stormwater management system which will greatly
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reduce offsite stormwater and the water pollutants typically transported. Construction related impacts,
such as dust and erosion, will be mitigated through the implementation of a Stormwater Pollution
Prevention Plan, including sediment and erosion control, and construction management will be
required.
The submitted lighting has been reviewed for design and Zoning compliance. Phase Three/Building F
exterior lighting (Sheets SL-1 and SL-2, dated 3/14/17) are the same as were submitted for prior phases,
and conceptual designs included the Master Plan. For wall-mounts, the Master Plan maximum mounting
height is 20 feet. Pole mounts are also limited to 20 feet. Submitted diagrams on the 3/14/17 fixture
key indicates heights of 12, 14, and 20 feet. As part of the Building Permit submittal, the pole heights
should be confirmed, and total fixture height expressed as (base + pole + head). Further, all lights must
be fully shielded and down-directed as required within the WZO.
DESIGN REVIEW
The Town’s Design Consultant, Gamble Associates, met with Town Staff and the Petitioner in July 2017,
and has provided comments on the proposed Phase. Overall the review suggests that this Phase is in-
keeping with the Town’s and the Site’s Design Guidelines. A few suggestions and comments were
included in the review, to be considered in the project’s review and approval by the Planning Board
including:
1. Building Height: No change - The increase in height to Building F of five feet is unlikely to be
noticed from key points in the project. Building F is set back from the primary commercial
corridor and shielded by Building E (and eventually Buildings C and D).
2. Building G to Building F Interface: Considerations should be given to the character and quality
of space between these two buildings, especially in light of the importance of Building G in the
site plan and as a link to Arsenal Park.
3. Architectural expression: No change - The combination of steel, metal panel, brick and concrete
work well together for Building F and the color palette provide the desired effect of a loft-style
industrial building.
4. Roof Mounted Mechanicals: No change - Mechanical equipment will be screened by parapets
or other architectural features. To clarify, what appeared to be a rooftop penthouse
(mentioned in the memo) is actually the outline of Building G in the background.
5. Outdoor Terrace: Considerations should be given to highlight the outdoor terrace space more
with sun-shading devices and/or a trellis to accentuate the southwest-facing, corner space.
6. Structural Expression: No change - Exposed structural steel cross-bracing for the parking garage
can relate to the exposed painted steel used elsewhere on the project.
Garage: During the review process, Staff commented on the prominence of the garage and requested
further consideration to make the garage recede more into the background of the building. Staff had a
brief consultation with David Gamble, and suggested considering additional scrim or cladding, while
ensuring that the garage continues to be naturally ventilated. Daylighting is also an important
consideration and any changes should not diminish natural light and the feeling of openness. Of
particular interest are the portions of the parking garage facing Arsenal Park and the central drive within
the site. Currently, the South Rendering (facing the park) shows a placeholder wall graphic of some kind
along the entire ground floor façade. Much of the façade will be obscured from view by Building G but it
is important that this graphic or mural provides a welcoming component of the site when viewing it
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from Arsenal Park. These graphics could also include design features on this portion of the garage, as
part of the Signage and Wayfinding program for the site.
V. Staff Recommendation:
DCDP staff recommends the request for an Amendment to Arsenal Yards Master Plan Phase Three for
increase in height of Building F from 83’ 6” to 89’ 4”, the increase the number of stories from 6 to 7, to
increase the total units from 58 to 81 units (by shifting them from Building G), be granted in in
accordance with Watertown Zoning Ordinance §5.18 (RMUD). Further, Staff recommends that the
request for Site Plan Review Approval be granted for the final design of Building F, based on the
findings that this Phase implements a portion of the redevelopment of approximately 23 acres for a
mixed-use project with the following conditions.
VI. CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL:
# Condition Timeframe for
Compliance
To be
Verified
by
1.
Control Documents: This approval is based upon the application materials and
documents titled Arsenal Yards Watertown, MA, prepared by RJ O’Connell &
Associates, Inc. for Boylston Properties and The Wilder Companies dated 4/11/2017,
revised 6/13/17, further revised 9/12/17, or as shown below, and as modified by
these conditions:
A. Cover Sheet
B. Existing Condition of Land, Feldman, 5 sheets (3/30/17)
C. OS-1, Overall Site Plan
D. N-1, General Notes
E. C-1A and C-1B, Demolition Plans
F. C-2A and C-2B, Grading and Drainage Plans
G. C-3A and C-3B, Utility Plans
H. C-4A and C-4B, Parking and Traffic Control Plan
I. C-5, Erosion Control Details
J. C-6, Drainage Details
K. C-7, Utility Details
L. C-8 and C-9, Site, Parking and Traffic Control Details
M. L100, Overall Site Plan, Carol Johnson Associates, Inc.
N. L200, Overall Materials Plan, Carol Johnson Associates, Inc.
O. L201-L205 Materials Plans, Carol Johnson Associates, Inc.
P. L300, Overall Planting Plan, Carol Johnson Associates, Inc.
Q. L301-L304, Planting Plans, Carol Johnson Associates, Inc.
R. L400, Plantings and Materials Schedule, Carol Johnson Associates, Inc.
S. L401-L402, Details, Carol Johnson Associates, Inc.
T. SL-1, Site Lighting Photometric Plan (4/13/17)
U. SL-2, Site Lighting Schedule, Details, and Photometric Plan (4/13/17)
V. A1.10-A1.08 Building F: Ground Floor Plan; Basement Floor Plan; Second and
Third Floor Plan and Fourth Floor Plan; Fifth Floor Plan; Sixth Floor Plan;
Seventh Floor Plan; Roof Plan, Perllwitz Cheliknski Associates
W. A1.09: Affordable and Group 2 Accessible Units, Perllwitz Cheliknski Associates
X. A1.10: Solar Studies, Perllwitz Cheliknski Associates
Y. A2.10-2.04, Building F Elevations, Perllwitz Cheliknski Associates, Inc.
Z. A2.05, Potential Pallet of Materials, Perllwitz Cheliknski Associates, Inc.
AA. A2.06, Perspective Views, Perllwitz Cheliknski Associates, Inc.
Perpetual ZEO/
ISD
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# Condition Timeframe for
Compliance
To be
Verified
by
2. Plan Modifications and Amendments: Changes to the approved project shall follow
the procedure outlined in Section 5.18(h)(6) of the Watertown Zoning Ordinance. Perpetual ZEO/
DCDP
3.
Recordation: Prior to issuance of the first Building Permit, the Petitioner shall
provide a copy of this entire decision, showing that it has been filed and recorded
with the Registry of Deeds.
Building Permit
(BP) ZEO
4.
Codes/Regulation Compliance: The Petitioner shall comply with the requirements
of the Master Plan Special Permit, and all other applicable local, State, and Federal
requirements, ordinances, and statutes.
Perpetual ZEO/
ISD
5. Prior Approvals: This approval shall be subject the Decision and Conditions of
Master Plan Special Permit 2016-03. Perpetual ZEO
6.
Signage/Art/Murals: Staff recommends that details be developed for any areas that
show environmental graphics within a separate wayfinding/signage program, as
suggested within the Master Plan Approval.
Phase 3 Building
Permit DCDP
7.
Car Share and Charging Stations: Final locations for car share parking and electric
vehicle charging stations should be located in appropriate locations, with review by
DCDP staff as part of the Building Permit review for this Phase.
Phase 3 Building
Permit ZEO
8. Bicycle Racks: Additional racks need to be considered near retail store entrances as
part of this phase with Staff Review prior to Building Permit.
Phase 3 Building
Permit DCDP
9.
Mitigation Phasing: As part of the Building Permit for this Phase, the Petitioner shall
finalize a phasing plan for offsite mitigation, including transportation and utilities,
with review and approval by DCDP and DPW.
Phase 3 Building
Permit DCDP
10. Shuttle Service/TMA: Any shuttle service will be coordinated with the TMA with the
goal of reducing duplicative service along the corridor. CO/Perpetual DCDP