HomeMy Public PortalAboutApplication Form_201504211010235567PERMIT APPLICATION FORM
Planning Board and Zoning Board of Appeals
149 Main Street
Watertown, MA 0247
(617)972-6427
wvnv.watertown-ma.gov
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Town remurer's Approval As required by Ch. 40, Section 57J
TO BE COMPLETED BY APPLICANT
Site Address: 311 Arsenal Street
List application requests below:
Special Permit (SP) Variance (V) H
Site Plan Review (SR) SP/SR
Special Permit Finding (SPF)
For an amendment to previous relief, provide case #s:
SR (Site Plan Review) meeting date, if required:
Watertown MA, 02472
Parcel ID #s: 1301 11
Zoning District: Arsenal Overlay Development District
Petitioner(s): Athena Arsenal, LLC
Phone:
Address: 311 rse al Stree tertown, MA 0 2 O2 Email: Ibrunner@athenahealth.com
Signature(s): IDate:
, 1 , 2015
Owner(s): At ena Arsenal, LLC
Phone:
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Address: 311 ArserA Street VAertown, MA 02742
Email: Ibrunner@athenahealth.com
Signature(s):
Date:
Agent: L ence Beals, Beals Associates, Inc.
Phone/Email: beals@bealsassoclates.com
Other Contacts: Todd Morey, Beals Associates, Inc.
Phone/Email: tmorey@bealsassociates.com
The Petitioner must be the fee simple owner or hold sufficient "interest" in the subject property (in which case evidence must be pro-
vided as to the nature of the property interest and the fee owner shall co-sign this application, For legal entities such as corporations,
LLC, etc, list the type and legal status of ownership, the name of trustees officer members, their affiliation and contact information..
NATURE OF REQUEST
Applicable Sections of Zoning Ordinance (Speck Section(s) ofthe ZON/NG ORDINANCE fr•mn which reliefis sought):
SECTION 9.11 SPECIAL PERMIT FOR TEMPORARY STRUCTURES
Brief description of the project as it relates to the zoning relief requested —Include existing dimensions, proposed dimensions,
and any non -conformities that exist:
SEE ATTACHMENT A
THIS APPLICATION MUST BE SUBMITTED IN PERSON TO THE ZONING OFFICE
The ZONING ORWNANCE car be foiard online at: mm.uaterlown-maeov
SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS
Signed Applications (3 original & 17 copies)
Written Supporting Statement (20 Copies)
e Release/Indemnification Waiver (1 copy signed)
Newspaper Billing Authorization Form (I copy signed)
e Any additional information relevant for review
NOTE: THE APPLICATION WILL NOT BE
ARE SUBMITTED.
Full Set of Plans, collated (20 Copies and PDF version)
I. Certified Plot Plan (for all applications)
2. Architectural Drawings (Floor, Elevations, etc. if applicable)
3. Grading/Drainage Plan (if applicable)
4. Roof Plan (if applicable)
5. Parking/Circulation Plan (if applicable)
6. Landscape Plan (if applicable)
7. Site Utility Plan (if applicable)
8. Lighting Plan (if applicable)
"COMPLETE" UNLESS ALL NECESSARY DOCUMENTS
FILL IN THE APPLICABLE PROJECT DATA BELOW
Data Required Existing Proposed Staff Comments
A. Use (Article V, WZO)
B. Dwelling Units
C. Lot Size
D. Front Yard Setback
E. Rear Yard Setback
F. Side Yard Setback (left)
G. Side Yard Setback (right)
H. Building Coverage
1. Impervious Coverage
J. Height/# of Stories
K. Lot Area per Unit
L. Gross Floor Area
M. Floor Area Ratio (FAR)
N. Open Space
O. Parking Spaces
Other data:
THIS APPLICATION MUST BE SUBMITTED IN PERSON TO THE ZONING OFFICE ON THE 2ND FLOOR
OF THE TOWN ADMINISTRATION BUILDING.
Ae ZONING ORDINANCF, can befound online at: %nnv.waterto m-ma eov
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,Written: Supporting Statement
Petition for Special Permit Finding(s) Sec. 4.06 (a) (project must meet the following criterion)
1. Is the proposed change substantially more detrimental than the existing non -conforming use, structure, or building to the
neighborhood? YES/NO, Explain why.
Petition for Special Permit(s)IAmendment Sec. 9.06 (b) (project must meet all of the following criteria)
1. Is the subject site an appropriate location for such use, structure, and/or conditionQPINO, Explain.
Since the subject site proved to be an appropriate location for three small-scale retail sheds in the summer of 2014, we propose to
place one small-scale retail shed on the corner of Arsenal Street and Kingsbury Avenue as a beacon to attract the Watertown
community onto campus.
2. Will the proposed use/structures adversely affect the neighborhood? YEGExplain.
The proposed structure will be located in between the trees along the east side of Kingsbury Avenue so it will only affect the
athenahealth campus residents in close proximity. The small-scale retail shed will attract increased foot traffic from both
athenahealth employees and the Watertown community to the area, increasing visibility and potential business for nearby tenants.
3. Is there potential for nuisance or serious hazards to vehicle or pedestrians? YE O, xplain.
There is no potential for nuisance or serious hazards to vehicle or pedestrians. The retail shed will be positioned so a row of trees
separates the structure from vehicular traffic on Kingsbury Avenue. Moreover, the structure will be orientated in such a way as to
promote pedestrian traffic on the green, away from vehicular traffic.
4. Will adequate and appropriate facilities be provided for the proper operation of the proposed useG�O, Explain.
The small-scale shed will provide adequate and appropriate facilities for the retail use in a way that will satisfy demand without
overwhelming the site with vehicular and pedestrian traffic.
Petition for Variance(s)IAmendment Sec. 9.14 (b) (project must meet all of the following criteria for a variance)
1. Is the variance being sought due to circumstances related to the soil conditions, shape, or topography of such land or structures,
and especially affecting such land or structures but not affecting generally the zoning district in which it is located? YES/NO,
Explain.
2. Would enforcement of the Zoning Ordinance involve substantial hardship, financial or other? YES/NO, Explain.
3. Would granting of the desired relief be a substantial detriment to the public good? YES/NO, Explain.
4. Would grunting the desired relief nullify or substantially derogate from the intent of this Zoning Ordinance? YES/NO, Explain.
IF NEEDED, ATTACH ADDITIONAL SHEETS OF PAPER TO THIS APPLICATION
ADDITIONAL SPACE FOR SUBMITTAL
ATTACHMENT A - PROJECT DESCRIPTION
The purpose of this project is to create an attractive and inviting green space for The Arsenal on the Charles tenants and the greater
Watertown community. The project includes moving a temporary small-scale shed currently stored on campus to the green space
between 311 Arsenal Street, The Arsenal Center for the Arts, and La Casa de Pedro's restaurant, close to its location in the summer of
2014. Again, this project is meant to transform the lawn into an engaging destination for the community to gather, socialize, and relax.
The shed will be used for small-scale retail and will be placed in between the trees along the Kingsbury Avenue side of the green
space. The retail shed will feature a rotating cast of unique vendors inside the proposed 10 feet by 20 feet structure (for a total of 200
square feet). The structure will include a sliding doorway, a window, a counter, an AD .00Mpliant ramp, and a rigid canopy. The
area under the canopy is intended for outdoor display and sales. The shed will be connected to nearby electrical infrastnrcture but will
not be connected to water and sewer infrastructure. A plumbing variance has been extended to allow the shed to be occupied without
restrooms. Lastly, a stone pathway will encourage pedestrian traffic along the edge of the green and throughout the site. The
temporary retail shed will be occupied from June I st to October 30th.
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THIS APPLICATION MUST BE SUBMITTED IN PERSON TO THE ZONING OFFICE ON THE 2ND FLOOR
OF THE TOWN ADMINISTRATION BUILDING.
The ZONING ORDINANCE can beforaid online at: nww.wnterto%kn-ma cov
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