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APRIL 16, 2008-Minutes
A meeting of the Site Plan Review Committee was called to order at 10:00 a.m. in Skaket Meeting Room
at the Orleans Town Hall. Departments Present: George Meservey(Planning); Mark Budnick
(Highway);Bob Canning(Health);Robert Felt(Fire); Brian Harrison (Building); Todd Bunzick(Water).
Absent: Jennifer Wood(Conservation).
INFORMAL REVIEW: Arey's Pond Boat Yard, 74 Rayber Road
Anthony Davis presented a plan for a 30' x 55' (1,500 square foot)boat building shop adjacent to other
5,000 square foot previously approved building in the industrial District. Davis noted that a septic
system,water and electricity will be required for this project. Davis stated that the constructions will be
on wooden boats from the keel up,no hulls will be constructed. Davis stated that no flooring is proposed
since boats will be up on platforms in the boat building shop.
Comments
Fire: Storage area materials must be determined and clarified with the Fire Marshall's
office. Due to the combustible nature of the materials,adequate emergency
vehicle access must be provided on at least three sides of the buildings (although
access on all our sides would be preferable). Adequate access into the buildings
must be provided in case of medical emergencies. Fire hazards from
combustible materials and chemicals must be contained through the use of a
suppression system. Fire extinguishers must be provided. All building
construction must conform with the new building codes. Any underground tanks
must be of adequate strength to carry the weight of emergency vehicles.
Health: Modifications may be required for the septic plan as well as new accessible test
holes. A separate reserve area must be provided. A note must be provided on the
Site Plan as well as a letter from an engineer stating that parking over a septic
system is unavoidable. The applicant has stated that there will be no floor drains.
A drainage system must be provided and shown on the plan. Catchbasins must
be installed.
Water: Adequate separation must be maintained between the various utilities and the
building. A sleeve may be required on the water line to avoid separation
conflicts. A backflow survey will be required after construction.
Highway: Drainage issues must be adequate addressed and must be shown on the plan and
must be maintained on-site. Spot elevations must be clearly shown on the plan.
Applicant has indicated that he will be using the existing curb cut.
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Building: Applicant will need to obtain a Special Permit through the Zoning Board of
Appeals for this project. All setback issues must be adequately addressed. One
of the proposed bathrooms may need to be handicapped accessible. The heating
system must adequately address all issues including insulation of the building.
Planning: Drainage plan must be provided. Applicant will need to have a review by the
Zoning Board of Appeals
There was a consensus of the Site Plan Review Committee that this application will have to come back for
a Formal Site Plan Review.
INFORMAL REVIEW: Nauset Model Railroad Club,180 Route 6A(Hilltop Plaza)
Meservey noted for the record that the secretary taking the minutes for this meeting is a member of the
Nauset Model Railroad Club, but is not a voting member of the Site Plan Review Committee.
Brewster Fire Chief Roy E. Jones,III and club member,Doug Hill were present for the Informal Site Plan
Review proposal for a change of use of a lower bay at Hilltop Plaza for a"G"scale train layout. Jones
stated that the Nauset Model Railroad Club currently maintains multiple train layouts in one of the 3,000
square foot bays,and would like to be able to use 1,500 square feet in an adjacent bay for club storage
and the operation of a large scale layout. The additional 1,500 square feet in that bay would continue to
be used for storage by other Hilltop Plaza tenants. Jones stated that a small group of people would be in
the bay working on or operating the layout with occasional open houses for people to walk through and
see the trains operating. Jones noted that the club will install an egress door with panic hardware and
emergency lighting. Jones stated that fire extinguishers will be provided in the bay.
Comments
Fire: There are no Fire Department issues.
Health: This is considered a"Change of"Use"and the septic system will have to be
inspected and a letter will be required from an Engineer or Sanitarian stating that
the septic system is adequate for the property uses.
Water: There are no Water Department issues.
Highway: There are no Highway Department issues.
Building: According to a parking analysis,there are no parking issues. Under the Building
Code,this fits into the Business Use Group. Applicant must submit detailed
floor plans showing the storage space, layout dimensions and means of egress. A
Building Permit will be required for the Change of Use. Emergency lighting and
fire extinguishers must be installed.
Planning: All exterior lighting must conform to the Orleans Lighting bylaw(shielded and
pointed downward)and manufacturer tear sheets must be provided for town
review and must be shown on the plan.
MOTION: On a motion by Brian Harrison, seconded by Bob Felt,the Committee voted to waive the
Formal Site Plan Review for the Nauset Model Railroad Club for an additional 1,500 square feet bay
underneath Hilltop Plaza contingent on a detailed plan showing floor plans and a septic inspection.
VOTE: 6-0-0 The motion passed unanimously.
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FORMAL REVIEW: C &C Realty'Trust,5 Nell's Way
Tim Brady(East Cape Engineering)presented a revised plan for C&C Realty Trust for 5 Nell's Way
dated April 9,2008. Brady indicated that the parking area will be a straight drive-through with a total of
20 parking spaces which meets the parking requirements. Drainage will be provided for the parking lot
and drainage calculations will be provided. A dumpster will be provided and screened and clearly
marked on the plan. Reportable fire alarms and smoke detectors will be provided.. The lull in the rear
which could be considered an attractive nuisance to kids will be minimized and clearly marked to keep
off. A dedicated stairway to the apartments will be provided in the front of the building.
Comments
Fire: The applicant has indicated the possibility of sprinklering the egress pathways.
All fire dept. issues have been addressed. Applicant may need to install
sprinklers.
Health: The applicant was notified that in the approval process,the regulations in place at
the time of the application will be used. If fencing is used for attractive nuisance
safety on the dirt hill,no egress from the property should be obstructed.
Water: Sleeve service for the water may be necessary under the pavers and must be able
to accommodate 2"water lines for mixed commercial and residential use. A
backflow survey will have to be completed after construction is completed.
Highway: There are no Highway department issues.
Building: Applicant must obtain a Special Permit from the Zoning Board of Appeals for the
construction of a building over 2,500 square feet. Old King's Highway Regional
Historical District Commission review has been completed according to the
applicant. Pa king lot issues need to be adequately addressed. Applicant will
need Zoning Board of Appeals relief for a building/lot in multiple districts.
Planning: Concerns with the attractive nuisance that will be created by the hill in the rear of
the property which may require the use of signs or fencing for safety. A note
should be provided on the plan regarding open space. Screening must be
provided along the side lot lines. Access to dumpster needs to be clarified on the
plan.
MOTION: On a motion by Bob Canning, seconded by Todd Bunzick,the Committee voted to accept
the revised Formal Site Plan for C&C Realty Trust for property located at 5 Nell's Way providing it
includes the following notes:
1. A black chain'link fence above the rock wall
2. A Special Permit must be obtained from the Zoning Board of Appeals for the construction of a
building over 2,500 square feet.
3. The plan must show that the primary use of the building is commercial.
4. The parking area provided will be 60' wide.
5. Sleeve water service under pavers.
6. Screening will-be provided as required under sec,§164=32.
7. Dumpsters in loam and seeded areas will be on an improved surface
8. 900 square feet of open space must be provided.
VOTE: 6=0-0 The motion passed unanimously.
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APPROVAL OF-Aff S: April 2,2008
MOTION, On a motion by Bob Felt, seconded by Todd Bunzick,the Committee voted to approve the
minutes of April 2, 2008.
VOTE: 4-0-2 The motion passed by a majority. (Bob Canning and Brian Harrison abstained)
TRANSFER STATION GIFT HOUSE
Mark Budnick(Highway Superintendent) explained that transfer station gift house volunteers have
requested that more parking spaces be provided at the gift house. Budnick stated that this will not be an
addition of spaces,but rather a reconfiguration of existing spaces.
MOTION: On a motion by-Bo'b Canning, seconded by'Bo'b Felt the Site Plan Review Committee voted
that Mark Budnick be allowed to make decisions on parking configurations at the Transfer Station and
bring them to the Site Plan Review Committee for review and approval.
VOTE: 6-0-0 The motion passed unanimously
The meeting adjourned at 11:00 a.m.
Respectfully submitted:
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Karen C. Sharpless
Recording Secretary
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