Town of North Hero
Development Review Board
ARCHIVE 2007 MINUTES
TOWN OF NORTH HERO, Development Review Board
Meeting of Thursday, December 13, 2007 at the North Hero Town School
DRB Members Present: John Lambert, Chip Porter, Mary Jane Healy, Alison Rogers,
Bob Miller, Pete Johnson, Eileen Mitchell, Cheryl Vantine, clerk
Applicants in Attendance: David Bray, Colin Blakely, Barry Hickok, Paul Cheeseman, Jack Miller, Debra Westover, Jeff Sikora, Richard Taylor, David Carter, Jim Hillis
Also in Attendance: Jack Miller, Zoning Administrator.
John Lambert called the meeting to order at 7:00PM.
John Lambert opened the hearing for Application #2007-121-PAA the representative’s were previously sworn in. The applicant is seeking a PUD. Barry Hickok, an interested landowner on Butler Island stated that pursuant of the Town plan he thought the natural features and environment should be protected. David Bray stated that they compromised by asking for only 2 lots. After reviewing the survey it was determined that the tax map number and address needed to be added. Chip Porter discussed the necessary requirements and thought a development window should be considered so that each new owner would not need to go through the process again. The hearing was recessed at 7:30.
John Lambert then opened the hearing for Application #2007-159-PAA at 7:35. David Carter was previously sworn in as Mary Ann Curtis’s representative. Eileen Mitchell recused herself. After David Carter gave his testimony, the hearing was recessed, deliberative session ensued.
John Lambert then opened the hearing for Application 2007-151-DRB. Marc-Andre & Cathy Lacaille were sworn in. After Marc-Andre gave his testimony, the hearing was recessed, deliberative session ensued.
John Lambert then opened the hearing for Application 2007-125-PA at 7:50. The hearing was recessed due to the applicants not being present.
John Lambert then opened the preliminary hearing for Application 2007-148-PAA. After discussion it was determined that John Lambert would draft a letter explaining the necessary requirements of the Board to Mr. Latimer and require George Milo to be a co-applicant on the proposed request. Then Pete Johnson would review the letter with John Lambert on Saturday.
Application 2007-151-DRB for Marc-Andre Lacaille was then convened at 8:20. After discussion it was decided that Jack Miller screen applications to make sure they are filled out correctly and ready to be presented at a hearing. It was determined that John Lambert would draft a letter explaining the necessary requirements of the Board to Marc Lacaille then Pete Johnson would review the letter with John Lambert on Saturday.
Jim Martin has a request for an excavating business in process and John Lambert suggested that the Board draft a letter to Jim Martin explaining that he would quite possibly need to get state and federal permits, this would allow him to start the process more efficiently.
The minutes from October 11, 2007 were reviewed. Pete Johnson made a motion to accept the minutes, Bob Miller seconded. Voice vote approved.
The bylaws for the North Hero Development Review Board were reviewed and Pete Johnson made some suggestions/corrections and the Board accepted the recommendations and will review the corrections at the December 13 meeting.
Pete Johnson made a motion to adjourn at 8:30.
TOWN OF NORTH HERO, Development Review Board
Meeting of Thursday, November 8, 2007 at the North Hero Town School
DRB Members Present: John Lambert, Chip Porter, Mary Jane Healy, Alison Rogers,
Bob Miller, Pete Johnson, Eileen Mitchell, Cheryl Vantine, clerk
Applicants in Attendance: Marc-Andre & Cathy
Lacaille, Keith Leverenz, Bob
Scott, John Leggett & Kathryn Olmsted.
Also in Attendance: Jack Miller, Zoning Administrator.
John Lambert introduced the Board and called the meeting to order at 7:00PM.
John Lambert opened the hearing for Application 2007-138-DRB. John Leggett and Kathryn Olmsted were sworn in. The hearing was conducted in accordance with, as per 24 VSA §4414, for a Conditional Change of Use, and North Hero Zoning regulations: pursuant to paragraph 328. This permit is a request for a change of use for a year round residence. A compliance review of structures, set backs, lot, and septic system was completed. The hearing was recessed at 7:15, deliberative session ensued. On a roll call vote, Chip’s findings were approved and the decision will be submitted for review by the Board at the December 13 meeting.
John Lambert then opened the hearing for Application 2007-146-DRB at 7:20. Robert L. Scott was sworn in. After Robert Scott gave his testimony, the hearing was recessed, deliberative session ensued. It was determined that John Lambert would draft a letter explaining the necessary requirements of the Board to Mr. Scott then Pete Johnson would review the letter with John on Saturday.
John Lambert then opened the hearing for Application 2007-151-DRB at 7:30. Marc-Andre & Cathy Lacaille were sworn in. After Marc-Andre gave his testimony, the hearing was recessed, deliberative session ensued.
John Lambert then opened the hearing for Application 2007-125-PA at 7:50. The hearing was recessed due to the applicants not being present.
John Lambert then opened the preliminary hearing for Application 2007-148-PAA. After discussion it was determined that John Lambert would draft a letter explaining the necessary requirements of the Board to Mr. Latimer and require Mr. Milo to be a co-applicant on the proposed request. Then Pete Johnson would review the letter with John on Saturday.
Application 2007-151-DRB for Marc-Andre Lacaille was then convened at 8:20. After discussion it was decided that Jack Miller screen applications to make sure they are filled out correctly and ready to be presented at a hearing. It was determined that John Lambert would draft a letter explaining the necessary requirements of the Board to Mr. Lacaille then Pete Johnson would review the letter with John on Saturday.
Jim Martin has a request for an excavating business in process and John Lambert suggested that the Board draft a letter to Jim explaining that he would quite possibly need to get state and federal permits, this would allow him to start the process more efficiently.
The minutes from October 11, 2007 were reviewed. Pete Johnson made a motion to accept the minutes, Bob Miller seconded. Voice vote approved.
The bylaws for the North Hero Development Review Board were reviewed and Pete Johnson made some suggestions/corrections and the Board accepted the recommendations and will review the corrections at the December 13 meeting.
Pete Johnson made a motion to adjourn at 8:30.
TOWN OF NORTH HERO, Development Review Board
Meeting of Thursday, November 8, 2007 at the North Hero Town School
DRB Members Present: John Lambert, Chip Porter, Mary Jane Healy, Alison Rogers,
Bob Miller, Pete Johnson, Eileen Mitchell, Cheryl Vantine, clerk
Applicants in Attendance: Marc-Andre & Cathy
Lacaille, Keith Leverenz, Bob
Scott, John Leggett & Kathryn Olmsted.
Also in Attendance: Jack Miller, Zoning Administrator.
John Lambert introduced the Board and called the meeting to order at 7:00PM.
John Lambert opened the hearing for Application 2007-138-DRB. John Leggett and Kathryn Olmsted were sworn in. The hearing was conducted in accordance with, as per 24 VSA §4414, for a Conditional Change of Use, and North Hero Zoning regulations: pursuant to paragraph 328. This permit is a request for a change of use for a year round residence. A compliance review of structures, set backs, lot, and septic system was completed. The hearing was recessed at 7:15, deliberative session ensued. On a roll call vote, Chip’s findings were approved and the decision will be submitted for review by the Board at the December 13 meeting.
John Lambert then opened the hearing for Application 2007-146-DRB at 7:20. Robert L. Scott was sworn in. After Robert Scott gave his testimony, the hearing was recessed, deliberative session ensued. It was determined that John Lambert would draft a letter explaining the necessary requirements of the Board to Mr. Scott then Pete Johnson would review the letter with John on Saturday.
John Lambert then opened the hearing for Application 2007-151-DRB at 7:30. Marc-Andre & Cathy Lacaille were sworn in. After Marc-Andre gave his testimony, the hearing was recessed, deliberative session ensued.
John Lambert then opened the hearing for Application 2007-125-PA at 7:50. The hearing was recessed due to the applicants not being present.
John Lambert then opened the preliminary hearing for Application 2007-148-PAA. After discussion it was determined that John Lambert would draft a letter explaining the necessary requirements of the Board to Mr. Latimer and require Mr. Milo to be a co-applicant on the proposed request. Then Pete Johnson would review the letter with John on Saturday.
Application 2007-151-DRB for Marc-Andre Lacaille was then convened at 8:20. After discussion it was decided that Jack Miller screen applications to make sure they are filled out correctly and ready to be presented at a hearing. It was determined that John Lambert would draft a letter explaining the necessary requirements of the Board to Mr. Lacaille then Pete Johnson would review the letter with John on Saturday.
Jim Martin has a request for an excavating business in process and John Lambert suggested that the Board draft a letter to Jim explaining that he would quite possibly need to get state and federal permits, this would allow him to start the process more efficiently.
The minutes from October 11, 2007 were reviewed. Pete Johnson made a motion to accept the minutes, Bob Miller seconded. Voice vote approved.
The bylaws for the North Hero Development Review Board were reviewed and Pete Johnson made some suggestions/corrections and the Board accepted the recommendations and will review the corrections at the December 13 meeting.
Pete Johnson made a motion to adjourn at 8:30.
North Hero Planning Commission
July 9, 2007
at North Hero Elementary School 7:00 P.M.
In Attendance: Planning Commission: John Lambert, Jeanine Pratt,
Richard Mitchell, Pete Johnson,
Shauna Hauser and David Jacobs
Absent: Bobby Miller
Clerk Jo-Ann Tier
Zoning Administrator: Jack Miller
Meeting was called to order by Chair John Lambert at 7:00 P.M.
Tax Map # 11-02,39.2 Rod Hill applicant for Mr. and Mrs. Wood -
a merge / boundary line adjustment on Abnaki Road
Review took place of the map received.
John asked if anyone had any problems going to a final hearing.
Commission agreed that John Lambert should set a final hearing
date.
Jeanine Pratt made a motion that the minutes for June 11, 2007 be
accepted as read. This motion was seconded by Pete Johnson.. hearing
no further discussion.. this motion was carried.
Jack Miller stated he would bring his report to the next meeting.
Jeanine Pratt asked for nominations for Chair. Pete Johnson nominated John Lambert for Chair..
No other nominations were made.
This motion was seconded by Richard Mitchell.. hearing no further discussion.. motion carried.
John Lambert asked for nominations for Vice-Chair.
Richard Mitchell made a motion that Pete Johnson be the vice-chair.
This motion was seconded by Shauna Hauser.. hearing no further
nominations.. this motion was carried.
The role of a Planning Commission secretary was reviewed by Chair John Lambert.
Shauna Hauser was nominated for secretary by Jeanine Pratt. This was seconded by Pete Johnson.. hearing no further nominations .. this motion was carried.
Outline of Procedure/Permits needed for moving Town Office to North Hero School.
Joe Poquette as a follow-up of Joe’s request for information on
local permits. No changes recommended by the Commission.
Richard Mitchell made a motion that the Board recess this meeting and go into Executive Session. This motion was seconded by Pete Johnson…
hearing no further discussion.. this motion was carried.
Pete Johnson made a motion to come out of Executive Session and to
reconvene the meeting.. this motion was seconded by Richard Mitchell..
hearing no further discussion.. this motion was carried.
Discussed in Executive Session
None at this time.
Jeanine Pratt made a motion that the meeting be adjourned. This motion
was seconded by Pete Johnson .. hearing no further discussion ..this
motion was carried.
Respectfully Submitted,
Jo-Ann Tier
C: Commissioners
Town Clerk
File
NorthHero/Planning/PC minutes 6-11-2007.pdf
5/14/07 PLANNING AGENDA & MEETING MINUTES
Unapproved
North Hero Planning Commission Meeting
April 09, 2007 at 7:00 P.M.
at North Hero School
In Attendance:
Planning Commission: John Lambert, Shauna Hauser, Richard Mitchell, Bobby
Miller, Pete Johnson, and
Michael Murdock
Note: Absent Jeanine Pratt (due to being away).
Secretary: Jo-Ann Tier
Guest: Donald Jacobs, Frances Dolti and Courtney Fisher (7:16 P.M.)
Noted: by Chair John Lamb ert was that Michael Murdock was asked to attend this
meeting due to the Village District
discussion, etc.
Call Meeting to Order
Meeting was opened by Chair John Lambert at 7:02 P.M.
Mr. Lambert shared that he would like to get right along with the interviews due
to the vacancy of Mr. Jim Martin.
Three (3) have submitted letters of interest:
Frances C. Dotoli
Courtney Fisher
David B. Jacobs
Interview of Planning Commission
Mr. Lambert shared that he felt those interviewing were aware of what the North
Hero Planning Commission does
All applicants were asked to share with the Commission why they want to be a
part of the North Hero Commission.
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John explained that the North Hero Planning Commission
basically has two functions...
one being ... the planning part of it
two being.., sub-divisions, site plans, boundary line adjustments, etc.
Frances Dotoli
Shared her past experiences, concerns for Lake Champlain, education; with
solutions that could be over-lap, etc.
David Jacobs
Shared his interest in becoming involved as learning and giving his spupport to
the community, etc.
Courtney Fisher
Happy not to be on the Planning Commission. Courtney would like to be available
to assist the Planning Commission in re-writing their by-laws to be user
friendly. Courtney reviewed his background in the community planning area. He
now is doing many projects in our area communities. He would like to chair
and/or sit on a committee that would perhaps put us as a
‘mo&1” for the State of Vermont, etc.
Note: interviews on tape
John explained the process...
Planning Commission interviews and recommends to the Board of Select
replacements on the North Hero Planning Commission.
Minutes of March Meeting review for approval
Notes: correction.. no meeting was held in the month of March. Minutes for
February 12, 2007 which were mailed to all
of the Planning Commission was reviewed for approval.
It was noted that the following should be corrected in the minutes of February
12, 2007.
=page 2.... Easements should be shown on each lot. =page
3.... Should be stated as the former Ira Tudhope Home.
Peter Johnson made a motion to accept the minutes as corrected. This was
seconded by Bobby Miller... hearing no further discussion.. the minutes were
accepted as read.
Discussion Vfflage District Designation
Chair John Lambert shared that the North Hero Selectboard has asked the Planning
Commission along with the North Hero Historical Society to create a Village
District Designation.
The North Hero Historical Society will narrate, take the historical pictures,
etc.
The Planning Commission is to define the District along with identifying the
municipal uses.
Application will be submitted from the municipality — being the Selectboard.
Discussion:
- zoning districts
- cutting lines
- can expand to Shore Acres.. which would cause a change in the Zoning District
- when application is submitted a review will take place in three (3) years
- designation of the District is not a vote of the people
- by having this designation, you can then apply for Grants
- 36 to 38 Districts have been approved in the State of Vermont
- we are to determine what size District we want at this time
- Grand Isle is now applying - also
- etc.
Richard Mitchell made a motion that the Village District Designation be
designated from the Northland Boat, Inc. (not going down Savage Point Road)
continuing to Station Road with a 1000 ft. back designation noted on map
submitted. This motion was seconded by Pete Johnson.. hearing no further
discussion.. this motion was carried.
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Reports
Zoning Administrator
Jack Mifier reported his awareness at Dunham Bay Marina for
an extra dock which is not a part of the original agreement.
Jack wifi discuss further with John Lambert on Tuesday, April 10, 2007.
Future Agenda Item
Regional Commission
Not given this evening
Old Business
New Business
Communication from a Debra Westover — dated: Februar’4r 12, 2007 Copy of said
communication placed in each Planning Commissioners packet.
Said letter referenced Ms. Westover’s hoped that progress is being made in the
direction of some kind of a mooring situation for the folks out on Butler
Island.
Discussion...
John Lambert to be in touch with Debra Westover.
Executive Session
Richard Mitchell made a motion that the meeting recess and that the Commission
go into Executive Session for personnel situation. This motion was seconded by
Pete Johnson... hearing no further discussion.. this motion was carried.
Richard Mitchell made a motion that the Commission come out of Executive Session
and to reconvene the meeting. This motion was seconded by Shauna Hauser..
hearing no further discussion., this motion was carried.
Richard Mitchell made a motion that ballots be circulated for the replacement of
Jim Martin on the North Hero Planning Commission. This motion was seconded by
Bobby Mifier... hearing
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no further discussion.. this motion was earned.
Ballots for the Commission to vote for the replacement of Jim Martin were
distributed.
B allot were counted by Secretary, Jo-Ann Tier with the results being an
unanimous decision for David B. Jacobs to replace Jim Martin.
Discussion:
Chair John Lambert will send a letter to the Board of Select asking for the
appointment of David B. Jacobs. Said letter to share comments on reason why this
recommendation is being made.
It noted by the Commission that all three (3) candidates were all qualified for
the appointment... David B. Jacobs being the vote of the Commission.
Adjournment
Shauna Ilauser made a motion that this meeting be adjourned. This motion
seconded by Pete Johnson... hearing no further discussion.. this motion was
carried.
Jo-Ann Tier
C: Commission Town Clerk
Board of Select
Note: Meeting taped.. side 2 ... not recorded for some reason.
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Town of North Hero
Planning Commission Meeting
February 12, 2007 at North Hero School
7:00P.M.
In Attendance
Planning Commission: John Lambert, Jeanine Pratt, Shauna Hauser, Jim Martin,
Bobby Miller, Richard Mitchell
and Pete Johnson
Zoning Administrator: Jack Miller
Secretary: Jo-Ann Tier
Other: Jay White
P.O. Box 32
Barre, Vt.
Joseph P. Bauer, Esq.
P.O. Box 33
North Hero, Vt.
Final Hearing Application: #2007-01
Llaair John Lambert opened the final hearing application #2007-01 PC Tax Map
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O7-02-67.
Applicant Joseph P. Bauer, Esq. for owners Kenneth and Patricia Findlay for
a two
(2) lot subdivision on Savage Point Road.
Mr. Lambert reviewed the procedure that would be followed... Mr. Bauer would
present any details that he would like first, the commission having the
opportunity to ask questions of him, and an opportunity would be given for
any public comment.
John reviewed what was asked for as a result of preliminary hearing:
-the septic systems and replacement systems must be
shown on the plat
-location of driveways must be on the plat
-the Zoning District (s) must be indicated
-any existing structures must be shown
-any wetlands must be shown if they exist
-any easements must be shown on the plat
-any abutting landowners, especially on the North, should be
shown
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Mr. Bauer stated he had very little to add - the easements were added — a
slight
delay took place in receiving a letter from the Water Board because of the
holidays and people being away.
Elevations of 107 and 108 were noted — it was noted it will be a mound
system.
Replacement septic system for lot 1 will be on lot 2 - easement being noted
and the pnmary systems wifi be on each lot.
Mr. Bauer stated, at this time, it has not been determined where the
waterline will come in. He also shared an easement would not be needed to go
from one of the lots to the other.
It was noted that the shoreline district is noted but not the other
district.
Mr. Lambert asked if the commission had any other questions... question was
raised as to why does one lot show the primary septic location and the other
does not. Mr. Bauer answered that the engineer did not show this.
Mr. White was asked if he had questions or something to share...
Mr. White spoke about the Green Point Road... it being a right-of-way (25
feet).. and being maintained by folks in that area. Mr. White also shared
that people in this area are seasonal folks.
Distributed was a map which referenced the “blind corner”. Mr. Findlay
purchased this property in the 1980’s. Volunteers would go on the property
and cut the brush for safety of others.
Mr. Lambert pointed out that the Planning Commission is not in a position to
ask a landowner to give permission for others to cut down brush, etc...
however, it does make sense. Mr. Lambert said the Planning Commission could
make a request... Mr. Bauer indicated he would share this concerns with Mr.
and Mrs. Findlay.
Mr. Bauer indicated the survey done does not show this right-of-way.
Mr. White questioned “wet lands” .. picture distributed to the commission
Chair John Lambert reported that Town Clerk Ruth Mifier informeti him that a
Martha Horubostal could not attend the meeting and wanted “party status”..
Martha was informed that a letter should be sent for documentation pHrposes.
To
date, letter has not been received.
Note: map and photo attached to minutes and ified in the Findlay ifie.
Public ITearing was closed at 7:22 P.M. by Chair John Lambert
and that he would entertain a motion to approve the plat subject to
veriflcation that there are no wetlands on
these properties
a11 fees are paid
=hopes that Mr. Bauer will request of his client the concern for tree/scrub
removal at Green Point Road (right-of-way)
Pete Johnson made a motion seconded by Jim Martin for commission approval of
this plat. Hearing no further discussion... this motion was carried 7-0.
Note: attached to the minutes is a list of adjoining owners who received
notification of this hearing
Minutes of January 2007 Meeting
Jim Martin made a motion that the minutes of January 06, 2007
e accepted as read. This motion was seconded by Jeanine Pratt... hearing no
further discussion... this motion was carried.
Reports
Zoning Administrator
Zoning Report — January 2007 — was distributed by Jack Miller... owners of
records four (4).. .type of action... date... approval, etc. was
distributed.
Note: attached to minutes for Town Clerk and file Former Ira Tudhope —
Vifiage District
Update by Jack Mifier. . . and John Lambert
= shared was that the Board of Adjustment cannot merge lots.
= Lots are merged only for conditional use only.
= Five lots have been merged for conditional uses in the past.
= Lots were conveyed at different times.
= The Tudhope lot was conveyed at a different date and it was conveyed to a
different person Doug Tudhope.
= (?) that meaning a second lot..., that has a house on it and did not get
merged.
= Lot in back and the Hero’s Welcome lot were merged...
= No site plan for house lot
Any change in driveway, lot etc. Bob Camp will have to come forward with a
site plan.
Any change in the house lot — a site plan wifi have to come forward.
1993 hearings were referenced
New Business — as needed
Selectboard - looking for a site
Chair John Lambert shared that the Selectboard is in the process of looking
for a new office site...
Recommendations was that the Planning Commission be involved from the
beginning.
Commission agreed that John Lainbert should make the wishes of the Planning
Commissioff aware to the Board of Select.
Minutes
Mailing of the minutes prior to the next meeting was discussed and agreed
Upon.
Adjournment
Pete Johnson made a motion that this meeting be adjourned..this motion was
seconded by Jeanine Pratt.. hearing no further discussion.. this motion was
carried.
Respectfully Submitted,
Jo-Ann Tier
C: Planning Commission Town Clerk
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