TOWN OF NORTH HERO, Development Review Board
Meeting of Thursday, June 12, 2008 at the North Hero Town School
DRB Members Present: Pete Johnson, Chip Porter, Alison Rogers, Mary Jane Healy,
Bob Miller, Eileen Mitchell**, Cheryl Vantine, clerk
Attendance: Thomas Williams, Andy Cochran, Mary Fitzpatrick, Jim Blandino, Jeff Sikora, Andrea Champagne, Patricia Johnson, Annemarie Goergen-Jacobs, David Jacobs, Marie Kilbride, Pam Greenblott, Elliott Greenblott, Diana Fredericks, Suzanne Hawley, Cindy Longwell, Richard Longwell, Linda Letourneau, Lloyd Edwards, Norma Edwards, Kay Olmsted, John Leggett, Patricia Johnson, Kathy White, Michele Viane and Bruce Viane.
Pete Johnson called the meeting to order at 7:00PM.
Pete Johnson then opened a preliminary sketch review for Application #2008-44-DRB, tax map #10-00-36.1/10-00-36.2 located at Stevens Camp Road. Applicant Thomas B. Williams was sworn in and described the boundary line adjustment of .29 acres for his pre-existing lots.
Chip Porter explained that on the final map the zoning district would need to be labeled as well as the acreage of all 4 lots. The lot numbers should also conform to the tax map numbers and a line should be drawn of 500 ft. and the shoreline district should also be identified.
Pete Johnson then reopened Application #2007-125-PAA, located at 2042 Rte. 2, applicant Jackie Delormier-Blow seeking a single lot subdivision. The Board then reviewed a revised sketch which was presented by Andrea Champagne seeking 2 lots on less than 6 acres. After discussion it was determined that the applicant would resubmit a plan that would meet the requirements which will be documented in a report and sent to Jackie Delormier-Blow within 15 days. Pete Johnson moved to recess the hearing.
Pete Johnson then opened Application #2008-31-DRB, tax map # 04-01-29 located at 6441 US Rt. 2 applicant North Hero Town School District seeking a PUD. Marie Kilbride, the representative for the School was sworn in. Marie Kilbride presented a letter dated June 2nd which was entered as an Exhibit to the Board. The board had reviewed the sketch from Krebs & Lansing for the proposed roadway. The Board had expressed concerns about segregation and safety and evacuation procedures which Marie addressed by explaining a proposed fence which would effectively segregate the Town Office users from the children. Paula Knight wanted to make sure that her property would not be impacted, and that the project include landscaping which would separate her property from the school, Marie had a proposal that should help that as well. Pete Johnson moved to recess the hearing, a final site plan will be submitted for the Board’s review.
Pete Johnson then reopened Application #2008-12-PA, tax map # 03-01-36 located at Baker Place, applicant Edwards Family Partnership seeking a Subdivision. Andy Cochran presented a letter dated April 10th which was entered as an Exhibit to the Board. Andy Cochran explained that the plan was to subdivide the land into three lots. David Jacobs expressed concerns about drainage and his fear that his culvert would be adversely affected. Mr. Leggett presented a letter dated April 13th which was entered as an Exhibit to the Board which itemized his concerns. Andy Cochran has gotten recommendations from Trudell Consulting Engineers which would in his opinion remedy the water issues. After discussion it was determined that the applicant would resubmit a plan that would meet the requirements which will be documented in a report and sent to Edwards Partnership within 15 days. Pete Johnson moved to recess the hearing.
Pete Johnson recused himself and Alison Rogers then reopened Applications #2008-20-PUD & 21-PUD, tax map #11-01-63.2 & 11-01-63.4 located at US Rt. 2, applicants Pamela Greenblott & Elliott Greenblott, seeking two, four lot Subdivisions. Jeff Sikora presented the Board with a letter and a packet dated June 12 which was entered as Exhibits to the Board. Jeff Sikora then reviewed the site plan. There were questions from the interested parties concerning the deeded access, where the envelope for the buildings would be and how close to the lake these would be, also if the Town Plan would be adhered to specifically concerning the shoreland’s district. At the interested parties’ request, Alison Rogers read a letter from Patty Johnson dated May 8th re: the Greenblott Subdivision. Mr. Greenblot then presented a letter dated June 12th to the Board which was entered as an Exhibit which itemized his concerns. Mr. Greenblot wanted it noted in the minutes that since Mary Jane Healy read a portion of a letter from Joe Bauer, it should be information that could be obtained from interested parties. After discussion it was determined that the applicant would resubmit a plan that would meet the requirements which will be documented in a report and sent to Elliott and Pamela Greenblott within 15 days. Alison Rogers moved to recess the hearing.
Pete Johnson then entertained a motion to accept the decision for Application #2008-5-DRB, tax map # 07-01-86/87 located at Pelots Point, applicant North Hero Marina, seeking a Conditional Use/Variance. Mary Jane Healy approved the decision. Bob Miller seconded. On a roll call vote this was approved.
Pete Johnson then entertained a motion to accept the decision for Application #2008-37-DRB, tax map # 07-03-45 located at 3275 U.S. Rt. 2, applicant Roman Catholic Diocese, seeking a Change of Use. Mary Jane Healy approved the decision. Bob Miller seconded. On a roll call vote this was approved.
Pete Johnson then entertained a motion to accept the decision for #2008-35-DRB, tax map # 05-02-46 located at Butler Island, applicant Dylan & Kathy McNamara & Ryan Jensen & Jody Kama, seeking a Conditional Use/Variance. Mary Jane Healy approved the decision. Bob Miller seconded. On a roll call vote this was approved.
Pete Johnson then entertained a motion to accept the decision for #2008-24-DRB, tax map # 05-01-56 located at 6582 U.S. Rt. 2, applicant Scott Family Trust, seeking a Conditional Use.
Mary Jane Healy approved the decision. Bob Miller seconded. On a roll call vote this was approved.
Chip Porter made a motion to accept March, April and May’s minutes. Mary Jane Healy seconded. Voice vote approved.
Alison Rogers entertained a motion to go into deliberative session after Pete Johnson had exited the meeting. Mary Jane Healy seconded. Voice vote approved.
**Eileen Mitchell left the meeting before it started having presented the board with a letter of resignation due to her appointment to the Selectboard.
TOWN OF NORTH HERO, Development
Review Boards
Meeting of Thursday, June 12, 2008
at the North Hero Town School
DRB Members Present: Pete Johnson, Chip Porter, Alison Rogers, Mary Jane Healy,Bob Miller, Eileen Mitchell**, Cheryl Vantine, clerk
Attendance: Thomas Williams, Andy Cochran, Mary Fitzpatrick, Jim Blandino, Jeff Sikora, Andrea Champagne, Patricia Johnson, Annemarie Goergen-Jacobs, David Jacobs, Marie Kilbride, Pam Greenblott, Elliott Greenblott, Diana Fredericks, Suzanne Hawley, Cindy Longwell, Richard Longwell, Linda Letourneau, Lloyd Edwards, Norma Edwards, Kay Olmsted, John Leggett, Patricia Johnson, Kathy White, Michele Viane and Bruce Viane.
Pete Johnson called the meeting to order at 7:00PM.
Pete Johnson then opened a preliminary sketch review for Application #2008-44-DRB, tax map #10-00-36.1/10-00-36.2 located at Stevens Camp Road. Applicant Thomas B. Williams was sworn in and described the boundary line adjustment of .29 acres for his pre-existing lots.
Chip Porter explained that on the final map the zoning district would need to be labeled as well as the acreage of all 4 lots. The lot numbers should also conform to the tax map numbers and a line should be drawn of 500 ft. and the shoreline district should also be identified.
Pete Johnson then reopened Application #2007-125-PAA, located at 2042 Rte. 2, applicant Jackie Delormier-Blow seeking a single lot subdivision. The Board then reviewed a revised sketch which was presented by Andrea Champagne seeking 2 lots on less than 6 acres. After discussion it was determined that the applicant would resubmit a plan that would meet the requirements which will be documented in a report and sent to Jackie Delormier-Blow within 15 days. Pete Johnson moved to recess the hearing.
Pete Johnson then opened Application #2008-31-DRB, tax map # 04-01-29 located at 6441 US Rt. 2 applicant North Hero Town School District seeking a PUD. Marie Kilbride, the representative for the School was sworn in. Marie Kilbride presented a letter dated June 2nd which was entered as an Exhibit to the Board. The board had reviewed the sketch from Krebs & Lansing for the proposed roadway. The Board had expressed concerns about segregation and safety and evacuation procedures which Marie addressed by explaining a proposed fence which would effectively segregate the Town Office users from the children. Paula Knight wanted to make sure that her property would not be impacted, and that the project include landscaping which would separate her property from the school, Marie had a proposal that should help that as well. Pete Johnson moved to recess the hearing, a final site plan will be submitted for the Board’s review.
Pete Johnson then reopened Application #2008-12-PA, tax map # 03-01-36 located at Baker Place, applicant Edwards Family Partnership seeking a Subdivision. Andy Cochran presented a letter dated April 10th which was entered as an Exhibit to the Board. Andy Cochran explained that the plan was to subdivide the land into three lots. David Jacobs expressed concerns about drainage and his fear that his culvert would be adversely affected. Mr. Leggett presented a letter dated April 13th which was entered as an Exhibit to the Board which itemized his concerns. Andy Cochran has gotten recommendations from Trudell Consulting Engineers which would in his opinion remedy the water issues. After discussion it was determined that the applicant would resubmit a plan that would meet the requirements which will be documented in a report and sent to Edwards Partnership within 15 days. Pete Johnson moved to recess the hearing.
Pete Johnson recused himself and Alison Rogers then reopened Applications #2008-20-PUD & 21-PUD, tax map #11-01-63.2 & 11-01-63.4 located at US Rt. 2, applicants Pamela Greenblott & Elliott Greenblott, seeking two, four lot Subdivisions. Jeff Sikora presented the Board with a letter and a packet dated June 12 which was entered as Exhibits to the Board. Jeff Sikora then reviewed the site plan. There were questions from the interested parties concerning the deeded access, where the envelope for the buildings would be and how close to the lake these would be, also if the Town Plan would be adhered to specifically concerning the shoreland’s district. At the interested parties’ request, Alison Rogers read a letter from Patty Johnson dated May 8th re: the Greenblott Subdivision. Mr. Greenblot then presented a letter dated June 12th to the Board which was entered as an Exhibit which itemized his concerns. Mr. Greenblot wanted it noted in the minutes that since Mary Jane Healy read a portion of a letter from Joe Bauer, it should be information that could be obtained from interested parties. After discussion it was determined that the applicant would resubmit a plan that would meet the requirements which will be documented in a report and sent to Elliott and Pamela Greenblott within 15 days. Alison Rogers moved to recess the hearing.
Pete Johnson then entertained a motion to accept the decision for Application #2008-5-DRB, tax map # 07-01-86/87 located at Pelots Point, applicant North Hero Marina, seeking a Conditional Use/Variance. Mary Jane Healy approved the decision. Bob Miller seconded. On a roll call vote this was approved.
Pete Johnson then entertained a motion to accept the decision for Application #2008-37-DRB, tax map # 07-03-45 located at 3275 U.S. Rt. 2, applicant Roman Catholic Diocese, seeking a Change of Use. Mary Jane Healy approved the decision. Bob Miller seconded. On a roll call vote this was approved.
Pete Johnson then entertained a motion to accept the decision for #2008-35-DRB, tax map # 05-02-46 located at Butler Island, applicant Dylan & Kathy McNamara & Ryan Jensen & Jody Kama, seeking a Conditional Use/Variance. Mary Jane Healy approved the decision. Bob Miller seconded. On a roll call vote this was approved.
Pete Johnson then entertained a motion to accept the decision for #2008-24-DRB, tax map # 05-01-56 located at 6582 U.S. Rt. 2, applicant Scott Family Trust, seeking a Conditional Use.
Mary Jane Healy approved the decision. Bob Miller seconded. On a roll call vote this was approved.
Chip Porter made a motion to accept March, April and May’s minutes. Mary Jane Healy seconded. Voice vote approved.
Alison Rogers entertained a motion to go into deliberative session after Pete Johnson had exited the meeting. Mary Jane Healy seconded. Voice vote approved.
**Eileen Mitchell left the meeting before it started having presented the board with a letter of resignation due to her appointment to the Selectboard.
TOWN OF NORTH HERO, Development Review Board
Meeting of Thursday, May 8, 2008 at the North Hero Town School
DRB Members Present: John Lambert, Chip Porter, Alison Rogers, Mary Jane Healy, Pete Johnson, Bob Miller, Eileen Mitchell, Cheryl Vantine, clerk
Attendance: Andy Cochran, Mary Fitzpatrick, Jim Blandino, Jeff Sikora, Jacqueline Delormier-Blow, Patricia Johnson, David Jacobs, Marie Kilbride, George Nelson, Katya Wilcox, Bart Wilcox, Paula Knight, Dave Marelli, Dylan McNamara, Renee Beyrone.
John Lambert called the meeting to order at 7:00PM.
John Lambert then reopened Application #2007-125-PAA, located at 2042 Rte. 2, applicant Jackie Delormier-Blow seeking a single lot subdivision. The Board then reviewed a revised sketch which was presented by applicant Jackie Delormier-Blow seeking 3 lots on less than 6 acres. After discussion it was determined that the applicant would resubmit a plan that would meet the minimum density requirements. John Lambert moved to recess the hearing.
John Lambert then reopened a sketch review for Application #2008-12-PA, tax map # 03-01-36 located at Baker Place, applicant Edwards Family Partnership seeking a Subdivision. David Jacobs was sworn in. Andy Cochran explained that the plan was to subdivide the land into three lots. David Jacobs expressed concerns about drainage and his fear that his culvert would be adversely affected. He reminded the Board of Mr. Leggett’s concerns as well. Andy Cochran has gotten recommendations from Trudell Consulting Engineers which would in his opinion remedy the water issues. John Lambert moved to recess the hearing. A preliminary site plan will be submitted for the Board’s review at our next scheduled meeting in June.
John Lambert then reopened a sketch review for Applications #2008-20-PUD & 21-PUD, tax map #11-01-63.2 & 11-01-63.4 located at US Rt. 2, applicants Pamela Greenblott & Elliott Greenblott, seeking a two, four lot Subdivision. Jeff Sikora was also sworn in and reviewed the sketch. There were questions from the interested parties concerning the deeded access, where the envelope for the buildings would be and how close to the lake these would be, specifically concerning the shoreland’s district. John Lambert moved to recess the hearing to go into deliberative session, explaining that the 45 day time limit has not started.
John Lambert then opened Application #2008-31-DRB, tax map # 04-01-29 located at 6441 US Rt. 2 applicant North Hero Town School District seeking a PUD. George Nelson, the representative for the School was sworn in. The board reviewed the sketch from Krebs & Lansing for the proposed roadway. The board expressed concerns about segregation and safety and evacuation procedures. Paula Knight wanted to make sure that her property would not be impacted, and that the project include landscaping which would separate her property from the school. John Lambert moved to recess the hearing, a final site plan will be submitted for the Board’s review.
John Lambert then reopened Application #2008-5-DRB, tax map # 07-01-86/87 located at Pelots Point, applicant North Hero Marina, seeking a Conditional Use/Variance. Jim Blandino described his plan to be able to work on larger boats which requires a bigger building. Chip went over the criteria to meet the Conditional Use/Variance. Mary Jane Healy approved the decision subject to the findings. Pete Johnson seconded. On a roll call vote this was approved.
John Lambert then opened Application #2008-37-DRB, tax map # 07-03-45 located at 3275 U.S. Rt. 2, applicant Roman Catholic Diocese, seeking a Change of Use. David Jacobs was sworn in as the representative and described the desire to enable Island Arts to use the church for a ticket center, classes, exhibits and some special events; and permission to put up a sign. Courtney Fisher was sworn in and discussed his approval of the project, however, he wanted to make sure that all wastewater permits are obtained if necessary. Chip Porter went over the criteria for a Change of Use. Mary Jane Healy approved the decision subject to the findings and the condition that all wastewater permits are obtained if necessary. Pete Johnson seconded. On a roll call vote this was approved.
John Lambert then opened Application #2008-35-DRB, tax map # 05-02-46 located at Butler Island, applicant Dylan & Kathy McNamara & Ryan Jensen & Jody Kama, seeking a Conditional Use/Variance. Dylan McNamara was sworn in. Dylan described his plan to replace an existing structure. Chip Porter went over the criteria to meet the Conditional Use. Mary Jane Healy approved the decision with the conditions that the deck remain open and that the existing structure be removed within 3 months. Pete Johnson seconded. On a roll call vote this was approved.
Pete Johnson then opened Application #2008-24-DRB, tax map # 05-01-56 located at 6582 U.S. Rt. 2, applicant Scott Family Trust, seeking a Conditional Use. Mr. Scott was sworn in and he described his desire to square off his house with an unattached 8 X 10 shed. After discussion and determining whether criteria was met for a Conditional Use, Mary Jane Healy approved the decision subject to findings with the conditions that Mr. Scott would be allowed to extend the front of his house and use that frontage to attach his shed; this does not affect his present permit. Pete Johnson seconded. On a roll call vote this was approved.
Pete Johnson made a motion to approve the decision for Application #2008-6-DRB, tax map # 02-00-06 located at 400 Rockledge Fee Fee Point Road, applicant Bruce & Sandra Cote seeking a Subdivision. Eileen Mitchell seconded. On a roll call vote this was approved.
Pete Johnson made a motion to approve the decision for Application #2008-13-DRB, tax map # 07-03-62.3 located at 400 Rockledge Drive, applicant David & Trudi Beauchemin seeking a Conditional Use/Variance. On a roll call vote this was approved.
Mary Jane Healy made a motion to adjourn at 9:30 and Alison Rogers seconded. Voice vote approved.
TOWN
OF NORTH HERO, Development Review Board
Meeting of Thursday, May 8, 2008 at the North Hero Town School
DRB Members Present: John Lambert, Chip Porter, Alison Rogers, Mary Jane Healy,Pete Johnson, Bob Miller, Eileen Mitchell, Cheryl Vantine, clerk
Attendance: Andy Cochran, Mary Fitzpatrick, Jim Blandino, Jeff Sikora, Jacqueline Delormier-Blow, Patricia Johnson, David Jacobs, Marie Kilbride, George Nelson, Katya Wilcox, Bart Wilcox, Paula Knight, Dave Marelli, Dylan McNamara, David Bray.
John Lambert called the meeting to order at 7:00PM.
John Lambert then reopened Application #2007-125-PAA, located at 2042 Rte. 2, applicant Jackie Delormier-Blow seeking a single lot subdivision. The Board then reviewed a revised sketch which was presented by applicant Jackie Delormier-Blow seeking 3 lots on less than 6 acres. After discussion it was determined that the applicant would resubmit a plan that would meet the minimum density requirements. John Lambert moved to recess the hearing.
John Lambert then reopened a sketch review for Application #2008-12-PA, tax map # 03-01-36 located at Baker Place, applicant Edwards Family Partnership seeking a Subdivision. David Jacobs was sworn in. Andy Cochran explained that the plan was to subdivide the land into three lots. David Jacobs expressed concerns about drainage and his fear that his culvert would be adversely affected. He reminded the Board of Mr. Leggett’s concerns as well. Andy Cochran has gotten recommendations from Trudell Consulting Engineers which would in his opinion remedy the water issues. John Lambert moved to recess the hearing. A preliminary site plan will be submitted for the Board’s review at our next scheduled meeting in June.
John Lambert then reopened a sketch review for Applications #2008-20-PUD & 21-PUD, tax map #11-01-63.2 & 11-01-63.4 located at US Rt. 2, applicants Pamela Greenblott & Elliott Greenblott, seeking a two, four lot Subdivision. Jeff Sikora was also sworn in and reviewed the sketch. There were questions from the interested parties concerning the deeded access, where the envelope for the buildings would be and how close to the lake these would be, specifically concerning the shoreland’s district. John Lambert moved to recess the hearing to go into deliberative session, explaining that the 45 day time limit has not started.
John Lambert then opened Application #2008-31-DRB, tax map # 04-01-29 located at 6441 US Rt. 2 applicant North Hero Town School District seeking a PUD. George Nelson, the representative for the School was sworn in. The board reviewed the sketch from Krebs & Lansing for the proposed roadway. The board expressed concerns about segregation and safety and evacuation procedures. Paula Knight wanted to make sure that her property would not be impacted, and that the project include landscaping which would separate her property from the school. John Lambert moved to recess the hearing, a final site plan will be submitted for the Board’s review.
John Lambert then reopened Application #2008-5-DRB, tax map # 07-01-86/87 located at Pelots Point, applicant North Hero Marina, seeking a Conditional Use/Variance. Jim Blandino described his plan to be able to work on larger boats which requires a bigger building. Chip went over the criteria to meet the Conditional Use. Mary Jane Healy approved the decision subject to the findings. Pete Johnson seconded. On a roll call vote this was approved.
John Lambert then opened Application #2008-37-DRB, tax map # 07-03-45 located at 3275 U.S. Rt. 2, applicant Roman Catholic Diocese, seeking a Change of Use. David Jacobs was sworn in as the representative and described the desire to enable Island Arts to use the church for a ticket center, classes, exhibits and some special events; and permission to put up a sign. Courtney Fisher was sworn in and discussed his approval of the project, however, he wanted to make sure that all wastewater permits are obtained if necessary. Chip Porter went over the criteria for a Change of Use. Mary Jane Healy approved the decision subject to the findings and the condition that all wastewater permits are obtained if necessary. Pete Johnson seconded. On a roll call vote this was approved.
Pete Johnson then opened Application #2008-35-DRB, tax map # 05-02-46 located at Butler Island, applicant Dylan & Kathy McNamara & Ryan Jensen & Jody Kama, seeking a Conditional Use/Variance. Dylan McNamara was sworn in. Dylan described his plan to replace an existing structure. Chip Porter went over the criteria to meet the Conditional Use. Mary Jane Healy approved the decision with the conditions that the deck remain open and that the existing structure be removed within 3 months. Pete Johnson seconded. On a roll call vote this was approved.
Pete Johnson then opened Application #2008-24-DRB, tax map # 05-01-56 located at 6582 U.S. Rt. 2, applicant Scott Family Trust, seeking a Conditional Use. Mr. Scott was sworn in and he described his desire to square off his house with an unattached 8 X 10 shed. After discussion and determining whether criteria was met for a Conditional Use, Mary Jane Healy approved the decision subject to findings with the conditions that Mr. Scott would be allowed to extend the front of his house and use that frontage to attach his shed; this does not affect his present permit. Pete Johnson seconded. On a roll call vote this was approved.
Pete Johnson made a motion to approve the decision for Application #2008-6-DRB, tax map # 02-00-06 located at 400 Rockledge Fee Fee Point Road, applicant Bruce & Sandra Cote seeking a Subdivision. Eileen Mitchell seconded. On a roll call vote this was approved.
Pete Johnson made a motion to approve the decision for Application #2008-13-DRB, tax map # 07-03-62.3 located at 400 Rockledge Drive, applicant David & Trudi Beauchemin seeking a Conditional Use/Variance. On a roll call vote this was approved.
Mary Jane Healy made a motion to adjourn at 9:30 and Alison Rogers seconded. Voice vote
approved.
TOWN
OF NORTH HERO, Development Review Board
Meeting of Thursday, April 10, 2008 at the North Hero Town School
DRB Members Present: John Lambert, Alison Rogers, Mary Jane Healy,
Pete Johnson, Bob Miller, Cheryl Vantine, clerk
Attendance: Andy Cochran, Mary Fitzpatrick, Jim Blandino, Dianna Fredericks, Suzanne Hawley, Norma Edwards, Floyd Edwards, Cindy Longwell, Karen Mitchell, John Leggett, Diane Baker, Kay Olmsted, Stanley Baker, Andrea Champagne, Jeff Sikora, Jacqueline Delormier-Blow, Patricia Johnson, AnneMarie Goergen-Jacobs, David Jacobs, Bill White, Peter MacDonald, Charles Bombard, Karl Raacke, David Bray, Joseph Obuchowski
John Lambert called the meeting to order at 7:00PM.
John Lambert then opened Application #2008-12-PA, tax map # 03-01-36 located at Baker Place, applicant Edwards Family Partnership seeking a Subdivision. John Lambert explained party status and what that entails. For the record, John Leggett, Diane Baker, Stan Baker, and Kay Olmsted were sworn in and have attained this status. Andy Cochran was also sworn in as the Edward’s representative. Andy Cochran explained that the plan was to subdivide the land into three lots, he distributed a letter from Trudell Consulting Engineers to address the drainage issues and well issues which is attached to these minutes. John Leggett had some concerns about drainage and flooding he also had concerns about potential from the lake. Stanley Baker was concerned about traffic issues that may result coming from Lakeview Drive. He suggested a different access road be designed. John Lambert moved to recess the hearing to go into deliberative session, explaining that the 45 day time limit has not started. There will be a site visit conducted on May 1st at 4:00 starting at Pete Johnson’s house.
John Lambert then opened Application #2008-5-DRB, tax map # 07-01-86/87 located at Pelots Point, applicant North Hero Marina, seeking a Conditional Use/Variance. Jim Blandino was sworn in. He described his plan to be able to work on larger boats which requires a bigger building. Joseph Obuchowski, representative for Janet Curtis, was concerned that there would be major road issues and that going from seasonal to year round use would be a potential problem for his client. Jim Blandino wanted to make it clear that he was not applying for a change of use, and that he gets all permits from the state required. John Lambert moved to recess the hearing to go into deliberative session, explaining that the 45 day time limit has not started.
John Lambert then opened a sketch review for Applications #2008-20-PUD & 21-PUD, tax map #11-01-63.2 & 11-01-63.4 located at US Rt. 2, applicants Pamela Greenblott & Elliott Greenblott, seeking two, four lot Subdivision. Patricia Johnson, Bill White, Charles Bombard and Karl Raacke were sworn in. Jeff Sikora was also sworn in and reviewed the sketch. There were questions from the interested parties concerning the drain tiles, where the envelope for the buildings would be and how close to the lake these would be. John Lambert moved to recess the hearing to go into deliberative session, explaining that the 45 day time limit has not started. There will be a site visit conducted on May 1st at 4:00 starting at Pete Johnson’s house.
Mary Jane Healy submitted a letter regarding section #476 “Deeded Access to the Lake” in regards to the decision for Application #2007-125-PA, tax map #11-01-25 located at 2042 US Rt. 2, applicant Jackie Delormier-Blow, Agent – Andrea Champagne, seeking a single lot subdivision which is attached to the minutes. After discussion it was determined that Joe Bauer would be enlisted to give his opinion on the intention of section #476 pertaining to lake access for a subdivision.
Mary Jane Healy made a motion to adjourn at 8:30 and Alison Rogers seconded. Voice vote
approved.
TOWN OF NORTH HERO, Development Review Board
Meeting of Thursday, April 3, 2008 at the North Hero Town School
DRB Members Present: John Lambert, Alison Rogers, Mary Jane Healy,
Pete Johnson, Bob Miller, Eileen Mitchell, Cheryl Vantine, clerk
Attendance: Bruce Cote, Keith and Paula Mayhue, David and Trudi Beauchemin and Bart Wilcox.
John Lambert called the meeting to order at 7:00PM.
John Lambert then reopened Application #2007-125-PAA, located at 2042 Rte. 2, applicant Jackie Delormier-Blow seeking a single lot subdivision. John Lambert moved to recess the hearing to go into deliberative session. The Board came out of deliberative session and Pete Johnson made a motion to deny the application without prejudice because the information that was requested was not adequately addressed. Mary Jane Healy seconded. On a roll call vote this was denied without prejudice. John Lambert will communicate to the applicants what is required.
John Lambert then reopened the hearing for Application #02-00-06.2, located at Fee Fee Point Road, applicants Bruce & Sandy Cote seeking a subdivision. The applicants had included the zoning district on their maps as requested in the preliminary hearing on February 14. Keith Mayhue had some concerns about ditching and septic which were addressed. John Lambert closed the hearing and Pete Johnson made a motion to approve the application. Alison Rogers seconded. On a roll call vote this was approved.
John Lambert then opened Application #07-03-62.3, located at 400 Rockledge Drive, applicant David and Trudi Beauchemin seeking a conditional use/variance. David and Trudi Beauchemin were sworn in and gave their testimony. John Lambert closed the hearing and Pete Johnson made a motion to approve the application on condition this dwelling would convert back to an accessory structure within 3 months after their new home is built. Alison Rogers seconded. On a roll call vote this was approved.
Bob Miller made a motion to go into deliberative session. Pete Johnson seconded. Voice vote approved. The Board came out of deliberative session at 7:30. Pete Johnson made a motion that the initial application for the DRB will now consist of a sketch plan review for subdivisions and the second application will be a site plan review which will be a warned hearing. Pete Johnson made a motion to accept the minutes from March. Mary Jane Healy seconded. Voice vote approved.
The School Board is progressing with a curb cut from the state. A sketch plan will be presented soon with the curb cut and parking lot access will be identified.
Pete Johnson made a motion to approve the March 13, 2008 minutes. Bob Miller seconded. Voice vote approved.
Pete Johnson made a motion to adjourn at 8:00.
NORTH HERO DEVELOPMENT REVIEW BOARD
MEETING MINUTES
2008
TOWN OF NORTH HERO, Development Review Board
Meeting of Thursday, March 13, 2008 at the North Hero Town School
DRB Members Present: John Lambert, Chip Porter, Alison Rogers,
Pete Johnson, Bob Miller, Eileen Mitchell, Cheryl Vantine, clerk
Attendance: Bruce Cote, Jackie Delormier-Blow, Andy Cochran; representative for Edwards Family Partnership, Courtney Fischer,and Mike Brow, esq., representatives for Rob Svendsen.
John Lambert called the meeting to order at 7:00PM.
John Lambert reopened the recessed hearing for Application #2007-165-DRB, tax map #02-00-35 located at 132 Bridge Road, applicant Rob Svendsen seeking a Site Plan Review, Courtney Fischer as his representative discussed the preliminary finding of the North Hero Development Review Board. A letter drafted by Courtney on March 10, 2008 is attached to the minutes. John Lambert will contact Joseph Bauer to determine if Courtney’s interpretation of Section 345 (C) of the North Hero Zoning Bylaws is correct. Mike Brow discussed the difference between a license and a lease. Eileen Mitchell made a motion to go into deliberative session. Bob Miller seconded. Voice vote approved.
The Board came out of deliberative session and Chip Porter made a motion to accept the minutes from January and February. Pete Johnson seconded. Voice vote approved.
The Board then discussed upcoming meetings which were scheduled to be April 3 and April 10. Chip suggested that Shauna Houser be invited to the meetings, since several people will be absent. John Lambert and Cheryl will get together on March 15, Saturday to finalize the warnings.
Pete Johnson made a motion to adjourn at 8:45.
TOWN OF NORTH HERO, Development Review Board (Draft)
Meeting of Thursday, February 14, 2008 at the North Hero Town School
DRB Members Present: John Lambert, Chip Porter, Mary Jane Healy, Alison Rogers,
Pete Johnson, Bob Miller, Eileen Mitchell, Cheryl Vantine, clerk
Attendance: James Martin, Julie Chaffee, Keith & Vanetta Darby,
Kathie Dustira, Stephen Ludwig, Sandra Cote & Bruce Cote, Paula Knight, Paul Clark,
Jay O’Boyle & Cheryl O’Boyle, Lisa Svendsen & Robert Svendsen Andrea Champagne,
Jackie Delormier-Blow, David Bray, David Carter, Courtney Fischer,
and Jack Miller, Zoning
John Lambert called the meeting to order at 7:00PM.
John Lambert opened the hearing for Application #2008-4-DRB tax map #11-02-39.2 located at 660 Abnaki Road, applicant Stanley & Nancy Wood seeking a seasonal to year round use.
David Carter represented the Wood’s and gave testimony about the dwelling which meets all setbacks. Chip Porter asked questions to clarify. John Lambert moved to recess the hearing to go into deliberative session. Pete Johnson approved the decision subject to the findings. Mary Jane Healy seconded. On a roll call vote this was approved subject to findings.
John Lambert then opened Application #2008-3-DRB, tax map #07-03-12 located at 3829 US Rt. 2, Paul Clark represented Charles & Dorice Clark who are seeking a Conditional Use/Variance from retail to office space, potentially a lawyer’s office. Parking will not be an issue. The sign will be exactly the same size. Chip Porter asked questions to clarify. John Lambert moved to recess the hearing to go into deliberative session. Mary Jane Healy approved the decision subject to the findings. Eileen Mitchell seconded. On a roll call vote this was approved.
John Lambert then reopened Application #2007-125-PAA, located at 2042 Rte. 2, applicant Jackie Delormier-Blow seeking a single lot subdivision. Andrea Champagne gave testimony, Chip Porter asked questions to clarify. The board requested 3 copies of the map of corrections and a copy of a letter from the state stating that there are no wetlands 2 weeks prior to the March 13 hearing. John Lambert moved to recess the hearing to go into deliberative session. Pete Johnson approved the decision subject to the findings. Mary Jane Healy seconded. On a roll call vote this was approved.
John Lambert then opened a preliminary hearing for Bruce & Sandy Cote, the applicants were sworn in. The applicants distributed maps of their plan. John Lambert requested that it should include the zoning district on their maps. The hearing was recessed until the March 13 hearing.
John Lambert then reopened Application #2007-161-DRB, tax map #04-01-28 located at 532 Blockhouse Point Road, applicant James Martin seeking a Conditional Use/Variance. Mary Jane Healy made a motion to go into deliberative session in private. Eileen Mitchell seconded. On a roll call vote this was approved. Mary Jane Healy made a motion to come out of deliberative session and Bob Miller seconded. Keith Darby came forward and questioned the scope of the business. It was explained that the sugaring is an in home occupation, and the excavation business that he has been doing for many years now needs a conditional use permit. However, if he expands his present business then he will need to do a PUD. The Board requested an engineered site plan. Pete Johnson approved the decision subject to findings. Alison Rogers seconded. On a roll call vote this was approved.
John Lambert then reopened Application #2007-165-DRB, tax map #02-00-35 located at 132 Bridge Road, applicant Rob Svendsen seeking a Site Plan Review, Courtney Fischer as his representative was sworn in. He then distributed several documents for New England Powerboat Services, Inc. Marina. The documents are attached to these minutes and describes pertinent issues for this project as well as neighbors letters of support. After discussion it was decided that the traffic concerns are not as much of an issue as originally thought. John Lambert moved to recess the hearing to go into deliberative session on February 28. Mary Jane Healy seconded. On a roll call vote this was approved.
David Bray represented the Lawrence’s and asked questions of the Board, he needs to make a minor adjustment to his map. He will bring two maps to the March 13th meeting and Chip will have the decision ready for review and approval then.
John Lambert has invited regional staff members to the March 13th meeting to help streamline
our process and was anticipating perhaps having 2 meetings a month in the future.
Jack Miller requested that the decisions be turned over more quickly because people
are requesting building permits which can’t be accepted until the decision has been
completed. John Lambert is anticipating that the regional people will help us with these types
of issues.
Pete Johnson made a motion to adjourn at 9:10.
TOWN OF NORTH HERO, Development Review Board (Draft)
Meeting of Thursday, January 10, 2008 at the North Hero Town School
DRB Members Present: John Lambert, Chip Porter, Mary Jane Healy, Alison Rogers,
Pete Johnson, Eileen Mitchell, Cheryl Vantine, clerk
Applicants in Attendance: James Martin, Julie Chaffee, Keith & Vanetta Darby, Claire LaVoie,
Ken Bassett, Ted & Lisa Godfrey, Kathie Dustira, Stephen Ludwig, Ed Murphy, Mary Dupont,
David Carter, Courtney Fischer.
Also in Attendance: Jack Miller, Zoning Administrator, Ruth Miller, Town Clerk
John Lambert called the meeting to order at 7:00PM.
John Lambert opened the hearing for Application #2007-161-DRB tax map #04-01-28 located at 532 Blockhouse Point Road, applicant James Martin, Jr. seeking a Conditional Use/Variance. John Lambert explained party status and what that entails. For the record, Claire LaVoie, Ken Bassett, Keith & Vanetta Darby, Kathie Dustira, Stephen Ludwig, Ed Murphy, Mary & Larry Dupont, Joe Dotoli, Robin Liberty and Mary Benoit and Mariette St. Germain have attained this status. The applicant is seeking a Conditional Use/Variance. James Martin was sworn in and described his excavating business of stock piling and screening topsoil material and trucking material, he also added that the truck travel would not increase. He also has a sugaring business. Chip Porter asked many questions to clarify. He then swore everyone in who was requesting party status. Chip Porter then formally requested that any deliberations and votes for this request be held outside the public hearing. Chip Porter then requested a site visit by recessing this hearing and reconvene and notice everyone that a site visit would be conducted and it would involve anyone who wanted to attend. James Martin disagreed with Chip Porter and thought that allowing the DRB to inspect his home should be sufficient. Chip Porter stated that he was not eligible for an in home occupation under a conditional use. James Martin was told to apply for a conditional use and that is what he did. He also explained that he is not working in his yard he is just stockpiling material. James Martin asked Chip Porter to recuse himself because he made comments to the effect that James Martin had an illegal pit on his property. The hearing was recessed until February and the people who have party status will be informed of the results if there is a site visit.
John Lambert then reopened Application #2007-148-PAA, tax map #07-02-42 located at 836 Savage Point, applicant Roland & Rita Latimer who are seeking a Lot Merger/and or Boundry Line Adjustment. John Lambert inquired if it would be able to be done legally. The answer is yes. Chip Porter asked questions to clarify. Mary Jane Healy approved the decision subject to the findings. Pete Johnson seconded. On a roll call vote this was approved.
John Lambert then opened Application #2007-167-DRB, located at Rte. 2 North Hero Village, applicant Grand Isle County Courthouse seeking a Conditional Use/Variance. Andy Detreville gave testimony about the 8 X 16 foot shed which will not be visible from the road and which meets all setbacks. The board requested a picture for the record. Chip Porter asked questions to clarify. Pete Johnson approved the decision subject to the findings. Mary Jane Healy seconded. On a roll call vote this was approved.
John Lambert then reopened the hearing for Application 2007-125-PA, tax map #05-02-32 located at Butler Island, applicant Edward & Lisa Godfrey seeking a Conditional Use/Variance. After the applicants were sworn in they described the 14 X 20 wooden platform they would like to build which would meet all setbacks. Pete Johnson approved the decision subject to the findings. Mary Jane Healy seconded. On a roll call vote this was approved. On a roll call vote this was approved.
John Lambert then opened Application #2007-DRB, tax map #02-00-35 located at 132 Bridge Road, applicant Rob Svendsen seeking a PUD, Courtney Fischer as his representative was sworn in. He then distributed a letter for New England Powerboat Services, Inc. Marina which stated that it was an application for a Site Plan Review and Conditional Use Approval. The letter is attached to these minutes and describes the project. After discussion it was obvious that there are major traffic concerns. The hearing was recessed by roll call vote.
The minutes from December 13 were reviewed. Eileen Mitchell made a motion to accept the
minutes with corrections, Pete Johnson seconded. Voice vote approved.
Pete Johnson made a motion to adjourn at 9:00.
TOWN OF NORTH HERO, Development Review Board
Meeting of Thursday, January 10, 2008 at the North Hero Town School
DRB Members Present: John Lambert, Chip Porter, Mary Jane Healy, Alison Rogers,
Pete Johnson, Eileen Mitchell, Cheryl Vantine, clerk
Applicants in Attendance: James Martin, Julie Chaffee, Keith & Vanetta Darby, Claire LaVoie,
Ken Bassett, Ted & Lisa Godfrey, Kathie Dustira, Stephen Ludwig, Ed Murphy, Mary Dupont,
David Carter, Courtney Fischer.
Also in Attendance: Jack Miller, Zoning Administrator, Ruth Miller, Town Clerk
John Lambert called the meeting to order at 7:00PM.
John Lambert opened the hearing for Application #2007-161-DRB tax map #04-01-28 located at 532 Blockhouse Point Road, applicant James Martin, Jr. seeking a Conditional Use/Variance. John Lambert explained party status and what that entails. For the record, Claire LaVoie, Ken Bassett, Keith & Vanetta Darby, Kathie Dustira, Stephen Ludwig, Ed Murphy, Mary & Larry Dupont, Joe Dotoli, Robin Liberty and Mary Benoit and Mariette St. Germain have attained this status. The applicant is seeking a Conditional Use/Variance. James Martin was sworn in and described his excavating business of stock piling and screening topsoil material and trucking material, he also added that the truck travel would not increase. He also has a sugaring business. Chip Porter asked many questions to clarify. He then swore everyone in who was requesting party status. Chip Porter then formally requested that any deliberations and votes for this request be held outside the public hearing. Chip Porter then requested a site visit by recessing this hearing and reconvene and notice everyone that a site visit would be conducted and it would involve anyone who wanted to attend. James Martin disagreed with Chip Porter and thought that allowing the DRB to inspect his home should be sufficient. Chip Porter stated that he was not eligible for an in home occupation under a conditional use. James Martin was told to apply for a conditional use and that is what he did. He also explained that he is not working in his yard he is just stockpiling material. James Martin asked Chip Porter to recuse himself because he made comments to the effect that James Martin had an illegal pit on his property. The hearing was recessed until February and the people who have party status will be informed of the results if there is a site visit.
John Lambert then reopened Application #2007-148-PAA, tax map #07-02-42 located at 836 Savage Point, applicant Roland & Rita Latimer who are seeking a Lot Merger/and or Boundry Line Adjustment. John Lambert inquired if it would be able to be done legally. The answer is yes. Chip Porter asked questions to clarify. Mary Jane Healy approved the decision subject to the findings. Pete Johnson seconded. On a roll call vote this was approved.
John Lambert then opened Application #2007-167-DRB, located at Rte. 2 North Hero Village, applicant Grand Isle County Courthouse seeking a Conditional Use/Variance. Andy Detreville gave testimony about the 8 X 16 foot shed which will not be visible from the road and which meets all setbacks. The board requested a picture for the record. Chip Porter asked questions to clarify. Pete Johnson approved the decision subject to the findings. Mary Jane Healy seconded. On a roll call vote this was approved.
John Lambert then reopened the hearing for Application 2007-125-PA, tax map #05-02-32 located at Butler Island, applicant Edward & Lisa Godfrey seeking a Conditional Use/Variance. After the applicants were sworn in they described the 14 X 20 wooden platform they would like to build which would meet all setbacks. Pete Johnson approved the decision subject to the findings. Mary Jane Healy seconded. On a roll call vote this was approved. On a roll call vote this was approved.
John Lambert then opened Application #2007-DRB, tax map #02-00-35 located at 132 Bridge Road, applicant Rob Svendsen seeking a PUD, Courtney Fischer as his representative was sworn in. He then distributed a letter for New England Powerboat Services, Inc. Marina which stated that it was an application for a Site Plan Review and Conditional Use Approval. The letter is attached to these minutes and describes the project. After discussion it was obvious that there are major traffic concerns. The hearing was recessed by roll call vote.
The minutes from December 13 were reviewed. Eileen Mitchell made a motion to accept the
minutes with corrections, Pete Johnson seconded. Voice vote approved.
Pete Johnson made a motion to adjourn at 9:00.