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1966-PLANNING BOARD iii {� t't'. PR I � ptoMluI 3IL 0114ty of �$alem, Irzs�ttcl��tse#ts �""n'�'96c� ��FI1ttTtlt$ �IIMYi� drag �� January 10, 1966 �J0h" 1 Geralb '[_ ffldQarft `flllbat ( . Vitcaff MINUTES OF CITY PLANNING BOARD MEETING 34 Shu a uch of pagw A. .'f6[V HELD JANUARY 6 1 66 - Salem, �9lllassac usefts . �ltagmunb �(. �fvee"eg , 9 In the absence of Chairman John M. Gray, Jr. , and at his request, Mr. Michael Paskowski acted as Chairman, and opened the meeting at 7:30 P.M. Also in attendance were Mr. Albert Pitcoff and Mr. Gerald McCarthy. The first order of business was a Form A application presented by Attty. Max Kowalski for Attty. David Doyle, concerning land of Thomas J. Levesque, et als. Plan shows they have a frontage on Lilly Street of 149.73 feet; the purpose of this application being for use in Land Court proceeding to clear the title to this property. Mr. Pitcoff made a motion, seconded by Mr. McCarthy to approve Form A. VOTED: To approve. On motion made and seconded it was voted to approve the minutes of the last meeting and dispense with reading of same as copies had previously been distributed to all Board Members. A communication was read from Roy F. Weston, Inc. , regarding a request for a copy of a document referred to as Historic Preservation included as an item in "701" urban planning assistance program. This letter had been previously received by the Planning Board and turned over to the Redevelopment Authority, but had been returned by them to this Board. Since no such copy is available, it was voted to table this item at this time. A revised budget requesting appropriation for the year 1966 was read. On motion made and seconded it was voted to make a matter of record that under date of December 23 , 1965, the Chairman submitted a revised budget for the year 1966 in the amount of $$,200.00. Motion approved. A letter to Mayor Collins, dated December 23, 1965, expressing the opinion of the Planning Board as being presently not in favor of an Ordinance to create a Planning Department for the City of Salem was read. On motion made and seconded, it was voted approved. A letter from Neal B. Mitchell, City Engineer, to the Planning Board was read, regarding the profile of the proposed sewer on South Street, prepared by Pelletier and Millbury of Danvers. This was given tentative approval by the Planning Board under date of December 23, 1965• 2 Mr. Pitcoff moved that the Board formally approve this, pro£ile and notify the City Engineer so that he can advise the; petitioner of this action. Motion seconded and voted approved. After the reading of a letter from the Department of Commerce and Development of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, requesting in- formation about the City's master plan, Mr. Pitcoff moved to table this until the next meeting when the Chairman will be present. Mo- tion seconded by Mr. McCarthy, and so voted. It was felt that a subscription to the Zoning Bulletin would be helpful to the Board, and it was voted to apply for such subscription. Copies of several different booklets were received and circulated among the Board Members. After each member has had a chance to review these books, they will become a part of the Board's library. Decisions of the Board of Appeals, dated December 27", 1965, on the petitions of James Grasso, and the Salem Glass Company were read. . Pitcoff moved that it be made a matter of record that these decis- ions, in which it was voted to refer these petitioners to the Planning Board to consider the matter of re-zoning in connection with their ap- plications, heard by the Board of Appeals on December 20, 1965. Mo- tion seconded, and so voted. Technical Bulletin 53 from the Urban Land Institute was received. There. being no further business brought to this meeting, it was VOTED: To adjourn at 9:05 P.M. Respectfully submitted, k Clerk `1 'S CITY PLANNING BOARD 34 CHURCH ST. MINUTES OF 14EETING - - - - - - HELDJANUARY20,,1966. Chairman Jonn M. Gray, Jr. , opened the meeting at 7:35 P.M. Mr. Pitcoff, Mr. Paskowski, and Mr. McCarthy were present at this meeting. The first order of business was to approve the minutes of the last meet- ing while dispensing with reading of same as Members had received copies prior to this meeting. Voted approved. Among the communications presented to the Board at this meeting was a request from the City Clerk, that on or before April 15 , 1966, the annual report of this Board be filed in duplicate. This will insure the printing of the City Documents for the year 1965, as ordered `by the City Council . A letter from the State College at Salem extending an invitation to the Board to attend a Seminar on Mass and Highway Transportation was read. Unfortunately it appeared that no member would be able to attend, as the seminar would begin at 1:00 P.M. on January 28, 1966, a time that would be most inconvenient . Louis J. Robicheau, residing at 27 Leavitt Street, presented a Form-A application and plan for approval. Since this plan did not show a pub- way, namely Almeda Street with land fronting on this street, the Board voted to deny this application, suggesting applicant appear at another time with a proper plan showing lots concerned. VOTED: To deny. Att 'y. Philip Strome appeared and presented a Form-A for China Sails, Inc. , stating his client- will acquire three lots of land located on Loring Ave . , De Francesco Avenue, and Cedar Avenue . Mr. Pitcoff stated the plan shows each lot has a frontage on one public way or maybe two, namely Loring Avenue and Cedar Avenue . Ms. Pitcoff made a motion that we endorse this plan as not requiring approval under the Sub-Division Control Law which was seconded by Mr. McCarthy. VOTED: To approve . A Form-A from the office of Att 'y. J. E. O'Keefe, representing the Bos- ton and Maine Railroad was next presented. This plan showed a lot of land on Jefferson Avenue to be conveyed to Wilfred J. Pelletier. This lot has a frontage .on Jefferson Avenue, a public way sixty feet wide . Mr. McCarthy moved ttiat this plan be endorsed as not requiring approval under the Sub-Division Control Law. Motion seconded and so approved. VOTED: To approve . f J Page 2 PLANNING BOARD MEETING - - - Held January 20, 1966. Or A letter from the Board to Mr. Neal B. Mitchell, City Engineer, asking how to obtain copies of the new city maps was read. Chairman John M. Gray, Jr. , stated he had been in touch with Mr. Mitchell and had been informed that the Board will receive copies of these maps when they become available . It was voted to reply to a communication previously received from Roy F. Weston, Inc . , in which a copy of a report on historic preservation as included in the urban planning assistance program, was requested. This letter to suggest that the Weston Company write to the Redevelopment Authority requesting this information. A letter from the Department of Commerce and Development of the Common- wealth of Massachusetts which had been tabled at the last meeting was read. This letter requested information about the City's master plan. Chairman John M. Gray, Jr. , will draft a reply. The next order of business concerned the acquisition of a volume on Urban Design: - The Architecture of Towns and Cities by McGraw-Hill Book Company Publishers . Board voted to order a copy of this book. The Board next discussed purchasing office equipment being particularly interested in a filing cabinet of drawers, 30' x 36' approximately, and a bookcase to hold all books in the library of the Board. It was de- cided to approach local vendors for catalogs depicting this furniture . The City Building Inspector, Mr. Daniel J. O'Brien, Jr. , attended this meeting and presented a list of various questions pertaining to Zoning as applicable under the new Zoning Ordinance . An interesting discuss- ion followed, touching on each subject referred to on Mr. O'Brien's list . It was felt that there would be some amendments made to this Ordinance at some future date relaxing some regulations that appear to be too stringent. This concluded the business brought to the Board this evening, and it was VOTED: To adjourn at 9:55 P.M. Re ectfully submitted, Clerk f. f CITY PLANNING BOARD CHURCH ST. MINUTES OF MEETING - - - - - - HELD FEBRUARY 3 , 1966. Members present at this meeting were Mr. Albert Pitcoff, Mr. Gerald Mc- Carthy, and Mr. John M. Gray, Jr, the Chairman, who opened the meeting at 7':40 P.M. Appearing at this meeting to observe were Mrs. Sally Dee and Mr. Minut- ello of the Citizens Committee of Urban Renewal. Mr. McCarthy moved that reading of the minutes of the previous meeting be dispensed with and the minutes be approved ; motion seconded and so approved. Form A application presented by Louis Robicheau concerning land on High- land Avenue was the first order of business. The owner of this property, Suzanne Allain wishes to convey a portion of the lot to Mr. Robicheau; this portion is a 7000 square foot lot, having a fifty foot frontage on Highland Avenue . The rear portion of this lot°would be part of a lot fronting on Almeda Street which has a fifty foot frontage . Mr. Pitcoff moved that the plan be endorsed since each parcel would have a frontage Wf fifty feet on a public way,.-'Mr. Gray seconded, and plan was APPROVED. Form A application of Salem Acres, Inc . , land on Valley Street . Plan shows fifteen foot easement. Mr. Pitcoff made a motion that since the Board had already approved the plan of these lots, and since neither the lots nor the streets have changed, and since the only purpose of this plan now is to show a drain easement which did not appear on the earlier plan, that the plan be endorsed as not requiring approval, motion seconded and plan was so APPROVED. A letter from the Department of Planning of Onondaga, New York. was received requesting information on the Zoning Ordinance as specifically referring to Historic Preservation. Mr. Gray will draft a reply. In regard to the revised City of Salem Building Code, Mr. Gray stated he has a.,complete draft of the revision and discussed this with the Building Inspector, Chief Brennan, and Councillors Swiniuch and Marquis . A communication from the Committee for Economic Development was received, and Mr. Gray will study this document . A letter from Mayor Francis X. Collins was read; this concerned information for the Workable Program which will be required from this department . Page 2 PLANNING BOARD MEETING - - - HELD FEBRUARY 3, 1966 161r. Neal Mitchell, City Engineer, informed the Board by letter that the Assessors" Maps have been received and he will make up a set for this Board. Mr. Gray will check on map holders to be hung on the wall of the Planning Board quarters. Omer Faruk Sever, a student at New York University, requested a copy of the planning study "Comprehensive Plan for Salem, November, 1963". A copy is being forwarded to Mr. Sever. The Board voted to purchase a bookcase and two five-drawer units to hold plans. The next meeting of the Board will be held on February 16 instead of Feb- ruary 17, and an "ad" in the Salem Evening News calling attention to this is to be published prior to this meeting. This concluded the business of the Board for this meeting, and it was voted to adjourn at 9: 50 P.M. Respectfully submitted, ' Clerk �a� 3� $ Q-111i#u of Salem, 'fflttssarhuse##s G °sIttraTin� attr� Tahn fid. (5rap, fir. MINUTES OF MEETING - - HELD FEBRUARY 16,_ 19L6. (Zeralb Z. fflr@ nrthg Aichael Fasku(ushi 34 OIhurch Atreet ,A[hert g. Vitraff Anlem, Aa99ar4usgtts �(ttgmunD �_ �fneeneq This meeting was held in the Board 's quarters at 34 Church Street on Wednesday, February 16, 1966. A quorum being present, Chairman John M. Gray, Jr. , opened the meeting at 7:38 P.M. with Mr. Raymond F. Sweeney and Mr. Gerald T. McCarthy in attendance . Mr. Gray read a letter to Councillor Richard Poitras explaining that the appropriation of $2,000.00 requested by Chief James Brennan, chairman of the Codes Review Committee, was for printing of a draft of the revised Building Code as proposed. This request for funds is not for the final printing of the Code as this must be adopted by the City Council before a final printing. The minutes of the last meeting were approved on motion made Mr. Sweeney and seconded by Mr. McCarthy. The Board Members viewed a new set of Assessors ' maps and topographical _ • maps of the City which Mfr. Neal B. Mitchell, City Engineer had provided. FORM A - Salem News Publishing Company, concerning a parcel of land they have purchased bounded by Front, Washington, and New Derby Streets, and land of Solomon, and land of Stathopoulos. Mr. Sweeney moved that the plan be endorsed, approval under the sub- division control law not required . This transfer does not leave any lots without sufficient frontage on a public way. VOTED - To endorse . Chairman John Gray read a letter from Attorney John Serafini requesting that a copy of plans submitted with the letter be referred to Mr. Neal B. Mitchell, City Engineer, and Dr. John Toomey, Health Agent for their comments. Board voted to sned letters to Mr. Mitchell and Dr. Toomey to explain what is requested of them, and also, to notify them that there will be a conference held by the Board at its March 16, 1966 meeting to discuss with them their requirements concerning this parcel of land which is on Lafayette Street at the Salem-Marblehead line . James Grasso appeared to request a rezoning of land owned by him on High- land Avenue, which under the new Zoning Ordinance is now in an R-C district . Chairman Gray stated that probably by the second meeting of the Board after this meeting, the Board will be able to set a date for a public hearing, .and suggested that Mr. Grasso write up a legal description of the property involved and present it with a map of the area, accompanied by a formal • petition to the Planning Board for this change . Y � : — 2 — i • A communication from the United Fund requesting information was read by Chairman John Gray. The Board was of the opinion that a copy of the "Comprehensive Plan" would furnish the desired information and voted to send a copy to them. A bulletin from New York University advising of a conference to be held on April land 2 was read. A fee of $75.00 per person is required. The Board decided that it would not be feasible to attend the conference . Mayor Francis X. Collins had previously requested cooperation by this Board with the Planning Services Group for the Workable Program. In con— nection with this request, Mr. Gray met with Mr. Mort Braun, head of the group which is making this report to the Mayor. Mr. Gray acquainted the Members with a summary of what had transpired at this meeting, mention— ing among other topics, that Mr. Braun stated that a great assist in his report would be the Board 's request for funds for a Planning Consultant 's services. Mr. Braun requested a copy of the Board's annual report when it is available . We hope to have a draft of this by the first of March ready for review. Mr. Gray told the Board of a meeting of the League of Women Voters which he had been requested to attend. Mr. Smith, president of the Salem Cham— ber of Commerce, and Mr. John Hooper, former chairman of this Board were in attendance . Upon being questioned on the Urban Renewal Program, Mr. Smith stated the Chamber of Commerce has not taken a stand as yet, be— cause they do not understand the financial aspects of it . Mr. Gray as a representative of the Planning Board was also asked for his views, and stated the Board essentially is in favor of Urban Renewal, and eventually will make a formal statement . This concluded the business of the evening, and on motion made and second— ed, it was voted to adjourn at 8: 55 P.M. Respectfully submitted, • Chi# ofttlem, ttssttc �tse##s Planning Puttrbi �alln�. Orap, fix. f�eralit 7t- �drfQarthp MINUTES OF MEETING - - HELD MARCH 3. 1966 Aichael Vaskofnski - 34 church Street ,Albert F_ Vitcoff Salem, �fassachuseffs 2agmona . 'Sfneenep In the absence of and at the request of Mr. John M. Gray, Jr. , Mr. Michael Paskowski acted as chairman. Mr. Gerald McCarthy and Mr. Raymond Sweeney were in attendance. The acting chairman opened the meeting at 7 :30 P.M. Minutes of the last meeting were voted approved and so accepted. Several advertisements, circulars, pamphlets, etc. had been received and were reviewed by the Board Mem- bers. • As this constituted the only business of the evening, it was voted to adjourn at 7:55 P.M. !sctfully esubmitted, c erk • i uttlem, rzsttc �tse##s u Planning Pnttdr Oahu M. (gray, Ir. March 21, 1966 (Sernlb T. flCir(fsrt4V ,Albert .?Pifro s[ti MINUTES OF MEETING HELD MARCH 16, 1966 34 @Ihurcll jairrd achuor ,T\Il+ex3 F. �ifcuff �ttlem, �l�9Rnssnchuseifs - i �ittgmunA �. �fueeneg . Chairman John M. Gray, Jr. , opened the meeting at 7:30 P.M. All members were present. On motion made and seconded, minutes of previous meeting were approved. Form A - Concerning two parcels of land on Greenledge Street, owned by Alphonsine Pelletier, and presented by Attorney Thomas W. Mo- ran, 7 Willow Street, Lynn. Board suggested petitioner file correct application to conform with plan to be submitted. Peti- tioner requested leave to withdraw. VOTED - Leave to withdraw without prejudice. John Serafini, Attorney for Associated Grocers came in with a preliminary sketch showing a proposed development of the land owned by them in Salem • and Marblehead. Emphasis was on a proposed roadway in both Salem and Marblehead. Even though lots were shown on the plan they were merely sketched showing possible development. Chairman Gray felt that the Ward 7 Councillor, Edmond Perron, should be heard on the matter before the Board expressex any opinion as he is vitally concerned with this roadway. It was left that no action whatever would be taken, and Attorney Serafini and his clients were invited to attend the next meeting of the Board which will be held on April 7. In the meantime, Councillor Perron would be briefed on what has transpired this evening, and would be invited to attend the April 7 meeting to express his own feelings. City Engineer Mitchell appeared with Angelo Trovas, a builder, regarding utilities installed at variance with approved plans. Mr. Gray suggested that a new plan be submitted to the Board. Mr. Trovas' engineer will draw a new plan showing the remedial measures based upon existing condi- tions, and resubmit it as a revision for approval of the Board. Mr. Mitchell presented a plan of a section of the Witchcraft Heights area. Mr. Gray suggested that we notify the owner and his attorney that the City Engineer informed the Board that the approved plans for the utilities installations along Gallows Hill Road are not being followed, and that there are serious deviations from said plans. The owner and his attorney are to be requested to attend the next meeting of the Board, April 7, and explain what is being done. • 2 • The City Building Inspector, Daniel J. O'Brien, appeared requesting clarification regarding the Zoning Ordinance in relation to various locations and proposed changes. This concluded the business for the evening, and on motion made and seconded, it was voted to adjourn at 9:35 P.M. Res ectfully submitted, Clerk • • ,R of planning poarb ��rzohu A. (Srug, Mr. April 11, 1966 Geralb IT. �4Ulcllarthg Airhsel puskufnski MINUTES OF APRIL-.Z,. 1266- MEETING MEETING 34 Churrh Street ,Albert F. 19ftruff _� — 'Salem, 'Massachusetts �Ragmuub J. 5fueeueg Chairman John M. Gray, Jr. , opened the meeting at 7 :35 P.M. Members pres- ent included Mr. Michael Paskowski, Mr, Albert Pitcoff, and Mr. Gerald McCarthy. Reading of the minutes of the last meeting was dispensed with as each mem- ber had previously received a copy. On motion made and seconded, it was voted to approve and accept minutes of last meeting. Form B Application for tentative approval of preliminary plan presented by Hewitt Construction Co., Inc., concerning land on Frederick Street. Plan not correctly filed. Harry Hewitt, president of the corporation requested leave to withdraw without prejudice. On motion made and seconded, he was granted leave to withdraw without prejudice. •Form A - Mary and Norine Fitzpatrick, concerning a lot of land at 14 Beacon Street, Peabody, a small triangular portion of which is situated in Salem, comprising $44.50 sq. ft. VOTED - To endorse. Form A - Gaetan J. SauVageau, land at 37 Northend Avenue, frontage of 175 ft. Owner transferring title of portion designated as Lot A with a front- age of 98.71 ft. and retaining lot designated B with a frontage of 76.29 ft. VOTED: - To endorse. Form A - Lisak Realty Corporation, land with frontage on Winter and Oliver Streets. Plan is made only to clarify for a mortgagee dimensions of lot and location of buildings. VOTED: - To endorse. Form A - Lisak Realty Corporation - owns 10-12 Williams Street with front- age on Williams and Mall Streets; also, 8 Williams by separate deed which includes 440 sq. ft. jog. Plan is made only to clarify for a mortgagee dimensions of lot and location of buildings, and to square off #10-12 by adding 440 sq. ft. jog to #10-12. VOTED: - To endorse. Form A - Alphonsine B. Pelletier, 5 Greenledge Street, two parcels of land both fronting on Greenledge Street, shown as Lots 655 and 656. .VOTED: - To endorse "Approval under sub-division Control Law not required because of representation by applicant that no structure will be erected on Lot #655 and Lot #656. 2 ' Att'y. George Vallis and his client Mr. DiBiase, builder of homes in the Witchcraft Heights area, appeared at the request of the Board to explain the work carried out not in accordance with the approved plan concerning water and sewer lines. City Engineer Neal Mitchell appeared and told of deviations he had discovered. It was made clear to the builder and his attorney that no deviation from the approved plan will be tolerated, and all work must be performed in accordance with approved plans. Angelo Trovas, another developer, also appeared to explain to the Board why he had deviated from plans approved by the Board. The City Engineer informed the Board that in this case, Mr. Trovas had installed water ser- vices only two to three inches below the surface, and that $5 feet of roadway within the Dundee Street development did not conform to the ap- provedP � plans. Mr. Trovas was seeking release of other lots in this devel- opment, but the Board told him he must correct everything in accordance with the--recommendations of Mr. Mitchell. The lots cannot be released until this work is done. An informal hearing followed. This concerned land at the Salem-Marblehead line. Attorney John Serafini, representing present owners of this property, spoke in connection with a proposed roadway. A large delegation of officials of the Town of Marblehead were present, as was Attorney William Carey of Lynn, representing a prospective buyer of the property involved. Councillors Ed- mond Perron and John Butler attended this meeting. Ohe matter of hiring a Planner. Consultant was next discussed by the Board. It was agreed to interview about six persons engaged in this field in order that the Board may make a proper choice. This was the final business of the evening, and on motion made and seconded, it was voted to adjourn at 11:30 P.M. Respectfully submitted, ;1 r�Cerl k 10-1i#g of ialem, fflttssarhusdts • 9T� r�yp�Cyy�♦�n Ary1'� y `y 'S�f'LMNF.� AV1GFLl1{LL {l RPtJNYV Jahn M. (I�raQ, Mr N V ` April 26, 1966 (Seralb SCI_ gr(Jarthu Alic4ael Vaskufuski 34 Church Street ,Albert �R_ Vitcuff MINUTES OF MEETING - APRIL 21, 1966 Aalem, Aassachusetts pnumaub J. �$(neeneu The meeting was opened at 7:45 P.M. with Chairman John Gray, and Members Mr. Paskowski, Mr. Pitcoff, and Mr. McCarthy in attendance. On motion made and seconded it was voted to dispense with reading the minutes of the last meeting, and voted to approve same. A message was received from Salem State College requesting that any fu- ture zoning maps be marked "Salem State College" instead of State Teachers College which appears on maps printed to date. Mr. Paskowski, representing the Board, had attended a meeting at the Essex Agricultural School, and gave a summary of what had transpired at that meet- ing. The subject of the meeting was a review of state legislation onlwater, principally the Hatch Act, Jones Act, and Coastal Wetlands Act. A letter from the University of Massachusetts at Amherst was read. This • was a request for a map of the City with ward boundaries indicated, also statistical information for a research project. We are forwarding a map of the City and a copy of the Comprehensive Plan. Copies of possible amendments to the Zoning Ordinance were given to each member. Representatives of two local sign companies appeared to disucss regula- tions now in effect on signs. They submitted copies of existing legis- lation in other communities. Copies will be :made and distributed to each memberp with a view toward modifying present requirements. Att 'y. John Serafini appeared and requested that the Board grant tentative approval to a proposed roadway at the Salem-Marblehead line. Mr. Pitcoff made a motion to grant tentative approval, emphasizing specific safeguards; motion seconded by Mr. McCarthy, and so voted approved. Att'y. George Vallis representing Salem Acres, Inc., requested release of certain lots from a protective covenant. It was voted to refer this mat- ter to the City Engineer for his opinion. Mr. Vallis also requested the release of $28,000. previously deposited with the City. This was referred to Mr. Mitchell for his certification that installation of the utilities is in accordance with approved plans. A discussion followed on methods of procuring a Planning Consultant to • work with the Board. This concluded the business of the evening, and it was voted to adjourn at 10:00 P.M. Respectfully submitte4� r' erk ONDI m 10_13#g of '�$ttlem, gassarhuUtte. 131anning Pourb lohn 'M. (gran, Ir. May 31, 1966 (geralb Z. Mrlarft � Oirhnel Fasksfuski 34 (9hurrh J-6freet ,Albert A. Vitraff 'f6alem, 'Massachusetts pumsnD _ fneenen MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING - MAY 19. 1966 The meeting was opened promptly at 7:30 P.M. with all members in attend- ance. Due to the lengthy agenda, minutes of the preceeding meeting were voted approved without reading. FORM "A" - Application of Hewitt Construction Company, 18 Verdon Street, concerning lots 51, 52, and 53 on Verdon Street, each with 50' frontage and substandard in size for building purposes. It was proposed that lot 52 be divided into two new lots, 652 and 653, and as indicated on plan submitted, 653 be combined with 51, and 652 with 53, resulting two lots would each have a min- imum area of 7000 sq ft and adequate frontage. VOTED - APPROVED. • FORM "B" - Application of Hewitt Construction Company, 1$ Verdon Street, concerning sub-standard size lots 75 through $0, and lots 25 through 29 on Frederick Street; proposed to regroup forming three lots, A, B. and C. Plan submitted was too localized and incomplete in detail. Mr. Hewitt was instructed to have his engineer, Essex Survey Service, read our regulations, then en- large plans to comply, showing access roads of abutters, street dimensions, etc. He was also told to file identical application with the Board_:of Health. Subdivider withdrew application without prejudice. FORM "A" - Application of Bernard J. Stankus, 19 Balcomb Street. It was proposed that a parcel of land on the westerly side of Balcomb Street beginning 120' south of Foster Court and extending south- erly 104.99 ft. be divided into Lot A with 53 .99' frontage, and 5209 sq. ft. area, and lot B with 50.99' frontage and 5444 sq ft area. Lot A has dwelling on it; lot B has sufficient frontage and area for building purposes. VOTED - APPROVED. . Salem Acres. Attorney George Vallis, their engineer, and city engineer Neal Mitchell present ; this was in part a continuation of discussion held at previous meetings and based on the complaint of Neal Mitchell concerning •workmanship in the installation of utilities and diversion from approved plans. Since there was still considerable business on hand, and it was ob- vious that this case alone could consume several hours, a special meeting t , 1 - 2 was set up for May 24, 7:30 P.M. (Later changed to May 25, same hour). • FORM "C" - Application of Associated Grocers Co-op. of the North Shore, Inc. , Engineer Parsons, concerning land at the Salem-Marble- head line. The plan submitted was essentially the same as seen before with a little more detail. It showed no devel- opment on the Salem end with the exception of a road with ut- ilities running through it. Plan showed no profile on drainage. Spokesman was told to have their engineer add this information. Dates &et were May 27 for first publication of notice, and June 14, 7 :30 P.M. for Public Hearing. A letter from Dr. Toomey of the Board of Health, relative to Associated Grocers subdivision and containing tentative approval was received and is :duly being recorded here. Mr. Avigian of Day Avenue, Salem, spokesman for a small group, submitted a letter requesting that the Planning Board recind permission granted to Salvatore Reale of Salem for piping water down Day Avenue to his lots; the reason given was that Mr. Reale is deviating from original plan to build a single family house, and is now asking for a variance to build an eight-apartment building. He was told that it was too late for us to consider his request but that he could appear at the hearing of the Board of Appeals and state his opposition. It might have some influence on the decision. Mr. Bowman of Essex Survey Service appeared with three builders concerning a proposed development on Mooney Road, Sable Road, and Seemore Street - off Highland Avenue. The purpose was to show sketch plans and to obtain our thinking prior to submitting preliminary plans. Their difficulty was that due to ledge conditions and direction of slope, some lots would require septic tanks. The Chairman advised them that the six lots which could not be properly sewered would not get the approval of either the Board of Health or the Planning Board, and should be left out of the Preliminary Plans. i A representative of the Leslie Sign Company was present to talk about the new sign code. He was told that we are still working on it and° are not ready for discussion. Mr. John Barrett of the Redevelopment Authority, and his planner, Mr. Kelley, brought in their latest maps on Heritage Plaza East, resulting from the re- location of road from Peabody Museum property. They also brought in drafts of two letters for our approval which they need to comply with Federal in structions. One letter states that the revised plan conforms with the comprehensive plan. It received our approval. The other letter deals with zoning. As a result of road relocation, S.U.R. requests that approval be given to rezoning four small areas. It was pointed out that rezoning called for a public hearing. Mr. Pitcoff revised the draft to include the information that the Planning Board was in favor but that a Public Hearing would be held to comply with the Law. • 3 - Mr. Pitcoff made the observation that the Planning Board holds open meet- ings. The question was whether that means ALL meetings, i.e. including specials. A motion was made and approved that the City Solicitor be asked to rule on it. Complying with the instructions of Chapter 40C, .it was voted to retain the present Chairman and Clerk for the coming year. Meeting adjourned at 10:10 P.M. Respectfully submitted, • • P • 6 w r 7`f Goti s fv v r o 4r tea: ✓ Gro�1 \FU(I- VQ y V�V V Ie� Fo f/Drees S73t :mow t ; Cq°,Q h e.Ile- v'I ec�l4V e- J Gam �C eowo — — /lam � .L.-� G��cX /�-•/ /�`/�l '.�`n�a • r t - - , -� - -L v OT i � d � � � � � i � € � �' �'� � �� ; � � � k �� :� � r� � � � � � � � � �� m �� da , ? � � � ,� � � � � � g � g�` • • • -le:7� de P - • � �' .-ems-� °�� "`��.° . �" � �,� ��-5,�.ice-- .�--m-•-�-� � o j e. A" "�q--�— .��-- �` � • _- • -� w� of '$aIem, 4vassttehuse##s ,rg �s�°us�°°'�' �Ittttztin� �nttrd �olltt �_ (6rug, fir_ fl�exxil��_ �flfir(Qxirtljg ; �fflir4ael Puskofnshi 34 (94=4 5trret ,Albert �R_ Vitraff '�alem, ffiassar4metts �Rxigmua� �_ �fneeneq MINUTES OF MEETING - MAY 25, 1966 The meeting was opened at 7:40 P.M. Present were Michael Paskowski ( acting chairman), Raymond Sweeney and Gerald McCarthy. Attorney George Vallis representing Salem Acres was present with an engineer from Carter & Towers to discuss the utilities that have been installed at the development at Witchcraft Heights. The following action was taken: Motion made and seconded that the Planning Board release in full, lots 79 to 83 inclusive and lots 52 to 56 inclusive from the force and effect of the conditions set forth in the protective covenant dated May 18, 1965 by the posting of $60000. The motion was voted and approved. Motion was made and seconded that the Planning Board release Salem Five Cents Savings Bank Book #8618 in the amount of $28,000. in consideration of another bank book con- taining the amount of $10,000. to be held as security for the completion of the work set forth in the security agreement between Salem Acres, Inc. and the Planning Board dated October 21, 1965. The motion was voted and approved. Motion was made and seconded that the Revised Drain and Sewer Plan of Witchcraft Heights dated April 27, 1966 be accepted with the provision that the grade at the westerly end of Gallows Hill Road be increased to 1% from .64% as shown. The motion was voted and approved. A new plan was introduced by Attorney Vallis for Salem Acres, Inc., dated April 27, 1966 showing revisions in Gables Circle be approved. On the basis that this is a change of lot lines, which does not leave any lot so affected without sufficient area or frontage on a way previously approved under subdivision control, a motion was made and seconded that the plan be endorsed as not requiring approval as a sub- division. The motion was voted and approved. Respectfully submitted, Acting clerk m (�i#g of "ialem, 'fflttssar4use##s i �T��✓ �ltttming �nttr� MINUTES OF MEETING HELD ON JUNE 2s1966 fl�eralil II_ �IcfQarthg _...__ �!'fr Iicliml Pask°f°ski 34 (Qurch Street ,Albert P. vitcoff Salem, �iassachusefts "Sfueenev The meeting was opened at 7:30 P.M. In the absence of Chairman John M. Gray, Jr., and at his request, Mr. Al- bert R. Pitcoff acted as chairman. Also in attendance at this meeting were Michael Paskowski, Gerald McCarthy, and Raymond Sweeney. Reading of the minutes of the last minutes was dispensed with and on motion made and seconded were approved. On May 5, 1966, Michael Paskowski, representing the Plan- ning Board, attended the annual meeting of the Massachu- setts Federation of Planning Boards at the Thompson Club. Mr. Paskowski brought a memorandum of what transpired at that meeting. This was passed around and read by the Board Members and on motion made and seconded it was voted approved. The reading of the minutes of the special meeting which was held on May 25, 1966, prepared by Mr. Gerald McCarthy, was dispensed with and voted approved. Members present voted to conduct the next regular meeting of the Board on Tuesday, June 14, 1966, immediately follow- ing a special meeting scheduled for that evening. Notices to this effect will be published in the local newspaper. Form A - Application of Boston and Maine Railroad Corp. 150 Causeway Street, Boston, Massachusetts. This concerns a parcel of land containing 9705± sq. ft. in the rear of land of the North Shore Waste Paper Company on Jefferson Avenue, to be transferred to said company. VOTED: - Approved. Having attended to all business presented at this meeting, on motion made and seconded, it was voted to adjourn at $:25 P.M. spectfully submitted, _ Clerk. of Salem, 'fflttssar4use##s planning �Ruttrbr John A. (Srau, Xr. PUBLIC HEARING - ASSOCIATED GROCERS - JUNE 14., 1966 (Serala T. fflr6rfhq Aichael Vashufnshi 34 Chnrch Street ,Albert A. Vitrnff Following publication of a formal notice Aalem, Mnssar4neetts Faumanb A. Afueeneg in the Salem Evening News on May 27, and June 3, 1966, a public hearing was held by the Board on a proposed subdivision plan affecting the property owned by Associated Grocers on Lafayette Street at the Salem= Marblehead line. Chairman John M. Gray, Jr. , opened this meeting at', 7:45 P.M. by read- ing the published advertisement, explaining the purpose of this hear- ing. Board Members Albert Pitco£f, Michael Paskowski, and Gerald Mc Carthy were in attendance. Attorney John R. Serafini, with offices at 126 Washington Street, Salem, represented Associated Grocers, owners of said property located partly in Salem and partly in Marblehead. Mr. Serafini presented the proposed plan indicating areas where sewer and water installations would be. He further explained that the roadway leading into the proposed development would not be extended to connect with any existing road in Marblehead. Dr. John J. Toomey, Health Agent, stated he is interested in the instal- lation of sewer lines, and the proposed two-foot depth does not conform to the City's regulations, and he could not approve the proposed plan until he was satisfied that the water and sewer lines, catch basins, and sewerage pumping station were installed in strict accordance with the requirements. Attorney Serafini declared that Mr. Sylvester, prospective buyer, would conform to all regulations. Chairman John Gray informed Mr. Serafini that the proposed plans are in direct conflict with the City's subdivision control laws. Mr. Albert Pitcoff suggested that the petitioner secure the approval of the Board of Health before his next appearance before the Board. Mr. Pelletier, a member of Associated Grocers, and a professional engin- eer, and Mr. Beeman, consultant, also Mr. John Parsons of Lynn who drew the plans were present. Also in attendance were Councillor Edmond Perron, Mr. Aime Gauthier of 185 Lafayette Street, Mr. Canner of 84 Roberts Road, Marblehead, in ad- dition to John-Skinner, Chairman of the Marblehead Board of Selectmen, accompanied by several Town of Marblehead officials. Mr. Skinner stated he came to see, look, and listen, but had nothing to say. Mr. Gauthier inquired as to the type of buildings to be erected. Councilor Perron asked petitioners if plans of proposed structures were available. Att 'y. Serafini said they were not. Chairman Gray stated that the Salem parcel of land is zoned for multiple family dwellings or apartments. The Board advised Attorney Serafini of the sixty day time limitation for acting on said plan. Respe u submitted re Ile of $alem, fflassarhusrtts ])tanning Poarb Mahn 0. drag, Mr. MINUTES OF MEETING - JUNE 14, 1966 Geralit T. A&tQarthg 'Wirhael vaskufuski 34 OIhurrh Street ,Albert �R. Vitraff �_6alem, �fflassachusefts Fi agmunb A. Sfuegneg Following a public hearing of a proposed subdivision plan affecting prop- erty owned by Associated Grocers of Salem, presented by their Attorney, John R. Serafini, at 7 :30 P.M., the regular meeting of the Board was opened at 8:25 P.M. In attendance with Chairman John M. Gray, Jr. , were Michael Paskowski, Gerald McCarthy, and Albert Pitcoff. The reading of the minutes of the previous meeting was dispensed with, and on motion made and seconded, were voted approved. Mrs. James Boulger attended this meeting as an observer for the Civic Group. Form A - Attorney Max Kowalski presented a plan of land, showing Lots "A", "B", and "C" Maple Street owned by Dorothy E. Bradley. The purpose was to show separate lots with frontage on Maple Street. A copy of a decision • from the Board of Appeal granting a variance to erect a dwelling on Lot "A" accompanied the plan. On motion made and seconded, it was VOTED: - Approved. The Inspector of Buildings, Daniel J. O'Brien, Jr. , submitted two plot plans for recommendations by the Board. The first plan showed land on Clark Street where the owner proposes to erect a dwelling or dwellings on two lots of land, each having insufficient frontage. This plan shows adjoining lots in single ownership and presents a zoning problem, noncon- forming lots due to insufficient frontage. The second plan showed a lot of land on Brook Street on which the owner proposes to construct a dwelling. The Board noted there are inadequate services here. A letter from Attorney John McNiff, accompanied by a plan of land on Paral- lel Street and other data, was received. The owner of this land is Leonidas A. Philipedes. The Board voted to notify Mr. McNiff to file a proper Appli- cation, in this instance Form B. and acquaint himself with the rules and regulations of this Board, also, to inform the attorney that he may attend any meeting of the Board to present his plan. Angelo Trovas next appeared and asked the Board to release Lots 3 and 4 on Dundee Street. The Board voted to communicate with the City Engineer, requesting him to inform the Board, if, in his opinion, the covenant on • os — 2 _ •these two lots can be released. There are four lots here, #3, #4, #5, and #8 not released. Board Members and Mr. Trovas will be notified when this letter is received. Chairman John Gray brought up the matter of a bill for $800.00 from the Professional Services Group for the 1965 Workable Program. This amount was included in the budget of the Board for 1966, and on motion made and seconded, it was voted to encumber the necessary funds to discharge this obligation. A discussion followed, relative to acquiring the services of a Planning Consultant. The Board voted unanimously to approach the Planning Services Group, requesting a representative of this group to appear at the next meeting to discuss this proposal. This concluded the business of the evening and it was voted to adjourn at 9 :35 P.M. Respectfully submitted, • • I. Ctu of tt1Pm ttssttt �z$e##s n � t s� Planning Poarb john�. �rttp, fir. July $, 1966 f�eralD Y�. Ic(Qarthg MINUTES OF MEETING HELD ON JULY 7. 1966 �{dflichael �askofnski 34C4=4 Sfxeei ,Albert P. Witroff Salem,, Massachusetts paumo b A. 96eeneg The regular meeting of the Planning Board was held on July 7, 1966 and was opened by Chairman John M. Gray, Jr. , at 7:30 P.M. Members present included Michael Paskowski, Gerald McCarthy, and Albert Pitcoff. Minutes of previous meeting and minutes of special meeting, both held on June 14, 1966 were presented. On motion made and seconded it was voted to accept both, while dispensing with reading same, and so voted approved. The first order of business was a discussion with Mr. Morton Braun and Mr. Ed. Kelly, representatives from the Planning Services Group, Inc. , who will commence working with the Board as consultants. On motion made and secon- ded, it was voted to hold special meetings with the consultants from time to time instead of conducting business with them at the regular meetings. The first meeting with the consultants will be held on July 12, 1966. At this point in the meeting, the chairman had to leave, and Mr. McCarthy assumed the chairmanship at Mr. Gray's request. • Mr. Stephen Decoulos next appeared with a plan of land on Day Avenue, show- ing an extension of the sanitary sewer. Mr. Decoulos stated the plan had the approval of the City Engineer. Mr. Pitcoff made a motion that the Board write to the City Engineer, enclosing said plan, asking for his rec- ommendations, and it was so voted. Att 'y. George Vallis appeared for Salem Acres, Inc., with a plan showing sewer and drain system on their property in the Witchcraft Heights area. Mr. Vallis asked for the release of restriction #6 shown on the plan, which provides that lots #1 to #23 inclusive and lots #$9 to #97 inclusive shall not be built upon until adequate drainage and sewerage are provided. Mr. Pitcoff motioned that the Board write to the City Engineer requesting that he inform the Board whether the plan and profile of the sewer and drain . now installed are satisfactory to him, and to seek his recommenda- tions in this regard. After receiving the comments of the City Engineer, the Board will take the matter up with the Board of Health to determine whether they have any objection to the installation which now exists. Mr. Vallis then requested release of lots #57 to #74, and #76, #77, and #7$, and #9$ through #111 inclusive, being all of the lots presently not released in the Witchcraft Heights area, excepting those which are re- stricted until adequate drainage and sewerage have been approved. On motion made and seconded, it was voted to write to the City Engineer ask- ing his opinion as to the amount of money required to be held as security for the completion of the installation of services. t . 2 Attorney John R. Serafini spoke with reference to the application of the associated Grocers for approval of the definitive subdivision plan of land �n the Lead Mills area on Lafayette Street, on which a hearing was held by this Board on June 14, 1966. The plan has been revised under date of June 219 1966, to meet objections which were-made by the Board of Health, 'the re- sult of which is to take the sewer line completely outside of Salem, and have it on land situated only in Marblehead. Since the Planning Board is in receipt of a letter from the Board of Health dated June 24, 1966, that it has reviewed the revised plan and gives its approval to the plan as revised, and since the Board's approval of the plan is to be upon the con- dition which is set forth in the protective covenant which is to be filed, and the fact that the private way shown on the plan insofar as travel rights are concerned shall be for the exclusive benefit of lots one through eight and Lots "A", "B", and "C" shown on the plan, Mr. Pitcoff moved that upon receipt by this Board of a letter from the City Engineer to the effect that he has no objection to the plan as revised, this Board give its approval and endorse its approval on the plan as revised and file the necessary certificate of approval with the City Clerk. Mr. Paskowski seconded motion, all in favor, and so voted. FORM A - Francis J. Brown, 112 Albion Street, concerning the transfer of land and dwelling at 13 Albion Street, on motion made and secnnded, it was voted to endorse because two or more buildings were standing when the subdivision con- trol law went into effect in the City of Salem, June 1$, 1962, all in favor VOTED: To endorse. sngelo Trovas next appeared seeking release of Lot #3 Dundee Street from the ovenant. It appearing that we have been informed by the City Engineer that he has no objection to the release of this lot, on motion made and seconded it was voted to furnish Mr. Trovas with a partial release of this lot. FORM A - Normand J. Bedard, 8 Story Road, relating to straightening out prop- erty lines of Mr. Bedard and his abutter, Mr. Michaud, on motion made and sec- onded it was voted to endorse as not requiring approval under the subdivision control law, all in favor VOTED: To endorse. FORM A - Massachusetts Electric Company, Peabody Street - this concerns a parcel of land comprising 2$, 824 square feet to be transferred to an abutter, Russell Goldsmith, Sr. , to be annexed to his property. Mr. Paskowski moved that the plan be endorsed as approval under the subdivision control law is not required, seconded, all in favor VOTED: To endorse. The Inspector of Buildings, Daniel J. O'Brien, Jr. , appeared and requested information from the Board regarding a proposed subdivision of land of Emmerton on Emerald Road. After a discussion involving other matters of subdivision, all business having been taken care of, it was voted to adjourn at 10:15 P.M. Resnlly submitted, Clerk of *aIrm, Aasear4use##s July 25, 1966 3a4n A. Grq, 3r. Geralb 'I. fflk(Qarft � lichttel paskvrnski 34 Thurrh Street X12 MINUTES OF MEETING HELD JULY 21. 1966 ,Albert P. Vifcvff � �— Salear, pttssachuseifs �RttgmvnD �. �rneeneg Chairman John M. Gray, Jr. , opened the meeting at 7 :30, all members were in attendance. Reading of minutes of previous meeting was dispensed with, and or ,motion made and seconded, voted approved and accepted. The first business presented was: a Form A- Application - Blanche L. Carbone, concerning land on Stearns Place. (Because of a possible conflict of interest, Member Albert Pitcoff disqualified himself from acting on this application) . Plan is necessary in order to satisfy requirements of the bank which will take a mortgage from agreed purchaser; Mrs. Schettino, daughter of Mrs. Carbone, owns the adjoining lot. This parcel has been held in separate ownership prior to adoption . of subdivision control, and on motion made by Mr. McCarthy, and seconded by Mr. Paskowski, it was VOTED - To endorse. Form A application - Frank N. Clark, land in rear, of Crowdis Street. Endorsement refused, plan appears to be incomplete. Voted to re- turn linen, and write to applicant explaining what should appear on plan for endorsement. VOTED - Refused A communication was read from the City Engineer, referring to lots 57 to 749 76 to 78, and 98 to 111 inclusive, in the Witchcraft Heights district. This was a reply to a letter from the Board requesting Mr. Mitchell 's advice as to the advisability of releasing these lots from the protective covenant, and the amount of security which should be required. Mr. Mitchell made ref- erence to a plan he forwarded showing street grades changed by the developer. It was believed that he had not seen a revised drain and sewer profile, dated April 27, 1966, which this Board voted to approve conditionally on May 25, 1966. We shall advise the City Engineer of this. In answer to a request by this Board to the City Engineer for his opinion on completed sewer and drain installations, also in the Witchcraft Heights district, as affecting specifically Lots #1 to #23, and #89 to #97, on motion made and seconded, it was voted to write again to the City Engineer, requesting that he confer with the developer and his engineer so that some agreement can be reached on these sewer and drain installations. r 2 _ � n view of many requests from the City Council pertaining to proposed changes in the Zoning Ordinance and the Subdivision regulations, it was voted to write to the City Clerk so he may inform the Council members that the Board is inves- tigating all of these matters, and as soon as we have public hearings in ac- cordance with the law, we shall send our recommendations. Another letter from the City Engineer, replying to a letter from this Board, in regard to land on Day Avenue owned by Stephen Decoulos was read. On motion made and seconded, it was voted to return Mr. Decoulos ' plan to him with a letter requesting that his engineer show the lines where they are terminated, and to come before this Board with his engineer to furnish further information. A communication from Widett & Kruger, counsellors, referring to developers called the Highland Realty Trust, concerning land on Highland Avenue, was next read. A reply to this letter by Mr. Gray on July 1$ was also read. The next order of business was an agreement from the Planning Services Group, Inc. On motion made and seconded it was voted to enter into this contract, as we have reviewed the preliminary draft and the Chairman will meet with the Mayor and the City Solicitor to go over the legality of it, and the Chairman is authorized to consult with the Mayor as to the proper methods of accept- ance of this contract which is to be made with the City of Salem. The Inspector of Buildings, Daniel J. O'Brien, Jr. , appeared to discuss sec- tions of the Zoning Ordinance and the Building Code, in relation to specific Wituations, one being that a licensed builder be required before a permit for roposed work could be issued. After a thorough discussion of all of these matters, it was voted to adjourn at 10:35 P.M. Respectfully submitted, Clerk ,.,JI towi� u ahn, fflassar4usjetts • s cL�� Planning Pourb �nlln �i (l�rnp `iJr August 15, 1966 (Sernlb T. grtfurt4u gir,Albert 2R. MINUTES OF MEETING HELD AUGUST 9, 1966 34 QI12nra arouse ,311berf�R. �iicnff �nlem, �9Glssnnchusefin gauravnb A_5fneeneq The regular meeting of the Planning Board was held on August 9, 1966. Members attending this meeting were .Mr. Michael Paskowski, Mr. Raymond Sweeney, Mr. Gerald T. McCarthy and Mr. Albert R. Pitco£f who acted as chairman in the absence of Mr. John M. Gray, Jr. The meeting opened at 7 :40 P.M. The first order of business was a mo— tion made and seconded to approve and accept minutes of previous� meet— ing while dispensing with reading same. Decisions of the Board of Appeal on petitions heard at their July 25, meeting were read. Motion was made that these records be placed on file with the notation that the recommendation of the Planning Board was not followed in the case of Mr. Marcus ' petition; motion seconded, all in favor so recorded. Form A — Presented by Mr. Frank N. Clark of 21 Crowdis Street. Plan showed that Mr Clark owns lots #613 and #614, part of lots #629 and #630. Lot • "A" is to be added to these lots to square off property. Mr. McCarthy made motion that plan be endorsed as not requiring approval under the subdivis— ion control law, with the condition that the additional lots be made an integral part..of one building lot for dwelling purposes; motion seconded by Mr. Sweeney, all in favor VOTED: — To endorse. A letter from the Mayor's office was read explaining Salem's New Capital Improvements Program. Copies will be .made and distributed to all Board members. Mr. Stephen Decoulos brought ht in a plan of land on lay Avenue. The City Engineer in a communication to the Board indicated he has no objections to this plan. Mr. Sweeney made a motion that since the City Engineer has no objection to the installation of utilities to service this lot, The Board inform the Building Inspector that we have no objections to the installation of services as outlined on this plan. All voted in favor, and so approved. Plan dated August 1966, by Edw. D. Brudzynski. Mr. Robert Lavoie appeared and explained a problem he has in connection with land on Crowdis Street. Previously there had been some confusion re— garding these lots which Mr. Lavoie had purchased and lots shown on plan previously submitted to the City Engineer. Since the City Engineer is now in receipt of the proper plan, on motion made and seconded, it was voted to ask him for his opinion regarding the adequacy of the utilities and services • relating to these lots. _ 2 Mr. McCarthy reported that while he was visiting Mr. Gray at the hospital, Att 'y. Gerard Goldstein of Widett & Kruger, Counsellors at Law represent- ing the Highland Realty Trust, discussed their proposed development of land on Highland Avenue. The company had previously submitted a preliminary plan, and Mr. Gray pointed out to Mr. Goldstein that it was far from a definitive plan as they expressed it, and further pointed out that in all probability, the City would demand reserving a parcel of land somewhere in the vicinity of fifteen to twenty acres before approving any plan for this district. Mr. Gray further stated the Board intends to form a joint committee with a sub- committee of the City Council and the Planning Board of the whole to discuss this matter, and under no condition will any district be rezoned. If the proposed construction is to be done, it will be done by special permit. The Inspector of Buildings, Mr. Daniel J. O'Brien, Jr. , next appeared seek- ing advice on several matters. Regarding the installation of signs on a liquor store on Highland Avenue and a new A & P supermarket on Canal Street, the Board pointed out that in the City Zoning Ordinance, Section VII, E-2d, the area of a sign is based on the frontage of the establishment. Each of these installations would have to be referred to the Board of Appeal. Mr. O'Brien inquired about the procedure to be followed by a developer of land on Emerald Road. This would entail subdivision and the Board's advice was to suggest the owner retain a lawyer to properly file a form "B" pre- liminary plan,-and appear before the Board with the plan showing what he pro- poses and get the Board's comments. Referring to an application for a permit to remodel a non-conforming apart- Vnt dwelling in an R-2, two-family, residence district, the Board advised . O'Brien that this is an existing non-conforming use and has been occu- pied as such during the past year, therefore a permit for alterations may be granted. On another application for a permit to roof over an existing loading dock and close in a side yard on Jefferson Avenue in an industrial zone, the Board advised this was also a case for the Appeal Board as petitioner could not allow the required thirty-foot setbacks. The owner of a dwelling on Cleveland Road having removed an existing porch now wishes to rebuild a larger porch. This will also be referred to the Board of Appeal. On July 28, 1966, the City Council requested that the Planning Board have the developers of Witchcraft Heights install adequate drain line between Mansell Parkway and Proctor Street under the supervision of the City Engin- eer. The Board voted to set up a special meeting on Monday, August 22 and have the developers, their attorney and their engineer, and also the City Engineer appear before the Planning Board. This concluded the business brought to this meeting, and motion being made and seconded, it was voted to adjourn at 10 :15 P-M. s�ectfully submitted, Clerk Q-Ti#g of "ialem, Ittssttc ixse#ts � PIMMittg uttr� Johtt M. (S=ae, Jr. August 19, 1966 ((�eralD c�[. �flr(Qnxing Aichnel v, askafuOki 34 ( 4urrh *reef ,Alfint XR. Waruff - Salem, Inssachuseffs �RugmunDfneeneg MINUTES OF MEETING HELD — AUGUST 1$, 1966 Because of lack of a quorum, the formal meeting was not held. Re _pectfully submitted, Clerk • • I Q-111i#u ofSttXem, Itt�sttc �zsetts �Jnhn . Orap, fir. August 24, 1966 Geralb II_ Mr@ arft Michael Fasknfuski MINUTES OF SPECIAL MEETING HELD 8/22/66 34 @Ihurrh Sfart ,Albert g. Jitruff galem, Massachusetts paumnnb �. 'fifueenev _ As a result of an order by the City Council requesting this Board to use its authority to have DiBiase Bros., developers of Witchcraft Heights, install adequate drain line between Mansell Parkway and Proctor Street under the supervision of the City Engineer, this meeting was held on August 22, 1966. Board members present were Mr. Paskowski, Mr. Pitcoff, Mr. Sweeney and Mr. McCarthy who was acting chairman. Representing the developer were attorney George Vallis and Engineer Jos— eph Carter. The City Engineer, Mr. Neal B. Mitchell appeared and explained the prob= lem existing in this area, and stated that the installation in his opin— ion is inadequate. Mr. Vallis and Mr. Carter spoke for the developer. It appeared that the drain had been installed without submitting the plan to this Board for its approval. Mr. Vallis assured the Board that plans are under consideration to alle— viate this situation, and that he planned to confer with Mayor Collins on his return from vacation, to discuss with him the possibility of a joint venture for this installation. On motion made and seconded, it was voted to inform the City Council of the happenings at this meeting. A copy of this communication is attached and is to be an integral part of these minutes. For lack of a quorum at the last meeting a form A presented by the Boston and Maine Corporation was not acted on, but was brought up at this meeting. Mr. Raymond Sweeney disqualified himself from participating. Form A — Boston and Maine Corporation, concerning land on Jefferson Avenue to be transferred to Salem Lumber Company, an abutter, and become added to property owned by said company, on motion made and secon— ded, it was - VOTED - To endorse. This concluded the business brought to this meeting, and on motion made and • seconded, it was voted to adjourn at 9:05 P.M. s ctfully submitted, {� CLf RK QP..b' q fluty u# AnIrm, f ttsstttf zsetts 304« fit. Grafi, Ie. August 23, 1966 &salk C. 'ecami4v ,9lichael raakafaski ,PU tm�L FilcaH 34 clryrch �itree! Papatanb X'%ftneg �alear, �ffiIaaanckttertln To the Honorable City Council, City Hall, Salem, Massachusetts Gentlemen: Following 26 1966,pinbwhichsthe aPlanning Board was rd of an order of trequeshe tedo ocuse its authority regarding the installation of adequate drain lines be- tween Mansell Parkway and Proctor Street by the developer of Witch- craft Heights, this Board met with representatives of the developer and also with the City Engineer who was most helpful in explaining to this Board the problem which exists in this area. At this stage, the authority of this Board is limited because we • do not presently have under consideration a request for the release of a number of lots which must await the completion of proper storm sewer facilities. In the meantime, we have been assured by the developer that plans are under consideration to alleviate this situation, so that when we are asked to release the remaining lots, we will feel satisfied that the facilities are adequate. We assure the City Council that we shall have the entire problem in mind when we act on the request for the release of these lots. Very truly yours, GTM:cc Acting Chairman 9s. g fit ofttlem, Cttssttc �zse##s � Planning Poarb Tohn 0. Drag, Jr. September 2, 1966 Geralb T. 0ralarthU �fflirhael Vashufnshi MINUTE_ S OF MEETING - SEPTEMBER 1. 1966 34 (94urc4 �$treet ,Albert F. Vitruff �tt[em, �1'Tassachusetfs �ftagmunil . 'fnerneg This meeting was opened at 7:30 P.M. with Mr. Paskowski, Mr. McCarthy, Mr. Sweeney, and Mr. Pitcoff who was acting chairman, in attendance. Reading of minutes of last meeting was dispensed with, and were voted approved and so accepted. Form A - Presented by Attty. Alfred Dobrosielski, representing Richard 0. Soucy, 80 Moffatt Road. Plan shows Lots #4 and #5 Moffatt Road, and purpose is to straighten line between these two lots. Since each lot will have sufficient frontage, on motion made and seconded to approve as approval under the subdivision control law not required, it was VOTED - To endorse. The next order of business was a communication from the City Engineer, • in reply to a request by this Board, that he acquaint the Board with the situation existing on Lots #567 and #56$ Crowdis Street. On motion made and seconded it was voted to forwardta copy of this letter to the owner, Mr. Robert Lavoie, and if possible also a copy of the plan which accompanied the letter, and notify Mr. Lavoie to have his engineer make the plan following the recommendations of the City Engineer and get his approval before submitting it for approval of the Planning Board. The next item attended to was letter from the City Engineer regarding land of the Associated Grocers Co-op, at Forest River Terrace. Motion was made and seconded to write to Att'y. John Serafini who represents the owner. A request from George Vallis, attorney for the developers of Witchcraft Heights, for the release of Lot #49 from the protective covenant was read. On the basis that this lot was inadvertently omitted from the release of various lots granted by this Board on October 21, 1965, Mr. Sweeney moved and motion was seconded by Mr. McCarthy, that this board furnish a release of this lot, all in favor, and so voted. The business of the evening having been completed, on motion made and seconded, it was voted to adjourn at 9:15 P.M. pectfully submitted, Clerk t i , { i 004n M. Brag, Mr. September 19, 1966 (Sernlb ''dl_ Ar(gart4v gicilaelInsksftski MINUTES OF MEETING HELD SEPTEMBER 15 , 1966 34 d[4=4 °street Albert P_ Vitroff Salem, Amizarhusetts �Rngmsnb g_ 'Sfneeneg The City Planning Board held its regular meeting on September 15, 1966s with Members Raymond Sweeney, Michael Paskowski, and Gerald McCarthy, who acted as chairman, in attendance. Meeting opened at 7:30 P.M. Members voted to dispense with reading of minutes of previous meeting, and approved and accepted same. Mr. Robert Lavoie who proposes to erect a dwelling on land on Crowdis Street appeared. The Board suggested he comply with recommendations sent by this Board on September 2, 1966 advising that he have his engin- eer prepare a new plan to be submitted to the City Engineer for his approval. Mr. Mario Forte of Saugus, owner of land on Clark Street with a frontage of 100 feet, and depth on one side of 31$ feet and 359, plus or minus, on the other, sought information regarding the development of this lot. The Board • explained the requirements under the subdivision control law, and the zon- ing Ordinance of the City of Salem. Attorney George Vallis, representing Salem Acres, Inc. , presented two appli- cations for re-subdivision of four lots previously approved. Form A - Lots #102A and #103A Gables Circle Form A - Lots #104A and #105A Gables Circle. Since each lot will have sufficient frontage on a public way, approval under subdivision believed not required, it was VOTED - To endorse. Mr. Vallis then requested the release of lots from the protective covenant; these lots, #1 to #23 inclusive, and #89 to #97 inclusive, in the Witchcraft Heights area, are owned by Salem Acres, Inc., of Everett, Massachusetts. The attorney was reminded that until the City Engineer gives his approval to the installation of utilities in this locality, the Board cannot give a re- lease from the protective covenant. The Board received a communication from the City Council referring..a request of Newmark's, Inc., to place two living evergreen shrubs on the sidewalk in front of their establishment at 207 Essex Street, to the Board. The Board voted to request that the petitioner furnish more information regarding the • dimensions as to the sidewalk limits, and requesting a plan showing these dimensions and the exact location of the proposed shrubs. Building Inspector, Mr. Daniel J. O'Brien, Jr. , submitted plans of land of four separate owners who proposed to erect dwellings thereon. Hewitt Bros. plan showed land in the Madeline Avenue, Appleby Road area. Recently there has been considerable controversy regarding a pump already installed on 2 •Madeline Avenue to increase water pressure for dwellings in this area. The Board felt construction of a dwelling on Appleby Road would worsen existing conditions and would not recommend issuing a permit. A plan of land on Putnam Street was next submitted; here the owner proposes to divide equally into two lots of 5000 sq ft. The Board advised that the owner submit a Form A application with a plan of the land to the Planning Board. Regarding the plan of land on Carrollton Street, this would be a subdivision and a preliminary plan with Form B should be submitted to the Planning Board. The last plan submitted was land on Butler Street. Mr. Cornelius Crean, the owner, proposes to take a twenty foot way from the existing frontage to pro- vide access to a proposed dwelling in the rear. The Board pointed out that this would not be feasible as neither..°lot would have sufficient frontage, and would be a violation of the Zoning Ordinance. All business for the evening kiaving been attended to, on motion made and seconded, it was voted to adjourn at 9:30 P.M. Respectfully submitted, wvz�P . Clerk • 3 ; m Q-Tii#v ofttiPm, ttssttrus�##s jDanning 004n A_ wrap, Tr_ October 7, 1966 (Seralb T. fflrizirthg `9 icr nvl Faskufuski MINUTES OF MEETING HELD OCTOBER 6 1966 34 QIflurrh 55trut ,Albert �. Vitruff alem, 04053r4usetts �2i agmana '3f_"fueeneg At the regular meeting of the Planning Board held on October 6, 1966, members present included Mr. Raymond Sweeney, Mr. Michael Paskowski, and Mr. Albert Pitcoff who was acting chairman. The meeting was opened at 7 :30 :.P.M., and the first order of business was a motion made and seconded to accept and approve minutes of pre- vious meeting, and so voted. There was presented to the Board, an application for approval of a definitive plan filed by Salem Acres, Inc. , October 6, 1966, relating to land on and off Ord Street, Witchcraft Road, Summit Street and Al- bion Street Extension. It was stated to the Board by Mr. George Vallis, counsellor for the applicant, that he will submit copies of said plan to the Board of Health as to which we will receive the necessary report from the Board of Health with its comments and advice regarding this subdivision plan. On motion of Mr. Paskowski, seconded by Mr. Sweeney, it was voted to forward to the City Engineer a letter with two sets of plans asking for his comments regarding the suitability of this defin- itive plan, and so voted. Form A - presented by Attorney John R. Serafini for H. J. Kaiser, Inc. , $0 Lowell Street, Peabody, concerning several lots of land situated on roadway existing between land of Boston & Maine Railroad and North River Canal, being lots Xl, Y1, Z, 1-B, and 1-E, subdivided prior to the adoption of the subdivision control law, and located on an existing way to which the public had access prior to the adoption of the subidivision control law, on motion made by Mr. Sweeney and seconded by Mr. Paskowski, moved to endorse and so VOTED - To endorse Form A - John Jermyn, 146 Marlborough Road, trustee of the Marlborough Realty Trust, land on Ravenna and Barcellona Avenues, on motion made by Mr. Sweeney that the plan be endorsed as not requiring approval subject to the conditions as noted on the plan to the effect that certain lots shown thereon are to become an integral part of other lots having frontage on Barcellona Avenue, and the endorsement not to be applicable to certain other lots shown on the plan, seconded by Mr. Paskowski, all in favor, and so VOTED - To endorse. All business brought to this meeting having been attended to, on motion made and seconded, it was voted to adjourn at 9:05 P.M. Respect ully submitted, er r m C to o �ttezrc, tt$sttcl�ixse #s � IttxttttztgIIttr� October 25, 1966 Gralbir4n Z. fflc(frohi MINUTES OF MEETING HELD OCTOBER 20, 1966 �9Ulichnel �nskufnski 34 OIhuxrf! J�fxeef ,Albert P. pitrnff - 'Salem, fflussnrhusetts Fngmnna—A. Afueenev The regular meetin of the Planning Board was held on October 20, 1966. Attending this mee ing were the following members - Mr. Gerald McCarthy, Mr. Raymond Sweeney, Mr. Michael Paskowski, and Mr. Albert R. Pitcoff who was acting chairman. Reading of the minutes of the previous meeting was dispensed with, and on motion made and seconded were voted approved. A protective covenant relating to land on Forest River Terrace was presented to the Board by Attorney John R. Serafini. Mr. McCarthy moved that in conn- ection with the subdivision plan of the Associated Grocers Cooperative of the North Shore, Inc. , that this Board give its approval to the plan as revised and protective covenant dated October 6, 1966 having been filed with the Board, in form satisfactory to this Board, and further, that this Board file a certificate of its action with the City Clerk of the City of Salem; motion seconded by Mr. Paskowski, all in favor, so voted. Mr. Sweeney abstained from voting because of a possible conflict of interest. • Form A - Raymond L. Cummings, Trustee of the Loring Realty Trust, 70 Washing- ton Street, concerning parcel of land on the Southerly side of Sur- rey Road shown as lot 55a on a plan submitted with this application; Mr. Sweeney moved that the plan be endorsed, Mr. Paskowski seconded, all in favor, and so VOTED - Approved. Form A - Bruce W. Miller, 31 Butler Street, Salem, parcel of land at rear of 31 Butler Street, 4..65 ft along Summit Street. Mr. Sweeney made motion that plan having insufficient information, endorsement be denied, with the suggestion that applicant confer with his sur- veyor and submit a revised plan at a later date, motion seconded, all in favor, VOTED - Denied. A letter from the City Engineer was read, this being a reply to a request by this Board that he acquaint the Board with his opinion of a definitive plan of Salem Acres, Inc. On motion made and seconded, it was voted to forward a copy of this letter to the attorney for Salem Acres, Inc., Mr: George Vallis. Plan refers to land on and off Ord Street, Witchcraft Road, Summit Street, and Albion Street Extension. • - 2 A second letter from the City Engineer was received and read. This was also a reply to a request by this Board for his comments regarding minor changes of the elevation of the streets and utilities as they affect the following streets - Witch Way, Puritan Road, and Pioneer Circle. Mr. Sweeney moved that in connection with the application of the developer for approval of these plans, a copy of the City Engineer's letter inform- ing this Board that in his opinion these plans do not comply with the re- quirements of our rules and regulations, be sent to Attorney George Vallis, counsel for the petitioner, with the suggestion that counsel arrange with the City Engineer for a joint meeting with the Planning Board to discuss this matter further; motion seconded, all in favor, and so voted. Numerous letters requesting copies of the Historic Study plan were received. Since there are no copies available, we are unable to accommodate these per- sons. Having completed the business brought to the Board this evening, on motion made and seconded, it was voted to adjourn at 9:00 P.M. • Respectfully submitted, Clerk • s� p Ctu of �$atem, fflassar4usttts RfGL+E'.'E Planning Poarb Julln 0_ Grq, Mr_ N November 10, 1966 Gerald T. Ar@larthg r+l ichael pasknlnski MINUTES OF MEETING HELD NOVEMBER 3. 1966 34 Cllurrll *reet ,Albert �R_ Vitroff 116alent, f1Yassarllusetts �RagmunD�_ �fneeneg Chairman John M. Gray, Jr. , called the meeting to order at 7 :50 P.M. Besides the chairman, members attending were Mr. Pitcoff, Mr. McCarthy, and Mr. Paskowski. Minutes of the last meeting were presented, and on motion made and seconded, were voted approved and accepted. J. Andrew Foisy, counsel for Robert E. Lavoie, owner of land on Crowdis Street, appealed to the Board on the basis of hardship to the petitioner, to notify the Building Inspector that this Board has no objection to his issuing a permit to build. Having in mind all circumstances with regard to this land, and ensuing hardship to Mr. Lavoie, the Board voted to advise the Building Inspector that we have no objection to his issuing a permit to build & dwelling on this land. Form A - Bruce Miller, 31 Butler Street, Salem, presented a plan showing • his land and land adjoining, owned by Mrs. Gracia Paquette. A portion of his land is to be conveyed to Mrs. Paquette to give her title to land under her garage which had been constructed on this portion of Mr. Miller's land. Mr. Pitcoff moved that the Board endorse as not requiring approval, motion seconded, all four members present voting affirmative. VOTED: - To endorse. Mr. Gray distributed copies of proposed amendments to the Zoning Ordinance and a discussion followed, the Board taking the proposed changes under ad- visement. All business brought to the meeting having been attended to, on motion made and seconded, it was voted to adjourn at 9 :10 P.M. RESPECTFULLY SUBMITTED, J Clerk • Chi#g of Ierrt, assar4usP##s s � Planning Pjaarb Tahn _ Brag, fir. November 18, 1966 Gernlb 9. ArC[urtllg gichnel Vasbvfnshi 34 Qlhurch Alred ,filbert P. 19itcuff MINUTES OF MEETING - HELD NOVEMBER 17, 19660 lgra, mnssnc4noetts ft ngmvnb . 'Sfneeneg Members attending this meeting were Mr. Gerald McCarthy, Mr. Raymond Sweeney, and Mr. Michael Paskowski who acted as chairman. The minutes of the last meeting, on motion made and seconded, were voted approved and accepted without reading samep each member having previous- ly received a copy. Attorney Louis Baker appeared in connection with the Zoning Ordinance to the effect that he is questioning, and with good reason, the portion that pertains to Industrial Districts, namely Paragraph 8-A, Page 21. When the Board is revis- ing the Zoning Ordinance, they should pay special attention to this and see if that was the intent, and perhaps review it with the intent there might be some changes to facilitate the people of Salem going into industrial districts who now go to the Board of Appeal for Special Permit uses. Mr. Baker brought up the location on Canal Street, Between Ropes Street and Cypress Street, a distance of approximately 150 feet from and parallel to Canal Street where we have industrial occupancy, recent zoning classified as R-2 district, and con- sideration should be given to the possibility of recommending and rezoning to Industrial. Motion made by Mr. Sweeney, seconded by Mr. McCarthy to have this docketed at next meeting, review the entire zoning map, all affirmative. This was the extent of the business brought to this meeting which adjourned at 8 :10 P.M. R� .pectfully submitted, ��/ Clerk rpwory, 3 , m (DU of '�$ttlent, 'ffltts5arh tslAts • 9��p'E'crAnveo� JhfjXI. ing Pourb john ffl. Grnp, Xr. December 2, 1966 (Sernlb 4I. ffld9nrtllU rffircilnel Vnskvibski 34 (Uhurr1l *reet ,Albert�R. Vitrof{ MINUTES OF MEETING - _DECEMBER 1. 1966 Salem, fflnssnrfluottis Fngmonb A. Jtoeeneq The regularly scheduled meeting of the Planning Board was held in its quarters at 34 Church Street, on Thursday, December 1, 1966. Attending this meeting were Board Members Albert Pitcoff, Gerald McCarthy, and Michael Paskowski who acted as chairman. The meet- ing opened at 7 :30 P.M. Minutes of last meeting vere voted approved and so accepted. A Form A, Isidore and Mary Gallant applicants, was presented; This concerned Lots A & B. located on Dearborn Street ; application being made in connection with proposed sale of Lot B. Mr. McCarthy moved that plan be en- dorsed as not requiring approval, motion seconded and • VOTED - Approved. Form A - Presented by Boston and Maine Corporation, plan showed 10,200 square feet of land approximately 40 feet wester- ly of Grove Street, abutting the Canal and the Salem Oil and Grease Company; parcel to be transferred to the Salem Oil and Grease Company; on motion made and seconded that plan be endorsed as not requiring approval, it was so VOTED - Approved. Notification of a meeting at the Essex¢ County Extension Service to be held on December 8, at $:00 P.M. was received. Mr. Paskowski plans to attend. Prices for publishing additional copies of the Blair studies were received from the Charles G. Cowan Associates. This matter was taken under advisement. This concluded the business brought to this meeting, and on motion made and seconded, it was voted to adjourn at 9 :40 P.M. Respectfully submitted, Clerk of �riem, ttss�zcl��tse##s , ate 1kanning nttr� �nhn _ (Srnp, 29r. December 16, 1966 l�eral3�_ �Ic0lurihq Airhuel Fuskufushi 34 Qlhurrll Street ,Albert gL Vitcuff fflussur4uzetts �ugmunil �_�fneeneg MINUTES OF MEETING - DECEMBER 15 1966 At the regularly scheduled meeting of the Planning Board held at 34 Church Street, Members Michael Paskowski, Albert Pitcoff, Gerald McCarthy and Ray- mond Sweeney were present. Mr. Paskowski was act- ing chairman. • Minutes of the previous meeting were voted approved and so accepted. There was no formal business brought to this meeting. The City Building Inspector, Daniel J. O'Brien, Jr. , appeared to discuss with the Board various situations arising in his department. On motion made and seconded, it was voted to adjourn at 9 :25 P.M. mit