18D-058 (8) Planning Board - Decision City of Northampton
File No.: PLN —2003-0084 Date: June 2, 2003
Pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws(MGL),Chapter 40A,Section 11,no Special Permit and Site Plan,or any extension,
modification or renewal thereof,shall take effect until a copy of the decision bearing the certification of the City Clerk that
twenty days have elapsed after the decision has been filed,or if such an appeal has been filed that it has been dismissed or
denied,is recorded in the Hampshire County registry of Deeds or Land Court,as applicable and indexed under the name of
the owner of record or is recorded and noted on the owner's certificate of title.The fee for such recording or registering shall
be paid by the owner or applicant.It is the owner or applicant's responsibility to pick up the certified decision from the City
Clerk and record it at the Registry of Deeds.(Please call the City Clerk prior to picking up the decision.)
The Northampton Planning Board hereby certifies that a Special Permit and Site Plan Approval has been GRANTED and that
copies of this decision and all plans referred to in it have been filed with the Planning Board and the City Clerk.
Pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws,Chapter 40A,Section 15,notice is hereby given that this decision is filed with the
Northampton City Clerk on the date below.
If anyone wishes to appeal this action,an appeal must be filed pursuant to MGL Chapter 40A,Section 17,with the Hampshire
County Superior Court or the Northampton District Court and notice of said appeal filed with the City Clerk within twenty
days(20)of the date of that this decision was filed with the City Clerk.
Applicant: Cello Partnership d/b/a Verizon Wireless—221 Pine Street
DECISION DATE: May 22,2003
DECISION FILED WITH THE CITY CLERK: June 2, 2003
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Planning Board - Decision City of Northampton
Hearing No.: PLN-2003-0084 Date: June 2, 2003
B. The requested use will promote the convenience and safety of vehicular and pedestrian movement within the site and on adjacent
streets,minimize traffic impacts on the streets and roads in the area because the site will not be inhabited or open to the public and
vehicular traffic to the site will be limited to monthly site inspections.
C. The requested use will promote a harmonious relationship of structures and open spaces to the natural landscape,existing buildings
and other community assets in the area because the proposed project will not alter the natural landscape and will not reduce the existing
open space.
D. The requested use will not over load,and will mitigate adverse impacts on,the City's resources including the effect on the City's water
supply and distribution system,sanitary and storm sewage collection and treatment systems,fire protection,streets and schools.
E. The requested use meets any special regulations set forth in the Zoning Ordinance as listed in Sections 5.2, 10, 11& 14 because the
equipment shelter will be installed on a platform to reduce the disturbance in the flood plain.
F. The requested use bears a positive relationship to the public convenience or welfare by providing for wireless communications.
The use will not unduly impair the integrity of character of the district or adjoining zones because the antenna will be mounted on an
existing smoke stack.
The use will not be detrimental to the health,morals or general welfare.
The use is in harmony with the general purpose and intent of the ordinance because the ordinance encourages the installation of
antennas on existing structures to avoid the need for a new tower.
G. The requested use will promote City planning objectives to the extent possible and will not adversely effect those objectives,as
defined in City master or study plans adopted under M.G.L.Chapter 41, Section 81-C and D.
In addition,in reviewing the Site Plan submitted,the Planning Board found that the application complied with the following technical
performance standards:
1. There will be no new curb cuts.
2. Pedestrian,vehicular and bicycle traffic are separated on site to the extent possible.
The Planning Board voted 6:1 to Grant the waivers as requested in the application.
COULD NOT DEROGATE BECAUSE:
FILING DEADLINE: MAILING DATE: HEARING CONTINUED DATE: DECISION DRAFT BY: APPEAL DATE:
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REFERRALS IN DATE: HEARING DEADLINE DATE: HEARING CLOSE DATE: FINAL SIGNING BY: APPEAL DEADLINE:
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FIRST ADVERTISING DATE: HEARING DATE: VOTING DATE: DECISION DATE:
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SECOND ADVERTISING DATE: HEARING TIME: VOTING DEADLINE: DECISION DEADLINE:
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MEMBERS PRESENT: VOTE:
Frandy Johnson votes to Grant
Julie Hooks Davis votes to Grant
George Kohout votes to Deny
Keith Wilson votes to Grant
Paul Diemand votes to Grant
Kenneth Jodrie votes to Grant
David Wilensky votes to Grant
MOTION MADE BY: SECONDED BY: VOTE COUNT: DECISION:
Keith Wilson Paul Diemand 1-6 Approved with Conditions
MINUTES OF MEETING:
Minutes are available in the Office of Planning&Development.
CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE
Pursuant to M.G.L. Chapter 40A, Section 11, I, Angela Dion, Board Secretary,
hereby certify that I caused copies of this Decision to be mailed, post.
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prepaid to the Applicant and Owner on June 2, 2003.
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Planning Board - Decision City of Northampton
Hearing No.: PLN-2003-0084 Date: June 2,2003
APPLICATION TYPE: SUBMISSION DATE:
PB Special Permit with Intermediate 5/1/2003
Applicant's Name: Owner's Name: Surveyor's Name:
NAME: NAME: COMPANY NAME:
Cellco Partnership d/b/a Verizon Wireless PINE STREET ENTERPRISES
ADDRESS: ADDRESS: ADDRESS:
99 East River Dr. 221 PINE ST
TOWN: STATE: ZIP CODE: TOWN: STATE: ZIP CODE: TOWN: STATE: ZIP CODE:
EAST HARTFORD CT 06108 FLORENCE MA 01062
PHONE NO.: FAX NO.: PHONE NO.: FAX NO.: PHONE NO.: FAX NO.:
(413)586-7939 0
EMAIL ADDRESS: EMAIL ADDRESS: EMAIL ADDRESS:
Site Information:
STT!!i() SITE ZONING: _
SI/WSP/FP
TOWN: SECTION OF BYLAW:
Section 5.2, 10, 11 & 14
MAP: 0 K: y OT: MAP DATE: ACTION TAKEN:
Approved With Conditions
Book: Page:
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NATURE OF PROPOSED WORK:
Erection of antennas on existing smoke stack at 123 ft.And 113 ft.Levels;erection of 12 x30'prefabricated equipment bldg. On steel
frame platform.
HARDSHIP:
CONDITION OF APPROVAL:
1. Prior to the issuance of a building permit the applicant must supply FEMA flood elevation
FINDINGS: certification to the Building Inspector's office.
2. Prior to the issuance of a building permit,the applicant must show the inspector of wires a detail
narrative of how the proposed equipment room will be supplied with power and where those feeds will
come from.
3. Prior to the issuance of a building permit, the applicant most post a financial guarantee in the
amount of$15,000,with the Office of Planning&Development, for the cost of removal of the pads if
they cease to be utilized in the future and are not removed by the owner.
4. The telecommunication panels must be camouflaged,as described on the plans submitted with the
application.
FINDINGS:
The Planning Board GRANTED the Special Permit and Site Plan Approval based on the following plans and information submitted with
the application:
1. "Title Sheet,Florence,221 Pine Street"Drawing No.Z-1,prepared by Tectonic/Keyes Associates,dated April 30,2003.
2. "Plot Plan,Florence,221 Pine Street"Drawing No.Z-2,prepared by Tectonic/Keyes Associates,dated April 30,2003.
3. "Plot Plan,Florence, 221 Pine Street"Drawing No.Z-3,prepared by Tectonic/Keyes Associates,dated April 30,2003.
4. "Roof Plan&Equipment Room Plan"Drawing No.Z-4,prepared by Tectonic/Keyes Associates,dated April 30, 2003.
In Granting the Special Permit and Site Plan Approval,the Planning Board determined that
A. The requested use, to install antennas on an existing smokestack and to erect a 12'by 30'equipment shelter,protects adjoining
premises against seriously detrimental uses because the proposed antennas will be flush mounted and painted to match the color of the
smokestack. In addition, the applicant has made adequate provisions for surface water drainage,sound and sight buffers,and
preservation of view as depicted on plans and information submitted to the Office of Planning&Development.
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Planning Board - Decision City of Northampton
File No.: PL-N-2003-0085 Date: June 2, 2003
Pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws(MGL),Chapter 40A,Section 11,no Site Plan,or any extension,modification or
renewal thereof,shall take effect until a copy of the decision bearing the certification of the City Clerk that twenty days have
elapsed after the decision has been filed,or if such an appeal has been filed that it has been dismissed or denied,is recorded in
the Hampshire County registry of Deeds or Land Court,as applicable and indexed under the name of the owner of record or
is recorded and noted on the owner's certificate of title.The fee for such recording or registering shall be paid by the owner or
applicant.It is the owner or applicant's responsibility to pick up the certified decision from the City Clerk and record it at the
Registry of Deeds.(Please call the City Clerk prior to picking up the decision.)
The Northampton Planning Board hereby certifies that Site Plan Approval has been GRANTED and that copies of this
decision and all plans referred to in it have been filed with the Planning Board and the City Clerk.
Pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws,Chapter 40A,Section 15,notice is hereby given that this decision is filed with the
Northampton City Clerk on the date below.
If anyone wishes to appeal this action,an appeal must be filed pursuant to MGL Chapter 40A,Section 17,with the Hampshire
County Superior Court or the Northampton District Court and notice of said appeal filed with the City Clerk within twenty
days(20) of the date of that this decision was filed with the City Clerk.
Applicant: Saint Gobain-175 Industrial Drive
DECISION DATE: May 22,2003
DECISION FILED WITH THE CITY CLERK: June 2, 2003
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CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE
Pursuant to M.G.L. Chapter 40A, Section 11, I, Angela Dion, Board Secretary, hereby
certify that I caused copies of this Decision to b,e mailed, postage-prepaid, to the
Applicant and Owner on June 2, 2003.
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t Planning Board - Decision City of Northampton
Hearing No.: PLN-2003-0085 Date: June 2, 2003
A. The requested use,for the construction of a 12,743 sq.ft.addition and for a reduction in parking,protects adjoining premises against
seriously detrimental uses because the proposed project for an expansion of an existing manufacturing facility is consistent with the
allowable uses and other buildings within the Industrial Park and the use of the site will remain unchanged. In addition, the location and
design of the manufacturing facility protects adjoining properties from surface water drainage and other detrimental uses as depicted on
plans and information submitted with the application. A new stormwater management system will be implemented.
B. The requested use will promote the convenience and safety of vehicular and pedestrian movement within the site and on adjacent
streets,minimize traffic impacts on the streets and roads in the area because the access to the existing site will not change and there will
be no impact to traffic due to the low number employees at this site. The proposed parking and loading areas are an improvement to the
existing site, the parking spaces will be clearly marked and a bike rack will be installed on site.
C. The requested use will promote a harmonious relationship of structures and open spaces to the natural landscape, existing buildings
and other community assets in the area because the applicant has proposed additional landscaping that will enhance the aesthetics of
the site.
D. The requested use will not overload,and will mitigate adverse impacts on,the City's resources including the effect on the City's water
supply and distribution system,sanitary and storm sewage collection and treatment systems,fire protection,streets and schools.
E. The requested use meets special regulations set forth in Sections 6.2,8.6, 10& 11 of the Zoning Ordinance. A 49%reduction in
parking is granted because the 40 spaces provided exceed the number necessary to serve the 25 employees and a new bike rack will be
installed.
F. The requested use bears a postive relationship to the public convenience or welfare. The use will not unduly impair the integrity of
character of the district or adjoining zones,nor be detrimental to the health,morals,or general welfare because the site is located in an
industrial park, will retain its current use and will be improved.
The use is in harmony with the general purpose and intent of the Ordinance.
G. The requested use promotes City planning objectives to the extent possible and will not adversely effect those objectives,as defined
in City master or study plans adopted under M.G.L. Chapter 41, Sections 81-C and D.
In addition,in reviewing the Site Plan submitted,the Planning Board found that the application complied with the following technical
performance standards:
1. There will be no new curb cuts.
2. Pedestrian,vehicular and bicycle traffic are separated on site to the extent possible.A bike rack will be provided on site.
The Planning Board voted 7:0 to Grant the waivers as requested in the application.
COULD NOT DEROGATE BECAUSE:
FILING DEADLINE: MAILING DATE: HEARING CONTINUED DATE: DECISION DRAFT BY: APPEAL DATE:
5/1/2003 511512003 61512003
REFERRALS IN DATE: HEARING DEADLINE DATE: HEARING CLOSE DATE: FINAL SIGNING BY: APPEAL DEADLINE:
5/8/2003 7/6/2003 5/22/2003 5/22/2003 6/22/2003
FIRST ADVERTISING DATE: HEARING DATE: VOTING DATE: DECISION DATE:
5/8/2003 512212003 512212003 6/2/2003
SECOND ADVERTISING DATE: HEARING TIME: VOTING DEADLINE: DECISION DEADLINE:
5/15/2003 7:00 PM 101412003 101412003
MEMBERS PRESENT: VOTE:
Frandy Johnson votes to Grant
Julie Hooks Davis votes to Grant
George Kohout votes to Grant
Keith Wilson votes to Grant
Paul Diemand votes to Grant
Kenneth Jodrie votes to Grant
David Wilensky votes to Grant
MOTION MADE BY: SECONDED BY: VOTE COUNT: DECISION:
Paul Diemand Keith Wilson 7 Approved with Conditions
MINUTES OF MEETING:
Minutes are available in the Office of Planning&Development.
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Planning Board - Decision City of Northampton
Hearing No.: PLN-2003-0085 Date: June 2, 2003
APPLICATION TYPE: SUBMISSION DATE:
PB Major Site Plan&Special Permit 5/2/2003
Applicant's Name: Owner's Name: Surveyor's Name:
NAME: NAME: COMPANY NAME:
Saint-Gobain Industrial Ceramics OLDON LIMITED PARTNERSHIP
ADDRESS: ADDRESS: ADDRESS:
175 Industrial Dr 175 INDUSTRIAL DR
TOWN: STATE: ZIP CODE: TOWN: STATE: ZIP CODE: TOWN: STATE: ZIP CODE:
NORTHAMPTON MA 01060 NORTHAMPTON MA 01060
PHONE NO.: FAX NO.: PHONE NO.: FAX NO.: PHONE NO.: FAX NO.:
(413)586-8167
EMAIL ADDRESS: EMAIL ADDRESS: EMAIL ADDRESS:
Site Information:
SITE ZONING:
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SECTION OF BYLAW:
NORTHAMPTON MA 01060 Section 6.2, 8.6, 10 & 11
MAP: BLOCK:_..., LOT:. -1 MAP DATE: ACTION TAKEN:
Approved With Conditions
Page:
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NATURE OF PROPOSED WORK:
Construction of 12,743 sq.Ft.Bldg.to the rear of existing bldg. Reduction of required parking and construction of a detention basin.
HARDSHIP:
CONDITION OF APPROVAL:
1. Stormwater maintenance shall be in accordance with those plans submitted. Reports of inspection
FINDINGS: &maintenance shall be submitted by May 15th and November 15th annually to the Office of Planning
&Development and to the Department of Public Works.
2. The applicant shall plant an alternative Maple to the 3 Norway Maples shown on the plans.
3. Snow storage shall not be located in the detention basin or in the wetland buffer.
4. The Sidewalk connection shown shall be completed within one year of construction of the city
sidewalk.
5. The wall-mounted lights shall have full cut-offs and shall not exceed 2 foot candles.
FINDINGS:
The Planning Board GRANTED the Special Permit and Site Plan Approval(major project)based on the following plans and information
submitted with the application as amended by any conditions attached to this permit.
1. "Index Sheet Saint-Gobain"Sheet No. 1 of 4,prepared by Heritage Surveys,Inc., dated May 1,2003.
2. "Existing Conditions Plan, Saint-Gobain"Sheet No. 2 of 4,prepared by Heritage Surveys,Inc., dated May 1, 2003.
3. "Site Plan-Proposed Building Addition,Saint-Gobain"Sheet No.3 of 4,prepared by Heritage Surveys,Inc., dated May 1, 2003.
4. "Detail Sheet Saint-Gobain"Sheet No.4 of 4,prepared by Heritage Surveys,Inc.,dated May 1, 2003.
5. "Proposed Addition for Saint Gobain, 175 Industrial Drive,Northampton,MA"Drawing No.A-2,prepared by Bernard M.Schenkelberg,
dated May 1,2003.
6. "Proposed Addition for Saint Gobain, 1751ndustrial Drive, Northampton,MA"Drawing No.A-3,prepared by Bernard M. Schenkelberg,
dated May 1,2003.
In Granting the Special Permit and Site Plan, the Planning Board determined that:
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