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September 16, 1977
',alter J. Murphy
Marketing Director
Dedevelopment Authority
City Hall
Northampton, Ma 01060
Dear Ir. Piurphyy
Re, Ice cream & frozen food manufacturing plant
In reference to our discussion on the Ice cream plant in the
Industrial Park, it appears that this structure and use comes
under three separate groups,
1. B-2 Low Storage
2, D Industrial
3. :; Business
There would be no major problems with these uses for conformity
with Chapter 802. However, I feel that Use Group E is in conflict
with Chapter 29 of the City Ordinances.
This proposal in my opinion comps/re in no way toYankee #ood,,geass
their business is strictly wholesale,mmt est the y hpropos l
is to be a retail trade store. Oity
Council or the L.B.O. I do not feel that this office could issue
use or occupancy certificates until this problem is resolved.
Sincerely,
Cecil I. Clark
Building Inspector
cc: Torn Nagle
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City of North i np' on, Massachusetts
"oom 11, City Hall, 210 Main Street .4, R'4A
Northampton, MA 01060 (413) 584 0344 " 'F e
Conservation Commission ®HistaicalCommission '`;
OPlanning Board ®Zoning Board of Appeals
August 30, 1977
Walter J. Murphy
Marketing Director
Redevelopment Authority
City Hall
Northampton, MA 01060
Dear Walter:
In response to your request of August 23, I have reviewed
the attached letters relative to the establishment of an ice
cream and frozen food manufacturing plant in the Industrial
Park. The proposal appears to conform to the regulations
applicable within the General Industrial (GI) Zone with respect
to use, lot size, etc. The retail sale of products of the
plant would seem to be within the scope of an accessory use as '"
defined by the Zoning Ordinance. A precedent for such a situa-
tion exists within the Park for Yankee Wood Industries, where
products of the plant are sold from the showroom in the building.
The catering aspect would also seem to be an allowed use without
necessarily having to be accessory to the manufacturing. Note
that wholesale bakery and similar activities and business ser-
vice and supply service establishments are both allowed by right
in the General Industrial Zone.
In light of the above factors, it would be my opinion that
the proposal is in conformance with the intent and specific re-
quirements of the Zoning Ordinance. It would, however, be
appropriate to approach the Building Inspector, who is by law
the principal official in charge of interpreting and - forcing
the Ordinance, to obtain his comments.
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Y k Phi lips
P anning Director
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August 19, 1977
Massachusetts Department of Community Affairs
100 Cambridge Street , Room 1404
Boston, Massachusetts
Attention: Mr. John Sawyer, Director, Bureau of Urban Renewal
Dear John:
We are forwarding for your review, comments or recommendations one copy of
a letter of intent from representatives of a firm intending to develop within
the Northampton Industrial Park.
This possibility had previously been discussed with your office and it was
thought that an advisory opinion would be in order because of the possible dual
use, in part, of the proposed structure, in this case apparently at a 5 to 1
ratio.
I believe the firm's letter is completely self-explanatory. The name of the
firm has not been used with the local Authority in order to avoid publicity at
this time.
Although the Northampton Redevelopment Authority looked with strong interest
on this proposal, it was still thought that your position should be known to the
Board Members before any final position was taken.
For your convenience, a copy of the Redevelopment Plan, Code No. 303,
Northampton Redevelopment Authority is attached. Reference on permitted uses is
303-8.
We await your review of this material .
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August 19, 1977
Northampton Redevelopment Authority
Walter Iuryny, Marketing Director
City kali
Northampton, Massachusetts 01050
Re: Northampton Industrial Park; 1,7 acres located in northwest
corner of Damon Road and Industrial Drive
Dear Sirs!
We agree to purchase the above described land for the full asking price
of $10,000 par acre. Upon purchase of this land we intend to construct an
ice cream manufacturing plant which will occupy approximately 6,000 square
feet of our proposed 8,000 square foot building. In our presen{ location, - -
we have leen operating a dairy tar restaurant which has teen highly success-
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. fol. We would like to continue this operation in the remaining 2,000 square
feet as it adds to our wholesale baSiness by increasing our exposure to the
public. Currently the manufacturing verses retail sales is at a 5 to 1 ratio.
Our manufacturing line consists of bilk 3 gallon containers of ice
cream, which are distributed to restaurants and ice cream parlors. We also
distribute - gallon containers and novelty items to retail food outlets.
Along with our 'ice cream, we distribute toppings and assorted ice cream
pastries. Once into our expanded facilities in the Industrial Park, we plan
to increase our product line with a line of frozen foods. -
Our proposed building will comply with all Industrial Park codes and
regulations. The appearance will le a definite asset to the Park as well as `
to the City of Northampton. Undoubtedly,- by operating a successful business,
we will portray a favorable image of the Park to prospective relocating
businesses. Our corporation will employ approximately 50 people, some of
which will be part time; added employment is a definite asset in any cor-
munity. Our corporation will also bring in added tax revenue to the City
of Northampton.
lie are fully aware of the concept of the Industrial Park and it's
industrial tenants and will be fully prepared to service any or all of the
industries locating in the Park in the form of catering or a take out
l orthe:acton Reed evolopme nt Authority - !mast 19, 1977
Calton Durp'iy, flarketing Director Pate 2
service, This service would , in essence , eliminate any industry from going
t.:cough the trouble of building and orating a cafeteria, 'which in rany
instances is more of a bother than it is 'worth.
Cur cor.aeration will truly be an asset to the Park and the City of
Northampton. are looking forward to hearing of your acceptance into the
Park.
Very truly yours,
%rye ,-
Carl- DiRussob
CFD:kid /
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2. Minor plan Change
If the plan change is determined to be a minor plan
change, the LPA shall submit a request for OCA approval of
the plan change. The request shall include (1) the resolution
of the authority adopting the plan change (2) a planning
board determination that the amended plan conforms to the
general plan of the locality (3) an opinion of LPA's Counsel
that no redeveloper is affected by the plan change, and (4)
a description of the basis of the plan change on oroject
activities, and of purpose for the plan change and the effect,
if not submitted previously. In certain rases, DCA may also
request City Council approval.
ITT. Submission Requirements
A. Survey and Planning Application
(1 ) Report on the Urban Renewal Area
The report on the Urban Renewal Area shall include:
(a) DCA Form Page 57Data on project area. (see attachment I)
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(ti) Statement explaining solaetion of the area and delineation
of the boundaries.
(c) Explanation - supported by a map called for under (n)
below - or how the proposed urban renewal etea meets
project eligibility requirements. (see Area Eligibility,
Section TI).
This explanation should .be based on "walk around" surveys
of all buildings in the project area.
(d) Statement explaining proposed reuse of the project area,
including the necessity sof the project to the economic
or social well-being of the community.
(e) Statement indicating generally now the proposed treatment
(clearance or rehabilitation) for each part of the.
project area meets the criteria set forth in Area
Eligibility, Section III.
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(f) Statement as to whether the area is subject to flooding.
Description of the extent of the problem and of the
solution tentatively proposed.
(g) Description, with map if available, of any unusual
topographic features or subsoil. conditions.
(h) Statement as to whether there is a known pollution
problem in or related to the project area and tentative
tsolution to the problem.
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