April 11, 2011 Planning Commission Meeting Minutes

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Regular meeting: April 11, 2011

A meeting of the Village of Riverlea Planning Commission was held held April 11, 2011 5830 Falmouth Court. Members present were Michael Jones (Planning Commissioner), Jo Ann Bierman (arrived at 7:05), Bryce E. Jacob, Lisa J. Morris and Donald P. McCarthy. Also present were George Cleary, Dustin Burt, Christy VanAman, John Oberle, Jenny Jones and Martha Bogue. Pamela M. Colwell served as Clerk. The Planning Commissioner called the meeting to order at 7:00 pm.

1. The minutes of the Planning Commission meetings of January 10, 2011 and February 14, 2011 were not read since each member had received a copy. Jacob moved and McCarthy seconded a motion that the minutes be approved as submitted by the Clerk-Treasurer. The following vote was recorded on the motion: Yea, 4; Bierman, Jacob, McCarthy and Jones: Nay, None. The Motion carried 4-0
2. An application for a Certificate of Appropriateness by Dustin Burt and Christy VanAman at 5790 Pioneers Court to build a 2 ½ car garage attached to the existing porch with the driveway approach on Pioneers Court was tabled at the February 14, 2011 meeting. Morris moved and Jacob seconded the motion to move the application from the table. The following vote was recorded on the motion: Yea, 5; Bierman, Griffith, Jacob, Morris and Jones. Nay; None. The motion carried 5-0. George Cleary made the presentation. A landscape plan was submitted and more information was provided regarding the water line. Because the water line crosses their property to the adjacent neighbor (130 W. Southington Ave), they will be replacing the line and creating a new easement that will be recorded. They have discussed this with the neighbor and she is aware of the possible interruption of her water for a short time. Morris expressed concern for the survival of the silver maple tree from the construction. VanAman stated she would probably plant another shade tree if that one died. A $2,000 street bond will be required. Jacob moved and Bierman seconded the motion to approve the plans as submitted with the additional information. The following vote was recorded on the motion: Yea, 5; Bierman, Jacob, McCarthy, Morris and Jones: Nay, None. The Motion carried 5-0.
3. An application for a Certificate of Appropriateness by Carol and Ed Michael at 5793 Carrington Court to have a dumpster (Bagster) in their front yard through June. The applicants did not appear before the Commission. The Commission agreed that the Bagster should be moved from the front yard to the back of the property. Jacob moved and McCarthy seconded the motion to approve the application on the condition that the Bagster is moved to the back of the property. The following vote was recorded on the motion: Yea, 5; Bierman, Jacob, McCarthy, Morris and Jones: Nay, None. The Motion carried 5-0.
4. An application for a Certificate of Appropriateness by John Oberle at 60 West Southington Avenue to add two rooms (a master bedroom and dining room) to the back of the house. Oberle stated he had talked with his neighbors and showed them the plans. All approved of it and Jenny Jones was in attendance to show her support. The two additions are in character with the rest of the house. All materials and color will match existing. Morris asked about the large tree and suggested fencing be placed around it to protect the roots. Oberle said it was a good idea because he does not want to lose it. A $2,000 street bond will be required. Morris moved and Jacob seconded the motion to approve the application as submitted. The following vote was recorded on the motion: Yea, 5; Bierman, Jacob, McCarthy, Morris and Jones: Nay, None. The Motion carried 5-0.
5. The Commission took no additional action. McCarthy moved and Morris seconded a motion to adjourn. The following vote was recorded on the motion: Yea, 5; Bierman, Jacob, McCarthy, Morris and Jones: Nay, None. The Motion carried 5-0. The meeting was adjourned at 7:30 pm.

   Michael Jones, Planning Commissioner

   Pamela M. Colwell, Clerk