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PlanningBoard | 2007-02-26 | 3 | 8. REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS: 8-A. Planned Development PD07-001/Parcel Map PM06-005 - Applicant: Will Harrison - 700 Grand Street (BS). The applicant requests approval of a Planned Development overlay on an existing R-1 (Single-Family Residential) district and a Parcel Map to allow the division of an existing 25,000 square foot residential lot into two parcels: each with an existing single-family dwelling. The property is located within an R-1 (Single-Family Residential) Zoning District. Member Ezzy Ashcraft noted that she would recuse herself from this item because of a personal professional conflict. Mr. Thomas presented the staff report, and recommended approval of this item. In response to an inquiry by Vice President Cook why this item was not presented as a variance, Mr. Thomas replied that the planned development overlay approach provided the flexibility. Staff did not feel the findings could be made for the variance in this case because the lot was so large. Staff did not feel the historic location of the existing homes or the historic quality of the wall qualified the project for a Planned Development. Vice President Cook expressed concern about the curb cut on Grand because the sidewalk narrowed in that area, as well as the presence of bike riders and the fact that the bridge rose slightly. She noted that drivers would be backing in and out, and believed it would be a risk to pedestrians and bicycle riders. She noted that the proximity of the school was also a concern. Mr. Thomas noted that staff identified six parking alternatives in the staff report. In response to an inquiry by Member McNamara whether the sea wall would be demolished, Mr. Thomas replied that was not the part that staff would consider historic. He noted that it did not have structural significance with respect to the water, and that it was the portion along Grand Street. The public hearing was opened. Mr. Will Harrison, applicant, representing the property owner, noted that they agreed with the staff's recommendation regarding the tandem parking. Their first choice would be to do nothing extra, because there was adequate on-street parking. He added that both buildings had historical significance, and believed the parking design should be addressed thoroughly. He noted that only the first five feet of the wall would be removed, because the side yard of the house would be increased. The public hearing was closed for Board discussion. Member Kohlstrand suggested an additional condition requiring that any changes made to the property or structures in the future would trigger a reevaluation of the off-street parking situation. Planning Board Minutes Page 3 February 26, 2007 | PlanningBoard/2007-02-26.pdf |