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ENFIELD PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING
DECEMBER 20, 2007
A Regular Meeting of the Enfield Planning and Zoning Commission was held on Thursday, December 20, 2007 in the Council Chambers, Enfield Town Hall, 820 Enfield Street, Enfield, Connecticut. Chairman DiPace called the meeting to order at 7:45 p.m.
PRESENT: Anthony DiPace, Chairman
Elizabeth Ballard
Geoffrey Cooper
Charles Duren
Peter Falk
James Hickey, Jr.
Karen Weseliza
Kathleen Sarno, Alternate
Charles Ladd, Alternate
ALSO PRESENT: José Giner, AICP, Director of Planning
MINUTES
Commissioner Ballard made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Weseliza, to approve the Minutes of December 6, 2007. Commissioner Hickey made a correction to those minutes on page 18. The word “eminent” should be “imminent.” The Minutes, as amended, were approved by a 6 – 0 - 1 vote. Commissioner Falk abstained.
CORRESPONDENCE
Chairman DiPace reported receiving the Notice of Action dated December 4, 2007 for the Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Agency, a complimentary letter from Alva Torre praising the Commission for their work on the Stop & Shop plaza and the Capitol Region Council of Governments summary of zoning, subdivision and POCD referrals dated December 12, 2007.
COMMISSIONERS’ CORRESPONDENCE
Chairman DiPace noted Commissioners’ Correspondence includes a copy of the Commission Bylaws which have to be adopted in January, and a copy of Connecticut Wildlife.
Commissioner Falk stated he is looking forward to serving on the Commission. He had a question. He works for United Technologies and they are big on the customer being their highest priority. He noted this Commission provides a service and the people that come before the Commission he considers customers. He asked if there was some procedure where the people that come before the Commission fill out a survey to say how they were treated or what can be done to improve the Commission. Over the years, Commissioner Falk has heard a lot of applicants complain about the process and he asked if such a form has been considered or whether it already exists to get feedback from customers. Chairman DiPace stated it doesn’t currently exist. Commissioner Sarno suggested it may be something that can be done online where people can fill out such a form.
Commissioner Falk wondered if something like this didn’t exist in other organizations that the Commission could use. This would require a little research. Mr. Giner stated every Wednesday after the ART meetings, Mr. Giner has been meeting with the Town Manager, the Economic Development Director Ray Warren and the Assistant Town Manager talking about development services and also about making the permitting process a little bit easier for people. They have considered taking an anonymous sample of people that have done business with the town.
Chairman DiPace asked if there is a handbook for applicants. Mr. Giner stated the staff has an old handbook. The other thing being discussed is customized application forms. The application forms are all on line but they include all pages, some of which may not be needed by a particular applicant. One of the things being discussed is having a customized print out for applicants.
Chairman DiPace stated if you have an applicant that comes before the Commission quite regularly, he is not going to want to make waves. He suggested having a survey done by an outside agency rather than the Commission doing it themselves.
Commissioner Falk stated he has heard so many rumors over the years of what a difficult process it was and he asked what can we do to help the customer and make it easier.
Chairman DiPace stated he never realized what a journey it was. He noted the nightmare begins after Commission approval and that is what needs to be addressed by the Council.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
a. PH 2466.02 – Special Use Permit for car wash addition to an existing automotive sales establishment located in a Business Regional (BR) District at 20 Palomba Drive, Map 57, Lot 135, Lia Auto Group, Owner/Applicant.
Eric Forish of Forish Construction appeared before the Commission regarding this application.
Commissioner Duren asked if the signs were posted and Mr. Giner stated they were.
Mr. Forish confirmed the signs were posted the appropriate length of time. He appeared before the Commission on behalf of Lia Auto Group. The project is located at 20 Palomba Drive, the current Honda dealership. They were before the Commission in 2004 for a similar application that was approved but they did not move forward with the construction. The construction they are talking about this evening is a 24’ x 42’ addition in the rear corner of the building. Mr. Forish noted this is the same application as 2004 with the exception that the 24’ dimension was previously a 20’ dimension. The footprint is going over the existing blacktop and there will be no increase in impervious area. There are two existing parking spaces which are surplus. The building is a masonry building. The notice described the use as a car wash but Mr. Forish stated this is not a mechanical car wash. It is an area where the technicians wash cars with a hose. There are floor drains internal to the area. There is no automated equipment. This would be adding three stalls in the service garage and it would not impede circulation on the property.
Commissioner Duren stated there were some comments by Engineering. Mr. Forish stated Engineering was fine. The water people had some questions but they have no sewer pipes external to the building. They have floor drains with all the appropriate features.
Commissioner Duren stated Engineering had questions about the pedestrian access. Mr. Forish stated that would be removed and is not part of this proposal. Mr. Giner stated that is addressed in Condition #1.
Mr. Giner stated the comments by Water Pollution Control are covered in conditions 3 and 9.
Commissioner Duren asked if the floor drains will be going out to the oil separator. Mr. Forish stated they are trench drains. There is a maintenance schedule for the oil water separator. Mr. Forish noted they have gone through the DEP process with all the properties. Chairman DiPace suggested a condition that if the maintenance schedule is not on the plans, that it should be incorporated into this plan.
Chairman DiPace opened this hearing to the audience. No one spoke in favor or against this application. Chairman DiPace closed this public hearing.
Commissioner Duren made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Hickey, to approve PH 2466.02 – Special Use Permit for car wash addition to an existing automotive sales establishment located in a Business Regional (BR) District at 20 Palomba Drive, Map 57, Lot 135; Lia Auto Group owner/applicant. This approval is subject to conformance with the referenced plans, as may be required to be modified by this motion, and the following conditions:
“Site Plan Modification (PH2466) LIA Honda Dealership 20 Palomba Drive, Enfield, Connecticut, Prepared for LIA Auto Group P.O. Box 5789 Albany, New York.” Sheet 1 of 1, Sale: 1”=40’ by J.R. Russo Associates, dated 7-20-04 and revised to 11-19-07.
Conditions to be Met Prior to Signing of Mylars:
1. The plans shall be revised to eliminate the pedestrian walkway between the site and the adjacent property to the north.
2. The application number (PH#2466.02) shall be revised on the plans submitted for signature.
3. For all sewer pipes, show on the drawing(s) the length, diameter, slope, location, and type of pipe; for inverts show elevation in and out, and for frame(s) show elevation at the top. Sewer system shall conform to Town of Enfield, Subdivision Regulations, revised as of February 12, 2002, and on the Town of Enfield Public Works Department drawings titled Typical Details I, II and III.
4. All plans submitted for signature shall require the seal and live signature of the appropriate professional(s) responsible for the preparation of the plans.
5. The conditions of this approval shall be binding on the applicant, land owners, and their successors and assigns. A copy of the Final Motion with conditions shall be placed on the plans submitted for signature.
Conditions to be met prior to the issuance of permits:
6. One set of final mylars and two sets of paper plans, with any required revisions incorporated on the sheets, shall be submitted to the Planning Department for signature of the Commission. The signed mylars shall be filed with the Town Clerk prior to the Special Permit becoming effective.
7. This approval will become effective upon the filing of a Special Use Zoning Certificate signed by the Commission Secretary on the Land records by the owner of the property. Proof of such filing shall be in the file prior to the issuance of any permits.
8. A pre-construction meeting with Town Staff shall be held unless waived by the Director of Planning.
9. Information on the type of equipment that will be used in the wash bay shall be provided to the WPC.
Conditions which must be met prior to the Issuance of a Certificate of Compliance:
10. Complete as-built plans certified to Class A-2 accuracy shall be submitted prior to the issuance of any certificates of zoning compliance. The as-built plan shall also contain a certification by a Professional Engineer that they have inspected the site improvements and that they have been installed in accordance with the approved plans. Any deviations or omissions must be noted.
11. In accordance with Section 9.10.6 of the Regulations, the applicant shall also submit final plans in a digital format prescribed by the Director.
12. No Certificate of Occupancy or other final approval may be issued until the applicant has received a Certificate of Site Plan Compliance from the Planning Department. When minor site work cannot be completed because of weather or other pertinent reason, a conditional Certificate of Site Plan Compliance may be issued for a period not to exceed 180 days, providing satisfactory surety shall be posted with the Town of Enfield in an amount sufficient to complete the site work and with surety acceptable to the Town Attorney and Finance Department.
13. A request for Certificate of Site Plan Compliance from the Planning Department must be made at least 10 days before a Certificate of Occupancy or other final approval is requested from the Building Official.
General Conditions:
14. This approval is for the specific use and structure identified in the application. Any change in the nature of the use or the structure will require new approvals from the Enfield Planning and Zoning Commission.
15. This project shall be constructed and maintained in accordance with the referenced plans. Minor modifications to the approved plans may be allowed in accordance with the regulations, subject to staff review and approval.
16. A Special Permit is valid for a period of one year from the effective date of approval. A building permit must be obtained within this period or this approval shall be rendered null and void, unless an extension is granted by the Commission. All work approved must be completed by December 20, 2012.
17. By acceptance of this permit and conditions, the applicant and owner acknowledge the right of Town staff to periodically enter upon the subject property for the purpose of determining compliance with the terms of this approval.
18. The maintenance and inspection schedule for the oil water separator shall be placed on the plans.
The motion was approved by a 7 – 0 – 0 vote.
Mr. Forish stated regarding customer service, the Commission did an excellent job. He can remember being before the same Commission ten years ago for a small project and having to come twice and spend eight hours to go through a five minute meeting.
b. PH 2632 – Enfield Planning and Zoning Commission initiative – proposed zoning text amendment to Section 4.30.30 – permitted home occupations – to allow pet grooming by Special Use Permit subject to conditions.
Mr. Giner stated at the request of the Thorensens, he visited their site and saw what they were doing and drafted a regulation that would allow pet grooming on a limited basis. It would still require them to come back for a public hearing. A sign would be posted so that the neighbors would have input. The standards protect the ground water.
Mr. Giner stated this regulation was submitted to CRCOG. Their response indicated they had no concerns.
Noreen and Carl Thorensen, 97 South Road, appeared before the Commission. Ms. Thorensen stated they do have letters from their neighbors. Chairman DiPace informed the Thorensens that this is a change to the regulations to allow it. Once this is adopted, they would have to apply for the use on their property.
Chairman DiPace asked if the letters the Thorensens have are for the change in general. They responded that they are supportive letters. Mr. Giner stated those would be applicable to the public hearing.
The Thorensens stated they are in favor of the regulation.
Commissioner Hickey stated the large lot required is an important consideration.
Commissioner Sarno asked about the four animals per day. Mr. Giner noted that limit was imposed because this is a home occupation in a residential area.
Mr. Giner stated the Thorensens did have a direct discharge into the ground water which they have gotten rid of and connected to the sewers.
Chairman DiPace opened this public hearing to the audience.
Karen LaPlante, North Maple Street, stated she is interested in maintaining and enhancing the residential character of neighborhoods. She felt commercial and industrial uses should be limited to non-residential areas. There are some areas where you can have multiple businesses. There is also another concern about water utilities. Ms. LaPlante would be concerned if the town is approving a commercial dog grooming business in a residential house that she should be notified because they have to be inspected on an annual basis. They have to put back flow preventers if they have public water. If they are not notified, it could endanger the neighbors by having a back flow situation happen when they are using chemicals. That could back flow into the water supply system and poison the neighbor’s water or even the residents of the home. Ms. LaPlante stated a lot of times on these applications the water company is notified but she does not know if they are notified of the final outcome. That would be important to show some kind of proof that they are connected to the public water. If they are not connected to the public water and they have their own septic system and there are wells in the area, again these chemicals going into a septic system are not going to be treated in any way. Ms. LaPlante stated the Commission may be looking at this one family that wants to do this but there is a need to look at the overall picture and realize that anyone else in town that meets these criteria could apply for this and those protections should be put in the regulations. Ms. LaPlante stated on Section J. b. it should read “any waste water from the proposed use.”
Chairman DiPace stated applicants will be required to have a public hearing and the water companies will be notified. Ms. LaPlante stated if they are connected to public water, the back flow would be the concern.
Chairman DiPace stated he believes that all the businesses that the Commission approves include a notification to the water company.
Mr. Giner confirmed the water companies would get notification of any application that is pending.
Commissioner Duren suggested striking out the sub service disposal system. Mr. Giner stated that will not solve the concern. The concern is the back flow into the water. The North Central Health Department would have to approve the discharge and they would question what is going in there. Commissioner Duren asked why even allow it. The consensus was to remove any sub surface disposal. Section J. item b. would read “Any wastewater from the proposed use shall be discharged into the Town sewer system subject to approval from the Water Pollution Control Division.” Item c. would read “The water supply shall be equipped with a back flow prevention device.” The following items shall be renumbered.
Some discussion brought up by Commission Falk followed about the possibility of signage. Mr. Giner stated when the Thorensens came in and proposed it, they didn’t propose a sign.
Chairman DiPace asked for further public input. No one spoke in favor or against the application.
Mr. Giner proposed an effective date of January 1, 2008.
Chairman DiPace closed this public hearing.
Commissioner Duren made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Hickey, to approve PH#2632, Enfield Planning and Zoning Commission initiative – proposed zoning text amendment to Section 4.30.30 – permitted home occupations to allow pet grooming by Special Use Permit subject to the change to item b. and the addition of a new item c. as stated in the public hearing with the rest being renumbered. The motion was approved by a 7 – 0 – 0 vote with an effective date of January 1, 2008.
c. PH 2633 – Enfield Planning and Zoning Commission initiative – proposed zoning text amendment to Section 2.30 – Definitions – To exempt above-ground pools from building coverage calculations.
Chairman DiPace stated exempting above-ground pools from building coverage calculations was something he brought to the Commission’s attention. It was brought to his attention by a gentleman in Hazardville who was told when he needed more room that he would have to go for a variance because of the pool. Chairman DiPace can understand including in-ground pools in the building coverage but he did not agree with including above ground pools.
Commissioner Duren has a problem because every time we calculate anything new, we talk about the impervious coverage of a lot. This is making a section of the lot not able to absorb water. He can see tool sheds and workshops not being calculated. If impervious coverage is done for other homeowners, Commissioner Duren cannot see doing this. He felt it should be part of the calculations.
Chairman DiPace stated when rain hits the roof of a shed, it rolls down to the ground and it creates ponding around it. A swimming pool needs water added to it.
Commissioner Weseliza can see counting an in ground pool but not an above ground pool.
Chairman DiPace opened this hearing to the public. There was no public input. Chairman DiPace closed this public hearing.
Commissioner Weseliza made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Hickey, to approve PH#2633 – Enfield Planning and Zoning Commission initiative – proposed zoning text amendment to Section 2.30 to exempt above-ground pools from building coverage calculations. The motion was approved by a 6 – 1 - 0 vote. Commissioner Duren voted nay.
NEW BUSINESS
a. SPR#1433 – Application for 20x50’ dining room addition at 739 Enfield Street, zoned BL, Map 29, Lot 39, Russo Bakery, Applicant/Owner.
John Russo, owner of Russo’s Bakery, and his builder appeared before the Commission regarding this application.
Chairman DiPace stated the request is for a 20’ x 50’ dining room addition. They plan to move the stuff in the front and change the parking lot. Mr. Russo stated he will make the site nice and neat and there is also landscaping to be added.
Commissioner Duren stated there was a question by the Water Pollution Control about the grease trap location. Mr. Russo stated he has a 1,000 gallon grease trap. Commissioner Duren questioned if it was on the map. Mr. Giner stated the last memo from Water Pollution Control indicated they had all the information they needed.
Commissioner Duren asked how Mr. Russo discharges his storm water. Mr. Russo’s builder stated there are two storm drains heading right out to the road. Commissioner Duren asked if the last drain has an oil separator. Mr. Giner stated this is all existing and they are not putting in any new storm drains. Chairman DiPace noted Mr. Russo is taking some of the black top out. Commissioner Duren stated the Health Department didn’t know where the grease trap was and they had other questions.
Mr. Giner stated one of their questions was how much seating Mr. Russo will have. Mr. Russo stated he will have room for sixty people. Mr. Giner stated the parking is for sixty seats.
Commissioner Duren stated there was a question on the bathrooms. Mr. Giner stated these are all building code issues that will be taken care of during the building permit application. They have one existing bathroom and with the new use they will have to have two. Mr. Russo confirmed there is only one bathroom at this time. Commissioner Duren stated there used to be two bathrooms at one time. Mr. Russo stated he changed everything.
Chairman DiPace asked if there is a floor plan available. The Commission did not receive them and they were supplied by Mr. Giner.
Commissioner Duren asked if this new space is going to be for banquets. Mr. Russo stated people come in and want to have a pizza party with cake. Regarding other seating, Mr. Russo stated he has a few seats in the front of his bakery. The new space will be primarily for families that want parties. Commissioner Duren stated it is nice to see this business expanding.
Mr. Giner stated they are presently nonconforming with respect to the buffer on the north side. It won’t be the full 35’ but it will be better than what is there now. They will plant the area with plantings similar to the standards in effect for buffer zones. All the engineering concerns have been incorporated into the conditions. Mr. Giner noted they will have to meet all the Health Department requirements before they can obtain a building permit.
Commissioner Hickey made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Duren, to approve SPR #1433 – Application for 20x50 dining room addition at 739 Enfield Street, Zoned BL, Map 29, Lot 39, Russo Bakery, Applicant/Owner. This approval is subject to conformance with the referenced plans, as may be required to be modified by these conditions, and the following conditions:
Referenced Plans
“Site Plan #739 Enfield Street Prepared For Russo’s Bakery Enfield, Conn.” Scale: 1”=20’ by Aeschliman Land Surveying, PC, dated 9-6-07 , revised to 12-12-07.
“Russo’s Bakery Addition 739 Enfield St. Enfield, CT. 06082, Elevations” Drawing No. 1, Scale: 1/4” = 1’-0”, by D.J.P. Home Designs Services LLC. dated December 11, 2007.
“Russo’s Bakery Addition 739 Enfield St. Enfield, CT. 06082, Foundation Plan” Drawing No. 2, Scale: 1/4” = 1’-0”, by D.J.P. Home Designs Services LLC. dated December 11, 2007.
“Russo’s Bakery Addition 739 Enfield St. Enfield, CT. 06082, Floor Plan” Drawing No. 3, Scale: 1/4” = 1’-0”, by D.J.P. Home Designs Services LLC. dated December 11, 2007.
“Russo’s Bakery Addition 739 Enfield St. Enfield, CT. 06082, Sections/Details” Drawing No. 4, Scale: (Various)”, by D.J.P. Home Designs Services LLC. dated December 11, 2007.
“Russo’s Bakery Addition 739 Enfield St. Enfield, CT. 06082, Foundation Plan Exit-Access” Drawing No. 5, Scale: 1/4” = 1’-0”, by D.J.P. Home Designs Services LLC. dated December 11, 2007.
“Russo’s Bakery Addition 739 Enfield St. Enfield, CT. 06082, Floor Plan Exit-Access” Drawing No. 6, Scale: 1/4” = 1’-0”, by D.J.P. Home Designs Services LLC. dated December 11, 2007.
Conditions to be Met Prior to Signing of Plans:
1. All plans submitted for signature shall require the seal and live signature of the appropriate professional(s) responsible for the preparation of the plans.
2. The application number, SPR #1433 shall be added to the plans above the title block on each sheet.
3. The conditions of this approval shall be binding on the applicant, land owners, and their successors and assigns, a copy of the Conditions of Approval shall be incorporated on the plans submitted for signing.
4. The base material on the pavement detail shall be revised from processed aggregate to processed stone.
5. The pipe size, type, depth and slope should be indicated for the roof drain and footing drain and these should be separate pipe systems so roof drainage system does not bring water towards the footing.
6. It appears, based on the plan, that there will be one paved four foot wide pedestrian access to the building's front entrance from the handicap access parking stall and the remainder of the front area will be planted with grass. If this is not the case, some clarification should be made on the plan along with any detail for the proposed surface, other than pavement.
7. Three sets of paper plans, with any required revisions incorporated on the sheets shall be submitted to the Planning Department for signature of the Commission.
8. A pre-construction meeting between the applicant, site contractors, project engineer and Town Staff shall be held.
9. An Erosion and Sediment Control and Site Restoration Bond shall be submitted in the form of cash or a check, in an amount to be determined by the Town Engineer.
10. A landscaping bond, in an amount to be determined by the Planning Department shall be submitted to the Town.
Conditions which must be met prior to the Issuance of a Certificate of Compliance :
11. Complete as-built plans certified to Class A-2 accuracy shall be submitted prior to the issuance of any certificates of zoning compliance. The as-built plan shall also contain a certification by a Professional Engineer that they have inspected the site improvements and that they have been installed in accordance with the approved plans. Any deviations or omissions must be noted.
12. In accordance with Section 9.10.6 of the Regulations, the applicant shall also submit final plans in a digital format prescribed by the Director.
13. No Certificate of Occupancy or other final approval may be issued until the applicant has received a Certificate of Site Plan Compliance from the Planning Department. When minor site work cannot be completed because of weather or other pertinent reason, a conditional Certificate of Site Plan Compliance may be issued for a period not to exceed 180 days, providing satisfactory surety shall be posted with the Town of Enfield in an amount sufficient to complete the site work and with surety acceptable to the Town Attorney and Finance Department.
14. A request for Certificate of Site Plan Compliance from the Planning Department must be made at least 10 days before a Certificate of Occupancy or other final approval is requested from the Building Official.
15. Upon placement of the foundation or lowest floor, including the basement, and prior to backfilling or further vertical construction, the builder shall submit documentation prepared, signed and sealed by a Connecticut registered land surveyor showing the location of the foundation as well as the as-built elevation of the lowest floor, including basement, and the elevation of the top of the foundation wall. The as-built document shall also include the locations and elevations of any footing-drain outlets when footing drains are required by soil conditions or shown on the approved site plan. The elevations shall be not lower than those on the approved site plan and not more than six inches higher than those on said plan. Any deviations from these tolerances shall subject the site plan to further review. A signed and sealed recommendation and explanation from the Connecticut registered professional engineer who designed the approved site plan shall be submitted prior to approval of any changes.
16. This approval is for the specific use and structure identified in the application. Any change in the nature of the use or the structure will require new approvals from the Enfield Planning and Zoning Commission.
17. This project shall be constructed and maintained in accordance with the referenced plans. Minor modifications to the approved plans may be allowed in accordance with the regulations, subject to staff review and approval.
18. All work associated with the construction of facilities as approved must be completed by December 20, 2012 or this approval shall be rendered null and void, unless an extension is granted by the Commission.
19. By acceptance of this permit and conditions, the applicant and owner acknowledge the right of Town staff to periodically enter upon the subject property for the purpose of determining compliance with the terms of this approval.
In response to Commission questions, Mr. Russo stated the room will hold sixty people and he will have the same hours of operation, 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
b. SPR#1434 – Application to convert a building currently used as residential to a professional office. No building alterations (exterior) or site improvements area proposed, at 264 Hazard Avenue, zoned BL, R-33, Hazardville Design District, Map 83, Lot 49, David J. & William R. Palmberg, Applicants/Eileen M. Figueroa, Owner.
David Palmberg appeared before the Commission on behalf of himself and his father, William Palmberg. They are seeking a change of use for the property at 264 Hazard Avenue. Currently, it is residential. Mr. Palmberg heard rumors that at one time it was a doctor’s office. They would like to change the use from residential to professional office. There will be no improvements to the exterior or no site improvements. The only improvements on the exterior at this time would be new paint of the same color. Mr. Palmberg stated the intent is to locate their business at this location. They moved from East Windsor to Enfield in 2001. They enjoy Enfield and the opportunity for this site came up. They feel it is a great location for a small office use. They are in the land surveying business.
Commissioner Duren asked if a locator is required on the maps. Mr. Giner confirmed that it should be on the maps.
Commissioner Duren asked why it says first piece and second piece. Mr. Palmberg stated the property title is presently in two pieces. One lies in R-33 and the other is along Hazard Avenue. It is considered one piece by the town. There is a zone line that passes through it.
Commissioner Duren was wondering if the Commission is doing a subdivision. Mr. Giner confirmed that this is not a subdivision.
Commissioner Sarno asked if eight parking spaces are sufficient. Mr. Palmberg stated they have the capacity for ten parking spaces counting the garage. They have six employees. Two to four of these employees are in the field all day. Their business hours are 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and they seldom have meetings at the office. These are usually done at the client’s place of business.
Mr. Palmberg confirmed there are two entrances. There is a common driveway with Enfield Federal Savings.
Commissioner Weseliza made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Hickey, to approve SPR #1434 – Application to convert a building currently used as residential to a professional office. No building alterations (exterior) or site improvements are proposed, at 264 Hazard Avenue, Zoned BL, R-33, Hazardville Design District, Map 83, Lot 49, David J. & William R. Palmberg, Applicants/Eileen M. Figueroa, Owner. This approval is subject to conformance with the referenced plans, as may be required to be modified by these conditions, and the following conditions:
“Change of Use Plan Prepared for 246 Hazard Ave. Enfield, Connecticut.” Sheet 1 of 1, Scale; 1”= 20’, by William R. Palmberg & Son LLC, dated 11-27-07.
2. In accordance with Section 9.10.6 of the Regulations, the applicant shall also submit final plans in a digital format prescribed by the Director.
3. The application number, SPR #1434 shall be added to the plans above the title block on each sheet.
4. The conditions of this approval shall be binding on the applicant, land owners, and their successors and assigns, a copy of the Conditions of Approval shall be incorporated on the plans submitted for signing.
5. Three sets of paper plans, with any required revisions incorporated on the sheets shall be submitted to the Planning Department for signature of the Commission.
6. Information regarding the use of the office building shall be provided to the Water Pollution Control Division’s satisfaction.
7. A Final inspection by the Planning Department will be required.
8. This approval is for the specific use and structure identified in the application. Any change in the nature of the use or the structure will require new approvals from the Enfield Planning and Zoning Commission.
9. This project shall be constructed and maintained in accordance with the referenced plans. Minor modifications to the approved plans may be allowed in accordance with the regulations, subject to staff review and approval.
10. The Change of use as approved must be completed by December 20, 2012 or this approval shall be rendered null and void, unless an extension is granted by the Commission.
11. By acceptance of this permit and conditions, the applicant and owner acknowledge the right of Town staff to periodically enter upon the subject property for the purpose of determining compliance with the terms of this approval.
12. Nothing herein shall be construed that this is an approved subdivision of the two parcels.
OTHER BUSINESS
Commissioner Hickey commended Chairman DiPace and Commissioner Cooper for their outstanding contributions to the Commission over the years. He acknowledged that Chairman DiPace will be truly missed.
Chairman DiPace stated he has been on the Commission for almost twenty years. He noted in the twenty years he has been here, this Commission has been the best Commission he has ever worked with. They worked well together and accomplished a lot. Chairman DiPace stated when he took over the Commission there were seven pending lawsuits. With his departure, there are none. Following additional comments, Chairman DiPace thanked everyone on the Commission for making his job an easy one.
Commissioner Cooper stated he is glad he had the opportunity to serve on the Commission.
Mr. Giner spoke on behalf of the staff and thanked Chairman DiPace and Commissioner Cooper for their service on the Commission.
Applications to be received
The following application was accepted by the Commission:
SPR#1435 – Application to establish a place of worship in commercial space currently being used for martial arts school at 9 North Main Street, zoned TVCZ, Map 24, Lot 59, Eric Lee, Applicant/SACHI Corporation, Owner.
ADJOURNMENT
Commissioner Hickey made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Weseliza, to adjourn. Following a unanimous vote, the Commission adjourned at 9:00 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
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Charles Duren, Secretary
Enfield Planning and Zoning Commission
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