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TOWN OF LIMINGTON
PLANNING BOARD MEETING
THURSDAY OCTOBER 26, 2000 AT 7:00 P.M.
LIMINGTON MUNICIPAL BUILDING

AGENDA

1.CALL TO ORDER

2.APPROVAL OF MINUTES
AUGUST 29, 2000 MEETING
SEPTEMBER 09, 2000 MEETING
SEPTEMBER 14, 2000 MEETING
SEPTEMBER 28, 2000 MEETING

3.PUBLIC HEARING - OLIVIA DAICY
APPLICATION FOR JUNKYARD

4.ZONING ORDINANCE MODIFICATIONS

5.WEBSTER MILLS PLACE DISCUSSION
[Note: Matthew Manahan of Pierce Atwood asked that this discussion be postponed until the November meeting.
Please see the attached letter.]

6.OLD BUSINESS

7.NEW BUSINESS
Application - Ralph Estes, Addition To Building

8.ADJOURNMENT


These minutes were approved at the November 9, 2000 Planning Board meeting with no changes.


TOWN OF LIMINGTON

PLANNING BOARD MINUTES

The meeting was called to order by Wendy Walker, Chairperson, on Thursday, October 26, 2000 at 7:04 P.M. at the Limington Municipal Building.

Regular members present: Wendy Walker, Chairperson; Kreg Rose, Vice-Chairperson; Stanley Blake, Jr.; Raymond Coffin; Diane Hubbard; Harold Jordan.

Regular members absent: Chris Clark.

Alternate members present: Ronald Perkins.

Also present: Priscilla Tucker, Secretary; Freeman Abbott, C.E.O.

The meeting was videotaped by Richard Jarrett.

The first order of business was the approval of minutes of the August 29, September 09, September 14, September 28 and October 12 meetings of the Planning Board.

Wendy Walker, Chairperson, made the following corrections to the October 12, 2000 Minutes:

Page 1, Raymond Coffin was not present.
Page 5, paragraph 7, Wendy Walker said that the Planning Board must document the reasons for accepting or declining .........
Page 7, paragraph 3, Teri Hawkins was recorded as taking offense ......

Diane Hubbard made the following motion:

MOTION: To approve the Minutes of the October 12, 2000 meeting with the corrections noted above.

The motion was seconded by Kreg Rose and carried unanimously.

The Minutes of the August 29, 2000 meeting were addressed.


Planning Board Minutes
October 26, 2000 Meeting
Page 2

The following motion was made by Diane Hubbard:

MOTION: To approve the Minutes of the August 29, 2000 meeting of the Planning Board.

The motion was seconded by Harold Jordan and carried unanimously.

The Minutes of the September 09, 2000 meeting of the Planning Board were then addressed.

Wendy Walker, noted the following correction:

Page 4, paragraph 2 - Change Mike White's to Mike York.

Stanley Blake, Jr. made the following motion:

MOTION: To approve the Minutes of the September 09, 2000 meeting of the Planning Board with the correction noted above.

The motion was seconded by Diane Hubbard and carried unanimously.

The Minutes of the September 14, 2000 Minutes were addressed.

Wendy Walker, Chairperson, noted the following corrections:

Page 12, paragraph 5, last line - The cost of the study is not the responsibility of the Town.

Page 13, paragraph 5, Donna Delude should be Dulude.

The following motion was made by Diane Hubbard:

MOTION: To approve the Minutes of the September 14, 2000 meeting of the Planning Board with the above corrections.

The motion was seconded by Stanley Blake, Jr. and carried unanimously.


Planning Board Minutes
October 26, 2000 Meeting
Page 3

The Minutes of the September 28, 2000 meeting were addressed.

Wendy Walker, Chairperson, noted the following corrections:

Page 3, paragraph 3 - Ron Perkins stated that he had spoken to Jim Libby after the August 24, 2000 meeting he attended. Mr. Perkins said that if the Board .........

The following motion was made by Stanley Blake, Jr.:

MOTION: To approve the Minutes of the September 28,2000 meeting of the Planning Board with the above corrections.

The motion was seconded by Kreg Rose and carried unanimously.

Wendy Walker, Chairperson, explained that a suit has been brought against the Town, including the Planning Board, and Mr. Michael Hanson regarding his application for a permit to build a house on his property. She explained that Jim Haddow, Town Attorney, will be representing all of the Town personnel involved in the suit.

Mr. Daicy was not present for the Public Hearing so it was tabled.

The next order of business was the application from Ralph D. Estes & Sons to construct a 40x6O addition to the existing building of Trico Millwork, Inc. on the comer of Routes 11 and 25.

The following motion was made by Stanley Blake, Jr.:

MOTION: To accept the application of Ralph D. Estes & Sons as complete.

The motion was seconded by Kreg Rose and carried unanimously.

A site walk is scheduled for Saturday, November 4, 2000 at 9:00 A.M. The Public Hearing will be held on November 9, 2000.

A letter from Richard Jarrett to the Selectmen is attached as informational.


Planning Board Minutes
October 26, 2000 Meeting
Page 4

The proposed zoning modifications were discussed and acted on.

The definitions were reviewed with a lengthy discussion of the driveway definition and the following motion was made by Stanley Blake, Jr.:

MOTION: To accept the definitions as presented with the exception of the driveway definition.

The motion was seconded by Harold Jordan and carried unanimously.

Section 6.2, Land Use Table number 16B shall be changed to read,

 RC  RU  RE/V   C  
DUPLEXNCOCOCO

Section 6.2, Land Use Table number 35A shall be added to read,

 RC  RU  RE/V   C  
MULTI FAMILY
Three to Four Units
NPBPBPB

Section 6.2, Land Use Table number 35B shall be added to read

 RC  RU  RE/V   C  
WIRELESS
COMMUNICATION
FACILITIES
NPBPBPB

Section 6.3., Note D was changed to read,

Lots and structures in all districts shall meet or exceed the following minimum requirements. Height requirements do not apply to flagpoles, chimneys, transmission towers, steeples windmills or similar structures usually erected at a greater height than the principal building, however such accessory structures or appurtenances require a lot line setback distance of no less than 150% of it's height.

Kreg Rose made the following motion:

MOTION: To accept the Section 6 amendments as corrected.

The motion was seconded by Diane Hubbard and carried unanimously.

Section 7.1.B and 7.10.B were deferred until the driveway issue was satisfied.


Planning Board Minutes
October 26, 2000 Meeting
Page 5

Section 7.13.B.2 was changed to read,

A.
Maximum height for multi-business signs shall not exceed fifteen (15) feet.

B.
A free-standing sign shall not impair a driver's normal sight distance.

C.
All signs shall be maintained in good condition and repair.

D.
Maximum height for business signs shall not exceed fifteen (15) feet

E.
For individual business establishments a maximum of one (1) double sided face sign shall be permitted. Total sign area for double sided sign (2 exposed faces) shall not exceed fifty (50) square feet, single sided sign (1 exposed face) shall not exceed fifteen (15) square feet.

F.
For multi-establishment businesses, such as shopping centers or office complexes, a maximum of one (1) directory sign with the total of two exposed faces not to exceed seventy-five (75) square feet in size, plus one (1) identification sign for each business within the complex not to exceed twenty-four (24) square feet in size shall be permitted on the directory sign.

The Section will not be acted on until the changes have been made.

The following motion was made by Stanley Blake, Jr.:

MOTION: To adjourn the October 26,2000 meeting, of the Planning Board.

The motion was seconded by Kreg Rose and carried unanimously.

The meeting adjourned at 9:45 P.M.



PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS TO THE TOWN OF LIMINGTON ZONING ORDINANCE - OCTOBER 26, 2000

SECTIONORIGINALPROPOSED CHANGE
6.2 LAND USE TABLE - NUMBER 16B
RCRURE/VC
Multi-Family DwellingNPBPBCO
RCRURE/VC
DUPLEXNCOCOCO
6.2 LAND USE TABLE - NUMBER 35A  
RCRURE/VC
Multi-Family Dwelling
three to four
NPBPBPB
6.2 LAND USE TABLE - NUMBER 35B  
RCRURE/VC
Wireless
Communication
Facilities
NPBPBPB
6.3.B
(Add to Note B)
Dimensional standards for commercial/industrial uses in the commercial district will be established on a case-by-case basis by the Limington Planning Board to achieve full effective use of the district area while assuring public convenience and safety and protecting valuable town resources. Under no circumstances shall a lot be less than 1.5 acres. In cases where the C.E.O. has the authority to issue a permit the setbacks may be approved by the C.E.O. as long as the setbacks are at least equal to those in the rural district.
6.3 Dimensional Requirements
(Add)
Lots and structures in all districts shall meet or exceed the following minimum requirements. Height requirements do not apply to flagpoles, chimneys, transmission towers, steeples, windmills or similar structures usually erected at a greater height than the principal building, however such accessory structures or appurtenances require a lot line setback distance of no less than its height. Lots and structures in all districts shall meet or exceed the following minimum requirements. Height requirements do not apply to flagpoles, chimneys, transmission towers, steeples, windmills or similar structures usually erected at a greater height than the principal building, however such accessory structures or appurtenances require a lot line setback distance of no less than 150% of it's height.


Zoning Modifications
Page 2

SECTIONORIGINALPROPOSED CHANGE
7.1.B
(Change and addition)
No building permit shall be issued to erect a structure which is located more than 100 feet from a public or private road unless an access road meeting the construction standards of Section 7.1.A has been constructed. No building permit shall be issued to erect a structure which is located more than 500 feet from a public or private road unless an access road meeting the construction standards of Section 7.1.A has been constructed.
7.10.B
(Add to B)
Private roads constructed after the effective date of this ordinance to provide access to permitted uses shall meet or exceed the Town's road construction standards for slope, preparation, sub-base (as specified in the Town's subdivision review standards)
1.
Any access roads serving more than three (3) dwelling units shall be at least twenty (20) feet wide.
1.
Serving two (2) dwelling units shall be Fifteen (15) feet wide.


Zoning Modifications
Page 3

SECTIONORIGINALPROPOSED CHANGE
7.13.B.2
(Change B.2)
No free-standing signs shall be permitted. Free-standing business signs shall be permitted in connection with any legal business or industry and shall meet the following requirements,
a.
Maximum height for multi-business signs shall not exceed fifteen (15) feet.
b.
A free-standing sign shall not impair a driver's normal sight distance.
c.
All signs shall be maintained in good condition and repair.
d.
Maximum height for business signs shall not exceed fifteen (15) feet.
e.
For individual business establishments a maximum of one (1) double sided sign shall be permitted, Total sign area for double sided sign (2 exposed faces) shall not exceed fifty (50) square feet, single sided sign (I exposed face) shall not exceed fifteen (15) square feet.
f.
For multi-establishment businesses, such as shopping centers or office complexes, a maximum of one (1) directory sign with the total of two exposed faces not to exceed seventy-five (75) square feet in size, plus one (1) identification sign for each business within the complex not to exceed twenty-four (24) square feet in size shall be permitted on the directory sign.


Zoning Modifications
Page 4

SECTIONORIGINALPROPOSED CHANGE
SECTION 8.8.A.1
(Change)
The removal, or transfer of less than thirty (30) cubic yards of material from or onto any lot in any twelve month period. The removal or transfer of one hundred (100) cubic yards of material from or onto any lot in any twelve month period.
Section 8.8.D.1 Exemptions
(Add)
  The removal of five hundred (500) cubic yards of topsoil, rock, sand, gravel or similar materials within ninety (90) day period provided that such removal does not cumulatively disturb more than one (1) acre of land. This limitation does not apply if the excavation is undertaken as part of an approved on-site construction project, is part of normal farm operations or the excavated material is moved to a contiguous site in the same ownership.
Section 8.8.2.b. Submission Requirements
(Change)
Names and addresses of owners of abutting property. Names and addresses of all persons owning property abutting or within five hundred (500) feet of the subject property.
Section 8.8.5
(Add)
  Site plan at a scale of not less than one (1) inch=one hundred (100) feet with the following information:
Section 8.8.5.a
(Add)
  Existing wells, rivers, brooks, streams, freshwater wetland and coastal wetland and depth of groundwater as determined by test borings, wells or pits.
Section 8.8.5.b
(Add)
  Existing site features such as fields, wooded areas, structures, roads and driveways.
Section 8.8.5.c
(Add)
  Residences and wells within five hundred (500) feet of the subject property.


Zoning Modifications
Page 5

SECTIONORIGINALPROPOSED CHANGE
Section 8.8.5.d
(Add)
  Proposed buildings and structures and types and locations where equipment, materials or fuels are to be stored.
Section 8.8.5.e
(Add)
  Locations of proposed access and any roads to be constructed within the site and sight distances of intersections of intersection of the access road with a public road.
Section 8.8.5.f
(Add)
  Method of controlling access into the site.
Section 8.8.2.i
(Add)
  A spill prevention, control and countermeasures (SPCC plan if any fuels or hazardous materials are to be stored or equipment refueling or oil changes are to take place on the subject property.
Section 8.8.2.j
(Add)
  Estimate of daily traffic to be generated.
Section 8.8.2.k
(Add)
  Plan for screening excavation from direct view from residences and public roads.
Section 8.8.2.l
(Add)
  Disposition Of stumps and grubbings.


Zoning Modifications
Page 6

SECTIONORIGINALPROPOSED CHANGE
Section 8.8.C.15
Performance Standards
(Add)
  The following setbacks must be maintained between the excavation and a water supply in existence prior to the excavation:
 1. Dug well or point-driven well200 feet
 2. Well drilled into saturated bedrock100 feet
 3. Public Water supply serving 500 or fewer persons300 feet
 4. Public water supply serving more than 500 persons1,000 feet
Section 8,8.C.16
Performance Standards
(Add)
  Except for access roads and grubbed areas, all reclaimed and unreclaimed areas must be naturally internally drained unless the applicant prepares a stormwater management plan that demonstrates to the satisfaction of the Limington Planning Board that surface water discharges from areas that are not internally drained will not be increased as a result of storm water runoff from storms up to a level of intensity of a 25-year, 24-hour storm.


Zoning Modifications
Page 7

SECTIONORIGINALPROPOSED CHANGE
SECTION 8.19
Wireless Telecommunications Facilities
(Add Section)
  A. Design Criteria
The tower shall be a free-standing monopole design. Lattice style towers and similar facilities requiring three or more legs and/or guy wires for support are not allowed unless the Board determines that a monopole is not suitable for the location and that the best interest of the Town will be served by the construction of a lattice style tower.
1.
Carrier Capacity: Wireless telecommunications towers shall be designed to accommodate multiple carriers, The intent of this requirement is to reduce the number of facilities which will be required to be located within the community.
2.
Finish/Paint: The tower shall be designed to diminish visual impact.
3.
Fencing: Fencing shall be provided to control access to wireless telecommunication facilities. There shall be no razor wire used, unless it is requested by the Town Fire Chief and/or local police authority.
4.
Lighting of towers shall be prohibited unless required by the Federal Aviation Administration, Lighting shall be limited to that needed for emergencies and/or as required by the FAA.
B. Setbacks
The tower shall be set back from all property lines a distance equal to one hundred and fifty percent (150%) of its height.


Zoning Modifications
Page 8

SECTIONORIGINALPROPOSED CHANGE
    C. Application Criteria
1. Engineering Justification: Applications for wireless telecommunications facilities shall include engineering justification for the need, location and height.

D. Co-location

1.
Wherever possible, wireless telecommunications equipment installations shall be placed on existing monopoles, towers, tanks, roofs, signs, or other existing manmade or natural features to make the equipment inconspicuous.

2.
Co-location shall be maximized and new wireless telecommunications facilities shall be minimized. New facilities shall only be considered after a finding that existing or previously approved facilities cannot reasonably provide an agreement to cooperate with co-location of additional carriers at industry standard rates.

E. Bond
The Planning Board shall require the applicant to post a bond acceptable to the Town in an amount sufficient to pay the cost for the removal of the facility. Wireless telecommunications facilities which have been abandoned for a period of twelve (12) consecutive months shall be removed.


Zoning Modifications
Page 9

SECTIONORIGINALPROPOSED CHANGE
8.20 Miscellaneous
(Add)
  A, No travel trailer, recreational vehicle ("RV") or similar vehicle may be used as a dwelling unit for more than one hundred twenty (120) days in any twelve (12) month period.

B. A day is defined as any part of a day.


Zoning Modifications
Page 10

SECTIONORIGINALPROPOSED CHANGE
2.2 Definitions
(New)
  ANTENNA: A device for transmitting and/or receiving electromagnetic waves, which is attached to a tower or other structure.
  CO-LOCATION: Locating wireless communications equipment from more than one provider on a single site.
  DRIVEWAY: A driveway is a vehicular access to one or two private lots.
  FREE-STANDING SIGN: A self-supporting sign not attached to any building, wall, or fence, but in a fixed location. This does not include portable or trailer type signs.
  PORTABLE SIGNS: A sign standing on, rather than fixed to, the ground. Such signs are usually, but not necessarily, supported from the ground by one (1) or more poles or posts or similar uprights with or without braces, including benches and A or sandwich boards.
Sign: A display surface, fabric or device containing organized and related elements (letters, pictures, products, or sculptures) composed to form a single unit, designed to convey information visually and which is exposed to public view. In cases where matter is displayed in a random or unconnected manner without an organized relationship, each such component shall constitute a sign. SIGN: Any structure, display, logo, device or representation which is designed or used to advertise or call attention to any item, business, activity or place and is visible from outside a building. It does not include the flag, pennant or insignia of any nation, state or town.
  SIGN AREA: Total sign area shall be the aggregate of all exposed faces.


Zoning Modifications
Page 11

SECTIONORIGINALPROPOSED CHANGE
2.2 Definitions   TEMPORARY SIGN: Any sign erected, affixed or maintained on a premises for a short, fixed period of time including portable and/or mobile signs such as sandwich boards and signs on trailers. For purposes of measuring length of time a temporary sign is displayed, use of a sign for any length of time in a twenty-four (24) hour period shall constitute a day.
  ABUTTING PROPERTY: Property sharing a common boundary with or within two hundred fifty (250) feet of the property proposed for excavation, whether or not these properties are separated by a public or private way.
  NATURALLY INTERNALLY DRAINED: Areas of a site that, as a result of predevelopment topography and interim and final topography produced during development of the site, are and will remain at all times over the course of the development graded so that neither eroded materials or runoff either crosses the property boundary or enters a river, brook, stream, great pond or freshwater or coastal wetland or other protected area. Areas that rely on man-made structures to maintain internal drainage are not considered naturally internally drained.

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