Redding Planning Commission
P.O. Box 1028
Redding Center, Connecticut 06875-1028
MINUTES
Tuesday, December 11, 2007
8:00 p.m. – Old Town House
Present: Diane Taylor, Chairman; Robert Dean; Nancy King; Donald Stroetzel; Michael Bakanas, Alt., seated for G. Meyer.
Absent: Greg Meyer; Thomas Flagg, Alt.; Toby Welles, Alt.
Also present: Jo-an Brooks, Land Use Coordinator
The Chairman called the meeting to order at 8:10 p.m.
I. APPROVAL OF MINUTES -Meeting of 11/27/07
On the motion of D. Stroetzel and the second of N. King, the Commission voted unanimously to approve the 11/27/07 Meeting Minutes.
II. PRESENTATION. SCHEDULE SITE WALK AND PUBLIC HEARING.
Subdivision Application #515, Charles I. Tyler, owner), Thomas Ryder, Land-Tech Consultants, Inc. (agent), 130 Topstone Road. Proposed subdivision of 33.441 acres into three lots.
Tom Ryder was present for the applicant. D. Taylor read the following reports and memorandums into the record:
10/9/07 report from Aquarion
11/2/07 report from K. von Jena
Undated letter from Fire District #2
10/5/07 memorandum from J. Hayes
10/15/07 report from D. Hartline
12/11/07 report from J. Hayes
T. Ryder stated that he hadn’t received J. Hayes’ report of 10/5/07 and was therefore unable to respond to his comments. He will have the report 12/12/07.
Mr. Ryder reviewed the proposal accompanied by the site development plan. Some clarification is needed regarding the three lots and a remainder parcel vs. four lots. Open Space proposal was reviewed. R. Dean requested a written description of the purpose of the proposed open space, access and how the space will be utilized for the intended purpose.
The Public Hearing will open at the meeting of 1/8/08/
III. APPLICATION FOR RECEIPT: NO DISCUSSION: SCHEDULE PRESENTATION
Subdivision Application #516, Frank Marini, owner, 417 Rock House Road. Proposed subdivision of 14.19 acres into two lots.
On the motion of N. King and the second of D. Stroetzel, the Commission voted unanimously to receive Subdivision Application #516. The presentation is on 1/8/08.
IV. ADMINISTRATIVE
1. Town Plan of Conservation & Development, John Hayes. Land Use Map and Chapter with population figures for Redding Planning Commission review.
D. Taylor read a status report from J. Hayes. Discussion will continue pending receipt of new information.
2. Umpawaug Road Improvements. Nancy and Robert Kaye. Discussion. Letter sent 10/25/07.
D. Taylor noted receipt of new photographs which were reviewed along with asphalt chunks from the road. T. Ciriello will be requested to ensure that the road maintenance matrix include this type of problem.
3. Road Regulations. Discussion re progress.
After review, J. Brooks requested that Commissioners forward their comments to T. Welles via email.
4. Scenic Road language-discussion.
D. Taylor read letters in response to the Redding Pilot article re: paving Scenic Roads.
5. Scenic Road Signs for Topstone, Poverty Hollow, Pine Tree and Cross Hwy. T. Welles.
J. Brooks reported that the total cost of the proposed signs is $132.00. Final mock-up to be reviewed prior to taking action. J. Brooks will confirm that B. Sanford will install the signs. Discussion will continue.
6. Scenic Road Monitoring. Reports including signs.
The only new activity reported was the possibility of a sealant used on Topstone Road. D. Taylor will inspect and report back.
7. Referral from Zoning, 4 Old Mill Road.
After review of the referral, the Commission concurred that while in conformance with the Town Plan of Conservation & Development, there are concerns re: orderly development related to the neighboring property. A letter to this effect will be forwarded to Zoning.
V. PENDING.
1. Reference Application #424, Lot #2, 3 Charlie Hill Road. Paul Garavel owner. Redding Planning Commission letter sent 5/7/07. Presentation 7/10/07. Timetable for remediation requested. Work not yet completed.
Per Mr. Garavel, the fence has been removed and all seven trees will be removed by 12/16/07. The basketball pole is scheduled to be down soon. Mr. Garavel will attend a Planning meeting 1/08. N. King will contact T. Flagg re: inspection of remediation.
2.Umpawaug Road boulders. Wood post and cable guard rail to be installed per T. Welles.
No new information or discussion.
3. Intersection of Marchant and Chestnut Woods, Designated Scenic Roads. Plans adjusted by Bruce Sanford, Tony Ciriello and Toby Welles.
T. Welles is working on the final draft with 13 feet on both sides of the island. Discussion will continue.
VI. CHAIRMAN’S REPORT
Zoning Public Hearing re business signs 12/12/07.
On the motion o D. Stroetzel, the Commission voted unanimously to adjourn the meeting at 9:50 p.m.
Submitted by: Kristi C. Reilly
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