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Planning and Zoning
MINUTES of RECENT MEETING:

MINUTES

PLANNING & ZONING COMMISION

THURSDAY, JULY 01, 2010

REGULAR MEETING - 7:30 P.M.

SENIOR CENTER, 11 CHERRY HILL ROAD

Present: Chairman E. McGuigan, C. Andres, P. Fischer, J. Vaiuso, M. Laudano

Absent: D. Perkins, J. Lust, S. Duhamel

Staff: Town Planner, Shirley Rasmussen; Assistant Town Planner, Richard Stoecker

Chairman E. McGuigan introduced the Cmmission members and staff. He noted that there were no public hearings and the meeting was a regular business meeting.

MINUTES: P. Fischer made a motion to approve the June 17, 2010 minutes, Chuck Andres seconded the motion which passed 4-0 with J. Vaiuso abstaining. The June 03, 2010 minutes were tabled for more clarification.

OLD BUSINESS:

1. Cut In Two Island East

Cut In Two East LLC

Coastal Site Plan Review

Application #10-4.5 a/r 5/6/10

Jim Pretti,P.E., with Criscuolo Engineering LLC, highlighted the coastal site plan including, demolition of existing home and construction of new home, variances for existing non-conformities, crane use for off-loading materials, adequacy of septic system, use of small backhoe with no blasting or excavation, and the erosion and sedimentation plan which consists of staked haybales and replacement after storm events. The concerns expressed by J. Gaucher with CTDEP OLISP were addressed. Joe Sepot, AIA, an architect with Joseph Sepot Architects from Branford, highlighted the house project with illustrations, elevations and photographs. The new structure will be constructed on the same footprint. The house will be seasonal and historic photographs (Tom Thumb) will be donated to the Stony Creek Museum. S. Rasmussen highlighted her staff report. P. Fischer made a motion to approve the coastal site plan, which has no adverse impact on coastal resources and future water dependent uses. C. Andres seconded the motion which passed unanimously, 5-0.

2. Nina Gambardella

108 Stony Creek Road & Fir Tree Drive

Interior Lot

Application #10-6.1 a/r 6/17/10

Jim Pretti P.E. with Criscuolo Engineering LLC, highlighted the application, location, noting that it is a first split and not a subdivision. The application for the interior lot includes a substantial open space dedication to the Branford Land Trust. S. Rasmussen highlighted the staff report including the Town Engineer's request to have an agreement filed on the Land Records that states the owner is responsible for maintenance and repair of driveway and culvert to access the lot. Bill Horne, representing the Branford Land Trust noted the organization's acceptance of the property to protect wetlands and add to the BLT property. C. Andres made a motion to approve the interior lot with the three conditions listed below. M. Laudano seconded the motion which carried unanimously, 5-0.

1. Prior to issuance of a building permit:

a. Submit for review and approval by the Town Attorney a statement holding the owner of the interior lot responsible for repair and maintenance of the culvert and driveway access to the lot. File said statement on the Branford Land Records

b. Obtain final approval from East Shore District Health Department.

c. Deed open space land to Branford Land Trust.

d. Submit digital copy in PDF format of final approved plans.

3. Branford Partners LLC/Ct. Orthopedic Specialists, P.C.

84 North Main Street

Special Exception & CZC

Application #10-6.2 a/r 6/17/10 PH 7/15/10

Jim Pretti P.E. with Criscuolo Engineering LLC, highlighted the application noting that the only change to the earlier approved Site Plan was a slight increase in the footprint of the surgical center first floor. R Stoecker highlighted the staff report and noted the slight increase in first floor footprint and no change in parking demand or landscaping. J. Vaiuso made a motion to approve the application. P. Fischer seconded the motion which passed unanimously, 5-0 with the following conditions: 1. Prior to issuance of building permit: a) Submit digital copy in PDF format of final approved plans. b) All site work must be completed prior to issuance of Certificate of Occupancy.

4. Thirteen, LLC & Montowese Partners,

67 & 69 South Main Street

Special Exception & CZC

Application #10-6.3 a/r 6/17/10 PH 7/15/10

Public Hearing set for July 15, 2010

5. Elm City Mfg. Jewelers, Inc.

110 North Main Street

Special Exception & CZC

Application #10-6.4 a/r 6/17/10 PH 7/15/10

Public Hearing set for July 15, 2010

NEW BUSINESS:

1. Michael J. Peck and Kristen N. Peck

290-291 Linden Avenue

Coastal Site Plan Review

Application #10-6.5

Tabled for ZBA review July 20, 2010

2. Fran Paranto/Anthony Nuzzo (ABC-lers)

738 East Main Street

Site Plan (Revision) & CZC

Application #10-6.6

Tabled for withdrawal letter from applicant

3. Edwina M. Robinson Trustee

93 Damascus Road

Subdivision — Interior Lot

Application #10-6.7

Jim Pretti P.E. with Criscuolo Engineering LLC, highlighted the application including the request to divide off a "first split" lot from an existing over-sized house lot. He stated the applicant submitted a property title history form and met all interior lot standards. S. Rasmussen highlighted the staff report. The property owners were present (Paul & Dick Robinson). J. Vaiuso made a motion to accept the application for review and approve the application. M. Laudano seconded the motion which passed unanimously, 5-0.

4. Cosmic Cat Veterinary Clinic

220 East Main Street

Site Plan (Revision) & Coastal Site Plan Review

Application #10-6.8

Lee Bassett described the project application including renovating a garage with a new roof, adding 100 square feet of "loft space" and interior renovations. R. Stoecker highlighted the staff report noting the revisions do not impact any other site plan standards. P. Fischer made a motion to approve the Site Plan revision and Coastal Site Plan. J. Vaiuso seconded the motion which carried unanimously, 5-0.

OTHER BUSINESS:

1. Work Session on July 22, 2010 or July 29m 2010. The Commission agreed to hold a work session on July 22, 2010 at 7:00 P.M.

2. Request for removal of restriction on 34 Indian Woods Road — Attorney Robert Kowalczyk was present to request that the Planning and Zoning Commission remove a restriction on Lot 27 making it an official building lot. S. Rasmussen read a letter from Town Attorney Clendenen stating that the Branford Planning and Zoning Commission is not the appropriate body to resolve Attorney Kowaczyk's request. After discussion it was suggested that Attorney Kowaczyk contact the Town Attorney Clendenen to discuss the key issues.

Meeting adjourned at 9:15 PM

Minutes submitted by Richard H. Stoecker, Assistant Planner

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