6 Church Street, Gardiner, Maine 04345 Pat Hart, Chairperson
Dorothy Morang, Recording Secretary
{00030026-0000-0000-C000-000000000046} CITY OF GARDINER
PLANNING BOARD
Gardiner Planning Board December 19, 2007 Continued from
City of Gardiner, Maine December 11, 2007 Meeting
ROLL CALL
Present: Pat Hart Judith A. Dorsey Deborah Willis
Pamela Mitchel Edward Lawrence Ian Burnes
Absent: James Montell
Also Present: Dorothy Morang, Planning Board Recording Secretary
David Cichowski, Code Enforcement Officer (CEO)
Mitchell Rasor, Planner
Jason Simcock, Planning & Development Director, Representing the City
David Bragg Tim Dennison Brian Dennison
Barry McArthur Tom Dumont
1.) Chair, Pat Hart called the meeting to order at 6:02 PM, welcomed everyone and went over the meeting schedule.
2.) Roll call taken.
3.) Minor Subdivision Amendment
The City of Gardiner, Applicant is seeking a Subdivision Amendment to amend the lot lines of three lots within an approved Subdivision (February 19, 1999; Revised May 20, 1999 & Revised Final Plan September 16, 1999). The properties, located on Enterprise Av and Technology Drive, are within the Planned Industrial Commercial (PIC) Zoning District, City Tax Map 7, Lots 18-A 10, 11 & 12.
Jason Simcock introduced himself and said that he is representing the City of Gardiner. He thanked everyone for their willingness to come out for a second meeting. This project involves three (3) lots from the Libby Hill Business Park, Phase I – Lots 10, 11 & 12. They are proposing to delete the lot line between lots 10 & 11 and create a new lot line for lot 12. This will add 1.1 acres from lot 11 to lot 12 and will help in the development of lots 10 & 11 and with future development in lot 12. It not only makes lot 12 larger, but it abuts the lots in Phase II and would assist in development if necessary.
Jason referred to a further explanation in Mitchell Rasor’s memo. David Bragg said that they have set new pins, but have not sent the new proposal to the Registry of Deeds yet. Jason said that he has sent a draft letter to MDEP and staff there feel as there is no impact to the impervious surfaces, it was more of an administrative process and could probably turn this around in 30 days. Chair Hart asked why this had to go back to MDEP. Jason said that if changes are made to a plan with an existing DEP Permit – it requires notification to MDEP of those changes.
Chair Hart asked the Board if they agreed that this proposal is a minor change as defined in the Ordinance. They agreed.
Pam Mitchel made a motion that this is a minor change. Judy Dorsey seconded the motion.
Vote: 6 in favor. 0 opposed. Motion passed.
Pam Mitchel made a motion that we approve the redrawing of the lot lines of Phase I of the Libby Hill Business Park as indicated on Exhibit B submitted by the City. Judy Dorsey seconded the motion.
Vote: 6 in favor. 0 opposed. Motion passed.
4.) PUBLIC HEARING – Site Plan Review
Dennison Lubricants, Applicant is seeking Major Site Plan Approval to construct a 20,000 S.F. office and warehouse for the distribution of Performance Lubricants. The properties, located on Enterprise Av, are within the Planned Industrial Commercial (PIC) Zoning District, City Tax Map 7, Lots 18-A-10 and 11.
Chair Hart asked if there was that any of the Planning Board members could not hear this application in an unbiased manner. Everyone was fine.
Tim Dennison introduced himself and said that they would like to construct a distribution warehouse in this area. He has been in business for 20 years and sees an opportunity in Maine to expand his business and Gardiner makes sense. They sell lubricants to other businesses. The lubricants are not toxic or dangerous. If they had a spill, they have a place to contain it within the building. They plan to have 5 – 6 employees on site and expect it will grow 2 – 3 times more. The loading and unloading will all be indoors with protection for spills. They stock all protection supplies, have a good track record and meet all NFPA regulations and requirements.
The Board reviewed the Application for completeness. It was decided that a waiver was needed for Section 5. H. 5. r. The Applicant submitted the waiver request. A question was asked about a start date. Tom Dumont of TPD Construction Co. said that they expect to start mid March. He also noted that the estimated cost of the project is $1.5 million.
6:41 PM Break
6:48 PM Resume meeting
Pam Mitchel made a motion that we grant the waiver of the requirement in Section 5. H. 5. r. Judy Dorsey seconded the motion.
Vote: 6 in favor. 0 opposed. Motion passed.
Pam Mitchel made a motion that the Application is complete. Judy Dorsey seconded the motion.
Vote: 6 in favor. 0 opposed. Motion passed.
6:50 PM Public Hearing. No comments.
6:50 PM Close Public Hearing
Board members reviewed the Ordinance, Section 3 Performance Standards.
Pam Mitchel made a motion that the following Performance Standards do not apply – B, D, E, G, I, J, M, N, Q, T, U, V, W, Z, AA, BB & CC. Judy Dorsey seconded the motion.
Vote: 6 in favor. 0 opposed. Motion passed.
Pam Mitchel made a motion that Performance Standard A has been met. Judy Dorsey seconded the motion.
Vote: 6 in favor. 0 opposed. Motion passed.
Pam Mitchel made a motion that Performance Standard C has been met. Judy Dorsey seconded the motion.
Vote: 6 in favor. 0 opposed. Motion passed.
Pam Mitchel made a motion that Performance Standard F has been met. Judy Dorsey seconded the motion.
Vote: 6 in favor. 0 opposed. Motion passed.
Pam Mitchel made a motion that Performance Standard H has been met. Judy Dorsey seconded the motion.
Vote: 6 in favor. 0 opposed. Motion passed.
Pam Mitchel made a motion that Performance Standard K has been met. Judy Dorsey seconded the motion.
Vote: 6 in favor. 0 opposed. Motion passed.
Pam Mitchel made a motion that Performance Standard L has been met. Judy Dorsey seconded the motion.
Vote: 6 in favor. 0 opposed. Motion passed.
Pam Mitchel made a motion that Performance Standard O has been met. Judy Dorsey seconded the motion.
Vote: 6 in favor. 0 opposed. Motion passed.
Pam Mitchel made a motion that Performance Standard P has been met. Judy Dorsey seconded the motion.
Vote: 6 in favor. 0 opposed. Motion passed.
Pam Mitchel made a motion that Performance Standard R has been met. Judy Dorsey seconded the motion.
Vote: 6 in favor. 0 opposed. Motion passed.
Pam Mitchel made a motion that Performance Standard S has been met. Judy Dorsey seconded the motion.
Vote: 6 in favor. 0 opposed. Motion passed.
Pam Mitchel made a motion that Performance Standard X has been met. Judy Dorsey seconded the motion.
Vote: 6 in favor. 0 opposed. Motion passed.
Pam Mitchel made a motion that Performance Standard Y has been met. Judy Dorsey seconded the motion.
Vote: 6 in favor. 0 opposed. Motion passed.
Pam Mitchel made a motion that Performance Standard DD does not apply. Judy Dorsey seconded the motion.
Vote: 6 in favor. 0 opposed. Motion passed.
Board members reviewed Review Criteria in Section 5. Q. They skipped Review Criteria 1 & 2 for now.
Pam Mitchel made a motion to accept Review Criteria 3 as written by the Applicant. Judy Dorsey seconded the motion.
Vote: 6 in favor. 0 opposed. Motion passed.
Pam Mitchel made a motion to accept Review Criteria 4 as demonstrated in the Applicant’s plan. Judy Dorsey seconded the motion.
Vote: 6 in favor. 0 opposed. Motion passed.
Pam Mitchel made a motion to accept Review Criteria 5 as demonstrated in the Applicant’s plan. Judy Dorsey seconded the motion.
Vote: 6 in favor. 0 opposed. Motion passed.
Pam Mitchel made a motion to accept Review Criteria 6 as demonstrated in the Applicant’s plan. Judy Dorsey seconded the motion.
Vote: 6 in favor. 0 opposed. Motion passed.
Pam Mitchel made a motion to accept Review Criteria 7 as demonstrated in the Applicant’s plan. Judy Dorsey seconded the motion.
Vote: 6 in favor. 0 opposed. Motion passed.
Pam Mitchel made a motion to accept Review Criteria 8 as demonstrated in the Applicant’s plan. Judy Dorsey seconded the motion.
Vote: 6 in favor. 0 opposed. Motion passed.
Pam Mitchel made a motion to accept Review Criteria 9 as written by the Applicant. Judy Dorsey seconded the motion.
Vote: 6 in favor. 0 opposed. Motion passed.
Pam Mitchel made a motion to accept Review Criteria 10 as demonstrated in the Applicant’s plan. Judy Dorsey seconded the motion.
Vote: 6 in favor. 0 opposed. Motion passed.
Pam Mitchel made a motion to accept Review Criteria 11 as demonstrated in the Applicant’s plan. Judy Dorsey seconded the motion.
Vote: 6 in favor. 0 opposed. Motion passed.
Chair Hart asked if there was a spill, is there a plan. Tom Dumont said that there is a containment area surrounded by a concrete wall for clean-up.
Pam Mitchel made a motion to accept Review Criteria 12 as demonstrated in the Applicant’s plan. Judy Dorsey seconded the motion.
Vote: 6 in favor. 0 opposed. Motion passed.
Pam Mitchel made a motion to accept Review Criteria 13 as demonstrated in the Applicant’s plan. Judy Dorsey seconded the motion.
Vote: 6 in favor. 0 opposed. Motion passed.
Pam Mitchel made a motion to accept Review Criteria 14 as demonstrated in the Applicant’s plan. Judy Dorsey seconded the motion.
Vote: 6 in favor. 0 opposed. Motion passed.
Chair Hart asked if the Applicant had the Fire Marshal’s approvals yet. Tom Dumont will be getting them.
Pam Mitchel made a motion to accept Review Criteria 15 as demonstrated in the Applicant’s plan with the condition that the Applicant receive approval from the Fire Marshal’s Office. Judy Dorsey seconded the motion.
Vote: 6 in favor. 0 opposed. Motion passed.
Pam Mitchel made a motion to accept Review Criteria 16 as written by the Applicant. Judy Dorsey seconded the motion.
Vote: 6 in favor. 0 opposed. Motion passed.
Pam Mitchel made a motion to accept Review Criteria 17 as written by the Applicant. Judy Dorsey seconded the motion.
Vote: 6 in favor. 0 opposed. Motion passed.
Pam Mitchel made a motion to accept Review Criteria 18 as written by the Applicant. Judy Dorsey seconded the motion.
Vote: 6 in favor. 0 opposed. Motion passed.
Pam Mitchel made a motion to accept Review Criteria 19 as written by the Applicant. Judy Dorsey seconded the motion.
Vote: 6 in favor. 0 opposed. Motion passed.
Pam Mitchel made a motion to accept Review Criteria 20 as written by the Applicant. Judy Dorsey seconded the motion.
Vote: 6 in favor. 0 opposed. Motion passed.
Pam Mitchel made a motion to accept Review Criteria 21 as written by the Applicant. Judy Dorsey seconded the motion.
Vote: 6 in favor. 0 opposed. Motion passed.
Pam Mitchel made a motion (Review Criteria 2) that the proposed development meets the provisions of all applicable regulations and ordinances of the City and meets the intent of the Comprehensive Plan, as amended. Judy Dorsey seconded the motion.
Vote: 6 in favor. 0 opposed. Motion passed.
Pam Mitchel made a motion (Review Criteria 1) that the development meets the requirements in Section 3 of the Planned Industrial/Commercial District as set forth in Section 2 and meets the appropriate Performance Standards in Section 3. Judy Dorsey seconded the motion.
Vote: 6 in favor. 0 opposed. Motion passed.
Pam Mitchel moved to approve the Application with the condition that the Applicant obtain the necessary permits from the Fire Marshal’s Office. Judy Dorsey seconded the motion.
Vote: 6 in favor. 0 opposed. Motion passed.
OTHER
Chair Hart thanked everyone for staying and wished them a happy holiday.
7.) ADJOURN
Pam Mitchel made a motion to adjourn. Ian Burnes seconded the motion.
Vote: 6 in favor. 0 opposed. Motion passed.
Meeting adjourned at 7:30 PM
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