HomeMy WebLinkAboutSP-87-0000 - Decision - 0023 Patchen RoadFINDINGS OF FACT
STATE OF VERMONT
COUNTY OF CHITTENDEN
CITY OF SOUTH BURLINGTON
Re: Findings of Fact, application of David and Elizabeth Taber
for conversion of an existing structure to an insurance office at
23 Patchen Road.
On the 10th of March 1987, the South Burlington Planning
Commission approved the request of David and Elizabeth Taber for
site plan approval under Section 19.10 of the South Burlington
Zoning Regulations based on the following findings:
1. TRAFFIC ACCESS: Access shall remain from the existing
southerly driveway. The northerly curb cut shall be closed by
removing the depressed curb and replacing it with a new concrete
barrier curb. It shall be paid for by the applicant.
2. CIRCULATION AND PARKING: Proposed circulation is adequate.
Seven parking spaces are approved and will be adequate.
3. LANDSCAPING & SCREENING: Landscaping shall be completed as
shown on the plan.
4. DRAINAGE: A parking lot drainage plan shall be submitted to
the City Engineer prior to permit.
5. The building permit shall be obtained within 6 months or
this approval i null an void
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South B rlington Planning Commission
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PLANNING COMMISSION 10 MARCH 1987
The South Burlington Planning Commission held a meeting on
Tuesday, 13 March 1987, at 7:30 pm, in the Conference Room,
City Hall, 575 Dorset St.
Members Present
Peter Jacob, Chairman; William Burgess, Mary -Barbara Maher,
Catherine Peacock, John Belter, Judith Hurd
Also Present
Jane Lafleur, Planner; William Schuele, Natural Resources
Committee; Sid Poger, The Other Paper; David Taber, Jim
Condos, Maurice Hutens, Gregory Dicovitsky, Albert St. Amand,
Charles Anderson, Pat Brennan, Peter Hudson, Gerry Milot, Al
Bartlett, Tom Weaver, John Caulo, Lance Llewellyn
1. Minutes of 24 February 1987
Mrs. Hurd noted that in item #5, it was Mr. Levigne who pre-
sented the proposal, not Mr. Trudell.
Mrs. Hurd then moved the minutes be approved as amended.
Mrs. Peacock seconded. Motion passed 3-0 with Mr. Belter,
Mrs. Maher, and Mr. Burgess abstaining.
2. Continue site plan application of Hoyt Gahagan for
construction of a 10,300 sq. ft. car wash at 1810 Shelburne
Rd. (access on Harbor View Rd)
Mrs. Maher moved that the application be continued until 24
March. Mrs. Hurd seconded. Motion passed unanimously.
3. Site plan application of David & Elizabeth Taber for
conversion of existing house to an office at 23 Patchen Rd.
Mr. Jacob stepped down during the discussion due to a
conflict of interest. Mr. Burgess acted as Chairman.
Mr. Taber noted that a tree would have to be removed to put a
parking lot in the back yard. They are proposing to remove
the garage and tree and extend the driveway to the parking
lot. They will landscape with trees and shrubs. The parking
lot will be gravel. Five parking spaces are needed now and
they expect to need up to 7 in the future. There is very
little client volume in the office. Of the 2 existing curb
cuts, one will be closed.
Mrs. Hurd moved that the Planning Commission approve the site
plan application of David and Elizabeth Taber for conversaion
of existing house to an office at 23 Patchen Rd. as depicted
on a plan entitled 1123 Patchen Rd: Site Plan" prepared
PLANNING COMMISSION
10 MARCH 1987
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David Taber and dated 2/12/87 with the following stipulations
1. The unused curb cut shall be closed by removing the
existing depressed curb and replacing it with a new concrete
barrier curb. This shall be paid for by the applicant.
2. Parking lot drainage plan shall be submitted to the City
Planner prior to permit.
3. The building permit shall be obtained within 6 months or
this approval is null and void.
Mr. Belter seconded, and the motion was approved unanimousl
4. Site Plan application of the Federal Avia
tion for
tower and
Airport
construction of a 9600 sq. ft. air
support facility at the Burlington
tion Administra-
traf f is control
International
Mr. Pike of the FAA explained that the site is in the middle
of a clear area. The present AFSS building and the proposed
facility will be joined by a glass walkway. The new tower is
necessary because several places on the airport have visibil-
ity problems now. This facility should be good for the next
15 years or more. The project will result in a gain of 40
parking spaces.
Mrs. Lafleur noted they are required to have a landscaping
amount of $29,500. The submitted plan is about $15,000. She
said the Commission could require larger trees or have cash
set aside for the city to determine placement of landscaping
on the property. There is already $16,000 in this type of
fund. Mrs. Maher felt that since the trees planned for are
small, she would like to see larger trees and also some
evergreens. Other members agreed.
Mr. Lavigne noted the building is quite unique in that much
of the a.moontis required only because of the tower above it.
Mr. Brennan said he would like to see landscaping moved
toward the road with increased berming to help with noise
problems. He noted that earlier work of this kind had been
successful. Mrs. Lafleur will contact Mr. Houghton to see if
it is possible to plant on Airport Drive. If it is not,
larger dimension trees will be required.
Mrs. Hurd moved that the Planning Commission approve the site
plan application of the Federal Aviation Administration for
construction of a 9600 sq. ft. air traffic control tower and
support facility at the Burlington International Airport as