24B-077 300 King Street-Site Plan approval-2012Planning - DecisionCity of Northampton
Hearing No.:PLN-2012-0036Date: July 5, 2012
APPLICATION TYPE:SUBMISSION DATE:
PB Special Permit with Intermediate 5/14/2012
Applicant's Name:Owner's Name:
NAME: NAME:
PEOPLES BANKPEOPLES BANK
ADDRESS:ADDRESS:
330 WHITNEY AVE330 WHITNEY AVE
TOWN:STATE:ZIP CODE:TOWN:STATE:ZIP CODE:
HOLYOKEMA01040HOLYOKEMA01040
PHONE NO.:FAX NO.:
PHONE NO.:FAX NO.:
EMAIL ADDRESS: EMAIL ADDRESS:
Site Information:Surveyor's Name:
STREET NO.:COMPANY NAME:
SITE ZONING:
300 KING ST
HB(100)/
TOWN:ADDRESS:
ACTION TAKEN:
NORTHAMPT0N MA 01060
Approved With Conditions
MAP:BLOCK:LOT:MAP DATE:
SECTION OF BYLAW:
24B077001
Chpt 350-10: Permit and Certificate Fees
TOWN:STATE:ZIP CODE:
Book:Page:
1590398
PHONE NO.:FAX NO.:
EMAIL ADDRESS:
NATURE OF PROPOSED WORK:
Construction of a new 3,180 SQ FT PEOPLES BANK
HARDSHIP:
CONDITION OF APPROVAL:
1)The applicant shall ensure that the construction of the new sidewalk is coordinated with Colvest
Group. LTD and their work at the former Hill and Dale Mall that includes upgrading the traffic signals at
Barrett and King Streets and installing a new pedestrian push button pedestal at the corner of the
proposed People’s Bank.
2.All work within the right-of-way must be approved by Department of Public Works. Final plans must
be submitted for approval prior to any work.
3.The applicant shall coordinate new water service installation with the Water Department in
accordance with city standards.
4.The proposed water service and sewer line should be located as far from the trunks of the proposed
Katsura trees as possible.
5. A sewer cleanout detail shall be included in revised plans.
6. A minimum of 3 feet of cover shall be provided for drain lines.
7. The roof leader must connect directly to a drain line or manhole on the Bank property and not
through PCB#2.
8. Roof drain pipes shall be combined before entering system.
9. A Stormwater Management Operation, Maintenance and Inspection Agreement shall be submitted to
the DPW for review and approval (that includes the
draft Stormwater Facility Maintenance Schedule) that is binding on all
subsequent owners of the land by recording it in the land records of the
Registry of Deeds.
10. Controlled density fill is required for all proposed trench cuts in King and Barrett Streets.
11. A minimum of 8 inches of compacted processed gravel base is required for sidewalks
12. 6 inches of concrete with wire reinforcement is required for sidewalks at driveways.
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13. Granite curbing shall be continuous through handicap ramp.
14. A Stormwater Connection Permit is required for the two proposed. new connections.
15. All catch basins shall have outlet hoods. The low profile. HDPE “Eliminator” or equal is preferred.
16. Drain manhole and catch basin castings and grates shall meet DPW standards.
17. Installation of the drainage structures in the road right of way will
require third party inspection during construction and submission to the
DPW for approval of an inspection narrative and photos. The DPW requests
at least 24 hour notice prior to construction of the structures within
the right of way.
18. PDMH #1 may need to be sized larger to accommodate the proposed
connections. Final size of the manhole to be approved by the DPW.
19. The planting medium in the proposed rain garden should be covered with
2 to 3 inches of fine-shredded hardwood mulch in accordance with the
guidance in the Massachusetts Stormwater Management Handbook.
FINDINGS:
The Planning Board voted to approve the special permit for the new bank building based on the following plans submitted:
1).Peoples Bank King Street, by Heritage Surveys and William A Canon Landscape Architects, revised date 6/27/12 pages L-1.0 to L-9.0.
The Board approved the permit upon making the following findings:
(1) The requested use protects adjoining premises against seriously detrimental uses. The use is allowed in the district and is consistent
with the recently adopted zoning and design guidelines for the HB district.
(2) The requested use will promote the convenience and safety of vehicular and pedestrian movement within the site and on adjacent
streets, minimize traffic impacts on the streets and roads in the area. The use replaces a gas/convenience store, closes a curb cut and
reduces the width of a second curb cut.
(3) The requested use will promote a harmonious relationship of structures and open spaces to the natural landscape, existing buildings
and other community assets in the area.
(4) The requested use will not overload, the City’s resources including the effect on the City’s water supply and distribution system,
sanitary and storm sewage collection and treatment systems, fire protection, streets and schools; and
(5) The requested use bears a positive relationship to the public convenience or welfare. The use will not unduly impair the integrity of
character of the district or adjoining zones, nor be detrimental to the health, morals, or general welfare. The use shall be in harmony with
the general purpose and intent of the ordinance; and
(7) If applicable, the requested use will promote City planning objectives to the extent possible and will not adversely effect those
objectives, as defined in City master or study plans adopted under MGL c. 41, § 81C and 81D. The expansion is designed to be,
consistent with the plan for King Street.
COULD NOT DEROGATE BECAUSE:
FILING DEADLINE:MAILING DATE:HEARING CONTINUED DATE:DECISION DRAFT BY:APPEAL DATE:
6/7/20126/21/20127/12/2012
REFERRALS IN DATE:HEARING DEADLINE DATE:HEARING CLOSE DATE:FINAL SIGNING BY:APPEAL DEADLINE:
6/14/20127/18/20126/28/20127/12/20127/25/2012
FIRST ADVERTISING DATE:HEARING DATE:VOTING DATE:DECISION DATE:
6/14/20126/28/20126/28/20127/5/2012
SECOND ADVERTISING DATE:HEARING TIME:VOTING DEADLINE:DECISION DEADLINE:
6/21/20127:30 PM9/26/20129/26/2012
MEMBERS PRESENT:VOTE:
Karla Youngbloodvotes toGrant
Debin Brucevotes toGrant
Stephen Gilsonvotes toGrant
Jennifer Dieringervotes toGrant
Mark Sullivanvotes toGrant
Francis Johnsonvotes toGrant
MOTION MADE BY:SECONDED BY:VOTE COUNT:DECISION:
Stephen GilsonKarla Youngblood6Approved with Conditions
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MINUTES OF MEETING:
Available in the Office of Planning & Development.
I, Carolyn Misch, as agent to the Planning Board, certify that this is a true and accurate decision made by the Planning Board and certify
that a copy of this and all plans have been filed with the Board and the City Clerk on the date shown above.
I certify that a copy of this decision has been mailed to the Owner and Applicant.
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Notice of Appeal
An appeal from the decision of the Planning Board may be made by any person aggrieved pursuant to MGL Chapt. 40A, Section 17 as
amended within twenty (20) days after the date of the filing of the notice of the decision with the City Clerk. The date is listed above. Such
appeal may be made to the Hampshire Superior Court with a certified copy of the appeal sent to the City Clerk of the City of Northampton.
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