35-264 (11) ZONING BOARD;`;
DECISION . City of Northampton
Date: January 31, 2005
B.Pedestrian,bicycle and vehicular traffic movement on site will be separated,to the extent possible.
7. 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;
8. The requested use will not adversely effect the City's planning objectives,as defined in City master or study plans adopted under
M.G.L. Chapter 41, Section 81-C and D.
COULD NOT DEROGATE BECAUSE:
FILING DEADLINE: MAILING DATE: HEARING CONTINUED DATE: DECISION DRAFT BY: APPEAL DATE:
11612005 112012005 211012005
REFERRALS IN DATE: HEARING DEADLINE DATE: HEARING CLOSE DATE: FINAL SIGNING BY: APPEAL DEADLINE:
111312005 3/2/2005 112712005 211012005 2/20/2005
FIRST ADVERTISING DATE: HEARING DATE: VOTING DATE: DECISION DATE:
111312005 1/27/2005 112712005 113112005
SECOND ADVERTISING DATE: HEARING TIME: VOTING DEADLINE: DECISION DEADLINE:
112012005 5:30 PM 412012005 412712005
MEMBERS PRESENT: VOTE:
Elizabeth Wroblicka votes to Grant
Malcolm B.E.Smith votes to Grant
Bob Riddle votes to Grant
MOTION MADE BY: SECONDED BY: VOTE COUNT: DECISION:
Elizabeth Wroblicka Malcolm B.E.Smith 3 Approved with Conditions
MINUTES OF MEETING:
Available in the Office of Planning&Development.
1, Carolyn Misch,as agent to the Zoning Board ofAppeals,certify that this is a true and accurate decision made by the Zoning Board of
Appeals and certify that a copy of this and all plans have been filed with the Board and the City Clerk on
January 31, 2005
1 certify that a copy of this decision has been mailed to the Owner and Applicant
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DECISION" City of Northampton
Date: January 31, 2005
APPLICATION TYPE: SUBMISSION DATE:
ZBA-Special Permit 12/27/2004
Applicant's Name: Owner's Name: Surveyor's Name:
NAME: NAME: COMPANY NAME:
Wright Builders DURFER JAMES E&ANITA M
ADDRESS: ADDRESS: ADDRESS:
48 Bates St 49 WEST PARSONS LN
TOWN: STATE: ZIP CODE: TOWN: STATE: ZIP CODE: TOWN: STATE: ZIP CODE:
NORTHAMPTON MA 01060 FLORENCE MA 01062
PHONE NO.: FAX NO.: PHONE NO.: FAX NO.: PHONE NO.: FAX NO.:
(413)586-8287 (413)587-9276 0 582-6963 0
EMAIL ADDRESS: EMAIL ADDRESS: EMAIL ADDRESS:
Site Information:
STREET NO.: SITE ZONING:
49 WEST PARSONS LANE SR
TOWN: SECTION OF BYLAW:
NORTHAMPTON MA 01060 Section 10.10:Accessory Apartments
MAP: BLOCK: I LOT: MAP DATE: ACTION TAKEN:
35 264 001 Approved With Conditions
Book: Page:
5802 301
NATURE OF PROPOSED WORK:
Construction of a 32x26'detached accessory apartment with 10 x14'deck.
HARDSHIP:
CONDITION OF APPROVAL:
1. Water and sewer lines for the new structure must be extended from the single family house.
FINDINGS:
2. No work within the drainage easement can be done without approval by Department of Public
Works.
The Zoning Board ofAppeals approved the Special Permit with requested waivers for a detached accessory apartment based upon the
following plans submitted with the application:
1. Site Plan Diagram and Front Elevation,Freestanding Accessory Unit Sheets 1,3,5,10,dated 12/22/04,prepared by Wright Builders.
The Zoning Board found that:
1. The requested use protects adjoining premises against seriously detrimental uses. The use is allowed and is consistent with the goals
and objectives of the city to allow modest infill as part of single family residences.
2. The requested use will not alter vehicular and pedestrian movement within the site and on adjacent streets,nor create traffic impacts
on the streets and roads in the area. Four parking spaces will be accommodated on site and no changes to the existing driveway will be
made. A walkway will be created from the existing driveway that will lead to the accessory unit.
The project including any concurrent road improvements,will not decrease the level of service(LOS)of all area roads or intersections
effected by the project below the existing conditions when the project is proposed.
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. The detached accessory unit will sit approximately 20'from the main unit to allow views from
abutting properties through this lot to be maintained.
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. No changes are necessary to the
function of the property.
5. The Board determined that the requested use meets special regulations set forth in the Zoning Ordinance section 10.10 for detached
accessory apartments.
6. Compliance with the following technical performance standards will not change:
A. There will remain one curb cut to access the lot.
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10. Do any signs exist on the property? YES NO
IF YES, describe size, type and location:
Are there any proposed changes to or additions of signs intended for the property? YES_NO X,
IF YES, describe size, type and location:
11. Will the construction activity disturb (clearing, grading, excavation, or filling)over 1 acre or is it part of a common
plan of development that will disturb over 1 acre? YES NO _><_
IF YES, then a Northampton Storm Water Management Permit from the DPW is required.
12. ALL INFORMATION MUST BE COMPLETED, or PERMIT CAN BE DENIED DUE TO LACK OF INFORMATION
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EXISTING PROPOSED REQUIRED BY
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P� 13. Certification: I hereby certify that the information contained herein is true and accurate to the best of
Pasty my knowledge.
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Date: _ s Applicant's Signature '
NOTE:Issuance of a zoning permit does not relieve an applicant's burden to comply with all zoning
requirements and obtain all required permits from the Board of Health,Conservation Commission,
Historic and Architectural Boards,Department of Public Works and other applicable permit granting
authorities.
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3. Status of Applicant: Owner Contract Purchaser. Lessee Other (explain)
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Parcel Id. Zoning Map# Parcel# Distnct(s)
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7. Attached Plans: Sketch Plan Site Plan 1 Engineered/Surveyed Plans
8. Has a Special Permit/Variance/Finding ever been issued for/on the site?
NO DONT KNOW 2� YES IF YES, date issued:
IF YES: Was the permit recorded at the Registry of Deeds?
NO DONT KNOW YES
IF YES: enter Book Page and/or Document#
9.Does the site contain a brook, body of water or wetlands? NO DONT KNOW YES
IF YES, has a permit been or need to be obtained from the Conservation Commission?
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Needs to be obtained Obtained date issued:
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APPLICANT/CONTACT PERSON Wright Builders
ADDRESS/PHONE 48 Bates St (413)586-8287
PROPERTY LOCATION 49 WEST PARSONS LANE
MAP 35 PARCEL 264 001 ZONE SR
THIS SECTION FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY:
PERMIT APPLICATION CHECKLIST
ENCLOSED REQUIRED DATE
ZONING FORM F LED OUT
Fee Pai
Building Permit Filled out
Fee Paid
Typeof Construction: ZPA-DET ACCESSORY UNIT 32 X 26 W/ 10 X 14 DECK
New Construction
Non Structural interior renovations
Addition to Existing
Accessory Structure
Building Plans Included:
Owner/Statement or License
3 sets of Plans/Plot Plan
THE FOLLOWING ACTION BEEN TAKEN ON THIS APPLICATION BASED ON
INFORMATION PRESE D:
Approved dditional permits required(see below)
PLANNING BOARD PERMIT REQUIRED UNDER: §
Intermediate Project: Site Plan AND/OR Special Permit with Site Plan
Major Project: Site Plan AND/OR Special Permit wi�th�Site"Phan
ZONING BOARD PERMIT REQUIRED UNDER: § ID,/ ']�
Finding Special Permit L"�- Variance*
Received&Recorded at Registry of Deeds Proof Enclosed
ther Permits Required:
Curb Cut from DPW Water Availability Sewer Availability
Septic Approval Board of Health Well Water Potability Board of Health
Permit from Conservation Commission Permit from CB Architecture Committee
Permit from Elm Street C r9ssion
Signature of Building Official Date
Note: Issuance of a Zoning permit does not relieve a applicant's burden to comply with all zoning
requirements and obtain all required permits from Board of Health,Conservation Commission,Department
of public works and other applicable permit granting authorities.
*Variances are granted only to those applicants who meet the strict standards of IvIGL 40A.Contact the Office of
Planning&Development for more information.