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Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act M.G.L. c. 131, §40
D. Appeals
The applicant, owner, any person aggrieved by this Determination, any owner of land abutting the land
upon which the proposed work is to be done, or any ten residents of the city or town in which such land is
located, are hereby notified of their right to request the appropriate Department of Environmental
Protection Regional Office(see httD://www.mass.g ov/deD/about/reaion.findvour.htm)to issue a
Superseding Determination of Applicability.The request must be made by certified mail or hand delivery
to the Department,with the appropriate filing fee and Fee Transmittal Form (see Request for
Departmental Action Fee Transmittal Form)as provided in 310 CMR 10.03(7)within ten business days
from the date of issuance of this Determination.A copy of the request shall at the same time be sent by
certified mail or hand delivery to the Conservation Commission and to the applicant If he/she is not the
appellant. The request shall state clearly and concisely the objections to the Determination which Is being
appealed.To the extent that the Determination Is based on a municipal ordinance or bylaw and not on the
Massachusetts Wetlands.Protection Actor regulations, the Department of Environmental Protection has
no appellate jurisdiction.
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Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act M.G.L. c. 131, §40
B. Determination (cont.)
❑ 5.The area described in the Request is subject to protection under the Act. Since the work
described therein meets the requirements for the following exemption, as specified In the Act and
the regulations, no Notice of Intent Is required:
Exempt Activity(site applicable statuatory/regulatory provisions)
6.The area and/or work described In the Request Is not subject to review and approval by:
Name of MuidcWO
Purs nt to a municipal wetlands ordinance or bylaw.
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Name Ordinance or Bylaw citation
C. Authorization
This Determination is issued to the applicant and delivered as follows:
❑ by hand delivery on 0 by certified mail, return receipt requested on
I)-o fambeh Q1Q, ao l l
Date Date
This Determination is valid for three years from the date of issuance(except Determinations for
Vegetation Management Plans which are valid for the duration of the Plan).This Determination does not
relieve the applicant from complying with all other applicable federal, state,or local statutes, ordinances,
bylaws,or regulations.
This Determination must be signed by a majority of the Conservation Commission. A copy must be sent to
the appropriate DEP Regional Office(see htto•//www.mass.gov/deD/abouttmglon.findvour.htm)and the
property owner(if different from the applicant).
Signatur s:
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Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act M.G.L. c. 131, §40
B. Determination (cont.)
❑ 6. The following area and/or work, if any, is subject to a municipal ordinance or bylaw but not
subject to the Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act:
❑ 7. If a Notice of Intent is filed for the work In the Riverfront Area described on referenced plan(s)
and document(s),which Includes all or part of the work described In the Request,the applicant
must consider the following alternatives. (Refer to the wetland regulations at 10.58(4)c.for more
information about the scope of alternatives requirements):
Alternatives limited to the lot on which the project is located.
❑ Alternatives limited to the lot on which the project is located, the subdivided iota, and any
adjacent lots formerly or presently owned by the same owner.
❑ Altematives limited to the original parcel on which the project Is located,the subdivided
parcels, any adjacent parcels, and any other land which can reasonably be obtained within
the municipality.
❑ Aftematives extend to any sites which can reasonably be obtained within the appropriate
region of the state.
Negative Determination
Note: No further action under the Wetlands Protection Act is required by the applicant. However, if the
Department is requested to Issue a Superseding Determination of Applicability,work may not proceed
on this project unless the Department fails to act on such request within 35 days of the date the
request is post-marked for certified mail or hand delivered to the Department.Work may then proceed
at the owner's risk only upon notice to the Department and to the Conservation Commission.
Requirements for requests for Superseding Determinations are listed at the end of this document.
® 1.The area described in the Request Is not an area subject to protection under the Act or the
Buffer Zone.
❑ 2.The work described In the Request Is within an area subject to protection under the Act, but will
not remove,fill, dredge, or after that area. Therefore, said work does not require the filing of a
Notice of intent.
❑ 3.The work described in the Request is within the Buffer Zone, as defined In the regulations, but
will not alter an Area subject to protection under the Act. Therefore, said work does not require
the filing of a Notice of Intent, subject to the following conditions(If any).
❑ 4.The work described In the Request Is not within an Area subject to protection under the Act
-(Including-the Buffer Zone).Therefore, said work-does-.not require.the filing.of a-Notice-of Intent,- ---- -
unless and until said work alters an Area subject to protection under the Act.
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B. Determination (cont.)
The following Determinations)is/are applicable to the proposed site and/or project relative to the Wetlands
Protection Act and regulations:
Positive Determination
Note: No work within the jurisdiction of the Wetlands Protection Act may proceed until a final Order of
Conditions(issued following submittal of a Notice of Intent or Abbreviated Notice of intent)or Order of
Resource Area Delineation(issued following submittal of Simplified Review ANRAD)has been received
from the Issuing authority(i.e., Conservation Commission or the Department of Environmental Protection).
❑ 1. The area described on the referenced plan(s)Is an area subject to protection under the Act.
Removing,filing,dredging,or altering of the area requires the filing of a Notice of Intent.
0 2a.The boundary delineations of the following resource areas described on the referenced plan(s)are
confirmed as accurate.Therefore,the resource area boundaries confirmed In this Determination are
binding as to all decisions rendered pursuant to the Wetlands Protection Act and its regulations regarding
such boundaries for as long as this Determination Is valid.
❑ 2b.The boundaries of resource areas listed below are not confirmed by this Determination,
regardless of whether such boundaries are contained on the plans attached to this Determination or
to the Request for Determination.
❑ 3.The work described on referenced plan(s)and document(s)is within an area subject to
protection under the Act and will remove, fill, dredge, or after that area.Therefore, said work
requires the filing of a Notice of intent.
❑ 4.The work described on referenced plan(s)and document(s)Is within the Buffer Zone and will
alter an Area subject to protection under the Act. Therefore, said work requires the filing of a
Notice of Intent or ANRAD Simplified Review(if wont Is Amited to the Buffer Zone).
❑ 5.The area and/or work described on referenced plan(s)and document(s) Is subject to review
and approval by:
Name of Municipality
Pursuant to the following municipal wetland ordinance or bylaw.
Name Ordinance or Bylaw Citation
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A. General Information
Important
When filling out From:
forms on the Northampton
computer,use con:mrvation Commission
only the tab
key to move To: Applicant Property Owner(if different from applicant):
your cursor-
000000000 Soldier On US Veterans Administration
000000000 Name Name
412 North Main Street, Building 6 412 North Main Street, Building 6
Mailing Address Mailing Address
Leeds MA 01053 Leeds MA 01053
Ckydrown- State Zip code cityrrown State Zip Code
1. Title and Date(or Revised Date If applicable)of Final Plans and Other Documents:
Site Plan to Accompany RDA 11/9/11
Tale Date
Title Date
Title Date
2. Date Request Filed:
November 10,2011
B. Determination
Pursuant to the authority of M.G.L. c. 131,§40,the Conservation Commission considered your
Request for Determination of Applicability,with its supporting documentation, and made the following
Deterntuition.
Project Description (if applicable):
No work proposed at this time,determination sought whether the'subject area'shown on the plan Is
subject to.the WPA.
Project Location:
- -Norttr Main-Street - - - - _. :_ Northampton- -
Street Address Cltyrrown
11 001
Assessors Map/Plat Number Parcel/Lot Number
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December 21,2011
Jack Downing
Soldier On
412 North Main Street,Building 6
Leeds,MA 01053
RE:Determination of Applicability,Soldier On
Dear Mr.Downing:
Enclosed please find the original signed version of the above-referenced document for your files.
This Determination confirms that the subject area shown on project plans is not within an area subject to
protection under the Wetlands Protection Act or Northampton Wetlands Ordinance
This determination is valid for three years.
Please feel free to contact me with any questions or concerns.
Thank you,
Sarah LaValley
Conservation,Preservation and Land Use Planner
Cc via email: Robert Fournier,SR Design Group
MassDEP WERO
City Hall•210 Main Street,Room 11 •Northampton,MA 01060•www.NorthamptonMa.gov•Fax 413-W-12.64.
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r� DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS
VA Central Western Massachusetts Healthcare System '
421 North Main Street
Leeds,MA 01053
1400-993-1522(Toll Free In New England)
413-5844040(Commercial)
September 27,2012 In haply Refer-ro: 631/00
Mr. Edward Huntley
Director of Public Works
Northampton Department of Public Works ✓j
125 Locust Street j+f�
Northampton MA 01060
DeaT MT.Huntley
As requested I have prepared this letter to explain the need for a secondary water meter at the VA campus
located on North Main Street in Leeds,Massachusetts.
Soldier On. Inc. has been awarded a grant from the VA along with a land lease to develop veteran housing on
the campus.The development requires utilities including water for domestic and fire protection purposes.
The local VA is supportive of the development yet cannot directly supply utilities including water to a
property leased by a non-governmental agency. Since Soldier On is a nonprofit private entity we are unable
to accommodate the project notwithstanding the fact that it makes economic sense to do so.
In an effort to support this important development we have offered to allow a connection to the water supply
with the condition that it is metered separately by the City of Northampton which avoids violaiion.of our
policy. if a separate meter is not approved by the City of Northampton the project will incur substantial
additional costs to bring water to the site including the cost to pump the water up grade.
We trust this explanation provides you the information you require to allow the installation of a secondary
water meter.
Should you have any questions or for coordination of this please contact James McPherson at 413-582-3014.
Sincerely
oger Johnson, Director
Fitchburg CBOC Springfield CBOC Pittsfield CBOC Worcester CBOC Greenfield CBOC
Burbank Hospital. 25.Bond Street 73 Eagle Street; 605 Lincoln Street Greenfield Corp.Center
275 Nichols Road Springfield, MA Pittsfield;MA'01201 Worcester,MA 01605 143 Musson Streit
Fitchburg.MA 01420 01104 Greenfield.MA 01301
A MEMBER OF THE VA NEW ENGLAND HEALTHCARE SYSTEM
www.centralwesternmass.va. ov
HydroCAD model should be reconfigured so that pre and post models are consistent.
4. Additional rip-rap, level spreaders,and other measures may be necessary below the outlet
pipes from the detention basins and on the hillside to control erosion and spread out
drainage flows.
5. The Operations and Maintenance Plan(Attachment 6 to the Stormwater Report)should
be finalized and implemented. The DPW requests that copies of annual or other
inspections to the stormwater system be submitted to the DPW to confirm the proper
functioning of the stormwater system in good working order.
6. Snow should not be plowed into the detention basins or in any way impede function or
capacities of the stormwater system.
7. Plan Sheet L8 includes Utility Note#1: "The Locations of Proposed Utilities shown on
this plan are not intended for construction purposes. They are subject to minor changes
upon final test pits and review by veteran's affairs medical center site engineer."The
DPW requests that construction plans and information (including additional test pit logs)
be submitted to the DPW for review prior to the start of.
The DPW supports the development of the Gordon Mansfield Veterans Village and is confident
that the applicant and VA Medical Center can work with Northampton DPW to design and
construct a project that safely manages the impact of stormwater in this area of the City. Please
contact Doug McDonald at the DPW (413-587-1582 or dmcdonald d.-northamptonma. ,"ov) with
any questions.
Sincerely,
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J es R. la, P.E.
ty Engineer
cc.Northampton Zoning Board of Appeals
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North Main Street,collects additional drainage from a portion of North Main Street and
discharges onto the property of Look Park. Neither of these systems has adequate
capacity for the area that drain to them. While the Drainage Report shows that there will
be no increase in the post-construction peak drainage flows to the municipal drainage
system, the DPW has concerns that the design of the proposed drainage system including
bypass pipes, water quality swale, infiltration systems, and detention basins may not
function according to design due to adverse subsurface conditions(see below)and will
serve to concentrate flows to the existing drainage systems in North Main Street which
have been shown to be too small. Upgrades to the drainage systems in North Main Street
are necessary to safely convey the drainage flows from the proposed project across North
Main Street to the nearby brook. The DPW recommends that SK Design and/or the VA
work with the City of Northampton to find a solution to this problem.
2. The information in Attachment 3 of the Stormwater Report, Soil Test Pit Logs and Plan,
indicates a consistent underlying"Very Hard/Firm"or"Ledge?" at the bottom of each
test pit(4 to 6 feet below the surface). Based on the information provided in Attachment
3,the DPW has identified the following questions or problems in the plans:
a. The proposed infiltration systems located near the Cooperative Housing Buildings
may not infiltrate due to the bottom of these systems designed at or below the
elevation of the hard/ledge layer identified in Test Pits 2,3,7,8 and 9. The
Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection guidance requires
infiltration systems to be designed with a separation of 2 to 4 feet between the
bottom of the infiltration system and the elevation of groundwater or a restrictive
layer such as ledge. The DPW recommends that additional test pits be completed
to confirm the material identified as"Very Hard/Firm"and"Ledge?" in the test
pits and if necessary revise the plans to locate and design the infiltration systems
with adequate separation(at least 2 feet) between the bottom of the structure and a
restrictive layer or ledge.
b. The proposed forebay and detention basin for the Cooperative Housing has been
designed with the bottom of the forebay within one foot of a hard/ledge layer and
the bottom of the detention basin at the elevation of this hard/ledge layer. No test
pit was completed at the location of the detention basin so using the information
from test pit#11 indicates the bottom of the basin is at the hard/ledge layer.
Additional test pit(s)at the location of the detention basin should be completed
and the design of the basin revised as necessary.
3. The HydroCAD Calculations in Attachment 1 of the Stormwater Report have shown peak
flows to be reduced for post-construction conditions for all design storms. However,the
DPW has questions regarding the consistency of the configuration of the HydroCAD
model for post-construction as compared to pre-construction conditions. The post-
construction drainage model includes two"Undisturbed Woods" reaches to demonstrate
flow through these areas, whereas the pre-construction drainage model does not include
"Undisturbed Woods"configuration. The"Undisturbed Woods"reaches reduce the post
construction peak flows up to 4 cfs for certain design storms. The result is therefore not
consistent between pre-construction and post-construction models which overestimates
pre-construction peak flows and underestimates post-construction peak flows. The
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CITY OF NORTHAMPTON,MASSACHUSETTS
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
125 Locust Street
• h Northampton, MA 01060
413-587-1570
Fax 413-587-1576
Edward S. Huntley, P.E.
Director
December 13, 2012
Mr. Robert G. Fournier
SK Design Group, Inc.
2 Federico Drive
Pittsfield, MA 01201
Re. Review of the Proposed Stormwater Management System for the Gordon H.Mansfield
Veterans Village Project
Dear Mr. Fournier,
The Northampton Department of Public Works(DPW)is in receipt of Site Plans(dated October
2012 by SK Design Group), Stormwater Report (dated October 2012 by SK Design Group), and
application for a Stormwater Management Permit for the proposed Gordon Mansfield Veterans
Village. Since the project is applying for a Comprehensive Permit, a Stormwater Management
Permit is not required for the project. We have returned(included here)the check submitted for
the stormwater permit application.
While a stormwater permit is not required, the DPW has concerns that the proposed project may
result in the worsening of an existing drainage capacity problem in North Main Street. The DPW
has the following comments regarding the proposed Stormwater Management System:
1. The municipal drainage system in North Main Street southeast of the main driveway to
the Veterans Affairs Medical Center(VA)currently has insufficient capacity for existing
areas that drain to it, including a section of North Main Street and a portion of the VA
property. Based on historic observations by the DPW, the municipal drainage system in
North Main Street routinely fails to drain fast enough and a large flooded area impacts
North Main Street during higher intensity storm events. The Stormwater Report
submitted to the DPW for the proposed project includes an analysis of the pre-
development and post development peak flows to two drainage design points: a drain
manhole located on VA property(3L)near the main VA entrance on North Main Street
and a Catch Basin(IOL) located along the edge of North Main Street on City property.
These two structures represent the discharge of the site's drainage to the municipal
drainage system in North Main Street. The drain manhole(3L)collects drainage from 5.3
acres of VA property and discharges through a catch basin in North Main Street to a 12
inch drain line that collects additional drainage from the VA and North Main Street and
discharges to a brook on the south side of North Main Street. The catch basin(I OL)
collects drainage from 13.2 acres of VA property, flows to a 10 inch clay pipe across
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Comprehensive Permit, a Stormwater Management Permit will not be issued for the
project. However, the DPW has concerns that the proposed project, if not designed,
constructed, or maintained correctly, may result in the worsening of an existing drainage
capacity problem in North Main Street due to an inadequately sized municipal drainage
system and questions about the design and functionality of the proposed drainage system
concentrating drainage flows on the hillside and the indication in soil test pits of a
restrictive layer of soil or ledge. A separate letter has been provided to the applicant
detailing these concerns.
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MEMORANDUM
TO: David Bloomberg, Chair, Zoning B"ousingProjiect
FR: James R. Laurila, P.E., City Engineer
FR: David K. Veleta, P.E., Senior Civil E
DA: December 11, 2012
RE: File: 421 North Main Street—Veternit)—Comprehensive
Permi t(40B)
Map ID: 11-001
CC: file
The Department of Public Works has reviewed the above referenced application for the following items:
Traffic: Utilities:
x Volume & Impact on City Street x Drainage Into City Stormwater System
x Roadway Capacity x Capacity of Stormwater Line
x Adequacy of City Road Construction x Sanitary Sewer
x Site Distances x Water
x Parking x Other:
x Driveway Openings
The Department of Public Works has the following comments:
No Concerns, project will not have an impact on any items reviewed
Traffic Study is required
Roadway does not have adequate capacity to handle the additional traffic
Roadway is not adequately constructed to handle proposed increase in traffic
Site Distances are not adequate for proposed project
Parking spaces do not meet minimum requirements
Parking spaces are too close to driveway opening
Driveway openings are not adequate for proposed use
City stormwater system is not adequate to handle increase in drainage
Stormwater system does not meet minimum requirements for reduction of Total
Suspended Solids (TSS)
Sanitary Sewer line is not adequately sized for proposed use
Sewer line connection is not properly shown
Water line is not adequately sized for proposed use
Water line connection is not properly shown
_}X Other Comments:
• The Northampton Department of Public Works (DPW)has reviewed Site Plans, Drainage
Report, and application for a Northampton Stormwater Management Permit for the
proposed Gordon Mansfield Veterans Village. Since the project is applying for a
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Zoning Board of Appeals-Decision City of Northampton
Hearing No.: ZBA-2013-0011 Date: December 19,2012
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1,Caro"Mhwk as agent to the zoning Dowd of Appeals,aw*that this is a true and accurate dadskn made by the tonbg Dowd and
cwW that a copy of this and M plans have been Ned with the board and the City Clerk on the date above.
I tartly that a copy of We decWw has been marled to the owner and Appbc rat
NOTICE OFAPPML
An upped Aram On dedsion of the Zoning board maybe made by any parson aggrieved and pursuant to MGC Chapt dew section 17 as
Mandell;wA7nin(20)days~the date of the MW9 of this dadslon wkh the City Ch& The date of Ming is listed above. Such appear
PM be made to the Hampahbe Superior Covet wMh a cw~copy of the apped sent to the City Clark of Northampton. Alternadv*
appaak pwmm#to MUL 409 section 22 can be made w*W 20 days.
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11.Snow shah not be plowed to On detention ponds.
11 Annual stormwater maintenance reports shalt be sent to Department of Pubpa Works upon
ocmpNton b ensue that the system continues to work as designed
FWDBedha:
The Zoning Board of Appeals granted the request for a Comprehensive Permit to create 00 units of offordabh housing fbr veterans by
Soldier On Development lonc on propwty located within the growWs of to US Morena A WWWrodon Hospital to be based Aram the VA.
The permit was granted In conyNRm»with M.G.L Chapter 4W Section 20.23 based on the fafbwhg pans and kNbrmaton submitted
with!he a k#ftn:
1. Plans to Accompany PwmftAppMeadons for SoWw On Dev&%pm@#K by SK Design Gros%Ma Dated October 9012,Shesa Lf-1.10
(sheet L12 revised Nov 3%2012,x.
2.Proposed auk"swomons By Elton and Hampton Arah teca,Sheets A4 and 0,A-16,All,A20
J. Landscape Plans Planting Sheet L41,Octet 26,2011
4. Pedestrian Map
S.Evidence of Site Approval S EMONARY Letter.
S..Evidence of 310 Control with 76 Yaw Was. -- -—T. PreMmMery Omwkhgs.
a Bullding TWMdWOm.
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10..Stornwete►Report by SK Design Group d clad October 2011
if. Requested EnamWons and WdMrs from Navtnempton Zoning 001110801602.
The Board granted the axonyWons and waivers as part of the comprehensive Permit to emote a total of 00 affordable housing whits M a
cluster arrangement with tin AoNbwkg welvers a 1
1.Welved-pt of perrunerhtiy pmotecaddeed mstrkod open spas to comply with cluster regulations not possible since Soldier
on has a ground base Aram VA. Open spas Is present,but cannot be deed restrloted
2. Welveed.construction,materials only in the phoss where eurblng is not provided so that sheet Now can cow.
3. waived-Fnonoge rso*wnent to meet the standards in Chester. Providing l5W not 376'
4.Waived.Signage to allow two ground signs one at seek driveway entrance off the main VA road
& Wahnd•Putt compliance with Ughting standards to Blow up to 1.4 loot-candbs per Nxtun under the canopy and at buNding w Mes Rs
shown on the revised lighting plans.
The Findings of the Zoning Board of Appeals were based on pubic comments,recommendsNons from der Nordrampon Phnnkg Board
and Northampton Department of Pubic Worlds. The Zoning Board of Appeals determined:
A.The requested use McJwdes provlsiah for#heel Now sufaee water drainage,-sound and sW bullhrs and preservation of views,Ng)K
and sir Swam water dnahage wet bhpRwe water queft and gwnOW Nowing of aita
a The requested use win promNe tiu conveniahw and saAty of vehkubr and pedesMan movement with the site and on aa/aoent
strsets,minimise trsMe kmpooa on the street Red roads M the area. Consideration of Noe bastion W driveway openkps in mAftn to
traft and socoW streets,scam by eanergency vehkhs,the arangemeW of parking and lm ft#paces,and provisions forpsmons
wa h&UbUdu has been made. The p*d krakndes pedestran connections to tin VA W&wa k system which haft to doe planned perk
and ride kK and to the signal an Route I which WIN have a pedestrian wo hg to the Nadthampton mN trap: Van sovics by Sorter On Is
availabh.
rave The requested use wX promote a harmonious matronship of stractama and open spaces to Nee natural h xlec*4 mdsthp buNdbgs
and other cammunIW asset In the ass.The structures are 1000ted Ins,wooded amt that knot visible from abuKhg pereeft.
D.The mquested use Witt not overload;and wNf m ftste adverse i mpsets tent,the Chyle roources Mehreting the Misted on Noe Cite,*water
supply Red c ation system,xwW@#y Red storm sewage poNeotion and treatment systems,Nm proteotiea;,a&"&and sohooh.
Stanawater off be Mm*"on alma.The splrNeant Witt Incorporate measures to ana mate flows Aram the exisftrg VA system Nnaugh
rerouting of the storm ekah tines.
F The requested use beers a po&Wft mhdonshlp to the pubft cawenance or weNas. The use wet not wnch*hapalr the krog W of
character of the district or aokft sons%nor be CFO& memhhrl to the haaNh,morals,or general welfRrw The use SW be kv harmony with
the genami purpon and bNaht ed the ordinance. Gloater wnia ere RJlowe/lo this dlstrid Red N►e pnoxlm y to medtwf servloes exeates
an*»portent synergy between the proposal units smd tin VA.
F.The requested use wttt promos Clfy pannbg 044c W"te the exam pwsibb and win not adversely►aIftat those&%%moves,of
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Hearin No.: ZBA-20134*11 Date:December 19,2012
APRIGITl�r SLIMMOSION DATE
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6. Snow should not be plowed in to the detention basins or in any way impeded function capacity of
the stormwater system.
Snow cannot physically be plowed directly into the basin for phase#1 due to its
location. Snow will not impede the function of the stormwater systems.
7. Plan sheet L8 includes Utility Note#1: "The Locations of Proposed Utilities shown on this plan are
not intended for construction purposes. They are subject to minor changes upon final test pits and
review by veteran's affairs medical center site engineer. The DPW requests that construction
plans and information (including additional test pit logs) be submitted to the DPW for review prior
to the start of construction.
As mentioned, enclosed please find a full set of Construction Drawings for the site
work portion of the development.
On a related matter, we have also enclosed a draft copy of the Stormwater Pollution
Prevention Plan (SWPPP) that we prepared for the project. Once a contractor is selected, we
will finalize the Plan and file it with EPA. We welcome any comments you may have on the Plan.
We trust this information is satisfactory in addressing your concerns. If you have any
questions please feel free to contact us.
Sincerely,
SK DESIGN GROUP, INC.
Robert G. Fournier
Attachments:
1. Drainage Calculations&Sketch Plan(for existing culverts)
2. Final Operation&Maintenance Plan
3. Draft Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan
4. Construction Drawings(Dwgs. C-1-C19,dated 2/15/13)
Cc: James McPherson, VAMC
Northampton ZBA (letter only)
Soldier On Development Co. (letter only)
Elton/ Hampton Architects (letter only)
Antonio Dos Santos, Esq., Crear, Chadwell & Dos Santos, PC (letter only)
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Mr. James Laurila, DPW
February 20, 2013
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3. The HydroCAD Calculations in Attachment 1 of the Stormwater Report have shown peak flows to
be reduced for post-construction conditions for all design storms. However, the DPW has
questions regarding the consistency of the configuration of the HydroCAD model for post-
construction as compared to pre-construction conditions. The post-construction drainage model
includes two "Undisturbed Woods" reaches to demonstrate flow through these areas, whereas
the pre-construction drainage model does not include "Undisturbed Woods" configuration. The
"Undisturbed Woods" reaches reduce the post-construction peak flows up to 4 cfs for certain
design storms. The result is therefore not consistent between pre-construction and post-
construction models which overestimated pre-construction peak flows and underestimates post-
construction peak flows. The HydroCAD model should be reconfigured so that pre and pose
models are consistent.
The model has been modified to more accurately represent the existing
undisturbed land conditions in the field that are directly downstream of each of
the basins. The updated peak flow comparisons can be seen below:
Comparison of Peak Flows(Pre-DevelopmenUPost Development)
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4. Additional rip-rap, level spreaders, and other measures may be necessary below the outlet pipes
from the detention basins and on the hillside to control erosion and spread out drainage flows.
We have added a "level spreader" at the outlet (see drawing #C5). We have also
increased the size of the rip rap spillway at the detention basin. Note that the
discharges from the two by-pass drains include energy dissipaters. A detail of
these may be found on drawing #C16.
These additional erosion features are included in the updated HydroCAD
calculations, a copy of which is attached hereto.
5. The Operation and Maintenance Plan (Attachment 6 to the Stormwater Report) should be
finalized and implemented. The DPW requests that copies of the annual or other inspections to
the stormwater system be submitted to the DPW to confirm the proper functioning of the
stormwater system in good working order.
We have finalized the Operations and Maintenance Plan to reflect the updated
design (see attached). The Plan is now a stand-alone document and has been
forwarded to Soldier On.
SK Design Group, Inc.
Mr. James Laurila, DPW
February 20, 2013
Page 2 of 4
properly. Notwithstanding, we have now eliminated the proposed rooftop
infiltration systems. This in turn has caused a slight increase in the size of the
detention basin. With respect to the basin itself, we have raised the bottom of the
basin approximately 2-feet above its original design elevation. It will now be
situated 2-3 feet above the ledge. While natural unimpeded infiltration into the
soils is beneficial, the lack of infiltration does not affect the ability of the drainage
components to function properly.
With respect to pre-existing sub-standard drainage, please note that the
proponent is not in a position financially or legally to perform upgrades to any
drainage pipes beyond the project limits (lease area). However, using HydroCAD,
we have calculated what the required pipe sizes should be for the two sections of
receiving drainage as noted in your letter (see attached calculations and sketch
plans). The pipe located at the manhole (on VA property) should be upgraded
from 12" to 18". The other pipe, located at the catchbasin (within the ROW),
should be upgraded from 12" to 24". We have forwarded this information to the
VA's Facilities Engineer for his consideration as part of their long-range
infrastructure improvements by the VAMC.
2. The information in Attachment 3 of the Stormwater Report Soil Test Pit Logs and Plan, indicated
a consistent underlying "Very Hard/Firm"or "Ledge?" at the bottom of each test pit (4 to 6 feet
below the surface). Based on the information provided in Attachment 3, the DPW has identified
the following questions or problems in the plans:
a. The proposed infiltration systems located near the Cooperative Housing Buildings may
not infiltrate due to the bottom of these systems designed at or below the elevation of the
hardAedge layer identified in Test Pits 2,3,7,8, and 9. the Massachusetts Department of
Environmental Protection guidance requires infiltration systems to be designed with a
separation of 2 to 4 feet between the bottom of the infiltration system and the elevation of
groundwater or a restrictive layer such as ledge. The DPW recommend that additional
test pits be completed to confirm the material identified as "Very HarcWirm"and "Ledge?"
in the test pits and if necessary revise the plans to locate and design the infiltration
systems with adequate separation (at least 2 feet) between the bottom of the structure
and a restrictive layer or ledge.
Please refer to our response above. Additional test pits will not be
necessary.
b. The proposed forebay and detention basin for the Cooperative Housing has been
designed with the bottom of the forebay within one foot of a hardAedge layer and the
bottom of the detention basin at the elevation of this hardAedge layer. No test pit was
completed at this location of the detention basin so using the information from test pit#11
indicated the bottom o the4 basin is at the hardAedge layer. Additional test pit(s) at the
location of the detention basin should be completed and the design of the basin revised
as necessary.
Please refer to our response above. Additional test pits will not be
necessary.
SK Design Group, Inc.
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CIVIL ENGINEERS • SURVEYORS CONSULTANTS REPORTS SURNEy
February 25, 2013
Mr. James Laurila, City Engineer
Northampton D.P.W.
125 Locust Street
Northampton, MA 01060
Re: Gordon H. Mansfield
Veteran's Village Project
Dear Mr. Laurila;
On behalf of the Proponent, Soldier On, we are following up on your concerns regarding
drainage issues for the above-named project. Those concerns were outlined in your letter dated
December 13, 2012 and are reiterated below. At this time we have prepared a detailed set of
Construction Drawings that we believe addresses your concerns (see attached). The drawings
are for Phase 1 only, which is the larger portion of the project (slated for a Spring construction
start). We have also prepared new HydroCAD calculations. Our responses to each of your
concerns are outlined in bold.
1. The municipal drainage system in North Main Street southeast of the main driveway to the
Veterans Affairs Medical Center (VA) currently has insufficient capacity for existing areas that
drain to it, including a section of North Main Street and a portion of the VA property. Based on
historic observations by the DPW, the municipal drainage system in North Main Street routinely
fails to drain fast enough and a large flooded area impacts North Main Street during higher
intensity storm events. The Stormwater Report submitted to the DPW for the propose project
includes an analysis of the predevelopment and post development peak flows to the tow drainage
design points: a drain manhole located on VA property (3L) near the main VA entrance on North
Main Street and a Catch Basin (10L) located along the edge of North Main Street on City
property. These two structures represent the discharge of the site's drainage to the municipal
drainage system in North Main Street. The drain manhole (3L) collects drainage from 5.3 acres of
VA property and discharges through a catch basin in North Main Street to a 12 inch drain line that
collects additional drainage from the VA and North Main Street and discharges to a brook on the
south side of North Main Street. The catch basin (10L) collects drainage from 13.2 acres of the
VA property, flows to a 10 inch clay pipe across North Main Street, Collects additional drainage
from a portion of the North Main Street and discharges onto the property of Look Park. Neither of
these systems has adequate capacity for the area that drain to them. While the Drainage Report
shows that there will be no increase in the post-construction peak drainage flows to the municipal
drainage system, the DPW has concerns that the design of the proposed drainage system
including bypass pipes, water quality swale, infiltration systems, and detention basins may not
function according to design due to adverse subsurface conditions (see below) and will serve to
concentrate flows to the existing drainage systems in North Main Street which have been shown
to be too small. Upgrades to the drainage systems in North Main Street are necessary to safely
convey the drainage flows from the proposed project across North Main Street to the nearby
brook The DPW recommends that SK Design and/or the VA work with the City of Northampton to
find a solution to this problem.
A majority of the project site is underlain by ledge. However, the ledge is located
at a depth of at least 4 or 5 feet throughout(based on our field observations). This
depth is sufficient, in our opinion, for the entire drainage system to function
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HydroCAD model should be reconfigured so that pre and post models are consistent.
4. Additional rip-rap, level spreaders, and other measures may be necessary below the outlet
pipes from the detention basins and on the hillside to control erosion and spread out
drainage flows.
5. The Operations and Maintenance Plan(Attachment 6 to the Stormwater Report)should
be finalized and implemented. The DPW requests that copies of annual or other
inspections to the stormwater system be submitted to the DPW to confirm the proper
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6. Snow should not be plowed into the detention basins or in any way impede function or
capacities of the stormwater system.
7. Plan Sheet L8 includes Utility Note#1: "The Locations of Proposed Utilities shown on
this plan are not intended for construction purposes. They are subject to minor changes
upon final test pits and review by veteran's affairs medical center site engineer."The
DPW requests that construction plans and information (including additional test pit logs)
be submitted to the DPW for review prior to the start of.
The DPW supports the development of the Gordon Mansfield Veterans Village and is confident
that the applicant and VA Medical Center can work with Northampton DPW to design and
construct a project that safely manages the impact of stormwater in this area of the City. Please
contact Doug McDonald at the DPW (413-587-1582 or dmcdonald cnorthamptonma.�ov)with
any questions.
Sincerely,
Japnes R. ila, P.E.
G ty Engineer
cc.Northampton Zoning Board of Appeals
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North Main Street,collects additional drainage from a portion of North Main Street and
discharges onto the property of Look Park. Neither of these systems has adequate
capacity for the area that drain to them. While the Drainage Report shows that there will
be no increase in the post-construction peak drainage flows to the municipal drainage
system, the DPW has concerns that the design of the proposed drainage system including
bypass pipes, water quality swale, infiltration systems, and detention basins may not
function according to design due to adverse subsurface conditions (see below)and will
serve to concentrate flows to the existing drainage systems in North Main Street which
have been shown to be too small. Upgrades to the drainage systems in North Main Street
aye irccessary.o sa;Lly convcy the druirugc flotiys from the proposed project across North
Main Street to the nearby brook. The DPW recommends that SK Design and/or the VA
work with the City of Northampton to find a solution to this problem.
2. The information in Attachment 3 of the Stormwater Report, Soil Test Pit bogs and Plan,
indicates a consistent underlying"Very Hard/Firm' or"Ledge?" at the bottom of each
test pit(4 to 6 feet below the surface). Based on the information provided in Attachment
3, the DPW has identified the following questions or problems in the plans:
a. The proposed infiltration systems located near the Cooperative Housing Buildings
may not infiltrate due to the bottom of these systems designed at or below the
elevation of the hard/ledge layer identified in Test Pits 2,3,7,8 and 9. The
Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection guidance requires
infiltration systems to be designed with a separation of 2 to 4 feet between the
bottom of the infiltration system and the elevation of groundwater or a restrictive
layer such as ledge. The DPW recommends that additional test pits be completed
to confirm the material identified as"Very Hard/Finn" and"Ledge?" in the test
pits and if necessary revise the plans to locate and design the infiltration systems
with adequate separation(at least 2 feet)between the bottom of the structure and a
restrictive layer or ledge.
b. The proposed forebay and detention basin for the Cooperative Housing has been
designed with the bottom of the forebay within one foot of a hardlledge layer and
the bottom of the detention basin at the elevation of this hard/ledge layer. No test
pit was completed at the location of the detention basin so using the information
from test pit 411 indicates the bottom of the basin is at the hard/ledge layer.
Additional test pit(s) at the location of the detention basin should be completed
and the design of the basin revised as necessary.
3. The IlydroCAD Calculations in Attachment l of the Stormwater Report have shown peak
flows to be reduced for post-construction conditions for all design storms. however,the
DPW has questions regarding the consistency of the configuration of the HydroCAD
model for post-construction as compared to pre-construction conditions. The post-
construction drainage model includes two "Undisturbed Woods"reaches to demonstrate
flow through these areas, whereas the pre-construction drainage model does not include
"Undisturbed Woods"configuration. The "Undisturbed Woods"reaches reduce the post
construction peak flows up to 4 cfs for certain design storms. The result is therefore not
consistent between pre-construction and post-construction models which overestimates
pre-construction peak (lows and underestimates post-construction peak flows. The
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CITY OF NORTHAMPTON, MASSACHUSETTS
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
' 125 Locust Street
Northampton, MA 01060
413-587-1570
Fax 413-587-1576
Edward S. Huntley, P.E.
Director
December 13, 2012
Mr. Robert G. Fournier
SK Design Group, Inc.
2 Federico Drive
Pittsfield. MA 01201
Re.Review of the Proposed Stormwater Management System for the Gordon H. Mansfield
Veterans Village Project
Dear Mr. Fournier.
The Northampton Department of Public Works (DPW)is in receipt of Site Plans(dated October
2012 by SK Design Group), Stormwater Report (dated October 2012 by SK Design Group), and
application for a Stormwater Management Permit for the proposed Gordon Mansfield Veterans
Village. Since the project is applying for a Comprehensive Permit, a Stormwater Management
Permit is not required for the project. We have returned(included here)the check submitted for
the stormwater permit application.
While a stormwater permit is not required.. the DPW has concerns that the proposed project may
result in the worsening of an existing drainage capacity problem in North Main Street. The DPW
has the following comments regarding the proposed Stormwater Management System:
1. The municipal drainage system in North Main Street southeast of the main driveway to
the Veterans Affairs Medical Center(VA)currently has insufficient capacity for existing
areas that drain to it, including a section of North Main Street and a portion of the VA
property. Based on historic observations by the DPW, the municipal drainage system in
North Main Street routinely fails to drain fast enough and a large flooded area impacts
North Main Street during higher intensity storm events. The Stormwater Report
submitted to the DPW for the proposed project includes an analysis of the pre-
development and post development peak flows to two drainage design points: a drain
manhole located on VA property (3L)near the main VA entrance on North Main Street
and a Catch Basin (I OL) located along the edge of North Main Street on City property.
These two structures represent the discharge of the site's drainage to the municipal
drainage system in North Main Street. The drain manhole (3L) collects drainage from 5.3
acres of VA property and discharges through a catch basin in North Main Street to a 12
inch drain line that collects additional drainage from the VA and North Main Street and
discharges to a brook on the south side of North Main Street. The catch basin (I OL)
collects drainage from 13.2 acres of VA property, flows to a 10 inch clay pipe across
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Comprehensive Permit, a Stormwater Management Permit will not be issued for the
project. However, the DPW has concerns that the proposed project. if not designed,
constructed, or maintained correctiy, may result in the worsening of an existing drainage
capacity problem in North Main Street due to an inadequately sized municipal drainage
system and questions about the design and functionality of the proposed drainage system
concentrating drainage flows on the hillside and the indication in soil test pits of a
restrictive layer of soil or ledge. A separate letter has been provided to the applicant
detailing these concerns.
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MEMORANDUM
TO: David Bloomberg, Chair, Zoning Bo, d of Appeals
FR: James R. Laurila. P.E., City Engineer
FR: David K. Veleta, P.E., Senior Civil En eer A
DA: December 11. 2012
RE: File: 421 North Main Street—Veteran's ousing Project (60 Unit)—Comprehensive
Permit (40B)
Map ID: 11-001
CC: file
The Department of Public Works has reviewed the above referenced application for the following items:
Traffic: Utilities:
x Volume &Impact on City Street x Drainage Into City Stormwater System
x Roadway Capacity x Capacity of Stormwater Line
x Adequacy of City Road Construction x Sanitary Sewer
x Site Distances x Water
x Parking x Other:
x Driveway Openings
The Department of Public Works has the following comments:
No Concerns, project will not have an impact on any items reviewed
Traffic Study is required
Roadway does not have adequate capacity to handle the additional traffic
Roadway is not adequately constructed to handle proposed increase in traffic
Site Distances are not adequate for proposed project
Parking spaces do not meet minimum requirements
Parking spaces are too close to driveway opening
Driveway openings are not adequate for proposed use
City stormwater system is not adequate to handle increase in drainage
Stormwater system does not meet minimum requirements for reduction of Total
Suspended Solids (TSS)
Sanitary Sewer line is not adequately sized for proposed use
Sewer line connection is not properly shown
Water line is not adequately sized for proposed use
Water line connection is not properly shown
X Other Comments:
The Northampton Department of Public Works (DPW) has reviewed Site Plans, Drainage
Report, and application for a Northampton Stormwater Management Permit for the
proposed Gordon Mansfield Veterans Village. Since the project is applying for a
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Re: Soldier On
Carolyn Misch <cmisch @northamptonma.gov> Tue, May 6, 2014 at 12:02 PM
To: Louis Hasbrouck <Iasbrouck @northamptonma.gov>
Cc: Wayne Feiden <wfeiden @northamptonma.gov>
Louis-
Bob Fournier sent me the plans yesterday and I don't see that these modifications rise to the level of
amendment. I will let him know as well. They are design changes to accessory function and overall the site
plans are basically the same. They are shrinking impervious by a bit as well with these changes. So I am fine.
On Tue, May 6, 2014 at 11:41 AM, Louis Hasbrouck <Iasbrouck @northamptonma.gov> wrote:
Carolyn,
The latest site plan for the Soldier On project is different from the plan that was approved by the ZBA. One
change is the bus stop; they eliminated it because it was too expensive. There are some more changes, too.
Can you take a quick look (I think the 1-Site Plan L-1 is the same as the plan the ZBA approved) and let me
know if you think the comp permit might need to be amended? Thanks.
(City of Northampton E-mail is a public record except when it falls under one of the
specific statutory exemptions.)
Carolyn Misch, AICP
Senior Land Use Planner/Permits Manager
City of Northampton Office of Planning & Sustainability
210 Main St, Room 11
Northampton, MA 01060
413-587-1287
cmisch @northamptonma.gov
www.northamptonma.gov/plan
(City of Northampton E-mail is a public record except when it falls under one of the specific
statutory exemptions.)
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fine up to$1,500.00 and/or one-year imprisonment, as well as civil penalties in the form of a STOP WORK ORDER and a fine
of up to$250.00 a day against the violator. Be advised that a copy of this statement may be forwarded to the Office of
Investigations of the DIA for insurance coverage verification.
I do hereby certify an e p d penalties of at the Information provided above Is true and correct
t tz jury 05101/2014
phone#. 518-452-820
Of trial use only. Do not write in this area,to be completed by city or town of eial.
City or Town: Permit/License#
Issuing Authority(circle one):
1.Board of Health 2. Building Department 3.City/Town Clerk 4.Electrical Inspector 5.Plumbing Inspector
6.Other
Contact Person: Phone#:
City of Northampton 212 Main Street,Northampton, MA 01060
Solid Waste Disposal Affidavit
In accordance of the provisions of MGL c 40, S54, I acknowledge that as
a condition of the building permit all debris resulting from the construction
activity governed by this Building Permit shall be disposed of in a properly
licensed solid waste disposal facility, as defined by MGL c 111, S 150A.
Address of the work: 421 North Main Street, Leeds MA 01053
The debris will be transported by: Amherst Trucking
Valley Regional Recycling &Transfer Facility
The debris will be received by:
Building permit number:
Permit Applicant.;
General Contractor: BBL Construction Services, LLC
Name of
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Date Sidnature of Permit Applicant
City of Northampton
Massachusetts
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' DEPARTMENT OF BUILDING INSPECTIONS
212 Main Street a Municipal Building vd rCb�
Northampton, MA 01060
INSPECTOR
Louis Hasbrouck Fax: 413-587-1272 Chuck Miller
Building Commissioner Phone: 413-587-1240 Assistant Commissioner
SECONDARY CONSTRUCTION CONTROL DOCUMENT
(For professional Engineers/Architects responsible for a oa rtion of a controlled project)
Project Title: H'OL)'5l t\)cg fofz- \/CgECZA�J S Date: .Sl`N
Project Location: A10KJ-t+ HAW ST:, Map: Parcel:_Zone:_
Scope of Project: V00IJDA-nDN t- .61112— (,oK.K JIJI_ rc. �V1v12E IZ It72Nr(/��--
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In accordance with the Eighth edition Massachusetts State Building Code, 780 CMR Section 107.6:
CAU e;,C Mass. Registration#
being a registered professional Engineer/Architect hereby CERTIFY that I have prepared or directly supervised
the preparation of all design plans, computations and specifications concerning:
[ ] Fire Protection [ ]Architectural pQ Structural [ ] Mechanical [ ] Electrical
[ ] Other(specify)
for the above named project and that to the best of my knowledge, such plans, computations and specifications
meet the applicable provisions of the Massachusetts State Building Code, all acceptable engineering practices
and all applicable Laws for the proposed project.
Furthermore, I understand and AGREE that I shall perform the necessary professional services to determine that
the above mentioned portions of the work proceed in accordance with the documents approved for the building
permit.
Upon completion of the work, I shall submit to the building official a final report as to the satisfactory
Completion of the above mentioned work.
sbanature an S I R iste, essional *; t,.
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Day of N1r4 20
(seal)
Versionl.7 Commercial Building Permit May 15,2000
SECTION 10-STRUCTURAL PEER REVIEW(780 CMR 110.11)
Independent Structural Engineering Structural Peer Review Required Yes 0 No e
SECTION 11 -OWNER AUTHORIZATION -TO BE COMPLETED WHEN
OWNERS AGENT OR CONTRACTOR APPLIES FOR BUILDING PERMIT
I, as Owner of the subject property
hereby authorize to
act on my behalf, in all matters relative to work authorized by this building permit application.
Signature of Owner Date
:James M. Scalise II - Soldier On, Inc.
as Owner/Authorized
Agent hereby declare that the statements and information on the foregoing application are true and accurate,to the best of my knowledge
and belief.
Signed under the pains and penalties of perjury.
James M. Scalise II
Print N
` 05/01/2014
Signa a of Owner/Agent Date
SECTI 12-CONSTRUCTION SERVICES
10.1 Licensed Construction Supervisor: Not Applicable ❑
Name of License Holder: James M. Scalise II 39863 (PE)
License Number
S.K. Design Group - 2 Federico Drive, Pittsfield,MA 01201 06/30/2014
Add ss Expiration Date
�bm - ,� (413) 443-3537
Si ture Telephone
SECTION 13-WORKERS'COMPENSATION INSURANCE AFFIDAVIT(M.G.L. c. 152,§25C(6))
Workers Compensation Insurance affidavit must be completed and submitted with this application. Failure to provide this affidavit will result
in the denial of the issuance of the building permit.
Signed Affidavit Attached Yes (D No 0
Version 1.7 Commercial Building Permit May 15,2000
SECTION 9-PROFESSIONAL DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION SERVICES-FOR BUILDINGS AND STRUCTURES SUBJECT TO
CONSTRUCTION CONTROL PURSUANT TO 780 CMR 116(CONTAINING MORE THAN 35,000 C.F.OF ENCLOSED SPACE)
9.1 Registered Architect:
_ Not Applicable ❑
Peter Nichol ton-Elton & Ham
Archite on__ cts
: 4923
Name(Registrant
103 Terra St., xbury Crossing, MA 02120 Registration Number
Address 8/31 014._
(617)-708-10711 "r°'on Data
Signature Telephone
9.2 ge#14md Professional Engineer(s):
James M. Scalise II SK Design Group ; Civil Site and Foundation
Name Area of Responsibility
2 Federico Dr. Suite 1, Pittsfield,MA 01201 139863
Addres stration Number
; 413)-443-3537 � 6/30/2014 ,-
S r Telephone Expiration Date
Name Area of Responsibility
d i...
Address Registration Number
Signature Telephone Expiration Date
i
Name Area of Responsibility
Address Registration Number
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Signature Telephone Expiration Deft
Name Area of Responsibility
i
Address Registration Number
Signature Telephone I Expiration Date
9.3 General Contractor
BBL Construction Services,LLC
Not Applicable❑
Company Name.
Tim Karl ,-�,
Resww1ble in Charge of Construction
302 Washington Ave Extension,Albany NY 12203
Address
X518)452-8200
Signature Telephone
Version 1.7 Commercial Building Permit May 15,2000 `
SECTION 4-CONSTRUCTION SERVICES FOR PROJECTS LESS THAN 35,000
CUBIC FEET OF ENCLOSED SPACE
Interior Alterations ❑ Existing Wall Signs ❑ Demolition❑ Repairs❑ Additions ❑ Accessory Building❑
Exterior Alteration ❑ Existing Ground Sign❑ New Signs❑ R ing❑ Change of Use❑ Other❑
Brief Description The proposed scope of work is the construction o a FOUNDATION ONLY(footprin. 12,915 sq.ft.)for a 44 residential unit
Of Proposed Work: complex within 4 buildings of wood construction. uildings ar sq.ft.,7025 sq.ft.,and 7025 sq.ft(greater
than 35,00 cubic ft.). [ z 9 J 'jr-
SECTION 5-USE GROUP AND CONSTRUCTION TYPE
USE GROUP(Check as applicable) CONSTRUCTION TYPE
A Assembly ❑ A-1 ❑ A-2 ❑ A-3 ❑ 1A ❑
A-4 ❑ A-5 ❑ 1B ❑
B Business ❑ 2A ❑
E Educational ❑ 2B I ❑
F Factory ❑ F-1 ❑ F-2 ❑ 2C ❑
H High Hazard ❑ 3A ❑
Institutional ❑ 1-1 ❑ 1-2 ❑ 1-3 ❑ 3B ❑
M Mercantile ❑ 4 ❑
R Residential ❑ R-1 ❑ R-2 ❑✓ R-3 ❑ 5A ❑
S Storage ❑ S-1 ❑ S-2 ❑ 5B ❑
U Utility ❑ Specify:
M Mixed Use ❑ Specify:
S Special Use ❑ Specify:
COMPLETE THIS SECTION IF EXISTING BUILDING UNDERGOING RENOVATIONS,ADDITIONS AND/OR CHANGE IN USE
Existing Use Group: Proposed Use Group:
Existing Hazard Index 780 CMR 34): Proposed Hazard Index 780 CMR 34):
SECTION 6 BUILDING HEIGHT AND AREA
BUILDING AREA EXISTING PROPOSED NEW CONSTRUCTION OFFICE USE ONLY
Floor Area per Floor(so yj
1 St , 15` �12,915:
2nd 2nd 13,050
3rd 3rd
4th
4th
Total Area(sf) Total Proposed New Construction (so
25,965
Total Height(ft)
Total Height ft 3y.5
7.Water Supply(M.G.L.c.40,§54) 7.1 Flood Zone Information: 7.3 Sewage Disposal System:
Public ❑✓ Private ❑ Zone G Outside Flood Zone❑✓ Municipal [Z] On site disposal system❑
Version 1.7 Commercial Building Permit May 15,2000
8. NORTHAMPTON ZONING I * C o M P R e tf R J S I VG— ?C— R. & I T
Existing Proposed Required by Zoning
This column to be fille n by
Building Depwm
Lot Size
Frontage
Setbacks Front
Side U R. L:__
Rear
Building Height
Bldg. Square Footage
Open Space Footage
(Lot area minus bldg&paved
parking)
#of Parking Sp es
Fil
olume&Location)
A. Has a Special Permit/Variance/Finding ever been issued for/on the site?
NO 0 DON'T KNOW 0 YES
IF YES, date issued: 12/19/2012
IF YES: Was the permit recorded at the Registry of Deeds?
NO () DON'T KNOW e YES 0
IF YES: enter Book Page and/or Document#
B. Does the site contain a brook, body of water or wetlands? NO DON'T KNOW 0 YES 0
IF YES, has a permit been or need to be obtained from the Conservation Commission?
Needs to be obtained 0 Obtained , Date Issued: 12/21/2011
(pV1 e2µlN&TIC N)
C. Do any signs exist on the property? YES NO tZN
IF YES, describe size, type and location:
D. Are there any proposed changes to or additions of signs intended for the property? YES e NO 0
IF YES, describe size, type and location: 2 signs to mark development entrance (comp. permit)
E. Will the construction activity disturb(clearing,grading,excavation, or filling)over 1 acre or is it part of a common plan
that will disturb over 1 acre? YES e NO 0
IF YES,then a Northampton Storm Water Management Permit from the DPW is required.
Version 1.7 Commercial Building Permit May 15,2000
Department use only
City of Northampton Status of Permit:
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Building Department Curb Cut/Driveway Permit -
I
212 Main Street Sewer/SepticAvai 16 bility
52014 1i Room 100 WaterMell Availability
E+ trio Plumbing F Northampton, MA 01060 Two Sets of Structural Plans
^' cap�r �B 413-587-1240 Fax 413-587-1272 Pilot/Site Plans
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- -- Other Specify
APPLICATION TO CONSTRUCT, REPAIR, RENOVATE,CHANGE THE USE OR OCCUPANCY OF,OR DEMOLISH ANY BUILDING
OTHER THAN A ONE OR TWO FAMILY DWELLING
SECTION 1 —SITE INFORMATION
1.1 Property Address:
This section to be completed by office
425 North Main Street Map f Lot 1y61 Unit
Leeds,MA 01053 Zone Overlay District
'Elm St.District CB District
SECTION 2-PROPERTY OWNERSHIP/AUTHORIZED AGENT
2.1 Owner of Record:
James M. Scalise II - Soldier On, Inc. 421 North Main Street, Leeds,MA 01053
Name(Print) �' Current Mailing Address:
(413) 443-3537
Signature A Telephone
2.2 Autho ze A ent:
Name(Print) Current Mailing Address:
Signature Telephone
SECTION 3-ESTIMATED CONSTRUCTION COSTS
Item Estimated Cost(Dollars)to be Official Use Only
completed by ermit applicant
1. Building 6 1 ,po (a)Building Permit Fee
2. Electrical f 1 � 6 p (b) Estimated Total Cost of
'l t Construction from 6
3. Plumbing 0 0 Building ermit Fee 9
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4. Mechanical (HVAC) r 880 ,00 fWAA
5. Fire Protection p0U.00 o/•! �"�
6. Total= 0 +2+3+4+5) Da 000 •00 1 Check Number 1 S
This Section For Official Use Only
Building Permit Number Date
Issued
Signature:
Building Commissioner/Inspector of Buildings Date
File#BP-2014-11
APPLICANT/CONTACT PERSON BBL CONSTRUCTION SERVICES LLC GJ Q R
ADDRESS/PHONE 302 WASHINGTON AVE EXT ALBANY (518)452-8200
PROPERTY LOCATION 421 NORTH MAIN ST v��
MAP 11 PARCEL 001 001 ZONE
THIS SECTION FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY:
PERMIT APPLICATION CHECKLIST
ENCLOSED REQUIRED DATE
ZONING FORM FILLED OUT
Fee Paid
Building,Permit Filled out
Fee Paid J
T_yyeof Construction: CONSTRUCT FOUNDATION ONLY FOR 4 BLDGS 44 RESIDENTIAL UNITS
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 HAS BEEN TAKEN ON THIS APPLICATION BASED ON
INFORMATION PRESENTED:
Approved Additional 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 With Site Plan
ZONING BOARD PERMIT REQUIRED UNDER: §
Finding Special Permit Variance*
Received&Recorded at Registry of Deeds Proof Enclosed
Other 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 Commission Permit DPW Storm Water Management
Demolition Delay
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 MGL 40A. Contact Office of
Planning&Development for more information.
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Zoning Board of Appeals- Decision City of Northampton
Hearing No.: ZBA-2013-0011 Date: December 19, 2012
MEMBERS PRESENT: VOTE:
Malcolm B.E.Smith votes to Grant
David Bloomberg votes to Grant
Sara Northrup votes to Grant
MOTION M40E BY: SECONDED BY: OTE COUNT: ECISION:
Sara North Malcolm B.E.Smith 3 Granted w/Conditions
MINUTES OF MEETING:
Available in the Office of Planning&Development.
1,Carolyn Misch,as agent to the Zoning Board of Appeals,certify that this is a true and accurate decision made by the Zoning Board and
certify that a copy of this and all plans have been filed with the Board and the City Clerk on the date above.
1 certify that a copy of this decision has been mailed to the Owner and Applicant. -'
NOTICE-OF APPEAL
An appeal from the decision of the Zoning Board may be made by any person aggrieved and pursuant to MGL Chapt 40A Section 17 as
amended,within(20)days after the date of the filing of this decision with the City Clerk. The date of filing 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 Northampton. Alternatively
appeals pursuant to MGL 40B section 22 can be made within 20 days.
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January 9, 2013
I, Wendy Mazza, City Clerk of the City of Northampton, hereby certify that the above
Decision of the Northampton Zoning Board of Appeals was filed in the Office of the City
Clerk on December 19, 2012, that twenty days have elapsed since such filing and that no
appeal has been filed in this matter. /f
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Zoning Board of Appeals-Decision City of Northampton
Hearing No.: ZBA-2013-0011 Date: December 19, 2012
11.Snow shall not be plowed to the detention ponds.
12.Annual stormwater maintenance reports shall be sent to Department of Public Works upon
completion to ensure that the system continues to work as designed.
FINDINGS:
The Zoning Board ofAppeals granted the request for a Comprehensive Permit to create 60 units of affordable housing for veterans by
Soldier On Development Inc.on property located within the grounds of the US Veterans Administration Hospital to be leased from the VA.
The permit was granted In compliance with M.G.L.Chapter 40B,Section 20-23 based on the following plans and Information submitted
with the application:
1. Plans to Accompany Permit Applications for Soldier On Development,by SK Design Group,Inc.Dated October 2012, Sheets L1-L18
(sheet L12 revised Nov 29,2012).
2.Proposed Building Elevations By Elton and Hampton Architects,Sheets A-8 and 9,A-16,A18,A20
3. Landscape Plans Planting Sheet'L-11,October 26,2012.
4. Pedestrian Map
5.Evidence of Site Approval&Eligibility Letter.
6..Evidence of Site Control with 75 year lease.
7. Preliminary Drawings.
8. Building Tabulation.
9, Utilities Plan.
10..Stormwater Report by SK Design Group dated October 2012.
11. Requested Exemptions and Waivers from Northampton Zoning Ordinances.
The Board granted the exemptions and waivers as part of the Comprehensive Permit to create a total of 60 affordable housing units in a
cluster arrangement with the following waivers only:
1. Waived-provision of permanently protected deed restricted open space to comply with cluster regulations not possible since Soldier
On has a ground lease from VA. Open space is present but cannot be deed restricted.
Z Waived-construction materials only in the places where curbing is not provided so that sheet flow can occur.
3. Waived-Frontage requirement to meet the standards in Cluster. Providing 159+'not 375'
4. Waived-Signage to allow two ground signs one at each driveway entrance off the main VA road.
S. Waived-Full compliance with lighting standards to allow up to 1.4 foot-candles per fixture under the canopy and at building entries as
shown on the revised fighting plans.
The Findings of the Zoning Board ofAppeals were based on public comments,recommendations from the Northampton Planning Board
and Northampton Department of Public Works. The Zoning Board ofAppeals determined:
A. The*requested use includes provision for sheet flow surface water drainage,sound and sight buffers and preservation of views,light
and air. Surface water drainage will improve water quality and quantity flowing offsite.
B. 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. Consideration of the location of driveway openings in relation to
traffic and adjacent streets,access by emergency vehicles,the arrangement of parking and loading spaces,and provisions for persons
with disabilities has been made. The project includes pedestrian connections to the VA sidewalk system which leads to the planned park
and ride lot and to the signal on Route 9 which will have a pedestrian crossing to the Northampton rail trail. Van service by Soldier On is
available.
C. 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 structures are located in a wooded area that is not visible from abutting parcels.
D. The requested use will not overload,and will mitigate adverse Impacts on,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.
Stormwater will be mitigated on site. The applicant will incorporate measures to attenuate flows from the existing VA system through
rerouting of the storm drain lines.
E. 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. Cluster units are allowed In this district and the proximity to medical services creates
an Important synergy between the proposed units and the VA.
F. 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 M.G.L.Chapter 41,Section 81-C and D.
COULD NOT DEROGATE BECAUSE:
(LING DEADLINE: MAILING OATS HEARING CONTINUED DATE: DECISION DRAFT BY: APPEAL DATE:
11/13/2012 121812012 112212013
REFERRALS IN DATE: EARING DEADLINE DATE EARING CLOSE DATE: FINAL SIGNING BY: APPEAL DEADLINE
12/1/2012 1117/2013 1211312012 1/22/2013 1/8/2013
FIRST ADVERTISING DATE: iEARING DATE: VOTING DATE DECISION DATE:
11/29/2012 12/13/2012 12/13/2012 12/19/2012
SECOND ADVERTISING DATE: EARING TIME: VOTING DEADLINE: ECISION DEADLINE:
121612012 5:30 PM 6122/2013 776/2013
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Zoning Board of Appeals-Decision City of Northampton
Hearing No.: ZBA-2013-0011 Date: December 19, 2012
APPLICATION TYPE: SUBMISSION DATE
Comprehensive Permit 12/1812012
Applicant's Name: Owner's Name:
NAME: NAME:
SOLDIER ON DEVELOPMENT&MGMT CO J UNITED STATES VETERANS ADMINiSTRATI Bk: 11644Pg: 166 Page:1 of 3
ADDRESS: ADDRESS: Recorded: 06/19/2014 01:43 PM
421 North Main St. 421 NORTH MAIN ST
TOWN: STATE: ZIP CODE: TOWN: STATE: ZIP CODE:
LEEDS MA 01053 LEEDS MA 01053
PHONE NO.: FAX N0: PHONE NO.: FAX NO.:
866 406-8449
EMAIL ADDRESS: EMAIL ADDRESS:
.Site Information: Surve es Name:
STREET NO.: SITE ZONING: COMPANY NAME:
NORTH MAIN ST
TOWN: ACTION TAKEN: ADDRESS:
LEEDS MA 01053 Anproved w/Conditions
MAP: BLOCK: I LOT: MAP DATE: SECTION OF BYLAW:
11 001 001 TOWN: STATE: ZIP CODE
Book: er
PHONE NO.: FAX NO
EMAIL ADDRESS:
NATURE OF PROPOSED WORK:
Comprehensive Permit under MGL 40B to construct 60 units of housing with all units targeted to meet affordability restrictions in-5
BLDGS.
HARDSHIP:
CONDITION OF APPROVAL:
1) To ensure these units are counted in the city's inventory,as stipulated by DHCD:
A regulatory agreement the applicant shall formalize the regulatory agreement with the City and DHCD
and record it prior to issuance of a building permit and received documentation from DHCD that the
project is fully in compliance with the regulatory agreement prior to occupancy of the units.
This permit is only valid to the extent that the affordability measures remain in full force an effect and
In compliance with regulatory agreement.
Z No Individual light fixtures shall exceed 1.4 foot candles.(may exceed at entries and under covered
pavilions).
3.Light shall be added to playground.
4.Approve requested waivers for open space,construction materials,frontage and signs.All sections
of the Northampton zoning and other ordinances not specifically waived shall apply.
5.Consistent with MGL40B,this is a one-stop permit and this comprehensive permit shall be in-lieu of
all zoning and stormwater permit approvals.
6.Prior to issuance of a building permit,Department of Public Works questions relative to drainage
shall be answered including request for new test pits to verify subsurface soils to confirm the ability
for infiltration to be accomplished as designed.
7.Prior to building permit,Department of Public Works shall be given construction documents to
review consistency with permit plans.
8.The project shall meet the Northampton stormwater standards with no waivers.
9. The bypass stonmwater line should incorporate some mitigation through energy dissipation and/or
infiltration or other mechanism.
10.If Department of Public Works determines that additional level lip spreaders or rip rap is necessary
to prevent erosion below the outlet structures,the applicant shall install such control measures.
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10. Do any signs exist on the property? YES X NO
IF YES, describe size, type and location: Fact size and location uiuum
Are there any proposed changes to or additions of signs intended for the property? YES X NO
IF YES, describe size, type and location: TI D (2) new sites are proposed mm rjrg 5'-0" x 2'-0" aach
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 X 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
This column reserved
for use by the Building
Department
EXISTING PROPOSED REQUIRED BY
ZONING
Lot Size
492,228 SF 240,000 SF
Frontage
159.1 FT 375.0 FT
Setbacks Front 410 FT 15 FT
Side L: R: L: 20 FT R: 20 FT L: 10 FT R: 10 FT
Rear 38 FT 15 FT
Building Height
4014"
Building Square Footage
%Open Space: (lot area
minus building Ft paved 70 1 65
parking
#of Parking Spaces
59 33
#of Loading Docks
0 0
Fill:
(volume Ft location)
13. Certification: I hereby certify that the information contained herein is true and accurate to the best of
my knowledge.
Date: Applicant's Signature
NOTE:Issuance of a zoning permit does not reli a applicant's burden to comply with all zoning
requirements and obtain all required permit om the Board of Health,Conservation Commission,
Historic and Architectural Boards,Department of Public Works and other applicable permit granting
authorities.
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File No.
ZONING PERMIT APPLICATION(§10.2)
Please type or print all information and return this form to the Building
Inspector's Office with the X15 filing fee (check or money order)payable to the
City of Northampton
1. Name of Applicant: Soldier Ch De� t &I4nt GJ., Inc. & Soldier On Vete= Ville III, IIC
Address: 421 N. Main St., Ieels, M 01053 Telephone: 866-406-8449
2. Owner of Property: U.S. Dept of Veterans Affairs
Address: 421 N. Main Street, Leeds, M6. 01053 Telephone: +0&-x+9
3. Status of Applicant: Owner Contract Purchaser Lessee X Other (explain)
4. Job Location: 421 N Main St , Leeds, IA
Parcel Id: Zoning Map# 11 Parcel# 001 District(s): SR
In Elm Street District In Central Business District
(TO BE FILLED IN BY THE BUILDING DEPARTMENT)
5. Existing Use of Structure/Property: Veterans Mslical Gmter
6. Description of Proposed Use/Work/Project/Occupation: (Use additional sheets if necessary):
Constnmtion of 60 rkw units of housing for veterans on 11.3 acres of la-id to be lease
frrm the U.S. Veterans Affairs % ical Gaiter. Iie Irojer-t will irr-hrle five (5) naa
hri l dj=alar� with rerlapg and utiLti es
7. Attached Plans: Sketch Plan Site Plan X Engineered/Surveyed Plans
8. Has a Special Permit/Variance/Finding ever been issued for/on the site?
NO DON'T KNOW YES X IF YES, date issued: DeCEnber 19, 2012
IF YES: Was the permit recorded at the Registry of Deeds?
NO DON'T KNOW YES X
IF YES: enter Book 11644 Page 166 and/or Document#
9.Does the site contain a brook, body of water or wetlands? NO X DONT KNOW YES
IF YES, has a permit been or need to be obtained from the Conservation Commission?
Needs to be obtained Obtained , date issued:
(Form Continues On Other Side)
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June 9,2014
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If you have any questions feel free to contact us.
Sincerely,
SK DESIGN GROUP, INC.
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Robert G. Fournier
(Project Mgr.)
Attachments
Cc: Northampton Office of Planning and Development
Soldier On Development Co.
MBL Housing
Antonio Dos Santos,Esq.
Elton Hampton Architects,Nick Elton,AIA
File
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Office of the Buildinss`!1 e Puchalski Municipal
212 Main St.
Northampton, MA 01060
Re: Gordon H. Mansfield
Veterans Village Project
Dear Building Commissioner;
We are requesting an opinion as to the significance of the plan changes in reference to the
above-named project. As you know, we recently submitted a complete set of drawings for a
Building Permit, including site plans and architectural plans. Those plans vary slightly from the
original plans that were submitted with the Comprehensive Permit Application in October, 2012.
The changes are minor in nature and are the result of cost overruns (and other issues). All of the
changes pertain to the "cooperative"housing portion of the project(the cluster of 4 buildings).
The changes are as follows:
1. We have eliminated the proposed greenhouse/ storage building at the southerly end
of the project. Instead, only a greenhouse will be constructed. This in turn has enabled us to
shorten the length of the hammerhead turnaround that provided vehicular access to the storage
building (less impervious area);
2. We have eliminated the proposed covered bus stop/mail facility at the northerly-
most end of the project, as well as the series of H.0 ramps that led to this structure. Instead, we
are now proposing a modest mailbox facility at the easterly side of the project(in front of ,
buildings A&B). This structure will also serve as a waiting area for busses (vans). Again,there
is now less impervious area.Note that this new mail facility is handicap accessible via elevators
within the buildings and via the sidewalks along the southerly end of the project;
3. We have reinstated most of the existing parking spaces that are located along the
northerly end of the project(at the request of the VA). These are used exclusively by the VA;
4. No changes have been made to the number of housing units or the style of building.
Only subtle changes were necessary for drainage, landscaping, lighting, and other utilities.
In our opinion, none of these changes are significant and should not warrant an
amendment to the current Comprehensive Permit. In support of this request, we are providing the
following documentation:
• An amended application form;
• A recorded copy of the original ZBA Decision;
• A Site Plan comparison;
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