PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING

TOWN OF NEW HAVEN

December 4, 2003

The regular monthly meeting of the New Haven Planning Commission was held on December 4, 2003 and started at 7:10 p.m. The following members were present; George Merritt, Jim Walsh, Allen Karnatz, Art Sherman and Keith Hall. The meeting was called to order by Chairman, Gary Baker. The following attended: Wright & Roger Stowe, Donald Johnston, Tom Boise, Steve Revell, Jim & Stephanie Foley, Robert Murphy, Eugene Charlebois, Robert Sherman, John Freidin, Chuck Whittemore, Wadson Scott and John Madden.

James & Stephanie Foley wish to divide their land on Munger Street into three lots. This is the first plat hearing for a major subdivision. SUB 09-03. The survey map was re-done and the R-O-W was noted on the map for the logging road. Due to the fact, there are deferral permits involved, the Planning Commission has decided not to have the contour lines noted on it. George Merritt made a motion, seconded by Keith Hall to move this to the final hearing; all approved, no opposition. This will be warned for January 8, 2004.

John and Gail Freidin wish to divide some of their land on Munger Street into three lots. This is the final plat hearing for a major subdivision. SUB 04-03. John Freidin brought the Mylar with the required information noted on it. Allen Karnatz made a motion, seconded by George Merritt to approve the subdivision; all approved, no opposition. The recording fee of $9.00 was received. John would like a copy of the meeting minutes and Keith will send him one. Keith gave John building permit information so he can pass it on to the new landowners.

Morris Earle wishes to divide his property into two lots. This is a hearing on a minor subdivision. SUB 08-03. Steve Revell was present with the Mylar and paper copies of the subdivision. A copy of the application that was sent to the State of Vermont was given to the Planning Commission. The replacement well and septic was noted on the Mylar and the view easement is noted in the State of Vermont application. Allen Karnatz made a motion, seconded by George Merritt to accept the subdivision and Mylar; all approved, no opposition.

Robert Sherman wishes to subdivide a portion of his land. This is a minor subdivision. SUB 10-03. Robert was present with a Mylar, paper copies and the septic has been noted on the Mylar. George Merritt made a motion, seconded by Jim Walsh to approve the minor subdivision; all approved, no opposition.

Eugene Charlebois wishes to subdivide a parcel of land on route 7. This is a continuation of the first hearing of a major subdivision. SUB 01-03. Eugene wanted to continue the discussion of his subdivision at the January 8, 2004 meeting.

Donald Johnston asked about the two-Mylar process and is happy that we are accepting two instead of one at final hearings for subdivisions. He also wanted clarification of contour lines and topography sheets.

Wright Stowe wishes to subdivide some of his property into seven lots. This is the final plat hearing of a major subdivision. SUB 06-03. Wright and Roger presented the Mylar and paper copies which were reviewed. We need the second Mylar before we can approve the subdivision. Wright and Roger should have them for the January 8, 2004 meeting.

Tom Boise was present and wants to apply for two boundary line adjustments (BLA). One from his daughter, Kim Estey to himself and the other from himself to VELCO. He will have the information on the BLA’s at the January 8, 2004 meeting. George Merritt made a motion, seconded by

Art Sherman to approve this as a BLA. There was question as to whether or not the transfer of property to VELCO would be considered a minor subdivision. No new parcels will be created; therefore, it should be considered a BLA. It was decided to warn them as one hearing, i.e. Kim Estey to Tom Boise, Tom Boise to VELCO. We need a paper copy of the Mylar prior to the meeting and at the final hearing, we need the Mylar itself. Pins need to be put in and shown on the map. It was decided that we receive a letter from Kim Estey stating Tom Boise is her Agent. George Merritt withdrew his motion, Art Sherman seconded it. Allen Karnatz made a motion, seconded by Keith Hall to warn this BLA for all three properties for the January 8, 2004 meeting; four were in favor, two opposed. Jim Walsh and George Merritt feel we should check with John Evers to make sure it is legal. Gary Baker said it could not be considered subdivision because it does not include a total of 10-acres. Allen Karnatz made a motion, seconded by George Merritt to seek legal advice from Jim Wimette regarding how many BLA’s there will be.

The November 6, 2003 meeting minutes were reviewed and some minor changes were made. George Merritt made a motion, seconded by Keith Hall to approve them as amended; all approved; no opposition.

The November 13, 2003 work night meeting minutes were reviewed and George Merritt made a motion, seconded by Keith Hall to approve them; all approved, no opposition.

The details of the public hearing presentation were discussed and Allen Karnatz will talk to Adam Lougee regarding this.

A draft copy was received from Adam Lougee regarding Position of the Town of New Haven in

the VELCO Proceeding.

A letter from Allen Karnatz regarding New Haven Planning Commission clause of the Town

Plan addressing public utility expansion. The Planning Commission signed it with approval and it will be sent to Sara Sparling and Kathleen Ready by Keith Hall.

Correspondence received:

- A letter from Wastewater Management Division regarding John & Gail Freidin’s 2-lot subdivision on Munger Street.

- An Act 250 Notice for minor application of peter Norris regarding State Police Barracks

- A letter from Burak, Anderson & Melloni, Counselors at Law regarding Act 250 Application for Wireless Communications Facility on Lime Kiln Road.

- A letter from Green Mountain Power Corporation regarding the electric load for the proposed Communications Facility on Lime Kiln Road.

- A letter from Burak, Anderson & Melloni, Counselors at Law regarding Posting Affidavit of Barb Torian for the Act 250 Application.

- A packet of information regarding Rule 75 Action by John Madden. Apparently the Selectmen, on advice of counsel have decided not to return the Waiver of Service provided by Rule 4 (1). Therefore, it appears that the Summons will have to be served by the Sheriff.

Allen Karnatz stated we have $900 remaining in the Grant. We need to spend it by May or we

forfeit it.

Meeting adjourned at 9:05pm on a motion made by Allen Karnatz, seconded by Keith Hall; all approved, no opposition.

Mylar’s Signed: John & Gail Freidin, SUB 04-03.

George Merritt Jim Walsh Gary Baker

Allen Karnatz Keith Hall Art Sherman