DUNBARTON PLANNING BOARD

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 1, 2005

TOWN OFFICES – 7:00 P.M.

The regularly scheduled Workshop Meeting and Final Public Hearing for Zoning Amendments was held at the above time, date and place with Chairman James Marcou presiding. The following members were present:

James Marcou, Chairman

Brian Nordle, Co-Chairman

Alison Vallieres, Secretary

Mert Mann, Selectman

Kenneth Swayze, Admin., Building and Zoning

Michael Poirier

David Breault, Alternate

7:00 p.m. – TOWN OF DUNBARTON PROPOSED ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENTS

James Marcou verified with the Secretary that the Public Meeting Notice had been posted in accordance with State Law in three public places throughout the Town and published in the Concord Monitor for one day. In addition, the public notice had appeared on the Dunbarton Web Page.

To amend Article 4, Use and Dimensional Regulations, Sections A., C. and D of the Town of Dunbarton Zoning Ordinance. The amendment establishes new setbacks for non-conforming lots, clarifies the criteria for construction on non-conforming lots and clarifies the conditions under which additions may be made to non-conforming structures. It also allows for the placement of wells and septic systems according to New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services Regulations. The criteria includes the requirement of a certified boundary survey to obtain a building permit, conformance with environmental regulations, and proof of conformance with NH Department of Environmental Services requirements.

Ken Swayze explained the amendments and noted that the changes from the last meeting were to include a stipulation that certified notices be sent to abutters for septic systems which were closer than 50 feet. This suggestion was made by Margaret Watkins, Conservation Commission.

He stated that in addition, the Certified Plot Plan is to include features on the abutting lots as far as can be accomplished and practicable.

There were no comments from the public nor were there any public present.

James Marcou noted the following members would be voting on this issue this evening:

James Marcou

Brian Nordle

Mert Mann

David Breault

Kenneth Swayze

MOTION:

James Marcou made a motion that the Dunbarton Planning Board accept the Proposed Zoning Amendments as presented this evening and they be passed on to the voters to appear on the ballot with the Planning Board’s recommendation that they be passed. Brian Nordle seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously.

OTHER BUSINESS:

CIP, Build Out Study, and Planning and Zoning regulations:

Jim Marcou, Chairman, stated that the Planning Board will be asking the Selectmen for funds for the following three items which were a result of the Master Plan Process.

(1) CIP (Capital Improvements Program) - $5,000

(2) Town Build Out Study - $5,000

(3) Sub-division regulations, Planning and Zoning Regulations - $5,000

It was noted that there had been $40,000 set aside for the Master Plan of which only $21,000 had been spent. The $19,000 cannot be carried forward.

CONSENSUS:

The Dunbarton Planning Board reached a consensus that they would request the Selectmen to request $15,000 on the Town Warrant for the above items. All members were in agreement.

Burchell/Audet Plan

Burchell/Audet are in the process of completing the plan for Planning Board’s signature.

The Board agreed that they were not in the business of settling right of way disputes. As long as there are sufficient notes on the plan alerting a potential buyer of a right of way which is in question, they are in agreement that the plan should be signed. Jacques Belanger, Surveyor, is in the process of completing the final mylar for signature.

Golf Course Project:

Kenneth Swayze stated that the Golf Course Site Plan Review has been submitted. The Planning Board agreed to hold the first public meeting on the project (for receipt of application) at the next Workshop Meeting which will be held on Wednesday, March 2, 2005.

There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 7:45 p.m.

Respectfully submitted,

Alison R. Vallieres, Secretary