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TOWN OF PORTLAND
Planning and Zoning Commission
Legal Notice of Decision
At the March 18, 2010 meeting, the Planning & Zoning Commission took the following action:
Approved with conditions Application #09-20: Middle Haddam Road (entrance is located east of street address #74.) Request for Special Permit to excavate and remove 35,000 cubic yards of sand and gravel. Application of Harmon Property Development. Property of Harmon Property Development LLC, Map 15 Lot 38; Central Connecticut Sand & Gravel LLC, Map 15 Lot 53; Jobs III Association Inc., Map 24 Lot 11. Zone RR.
Approved Application #09-22: Text Amendment to Zoning Regulation Section 6.1 Table 6.1 Permitted Uses Industrial Zones for the use category “Garages and auto body shops” as follows: rename as “Garages, auto body shops, and related uses” by Special Permit in the Planned Industrial IP Zone and allow “related uses” in the Industrial I Zone where already permitted by Special Permit. Application of Benjamin Srb. Effective Date April 15, 2010.
Approved with conditions Application #09-23: 1125 Portland Cobalt Road. Site Plan Review for proposed used car sales at an existing business (Portland Power Equipment). Application and property of Brenda and John Amato. Map 23 Lot 5-2 Zone B-2.
Approved with conditions Application #09-24: 178 Airline Avenue. Site Plan review for change of use of an existing non-conforming residential garage to use for storage of tools and equipment and repair/maintenance of small trailers and vehicles for use associated with a future off-site truck terminal. Application of Gary Colby. Property of Gary and Susan Colby. Map 10 Lot 10 Zone I.
Dated in Portland, Ct. this 19th day of March 2010
Bette Jenak, Chairman
Planning & Zoning Commission
TOWN OF PORTLAND
Zoning Board of Appeals
Legal Notice
Notice is hereby given that the Portland Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a Public Hearing on Thursday, MARCH 25, 2010 at 7:00 p.m. at the Portland Public Library, 20 Freestone Avenue to consider the following:
Application #09-10: 178 Airline Avenue. Request for variance to Zoning Regulation Section 6.3 to locate a portion of a proposed 2100 sq.ft. building 15 feet from the side property line and 10 feet from the rear property line where 20 feet is required. Application and property of Gary P. and Susan H. Colby. Map 10 Lot 10 Zone I.
At this hearing(s) interested persons may appear and be heard, and written communications will be received. Copies of the above proposals are on file for public review in the Planning Office.
Dated at Portland, Ct. this 8th day of March 2010
Cheryl Dion, Chairman
TOWN OF PORTLAND
Planning and Zoning Commission
Legal Notice of Decision
At the March 4, 2010 meeting, the Planning & Zoning Commission took the following action:
Postponed Public Hearing to March 18, 2010: Application #09-20: Middle Haddam Road (entrance is located east of street address #74.) Request for Special Permit to excavate and remove 76,983 cubic yards of sand and gravel. Application of Harmon Property Development. Property of Harmon Property Development LLC, Map 15 Lot 38; Central Connecticut Sand & Gravel LLC, Map 15 Lot 53; Jobs III Association Inc., Map 24 Lot 11. Zone RR.
Continued Public Hearing to March 18, 2010: Application #09-22: Request to amend Zoning Regulation Section 6.1 (Table 6.1-Permitted Uses Industrial Zones) for the use category “Garages and auto body shops” as follows: rename as “Garages, auto body shops, and related uses” and allow “Garages, auto body shops, and related uses” by Special Permit in the Planned Industrial (IP) Zone. Application of Benjamin Srb.
Dated in Portland, Ct. this 5th day of March 2010
Bette Jenak, Chairman
Planning & Zoning Commission
TOWN OF PORTLAND
Inland Wetlands Commission
Legal Notice of Decision
Pursuant to Section 12 of the Portland Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Regulations, the duly authorized agent has approved the following application(s):
Application #09-11: 40 Chatham Hollow Road. Permit for an 18’x36’ in-ground swimming pool and 10’x16’ shed with associated fill and grading 62 feet from wetlands edge. Application and property of Steve and Tracy Modon. Map 52 Lot 2-23.
Dated: 3/2/10
Lincoln White, Inland Wetlands Agent
Town of Portland, Ct.
TOWN OF PORTLAND
Zoning Board of Appeals
Legal Notice of Decision
At the February 25, 2010 meeting, the Portland Zoning Board of Appeals took the following action:
Approved Application #09-06: 278 Main Street. Request for variance to ZR Section 5.4.2 for a proposed studio apartment on the second floor of an existing building on a 20,160 sq.ft. lot where 22,500 sq.ft. is required. Application of Jim Meehan. Property of 276 Main Street Realty LLC. Map 28 Lot 51 Zone B3/Town Center Village District.
Approved Application #09-07: 33 Great Hill Road. Request for variance to ZR Section 4.2.1 to locate an existing 12’ x 28’ carport 23 feet from side property line where 25 feet is required. Application of John L. Amato. Property of Brenda R. and John L. Amato. Map 53 Lot 3 Zone RR.
Approved Certificate of Location, with conditions, for Application #09-08: 1125 Portland Cobalt Road, as required by Ct. General Statute 14-54 for license to deal in used cars. Application of John Amato. Property of John and Brenda Amato. Map 23 Lot 5-2 Zone B2.
Dated at Portland, Ct. this 26th day of February 2010
Cheryl Dion, Chairman, Zoning Board of Appeals
TOWN OF PORTLAND
Planning and Zoning Commission
Legal Notice of Decision
At the February 18, 2010 meeting, the Planning & Zoning Commission took the following action:
Approved with waiver and conditions, Application #09-19: 309 Main Street. Request for a Special Permit for a healthcare institution for clinical treatment and housing of adolescents. Application of George Fellner, Architect. Property of Rainbow Housing Corporation, Gilead Community Services, Inc. Map 29 Lot 256 Zone B3/Town Center Village District Overlay Zone.
Approved with conditions, Application #09-21: 270 Main Street. Site Plan Review for medical office building. Application and property of 270 Main Street LLC. Map 28 Lot 50 Zone B-3/Town Center Village District Overlay Zone.
Dated in Portland, Ct. this 22nd day of February 2010
Bette Jenak, Chairman
Planning & Zoning Commission
TOWN OF PORTLAND
Planning and Zoning Commission
Legal Notice of Public Hearing
Notice is hereby given that the Portland Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a Public Hearing(s) at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, MARCH 4, 2010 at the Portland Public Library, 20 Freestone Avenue, to consider the following:
Application #09-20: Middle Haddam Road (entrance is located east of street address #74). Request for Special Permit to excavate and remove 76,983 cubic yards of sand and gravel. Application of Harmon Property Development. Property of Harmon Property Development LLC, Map 15 Lot 38; Central Connecticut Sand & Gravel LLC, Map 15 Lot 53; Jobs III Association Inc., Map 24 Lot 11, Zone RR.
Application #09-22: Request to amend Zoning Regulation Section 6.1 (Table 6.1 -Permitted Uses Industrial Zones) for the use category “Garages and auto body shops” as follows: rename as “Garages, auto body shops, and related uses” and allow “Garages, auto body shops, and related uses” by Special Permit in the Planned Industrial (IP) Zone. Application of Benjamin Srb.
At this hearing(s), interested persons may appear and be heard and written communications will be received. Copies of the above proposal(s) are on file for public review in the Planning Office.
Dated at Portland, Ct. this 16th day of February 2010
Bette Jenak, Chairman
Planning & Zoning Commission
TOWN OF PORTLAND
Zoning Board of Appeals
Legal Notice of Public Hearing
Notice is hereby given that the Portland Zoning Board of Appeals will hold Public Hearing(s) on Thursday, FEBRUARY 25, 2010 at 7:00 p.m. at the Portland Public Library, 20 Freestone Avenue, to consider the following:
Application #09-06: 278 Main Street. Request for variance to ZR Section 5.4.2 for a proposed studio apartment on the second floor of an existing building on a 20,160 sq.ft. lot where 22,500 sq.ft. is required. Application of Jim Meehan. Property of 276 Main Street Realty LLC, Map 28 Lot 51 Zone B3/Town Center Village District.
Application #09-07: 33 Great Hill Road. Request for variance to ZR Section 4.2.1 to locate an existing 12 foot x 28 foot carport 23 feet from side property line where 25 feet is required. Application of John L. Amato. Property of Brenda R. and John L. Amato. Map 53 Lot 3 Zone RR.
At this hearing, interested persons may appear and be heard and written communications will be received. Copies of the above proposal are on file for public review in the Planning Office.
Dated at Portland, Ct. this 4th day of February 2010
Cheryl Dion, Chairman
TOWN OF PORTLAND
Zoning Board of Appeals
Legal Notice of Decisions
At the January 28, 2010 meeting, the Portland Zoning Board of Appeals took the following action:
Approved, with conditions, Application #09-05: 74 Lake Road. Request for a variance to increase lot coverage from 15.7% to 22.1% for a proposed 22’ x 28’ detached garage. Application of James Agogliati. Property of Amanda Grimm and James Agogliati. Map 26 Lot 50 Zone RR.
Dated at Portland, Ct. this 1st day of February 2010
Cheryl Dion, Chairman, Zoning Board of Appeals
TOWN OF PORTLAND
Planning and Zoning
Legal Notice of Decisions
At the JANUARY 21, 2010 meeting, the Planning & Zoning Commission took the following action:
Approved, with conditions and waiver, Application #09-17: 48 Gospel Lane. Special Permit request for the sale and distribution of petroleum products with no on-site storage, for DiMauro Heating & Oil Co. Application and property of Benjamin Srb. Map 31 Lot 28-2 Units 2 & 3 Zone IP.
Dated in Portland, Ct. this 25th day of January 2010
Peter Clark, Vice Chairman
Planning & Zoning Commission
TOWN OF PORTLAND
Planning and Zoning
Legal Notice of Decisions
At the JANUARY 7, 2010 meeting, the Planning & Zoning Commission took the following action:
Approved with waiver and conditions: Application #09-15: 813 Glastonbury Turnpike. Special Permit for a commercial horse stable. Application and property of Richard M. Hosley Jr. Map 110 Lot 5 Zone R25.
Approved with conditions: Application #09-14: 59 High Street. Site Plan for a 2-family dwelling. Application of Richard McGinley. Property of McGinley Builders LLC. Map 30 Lot 9-4 Zone R15.
Approved with waiver and conditions: Application #09-16: 91 Main Street. Site Plan for an existing storage shed at Promold Plastics. Application and property of Lori Real Estate LLC. Map 19 Lot 79 Zone I.
Approved with conditions: Application #09-18: Meshomasic Trail. Modification to resubdivision to eliminate required street light. Application of Peter Gardner. Property of Chatham Ridge Associates LLC. Map 53 Lots 6 & 7 Zone RR.
Dated in Portland, Ct. this 8th day of January 2010
Donald Bascom, Chairman
Planning & Zoning Commission
TOWN OF PORTLAND
Planning and Zoning
Notice of a Public Hearing
Notice is hereby given that the Portland Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a Public Hearing at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, February 4, 2010 at the Portland Public Library, 20 Freestone Avenue, to consider the following:
PZC Application #09-19: 309 Main Street. Request for a Special Permit for a Healthcare Institution for Clinical Treatment and Housing of Adolescents. Application of George Fellner, Architect. Property of Rainbow Housing Corporation/Gilead Community Services, Inc. Map 29 Lot 256 Zone B3/ Town Center Village District Overlay Zone.
At this hearing interested persons may appear and be heard and written communications will be received. The application is available for review in the Town Hall Planning Department at 33 East Main Street, Portland, CT.
Dated at Portland, Ct. this 20th day of January 2010
Donald Bascom, Chairman
Planning & Zoning Commission
TOWN OF PORTLAND
ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS
LEGAL NOTICE
Notice is hereby given that the Portland Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a Public Hearing on Thursday, JANUARY 28, 2010 at 7:00 p.m. at the Portland Public Library, 20 Freestone Avenue to consider the following:
Application #09-05: 74 Lake Road. Request for a variance to ZR Section 4.2.1 to increase lot coverage from 15.7% to 22.1% (where 12% is allowed) for a proposed 22’ x 28’ detached garage. Application of James Agogliati. Property of Amanda Grimm and James Agogliati, Map 26 Lot 50 Zone RR.
At this hearing(s) interested persons may appear and be heard, and written communications will be received. Copies of the above proposals are on file for public review in the Planning Office.
Dated at Portland, Ct. this 11th day of January 2010
Cheryl Dion, Chairman
TOWN OF PORTLAND
INLAND WETLANDS COMMISSION
LEGAL NOTICE OF DECISION
At the January 5, 2010 meeting, the Portland Inland Wetlands Commission took the following action:
Approved, with conditions, Application #09-06: 105 Gospel Lane. For temporary crossing and to replace/repair bridge within upland review area. Application and property of Portland Golf West. Map 40 & 49 Lot 2, 15, 56, 52.
Approved, with conditions, Application #09-07: Jobs Pond Gate II. To construct single family residence, leaching trench/system and pavilion within 24 feet of Jobs Pond. Application and property of Larry Whitmore. Map 24 Lot 3.
Dated in Portland, Ct. this 6th of January 2010
Richard Morin, Chairman
For the Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Commission
PORTLAND PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
LEGAL NOTICE OF Public Hearing(s)
REVISED NOTICE TO CHANGE MEETING LOCATION
Notice is hereby given that the Portland Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a Public Hearing(s) at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, JANUARY 21, 2010 at the Portland Public Library, 20 Freestone Avenue, to consider the following:
Application #09-17: 48 Gospel Lane. Special Permit request for the sale and distribution of petroleum products with no on-site fuel storage for DiMauro Heating & Oil Co. Application and property of Benjamin Srb. Map 31 Lot 28-2 Zone IP.
At this hearing(s), interested persons may appear and be heard and written communications will be received. Copies of the above proposal(s) are on file for public review in the Planning Office.
Dated at Portland, Ct. this 4th day of January 2010
Donald Bascom, Chairman
Planning & Zoning Commission
PORTLAND Board of Selectman
LEGAL NOTICE OF Public Hearing
Wednesday, January 6, 2010 - 7:00 PM
Portland Public Library – Mary Flood Room
20 Freestone Avenue, Portland, CT 0648
Pursuant to Section 503(i) of the Town Charter, a public hearing will be held by the Board of Selectmen on Wednesday, January 6th, at 7:00 P.M. in the Public Library to provide residents the opportunity to comment both orally and in writing on the proposed revisions to town ordinance: Chapter 8 Fire Prevention and Protection, Article I. Water Reservoirs, Section 8-1 Fire Department Water Reservoir Installation Requirements.
NEW 2nd paragraph: The Fire Chief and Fire Marshal will review all subdivision applications to determine compliance with this ordinance. At their discretion and based on the proximity, availability and accessibility of other water sources, the Fire Chief and Fire Marshal may modify the water reservoir requirement listed below.
A copy of the proposed revised ordinance is on file in the Town Clerk’s office and is available for public inspection.
Dated this 17th day of December 2009
Susan S. Bransfield
First Selectwoman
PORTLAND PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
LEGAL NOTICE OF Public Hearing
Notice is hereby given that the Portland Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a Public Hearing(s) at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, JANUARY 7, 2010 at the Buck Foreman Room, 265 Main Street, 2nd Floor, to consider the following:
Application #09-15: 813 Glastonbury Turnpike. Request for Special Permit for a proposed commercial horse stable. Application and property of Richard M. Hosley Jr., Map 110 Lot 5 Zone R25.
At this hearing(s), interested persons may appear and be heard and written communications will be received. Copies of the above proposal(s) are on file for public review in the Planning Office.
Dated at Portland, Ct. this 16th day of December 2009
Donald Bascom, Chairman
Planning & Zoning Commission
PORTLAND PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
LEGAL NOTICE OF DECISION
At the December 3, 2009 meeting, the Planning & Zoning Commission took the following action:
Continued to March 4, 2010 at applicant’s request: Application #08-29: 198 Main Street (aka 200 Main Street) Site plan review for off premise parking for 188 Main Street (aka Portland Restaurant). Application of Mark A. Balaban. Property of Estate of Michael Lastrina Properties LLC. Map 19 Lot 42 Zone B3/TCVD Overlay Zone.
Approved with waiver and conditions: Application #09-04: 124 Marlborough Street. Site Plan for storage of boats, trailers, automobiles and trucks and consignment sales of boats only. Application and property of Gary S. Cameron/68 Marlborough Street LLC. Map 20 Lot 39 Zone B2.
Approved, with conditions: Application #09-12: 19 Summer Street. Site Plan for a proposed two-family dwelling. Application and property of James Marino. Map 57 Lot 196-1 Zone R10.
Dated in Portland, Ct. this 7th day of December 2009
Donald Bascom, Chairman
Planning & Zoning Commission
PORTLAND PLANNING AND ZONING
LEGAL NOTICE OF DECISION
At the November 19, 2009 meeting, the Portland Planning & Zoning Commission took the following action:
PZC Application #09-11: Text Amendments to the Zoning Regulations as follows: Add the following text in the header of Tables 4.1, 5.1 & 6.1: Special Permit approval is required for any site or structure identified on the Historic Resources Plan located within the Town of Portland Plan of Conservation and Development. See Regulation Section 10.6; and Add new Section 10.6 Adaptive Reuse for Historic and Cultural Preservation.
10.6.1 Purpose: The Town of Portland has conducted an inventory of historically and/or architecturally significant sites and structures which are identified on the Historic Resources Plan (HRP) located within the Town of Portland Plan of Conservation and Development (POCD). The purpose of the adaptive reuse provisions of these Regulations is to foster the restoration and renovation of these significant buildings and structures which have value to the community and to preserve and adaptively reuse them by incorporating them into new development and/or change of use proposals to the fullest extent feasible.
10.6.2 Procedure: When any development or change of use proposal includes one or more sites or structures identified within the HRP, the applicant is required to submit an application to the Commission is accordance with ZR Section 10.4 (Special Permit Standards and Procedures). The Town shall refer the application to the Portland Historical Society at least 30 days prior to the public hearing for its review and comment.
10.6.3 Criteria: The Commission shall consider requiring adaptive reuse when:
A. There is historic, architectural, cultural, economic or other value to the Town to justify renovation and preservation, as determined by the Planning and Zoning Commission.
B. The long term benefits of the proposed adaptive reuse outweigh any negative impact on the neighborhood of the proposed project and on the Town as compared with the alternative of having the structures demolished or remaining vacant or under-utilized.
10.6.4 Performance Standards: The following standards are required:
A. The proposal incorporates the existing building(s) or structure(s) in the present location, or includes a proposal for relocation which is found to be as suitable and appropriate as the present location.
B. The renovation and remodeling of buildings and structures for adaptive reuse may not destroy or obscure essential architectural features. In addition, such architectural features must be maintained and enhanced to the extent that it is feasible and prudent to do so.
C. In cases where buffer areas cannot be provided on the site, any area available for landscaping shall be so utilized. When the Town or State grants permission, the owner or developer must also use areas within the public right-of-way to satisfy landscaping requirements.
D. Where necessary parking cannot be provided on site, reasonable provision for parking shall be provided off site.
10.6.5 Waivers: The Commission may waive any/all applicable zoning regulations to support adaptive reuse when requested by the applicant in writing, except that no use shall be permitted which is not allowed in the applicable Zone. Application of the Portland Planning and Zoning Commission.
EFFECTIVE DATE: DECEMBER 7, 2009
Dated in Portland, Ct. this 20th day of November 2009
Donald Bascom, Chairman
Planning & Zoning Commission
PORTLAND PLANNING AND ZONING
LEGAL NOTICE OF DECISION
At the NOVEMBER 5, 2009 meeting, the Planning & Zoning Commission took the following action:
Application #03-24 Expired: 198 Main Street (previously known as 200 Main Street). Application of Angelo Lastrina dba European Custom Cabinets. Property of Lastrina Properties LLC. Map 19 Lot 42 Zone B3/TCVD Overlay Zone.
Continued to December 3, 2009: Application #09-04: 124 Marlborough Street. Site Plan Review for storage of boats, trailers, autos and trucks, and consignment sales of boats only. Application and property of Gary S. Cameron/68 Marlborough Street LLC, Map 20 Lot 39 Zone B2.
Approved with waiver and conditions: Application #09-10: 1931 Portland Cobalt Road. Site Plan for a 40’ x 100’ storage/maintenance building. Application of Edward C. Doherty. Property of St. Clements Foundation Inc., Map 8 Lot 2 Zone B1.
Dated in Portland, Ct. this 6th day of November 2009
Donald Bascom, Chairman
Planning & Zoning Commission
PORTLAND PLANNING AND ZONING
LEGAL NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
Notice is hereby given that the Portland Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a Public Hearing at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, November 19, 2009 in the Mary Flood Room, Portland Public Library, 20 Freestone Avenue, to consider the following:
PZC Appl. # 09-11: Text Amendments to the Zoning Regulations as follows: Add the following text in the header of Tables 4.1, 5.1 & 6.1: Special Permit approval is required for any site or structure identified on the Historic Resources Plan located within the Town of Portland Plan of Conservation and Development. See Regulation Section 10.6; and Add new Section 10.6 Adaptive Reuse for Historic and Cultural Preservation
10.6.1 Purpose: The Town of Portland has conducted an inventory of historically and/or architecturally significant sites and structures which are identified on the Historic Resources Plan (HRP) located within the Town of Portland Plan of Conservation and Development (POCD). The purpose of the adaptive reuse provisions of these Regulations is to foster the restoration and renovation of these significant buildings and structures which have value to the community and to preserve and adaptively reuse them by incorporating them into new development and/or change of use proposals to the fullest extent feasible.
10.6.2 Procedure: When any development or change of use proposal includes one or more sites or structures indentified within the HRP, the applicant is required to submit an application to the Commission is accordance with ZR Section 10.4 (Special Permit Standards and Procedures). The Town shall refer the application to the Portland Historical Society at least 30 days prior to the public hearing for its review and comment.
10.6.3 Criteria: The Commission shall consider requiring adaptive reuse when:
A. There is historic, architectural, cultural, economic or other value to the Town to justify renovation and preservation, as determined by the Planning and Zoning Commission.
B. The long term benefits of the proposed adaptive reuse outweigh any negative impact on the neighborhood of the proposed project and on the Town as compared with the alternative of having the structures demolished or remaining vacant or under-utilized.
10.6.4 Performance Standards: The following standards are required:
A. The proposal incorporates the existing building(s) or structure(s) in the present location, or includes a proposal for relocation which is found to be as suitable and appropriate as the present location.
B. The renovation and remodeling of buildings and structures for adaptive reuse may not destroy or obscure essential architectural features. In addition, such architectural features must be maintained and enhanced to the extent that it is feasible and prudent to do so.
C. In cases where buffer areas cannot be provided on the site, any area available for landscaping shall be so utilized. When the Town or State grants permission, the owner or developer must also use areas within the public right-of-way to satisfy landscaping requirements.
D. Where necessary parking cannot be provided on site, reasonable provision for parking shall be provided off site. 10.6.5 Waivers: The Commission may waive any/all applicable zoning regulations to support adaptive reuse when requested by the applicant in writing, except that no use shall be permitted which is not allowed in the applicable Zone.
Application of the Portland Planning and Zoning Commission.
At this hearing interested persons may appear and be heard and written communications will be received. The application is available for review at the Office of the Town Clerk, and in the Planning Department at 33 East Main Street, Portland, CT.
Dated at Portland, Ct. this 4th day of November 2009
Donald Bascom, Chairman
Planning & Zoning Commission
