WEST HANOVER TOWNSHIP PLANNING COMMISSION

7171 ALLENTOWN BOULEVARD, HARRISBURG, PA  17112

THURSDAY, AUGUST 25, 2005

 

MEMBERS PRESENT                                                          MEMBERS ABSENT

Jim Zeiters                                                                                Barbara Zemlock

Marlin Moyer                                                                            Terry Bailey

Rick Bolt                                                                                  Dave Wingeard

Carol Buskirk

 

STAFF PRESENT

Julie Hoepfer, Administrative Assistant                                       Al Brulo, Township Engineer

Robert Leonard, Zoning Administrator                                        Brian Dickson, DCPC

 

OTHERS PRESENT

John Murphy, Alpha Consulting                                                  Mike Russell

Steve Weingarten                                                                      Bob Garland

Tim Mellott, Mellott Engineering                                     Linda Turns

Bob Ziltz, Act One Consultants                                                  Rob Shaffer, Act One Consultants

Scott McMackin, Cowan Associates                                          Paul Frank

Clarence Brooks                                                                       Mary Ann Yahn

 

I.                   CALL TO ORDER

 

The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Chairman Zeiters.

 

II.                ROLL CALL

 

            Noted by recording secretary.

 

III.             APPROVAL OF MINUTES

 

Mr. Bolt moved, seconded by Mr. Moyer to approve the July 28, 2005 regular meeting minutes.  The motion passed with Ms. Buskirk abstaining.

 

IV.              PUBLIC COMMENT

 

V.         SUBDIVISION/LAND DEVELOPMENT APPLICATIONS

 

A.                 Sketch Plan

 

B.                 Preliminary and/or Final Subdivision/Land Development Plans

 

1.       #05.006 P/SB Sagewicke Annex, Houck Properties – Mr. Shaffer was in attendance to represent the plan.

 

Mr. Brulo presented comments dated August 18, 2005:

#2  Provide a letter from the DCCD approving the E & S plan and the renewal of the NPDES General permit.

#3E Determine if pipe collars will be needed for the pipe between inlet 126 and inlet 109.

#4 Regarding the modified TIS, use the ITE Trip Generation 7th Edition dated 2003.

 

Mr. Leonard presented comments dated August 18, 2005:

#3 Limits of Disturbance lines need to encompass stormwater line into wetlands

Ms. Buskirk presented the following EAS comments:

#1 Section 173-25G(b)[2]  It is recommended that planting islands be shown for both Forney Way and Village Way cul-de-sacs, along with landscaping specs.

ZO#1 A note should be placed on the plan referencing the deed restrictions for lots close to and abutting the conservation easement for the HSPOD.

 

Mr. Moyer expressed concern about the change of use from the original preliminary plan.

 

Chairman Zeiters reported that Ms. Zemlock had done some legal research on the issue, in which a superior court case stated a note on the preliminary plan is binding.  Chairman Zeiters recommended the applicant request in writing a waiver from the Board of Supervisors, of the note on the original preliminary plan regarding the congregate care.  Discussion occurred regarding the cartway diameter of the cul-de-sac.

 

MOTION #1

Mr. Bolt moved, seconded by Mr. Moyer, to recommend approval of the following waivers:

1.       Section 173-25C Street Widths

2.       Section 173-13C(12) Traffic impact study

3.       Section 173-25F(2) Pavement design

4.       Section 173-13B(3) Driveway profiles

5.       Section 173-13B(22) Location of adjacent buildings

6.       Section 173-13B(32) Sight distance and sight triangles for driveways

7.       Section 173-25F(10) Vertical curbing

8.       Section 173-37 Parkland dedication

The motion passed unanimously.

 

MOTION #2

Mr. Bolt moved, seconded by Mr. Moyer, to recommend approval of preliminary plan #05.006 for Sagewicke Annex, tax parcel #68-030-022, contingent upon:

·         Approval of the sewage planning module by DEP

·         Approval of the erosion and sedimentation control plan and the NPDES Phase II by DCCD

·         Paying the fee in lieu of parkland dedication

·         Posting of the proper improvement guarantee

·         Connecting to public sewer

·         Addressing comments from the Environmental Advisory Council, Dauphin County Planning Commission, Public Safety Advisory Board and the Park and Recreation Board.

·         Incorporation staff and Township Engineer’s comments

·         Providing a written waiver request to the Board of Supervisors of the note regarding the congregate care on the original preliminary plan and have it so noted on this plan.

The motion passed unanimously.

 

2.       #05.011 F/LD Winslett Phase IV, Rustrum Realty – Mr. Murphy and Mr. Russell were in attendance to represent the plan.

 

Mr. Brulo presented comments dated August 18, 2005:

#2 Submit an updated wetlands study including a water budget analysis showing no impacts to the existing wetlands.

#6 Expand the emergency services turning analysis on sheet 13 to include the Boulevard Entrance onto Rt 22.

#7 Provide a schedule for the widening of Manor Drive.

 

Mr. Leonard stated his main concern was the feeding of the wetlands.  Mr. Leonard reported that he met with Mr. Murphy and is satisfied the design changes will provide an adequate source for wetlands.

 

Ms. Buskirk presented EAC comments:

Mr. Murphy stated there will be additional vegetation in the cul-de-sacs and swales.  He also indicated they will accommodate as many EAC comments as possible.

Ms. Buskirk expressed her concern with the swales.  Mr. Murphy will finalize details with the Township Engineer.

 

Mr. Moyer asked about the status of the change of name for “Hillside”.  Mr. Murphy stated the name will be changed to avoid confusion.  Ms. Buskirk asked for more screening around the Pannebaker property.

 

MOTION #1

Mr. Bolt moved, seconded by Mr. Moyer, to recommend approval of the following waivers:

1.       Section 143-6A(2)(a) Scale of original property description

2.       Section 143-6A(2)(d) Scale of subdivision

3.       Section 143-6A(2) Individual driveway profile

4.       Section 145-4E Street rights-of-way to construct traffic circles

5.       Section 145-4C Street right-of-way for boulevard entrance

6.       Section 179-3B(1) Street trees within 5’of right of way

The motion passed unanimously.

 

MOTION #2

Mr. Bolt moved, seconded by Ms. Buskirk, to recommend approval of final subdivision plan #05.011 Winslett Phase IV, tax parcel #68-019-011 contingent upon:

·         Submission of Open Space Maintenance Plan with developer’s agreements

·         Approval of the erosion and sedimentation control plan by DCCD

·         Paying fee in lieu of parkland dedication

·         Posting of the proper improvement guarantee and execution of a development agreement

·         Addressing comments from the Environmental Advisory Council, Dauphin County Planning Commission, Public Safety Advisory Board and the Park and Recreation Board

·         Other items determined necessary by Township Ordinance

The motion passed unanimously.

 

3.       #05.012 P/LD Townes @ Briar Creek – Mr. Mellott and Mr. Weingarten were in attendance to represent the plan. 

 

Mr. Brulo presented comments dated August 18, 2005:

#8 Regarding the autoturn analysis, provide data to insure that the design vehicle meets the criteria of emergency services.

#9 Regarding the emergency access, provide an access restriction detail, a means to delineate the access in the field to help direct emergency services over the stabilized area, and a profile.

#12B Due to the narrowness of Dewey Drive and Myrtle Drive, the Township should consider requesting the developer to upgrade the bituminous material and widen the roads to 24’ which would include 10’ travel lanes and 2’ shoulders.  We recommend the developer obtain core borings to determine a proper design to upgrade the existing bituminous material.  Mr. Weingarten stated it would be problematic and expensive for the developer to widen Dewey Drive and Myrtle Drive.  However, the developer has proposed to overly those streets or will provide the Township with a cash contribution of $33,000.  Mr. Weingarten stated this is a reasonable off site accommodation to the township.  Mr. Brulo reminded the Commission and the applicant that negotiations are conducted with the Board of Supervisors and that his recommendation will stand.

 

Mr. Leonard presented the following comments:

#3  Turning radius for emergency vehicles at entrance?  Could 25’ radius be increased for better access?

#4  No LOD shown on sheet 4-1, although listed in key.

#6  Designated open spaces identified by metes and bounds.

Mr. Leonard reported he spoke with Joel McNaughton regarding name of streets around the loop road.

Hydrant locations were discussed.

 

Ms. Buskirk presented EAC comments:

#3 & #5 Add the limits of disturbance lines to the construction sequence

ZO#2 Adequate water must reach the wetlands for it to stay viable.  Mr. Mellott stated water is now directed to the wetland through an inlet.

 

Mr. Moyer expressed his concern about the poor condition of the existing roads.  Ms. Buskirk expressed concern about adding an addition 600 trips per day to small local streets.  Discussion ensued regarding classification of streets and the fact that this development dumps out on small local roads instead of a major through street.  The Commission agreed the Board of Supervisors should be aware of the problems with the existing street system impacted by this development.

 

MOTION

Ms. Buskirk moved, seconded by Mr. Zeiters, to recommend plan #05.012 P/LD Townes @ Briar Creek, of McNaughton Company, tax parcel #68-024-024 and #68-042-032 not be approved based upon:

·         Section 195-89 Roadway standards

·         Section 173-25A(6) Street systems

·         Section 173-25B(6) Access street

·         Section 173-25A(2) Street systems

The motion passed 3-1 with Mr. Bolt voting nay.

 

4.       #05.014 F/LD Ciocca Dodge, Allentown Boulevard – Scott McMackin, Cowan Associates, was in attendance to represent the plan.

 

Mr. Brulo presented comments dated August 18, 2005:

#3 Provide a continuous Building Setback Line around the perimeter of the entire lot.

#7 Provide the location of a fire hydrant on the plan, preferably at the joint driveway with Ciocca Honda.

#8 Revise the driveway exit condition as the emergency vehicle travel path is outside the curb on the exit lane.

#15 Provide an appraisal for FILO, using the value of one buildable acre of land.  Also, provide a written exemption request to the BOS.

#18 Note to be placed on the plan stating that the sidewalk will be installed when requested by the Township

#19 Provide a lighting plan.

#20 We recommend the owner provide a contribution towards the improvements to Rt 22/Bretz Drive.

 

Brian Dickson, DCPC, presented comments dated 8/24/05:

#12 Suggest sidewalks are jointly coordinated.

#13 Dealing with a large number of vehicles, conform with all air & water quality standards

#14 County would prefer to see one driveway entrance/exit for both dealerships onto Rt 22 and Benjamin Court.

 

Mr. Leonard presented the following comments:

#2 Stormwater easements are changing.

#5 Utility easements have changed and need to be shown.

ZO#1 Need photometric plan of lighting.

#2 Parking lot needs islands and tree landscaping.

#3 10’ buffer for head-in parking needs landscaping.

 

Ms. Buskirk presented EAC comments:

#6 Drainage and stormwater management

Discussion regarding mitigated wetlands.

Hydrant locations discussed.

 

MOTION #1

Mr. Bolt moved, seconded by Mr. Moyer, to recommend approval of the following wavier:

1.       Section 173-11A Preliminary plan requirements

The motion passed unanimously.

 

MOTION #2

Mr. Bolt moved, seconded by Ms. Buskirk, to recommend approval of final land development plan #05.014 Ciocca Dodge, tax parcel #68-035-021 contingent upon:

·         Approval of the sewage planning module by DEP

·         Approval of the erosion and sedimentation control plan by DCCD

·         NPDES Phase II permit from DEP

·         Paying the fee in lieu of parkland dedication

·         Approval of waivers by BOS

·         Addressing comments from the Environmental Advisory Council, Dauphin County Planning Commission, Public Safety Advisory Board and the Park and Recreation Board

·         Incorporating Township engineer’s comments

·         Addressing staff review comments

·         Other items as determined by the Township

The motion passed unanimously.

 

5.       #05.015 F/LD 7760 Allentown Boulevard, All Pro – Mr. Ziltz, Act One Consultants, was in attendance to represent the plan.  Mr. Ziltz reported this plan proposed the expansion of an existing building on the site to provide 6000 sq ft of covered storage.

 

Mr. Brulo presented comments dated August 18, 2005:

#1B The applicant requests that the sidewalk be located outside the street right of way and be treated as an interior pathway.  The Commission should consider the precedent that this request will make relative to the location of other future sidewalks and how they will tie into each other.

#1C Applicant requests FILO calculation be based upon the 6,000 square feet improvement.

#7 Provide an access easement and maintenance agreement and show it on the plan with metes and bounds for the entrances from Rt 22 and Manor Drive

#8 Provide a lighting detail, photometric values and a photometric plan

#9 Provide spot elevations and calculations showing that runoff will not be more concentrated than existing conditions as it enters the Sudavi property or the Rt 22 right of way.  Mr. Brulo suggested some underground infiltration.

 

Mr. Dickson, DCPC, presented the following comments:

#7 Please verify that with the addition to the existing building, that the non-pervious surface coverage of the property dose not exceed 75%.

 

Mr. Leonard reported that sidewalks should be shown along Allentown Boulevard.  Waiver request for location needs to offer a reasonable alternative.

 

Ms. Buskirk asked that the location of existing man-made features adjacent to proposed site; soils h soul be shown on the plan.  The storm sewer by Poppi Al’s should be shown on the plan.

 

MOTION #1

Mr. Moyer moved, seconded by Ms. Buskirk, to recommend approval of the following waivers:

1.       Section 173-11A Preliminary plan requirements

2.       Section 173-27B Placement of sidewalks

3.       Section 173-37C(1) Paying fee in lieu of land dedication

The motion passed unanimously.

 

MOTION #2

Mr. Moyer moved, seconded by Ms. Buskirk, to recommend approval of final land development plan #05.015, 7760 Allentown Boulevard, tax parcel #68-025-027 contingent upon:

·         Approval of the erosion and sedimentation control plan by DCCD

·         Paying the fee in lieu of parkland dedication

·         Possible contribution towards the Manor Drive/Allentown Boulevard intersection improvements

·         Granting of waivers by BOS

·         Addressing comments from the Environmental Advisory Council, Dauphin County Planning Commission, Public Safety Advisory Board and the Park and Recreation Board

·         Addressing staff and Township engineer’s review comments

·         Other items determined necessary by the Township

The motion passed unanimously.

 

VI.       OLD BUSINESS
 
  1. Hanoverdale Hamlet/Neighborhood Commercial Rezoning – Tabled

 

VII.      NEW BUSINESS

 

VIII.        OTHER BUSINESS THAT MAY COME BEFORE THE COMMISSION

 

Mary Ann Yahn, Piketown Road – Ms. Yahn stated her property recently was rezoned to R1.  She asked that the Commission consider her property as Conservation to match what she owns across the street.  Chairman Zeiters stated a list of properties is to be provided to the Commission by the Board for reconsideration.

 

IX.              ADJOURNMENT

 

The meeting adjourned at 9:45 p.m.