WEST HANOVER TOWNSHIP PLANNING COMMISSION

7171 ALLENTOWN BOULEVARD, HARRISBURG, PA  17112

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 15, 2005

 

MEMBERS PRESENT                                                          MEMBERS ABSENT

Jim Zeiters                                                                                Carol Buskirk

Rick Bolt                                                                                  Marlin Moyer

Barbara Zemlock                                                                      Terry Bailey

David Wingeard

 

STAFF PRESENT

Julie Hoepfer, Administrative Assistant                                       Al Brulo, Township Engineer

Robert Leonard, Zoning Administrator                                        Brian Dickson, DCPC

 

OTHERS PRESENT

Bill Gladstone                                                                            Sara Fuller

Joshua Millman                                                                         John Kohler

Bud Grove                                                                                Mitch Kemp

John Meyer

 

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

 

Ms. Hoepfer noted a few minor corrections (typos) to the November 17, 2005 meeting minutes.

 

Mr. Bolt moved, seconded by Mr. Zeiters to approve the November 17, 2005 amended meeting minutes.  The motion passed with Ms. Zemlock abstaining.

 

IV        PUBLIC COMMENT

 

V          SUBDIVISION/LAND DEVELOPMENT APPLICATIONS

 

A.                 Sketch Plan

 

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

 

1.         #05.019 F/SB Clover Hill Lots J, K, L & M  - John Meyer, was present to represent the plan.  This plan was before the Commission at the November meeting.

 

            Mr. Brulo presented comments from his report dated 12/8/05:

            #2        Remove the “Overall Preliminary Plan” waiver request from the title sheet, as this waiver is not needed since there was not a preliminary plan for this area.

            #3        Provide a sidewalk in front of Lot O

 

            Mr. Leonard presented comments from his report dated 12/7/05:

            #1        Correction of site data note #7

 

            Mr. Bolt asked that the access easement be shown by metes and bounds.

 

Motion #1

Ms. Zemlock moved, seconded by Mr. Wingeard to recommend approval of waivers to:

            1.         Section 173-11A Preliminary plan procedure

2.         Section 173-12 Overall preliminary plan with the exception of Chapter 168 new stormwater regulations.

The motion passed unanimously.

 

Motion #2

Ms. Zemlock moved, seconded by Mr. Wingeard to recommend approval of final subdivision plan #05.019, Clover Hill Lots J, K, L & M, tax parcel #68-035-112, 113 & 144 contingent upon:

·         Approval of waivers by BOS

·         Addressing outstanding review comments from the Township Staff, Township Engineer, EAC, PSAB, DCPC and the Park and Recreation Board

·         Other items determined necessary by Township Ordinances

The motion passed unanimously.

 

2.         #05.020 F/LD CBHNP Office – John Meyer was in attendance to represent the plan.  This plan was also before the Commission at the November meeting.

 

            Mr. Brulo presented comments from his report dated 12/8/05:

            #4        For the shared driveway, provide an ownership and maintenance agreement to be reviewed and approved by the Solicitor.  Also, provide a detail showing a pavement section consistent with the roadway standards for the portion of the driveway within the ROW.

#7A      Lighting in excess of 0.5 footcandles spills over between lots N & O.  Consequently, providing a lighting easement.

#7B      Lighting in excess of 0.5 footcandles spills over onto the ROW of Carlson Road.  Consequently, either shield/move the lights or obtain a determination from the Zoning Officer that this is acceptable.

#9        Proposed traffic trip generation counts and recommendation for a contribution for improvements at the intersection of Route 22 and Bretz Drive will be provided under separate cover.

 

EAC Comments:

#1        Construction easement extends LOD lines extend on to the open space lot, although there is no re-grading shown.  Describe existing vegetation in this area on the plan and identify any specimen trees that will be protected.

#2        To reduce erosion on the slope above RG-3 consider either terracing, providing an infiltration trench along the slope four to six feet about the rain garden, and/or planting a fescue mix.

 

Mr. Leonard presented comments from his report dated 12/8/05:

#1        Landscaping plan was incorrect reference.

What is happening with the swales on Lot O?  Mr. Brulo explained they are temporary swales.  When lot O is developed the swale will be removed and replaced with a permanent stormwater system.

 

Mr. Leonard added that the EAC asked if the green area in front of the building could be looked at for another rain garden.

 


Motion #1

Mr. Bolt moved, seconded by Ms. Zemlock to recommend approval of waivers to:

1.                   Section 173-11A Preliminary plan procedure

2.                   Section 173-37 Land dedication and fee in lieu

3.                   Section 173-71 Traffic impact study

The motion passed unanimously.

 

Motion #2

Mr. Bolt moved, seconded by Ms. Zemlock to recommend approval of land development plan #05.020, CBHNP Office, tax parcel #68-035-113 & 114 contingent upon:

·         Approval of waivers by the BOS

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

·         Addressing outstanding review comments from Township staff, Township engineer, EAC, PSAB, DCPC and the Park and Recreation Board

·         Approval of the Erosion and sedimentation control plan and NPDES Phase II from DCCD

The motion passed unanimously.

 

 

3.         #05.021 Millstone Phase III, S & A Homes Inc. – Mr. Kemp, J. Michael Brill & Associates was in attendance to represent the plan. 

 

            Mr. Brulo presented comments from his report dated 12/8/05:

            #1C      Parkland dedication 173-37B – This waiver was previously granted with the preliminary plan and consequently, remove this waiver from the requested waivers

            #4        Provide an updated wetlands study

            #5        Provide roadway stationing on the plan associated with the road profile on sheet 12 of 15.  It appears that there is substantial fill near Sta 35+100 creating a low point with no drainage outlet on lot 73.

 

            Brian Dickson, DCPC, presented comments from his report dated 12/13/05:

            #6        Provide Township Road Occupancy Statement for extension of Stoneridge Circle.  Mr. Brulo added this road has not been accepted yet.

            #9        Provide proposed coverage calculations.

 

            The PSAB asked that an additional hydrant be placed in the cul-de-sac.

 

            EAC Comments:

            #1        Pedestrian Pathways - A minimum ten foot right of way shall be provided.  Five foot path width shown is ok.

            #2        Tree symbol shown on lot 70 should be identified.

 

            Mr. Leonard presented comments from his report dated 12/6/05:

            #2        Correct the typo on the first waiver request.

            #3        Key maps don’t accurately reflect full page drawings

            #4        Provide an easement agreement for the accessory structure over lot line of lot 70.

            Zoning #1         Erosion Control plan drawing to be updated.

            Mr. Leonard noted that lot 67 shows significant full but also a significant slope.  Be sure grading plan for this lot is correct.

 

            Mr. Bolt asked that all easements be called out by metes and bounds.

 

           


Motion

            Ms. Zemlock moved, seconded by Mr. Wingeard to table plan #05.021 Millstone Phase III of S & A Homes due to outstanding staff and engineering review comments.  The motion passed unanimously.

 

4.         #05.022 F/SB John H Kohler/Sara K Fuller – Mr. Grove, Grove Associates, was in attendance to represent the plan.  The purpose of the subdivision is to subdivide 2 lots off the Casper Kohler farm in accordance with the agreement of the conservancy which allowed two lots to be subdivided off for Mr. Kohler’s children.  This plan received several variances from the Zoning Hearing Board.

 

            Mr. Brulo presented comments from his 12/8/05 report:

            #1        Correct the ordinance sections for the waiver listed on the plan sheet

            #1C      Remove drainage and stormwater waiver since this is an exemption, not a waiver.  Provide calculations, and a design if necessary, to show no increase in runoff to the adjoining properties.  Provide a note on the plan stating that the maximum cumulative additional impervious area on each lot shall not exceed 15,000 sq. ft. and the minimum separation distance is 250 feet.

            #1D      Place a wetlands certification note on the plan that no wetlands exist on the building lots.

            #8        Provide a letter from the DCCD approving the E & S plan.

            #12       What happened to the emergency access easement that was part of the plan during the pre-application meeting?  Mr. Grove stated it serves only two lots and there is already two means of access to the lots.

 

            Mr. Dickson, DCPC, reviewed the following comments dated 12/13/05:

            #11       Provide site distance and site triangle info for the driveway.

            #15       Show gutter line, culverts and other drainage information for the driveway.

            #17a     The extension of the sanitary sewer to the new properties should have easements on Lot 1 for both properties and an easement on lot 2 for the portion extending to Lot 3.

 

            EAC comments dated 12/14/05:

            #3        Existing tree and vegetation preservation – LOD line should be shown on the plan, cut and fill areas and new grading contours should also be shown.

            Correct the setback lines in accordance with FRA requirements.  Mr. Grove will add a note that the orientation of the structure may change.

 

            Mr. Leonard noted that there will need to be an agreement for the shared driveway between lots 2 and 3 and an agreement with the Township for locating a private driveway in a public right-of-way.

 

            Motion #1

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

1.                   Section 173-13 Preliminary plan procedure

2.                   Section 173-15B(28) Existing contours

3.                   Section 173-15C(8) Wetlands study

4.                   Section 173-25, 40E Construction of streets to township standards

5.                   Section 173-37 Parkland, recreation and open space requirements

The motion passed unanimously.

 


Motion #2

Mr. Bolt moved, seconded by Ms. Zemlock to recommend approval of final subdivision plan #05.022 of John H. Kohler and Sara K Fuller, tax parcel #68-024-086 contingent upon:

·         Approval of the sewage planning module by DEP

·         Approval of waivers by the BOS

·         Addressing outstanding comments from Township staff, Township Engineer, EAC, PSAB, DCPC and the Park and Recreation Board.

·         Other items determined necessary by Township Ordinances

The motion passed unanimously.

 

Ms. Zemlock noted that the Commission supports the waiver for both land dedication and FILO due to the remaining 91 acres of the property being in conservancy. 

 

VI.       OLD BUSINESS
 

VII.     NEW BUSINESS

 

VIII.    OTHER BUSINESS THAT MAY COME BEFORE THE COMMISSION

 

Arondale, Yingst Homes Inc. – Mr. Leonard reported that the Arondale Development finally received its DEP permits.  Because of DEP requirements the development will be losing about 4 units due to the detention pond being installed.  This will change some of the grading.  The plan should be going to the Board of Supervisors in January.

 

Chairman Zeiters announced that this was Barbara Zemlock’s last meeting and thanked her for her years of service.

 

Chairman Zeiters reminded the Commission and staff that he will not be at the January meeting due to the Dauphin County Planning Commission dinner.  Mr. Dickson added there will be no County representative at the January meeting for the same reason.

 

IX.       ADJOURNMENT

 

The meeting adjourned at 8:10 p.m.