THURSDAY, APRIL
28, 2005
MEMBERS
PRESENT MEMBERS
ABSENT
David Wingeard Terry
Bailey
Carol Buskirk
STAFF
PRESENT
Robert Leonard, Zoning Administrator Julie
Hoepfer, Administrative Assistant
OTHERS
PRESENT
Steve Quigley, H Edward Black & Associates Melissa Batula, Act
One Consultants
Robert Jones
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. Wingeard moved, seconded by Ms. Zemock to approve the March 24,
2005 regular meeting minutes. The motion
passed with Ms. Buskirk abstaining.
Ms. Buskirk moved, seconded by Mr. Bolt to approve the April 13, 2005
workshop meeting minutes. The motion
passed with Ms. Zemlock and Mr. Wingeard abstaining.
IV.
PUBLIC COMMENT
V. SUBDIVISION/LAND DEVELOPMENT APPLICATIONS
B.
Preliminary and/or Final Subdivision/Land
Development Plans
1.
#05.006 P/SB Sagewicke Annex, Houck Properties – Tabled
2. #05.009 F/LD
Mr. Brulo’s comments dated April 21,
2005 were presented as follows:
#1B Waiver for
Dedication of open space to be removed.
No longer needed.
#9A The isolux
diagram shows that light in excess of 0.5 footcandles spills over the property
line. Mr. Quigley noted this and stated
if a glare problem results a shield will be installed. Mr. Brulo agreed.
#10 A
contribution in the amount of $84,905 is recommended for traffic improvements
at the intersection of Bretz Drive/Rt 22.
Mr. Quigley asked for a copy of the formula.
Mr. Dickson, DCPC, presented comments from his report
dated April 18th as follows:
#6 Dedicatory
statement is missing.
Mr. Leonard presented comments from his report dated April
20, 2005 as follows:
#1 Provide
verification of electromagnetic screening.
Mr. Quigley stated a letter is forthcoming.
#2 Provide
emergency turning analysis
#3 Show sketch
of signs or submit with permit application
Submit an appraisal for the FILO calculation,
prior to going to BOS
Ms. Buskirk reviewed the following EAC comments:
#2 Rain
garden and swale infiltration areas must be protected after initial
grading. Mr. Quigley stated a note will
be added to the plan describing methods to break up the already compacted soil
prior to planting. Mr. Quigley added
that a stone infiltration bed will be installed under the parking lot and roof
drainage will be directed to this area.
Motion #1
Ms. Zemlock moved, seconded by Mr. Wingeard to recommend
approval of the following waivers:
1.
Section 173-11.A Preliminary
plan requirements
The motion passed with Mr. Bolt abstaining.
Motion #2
Ms. Zemlock moved, seconded by Mr. Wingeard
to recommend approval of final land development plan #05.009
·
Approval of waivers by BOS
·
Sewage module approval by PA DEP
·
Approval of the Erosion and Sedimentation Control Plan by DCCD
·
NPDES Phase II permit from PA DEP
·
Paying the fee in lieu of land dedication
·
Setting up an improvements agreement
·
Contributing towards the Bretz Drive/Rt 22 intersection improvements
·
Addressing outstanding review comments from Township staff and Township
Engineer
·
Addressing comments from the EAC, Park and Recreation Board and Public
Safety Advisory Board.
·
Other items determined necessary by Township Ordinances.
The motion passed with Mr. Bolt abstaining.
3. #05.010 F/LD
Mr. Brulo’s comments dated April 21, 2005 were presented
as follows:
#1C The applicant
needs to provide the roadway grades so we can confirm the traveling speed that
corresponds to the available sight distance.
Use the correct ordinance call in the waiver request and request a
waiver of sight distance in lieu of clear sight triangles.
#12 Provide
the projected new peak hour trips so we can determine is a TIS is needed.
#14 Provide a
metes and bounds description of the entire perimeter of the right of way are
being offered for dedication.
#15 Provide
calculations showing that conveyance facilities to the pond are adequate.
Mr. Brulo addressed Ms. Buskirk’s concern
regarding the existing pond and infiltration.
It appears no water is being detained because the bottom of the pond is
brought up from the original design. Ms.
Batula will investigate.
Mr. Brulo also asked that the sidewalks along
After some discussion it was agreed waivers
for erosion and sedimentation control and stormwater management are not needed.
Mr. Dickson, DCPC, presented comments from
his report dated April 18th as follows
#6 Cannot
identify existing or proposed water or sewer main on the plan.
#7 The paving
width and dedicated ROW should be shown for Rt 22 and
#13 PENNDOT
HOP statement required.
Mr. Leonard presented comments from his report dated
April 20, 2005 as follows:
#1 Location
map has some incorrect data and missing north arrow.
#3 Provide a
letter from the WH Twp Water & Sewer Authority regarding capacity
#6 Correct
the owners’ name in certification block.
Mr. Leonard indicated he does not support a waiver for
relief of payment of FILO, but would support a reduced amount based on the
addition.
EAC had no comments.
Motion #1
Mr. Bolt moved, seconded by Mr. Wingeard to recommend
approval of the following waivers:
1.
Section 173-11A Preliminary plan requirements
2.
Section 173-11B(2)(cc) Sight
distance along
The motion passed unanimously.
Motion #2
Mr. Bolt moved, seconded by Mr. Wingeard to
recommend approval of final land development plan #
·
Receiving capacity letter from the WH Twp Water & Sewer Authority
·
Paying the fee in lieu of parkland dedication. Apportioned amount to be set by BOS.
·
Setting up the improvements agreement.
·
Possible contribution towards
·
Providing calculations confirming there is no need for an Erosion and
Sedimentation Control Plan or Stormwater Management Plan
·
Approval of waivers by BOS
·
Addressing review comments from the Township staff and Township
Engineer
·
Addressing comments from DCPC, EAC, Park and Recreation Board and
Public Safety Advisory Board
The motion passed unanimously.
A. Hanoverdale Hamlet/Neighborhood Commercial Rezoning -
Tabled
The meeting adjourned at 8:15
p.m.