4. The Policy addresses stormwater impacts through implementation of performance standards to reduce or prevent pollutants from reaching water bodies and control the quantity of runoff from a site. Submission of photographs depicting existing conditions, views and vistas from various locations on the property and from public and private ways shall accompany the plan submission. The cost of such maintenance by the Town shall be assessed against the properties within the development and/or to the owner of the open space. At completion of the project the permittee shall submit as-built record drawings of all structural stormwater controls and best management treatment practices required for the site. The Special Permit Granting Authority may refer a Special Permit application to any other town agency/board/department for comments and recommendations if it so desires before taking final action on said Special Permit application. Such a buffer shall be designed so as not to create a hazard upon entrance or exit from the facility. If any Regulated Substances are stored on the construction site during the construction process, they shall be stored in a location and manner that will minimize any possible risk of release to the environment. The applicant shall submit a fully inclusive estimate of the costs associated with removal, prepared by a qualified engineer. Building Regulations. 4. An LGSPI shall be set back from property lines consistent with the applicable regulations for the Limited Commercial District, with the exception of necessary connection equipment to utility transmission facilities. 11 and Chapter 41, sec. (a)Remove all of the LGSPI in its entirety, including all associated structures, equipment, security barriers and transmission lines from the site. Encourage the permanent preservation of open space, agricultural and forestry land, other natural resources including water bodies and wetlands, and historical and archeological resources. (c) In all zones, the application of pesticides, herbicides, fertilizers, fungicides, and rodenticides for non-residential or non-agricultural purposes shall require a special permit. 4.3.11 A new or enlarged existing dwelling containing not more than 4 dwelling units if authorized by a special permit issued by the Planning Board in accordance with the provisions of Section 7.5 (Special Permits); in addition, the following stated provisions shall also apply. Government Zoning, Site Plan Review and Development Review To discuss potential developments /site plans, please call the Village Manager and Zoning Administrator, Michael Sessions, at 734-428-7877 or email msessions@vil-manchester.org Zoning Compliance and Site Plan Review Applications may be found on this site under Village Forms The revised RCC offers continues to allow for clustered housing with no increase in density. The Board of Appeals shall adopt rules, not inconsistent with the provisions of this By-Law and The Zoning Act or other applicable provisions of the General Laws, for the conduct of its business and shall file a copy of such rules with the Town Clerk. However, the applicant is encouraged to prepare sufficient preliminary architectural and/or engineering drawings to inform the Planning Board of the location of the proposed WECF, as well as its scale and overall design. A proposed subdivision of land into six (6) or more lots shall be filed in accordance with the provisions of Section 9.2.4, below. proposed location is suitable for an RCC Development under the terms and provisions of this section. 6.7.3.1 All land shown on a plan for which a Special Permit is granted that is not included in building lots shall be open land. B. objectives for the development of affordable housing in compliance with the Manchester-by-the-Seas Comprehensive Plan, G.L. That portion of the Setback Area of a lot between the lines delimiting its minimum side building setbacks from its front exterior boundaries to the line delimiting its minimum front building setback, all as so prescribed, is the Central Front Setback Area; and the remaining portion of the Setback Area is the Side/Rear Setback Area. A. Signs on LGSPI shall comply with the requirements of all applicable sign regulations, and shall be limited to: (a)Those necessary to identify the owner, provide a 24-hour emergency contact phone number, and warn of any danger. No special permit shall be granted by the Planning Board, unless, in its judgment, following input from other municipal boards, departments, agencies and their staff, the Board determines that reasonable measures shall be or already have been taken to comply with the requirements of Section 7.5 and to: (1) mitigate against potential negative impacts on visual quality upon neighboring properties by incorporating reasonable design, siting and screening methods; and. In addition to the Bylaw Recodification and Update, the Planning Board is also considering some more substantive changes to the Zoning Bylaw that the Board will vet through other thorough community review processes. Remove all of the LGSPI in its entirety, including all associated structures, Dispose of all solid and hazardous waste in accordance with local, state, and, Stabilize or re-vegetate the site as necessary to minimize erosion. Should you observe stray animals, please report to the County Animal Control Office @ 410-848-4810. 10.2.4.2 Located within the Flood Plain District are areas designated as coastal high hazard areas (Zone VE). Any existing facility with such a drainage system shall be required to either seal the floor drain (in accordance with the state plumbing code, 248 CMR 2.00), connect the drain to a municipal sewer system (with all appropriate permits and pre-treatment), or connect the drain to a holding tank meeting the requirements of all appropriate DEP regulations and policies. A member may be removed only for cause by the Board of Selectmen and only after a written statement of the facts on which removal for cause is based has been presented to such member and a public hearing has been held at which the member has been afforded the opportunity to be heard. 1. Within that portion of Residence District D included within a line running one hundred (100') feet from, and parallel to, the easterly and westerly sidelines of Pine Street, the northerly and southerly sidelines of Pleasant Street, the westerly sideline of School Street, the northerly sideline of Pleasant Street Extension, the easterly sideline of Arbella Street, and the northerly sidelines of Lincoln Street, specifically defined as the area depicted in Article 21 of the 1985 Annual Town Meeting, the conversion of a single-family residence in existence on the lot as of May 6, 1991 to a two-dwelling unit structure and the construction of a two-dwelling unit are permitted, if authorized by a special permit issued by the Zoning Board of Appeals in accordance with Section 7.5 (Special Permits) and M.G.L. WECF and Met Towers shall be subject to the following dimensional requirements: A WECF shall be no higher than four hundred fifty (450) feet above the elevation at its base. The applicant for development subject to this Bylaw may pay a fee in lieu of the construction of affordable units. The office of the Building Inspector is responsible for the enforcement of this By-Law and the issuance of building permits. (i) Landfills receiving only wastewater residuals and/or septage approved by the Department pursuant to M.G.L. 4.3.8 Printing and publishing and similar uses. Some parts of the Manchester Zoning Regulations may be varied by the Zoning Board of Appeals, if a hardship can be shown to the Board at a public hearing. 5.10.2.1 Toxic or Hazardous Materials: Any substance or mixture of such physical, chemical or infectious characteristics as to pose a significant, actual or potential hazard to water supplies, or other hazard to human health, if such substance or mixture were discharged to land or waters of this town. As an exception, where the open space is proposed to be deeded to the Town or a qualified land trust pursuant to 6.13.7 of this Bylaw, and in fact, such a transfer occurs, a minimum of 50% of the upland area of the parcel shall be provided as open space. 5. The Zoning Enforcement Office determines whether proposed uses of land are permitted at the location described, provides guidance for the location of buildings (from malls to tool sheds) and assists in the enforcement of some town ordinances. 4.1.7 The office of a doctor, dentist or other member of a recognized profession provided there is no display or advertising except for a small professional sign not over one square foot in area. c. stormwater management BMPs are maintained as designed. [Adopted 2003]. 2. 5.7.2 The structures on the lot shall cover not more than twenty percent (20%) of the area of the lot, and at least twenty-five percent (25%) of the area of the lot shall be of natural or landscaped area. Residents are reminded that grass and weeds are NOT TO EXCEED 12 IN HEIGHT. A full written report including the steps taken to contain and clean up the spill shall be submitted to the Fire Department, Director of Public Works, and the Town Administrator within fifteen (15) days of discovery of the spill. (4) provide for testing and monitoring of radio frequency emissions, as follows: (a) Pre-testing. 4. Chapter 40A, Section 9 and Section 7.5 of the Zoning By-Law, with the exception that a public hearing shall be held within thirty (30) days after the filing of a complete application with the Town Clerk, and the Zoning Board of Appeals at a regularly scheduled Zoning Board of Appeals meeting. For instance, handling Regulated Substances in the proximity of water bodies or wetlands may be improper. Therefore, this email communication may be subject to public disclosure.******. Ownership Options: At the developers option and subject to approval by the. Also, NO buildings are to be located on drainage and utility easements. At a minimum, these materials shall include exterior architectural drawings, stamped by a registered architect, depicting the appearance and location on the lot relative to front, side and rear yard setbacks, and the proximity to existing structures of the new or converted structure. The resale controls shall be established through a deed rider or an affordable housing restriction as defined by G.L. Curb cuts will be referred to as driveway entrances and reviewed with specific criteria by the DPW. each. 7.6 Other By-Laws, Rules or Regulations. All Right Reserved 2014 Total IT Software Solutions Pvt. The construction of fencing that will not substantially alter existing terrain or drainage patterns; 4. View on Map, Agenda, Actions and Minutes (1995-present), Join C.E.R.T. D. Fee Structure. [Added 1984], 6.8 Blank [Planned Residential Development Deleted 2021]. Town of Manchester Sheds will be counted in the total square footage of accessory buildings or structures. Provisions shall be made by agreement, duly executed in form, suitable for recording that such open land shall be: (a) Owned and maintained either by a trust or association, or in common by the owners of the lots. Special Permits shall be valid for a period of two (2) years from the effective date of the special permit. 4.1.9.2 The garaging or maintaining on any lot of not more than 1 commercial vehicle. The object is to enhance the quality of life for the residents of the lot, the immediate neighborhood, and the Town generally, and to discourage unnecessary or excessive removal of rock. Upon completion of construction, all unused and waste Regulated Substances and containment systems shall be removed from the construction site by the responsible contractor, and shall be disposed of in a proper manner as prescribed by law. The updates, changes and additions are intended to create regulations that are easier to understand, provide greater guidance to permitting Boards, reduce redundancy and help align Zoning regulations with the goals and objectives of the Towns Master Plan. One or three line electrical diagram detailing the solar photovoltaic installation, associated components, and electrical interconnection methods, with all current National Electrical Code compliant disconnects and over current devices; v.Documentation of the major system components to be used, including the photovoltaic panels, mounting system, and inverter; vi. Upon receipt of the Planning Boards written decision regarding said plan, the applicant may submit a Definitive Subdivision/ RCC Development plan in accordance with the Planning Boards written decision. In reviewing an application under this Bylaw, the Planning Board shall rely, to the extent. [Revised 2012], (c) All development and/or uses within the Flood Plain District shall comply with all applicable local laws and regulations. [Added 2015] [Amended 2018]. ft. of gross sales or service floor area 1, 100 sq. 6.7.2.10 All studies, plans, design criteria with regard to all engineering aspects of a plan submitted under the Section shall conform to the Subdivision Rules and Regulations of the Town of Manchester-by-the-Sea. [Revised 2012]. Any new development, expansion, or change of use other than a single-family or two-family residence which would, under the parking schedule "Off-Street Parking Regulations" of Section 6.2, require ten (10) or more parking spaces, regardless of the number of parking spaces existing on the premises, shall be permitted only upon the issuance of a special permit from the Planning Board for Site Plan Review. The sq. The Planning Board shall cause the project site to be inspected by its representative at the following stages: 1. 7.5 of the Manchester-by-the-Sea Zoning By-Law, and M.G.L. 3. 5.10.1.1 Safeguards: Provisions shall be made to protect against toxic or hazardous materials discharge or loss resulting from corrosion, accidental damage, spillage or vandalism through measures such as: prohibition of underground fuel storage tanks; spill control provisions in the vicinity of chemical or fuel delivery points; secured storage areas for toxic or hazardous materials; and indoor storage provisions for corrodible or dissolvable materials. c.94G and regulations promulgated and/or incorporated thereunder, and otherwise by their plain language. The SPAA may direct the applicant to deposit funds with the SPAA for such review at the time the application is accepted, and to add additional funds as needed upon notice. Planning Board, all areas to be protected as open space shall be: (a) Conveyed to the Town to be placed under the care, custody and control of the Conservation Commission, and be accepted by it for a park or open space use. No portion of the open space containing components of a sewage disposal system(s) shall count toward the open space requirements of Section 9.2.5.4, nor shall any portion of said open space areas be accepted by the Town or conveyed to a nonprofit organization other than a corporation or trust described in Section 9.2.7(c). [Added 1987], 7.5.1 Certain uses are designated in this By-Law as requiring a special permit. 8. The applicant shall be required to present detailed hydrogeologic and hydrologic information to the Planning Board indicating that the location is, in fact, not within a Ground and Surface Water Resource Overlay Protection District. (2) protect against potential damage to neighboring properties from tower/structure failure or collapse and falling ice. 10.3.8 Severability: The provisions of this By-Law are severable from each other and the invalidity of any provisions or section shall not invalidate any other provision or section thereof. c) The assumptions used to determine an affordable purchase price, including but not limited to minimum down payment, mortgage interest rate, term, closing and other costs shall be consistent with first-time homebuyer mortgage products available from commercial lending institutions located in or serving Manchester-by-the-Sea at the time of application for a special permit, all in accordance with the Inclusionary Housing Submission Requirements and Procedures Manual adopted by the Planning Board and filed with the Town Clerk. ft. home is a 2 bed, 1.0 bath property. This By-Law applies to large-scale ground-mounted solar photovoltaic installations, as defined herein, proposed to be constructed after the effective date of this By-Law. The Planning Board shall require that said construction shall be completed within a specific period of time; or. (4) Disturb more than 30% of the Interior Area. A buffer or greenstrip planted with live shrubs or trees, predominantly evergreen, shall if feasible be maintained between the perimeter of the LGSPI and any abutting property line or street unless the existing natural growth is adequate to provide an equivalent buffer. 9.4.8 Provision of Affordable Housing Units Off-Site, As an alternative to the requirements of Section 9.4.5.1(a), an applicant subject to the, Bylaw may develop, construct or otherwise provide affordable units equivalent to those, required by Section 9.4.5 off-site. The Manchester Planning Commission proposes the attached Manchester Land Use & Development Ordinance to replace the current ordinance adopted by the Selectboard on December 16, 2015. At the Planning Board's discretion within six (6) months of the cessation of use of any facility for use as a Personal Wireless Telecommunication Service Facility, the facility, all support buildings and/or structures, all foundations and pads and any other items installed under this Special Permit shall be removed by the owner/operator and the site shall be restored to a condition equal to or surpassing that which existed prior to construction. All buildings and fixtures forming part of a solar photovoltaic installation shall be constructed in accordance with the State and/or Local Building Code. The new Senior Housing provision is intended to encourage the development of assisted living and long-term car for seniors and to create health care, housing and other supportive services for our senior population. Purposes: Open space shall be used solely for recreation, conservation, or, agriculture purposes by residents and/or the public. Any tools or equipment necessary to accomplish same shall be available in case of a release. The applicant shall be advised of the selection of an outside consultant, and of the sum to be deposited with the Town in a special account for the reasonable fees for the employment of the same. All references to elevations should be to NGVD (National Geodetic Vertical Datum). Zoning By-Law: The Manchester Zoning By-Law. 3. The Planning Board shall meet with an applicant under this regulation within twenty-one (21) days or at the next scheduled meeting, following a written request submitted to the Planning Board. water meter, electric meter, etc.). streams, marshes, historic sites, unique geological and botanical areas or features, trails, paths and open-space links, specimen trees, wildlife habitat and contiguous forested areas, and preserve natural vegetative buffer zones abutting neighboring parcels. Create a Town of Manchester-by-the-Sea 10 Central Street Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA 01944-1399 Town Hall Hours. The Planning Board shall determine the minimum lot dimensions and set backs appropriate to the use proposed. (b) Emergency Plan: An emergency plan shall be prepared and filed with the Special Permit application indicating the procedures which will be followed in the event of spillage of a Regulated Substance so as to control and collect all such spilled material in such a manner as to prevent it from reaching any storm or sanitary drains or the ground water. Development [Amended 2007]. Ground and Surface Water Resource Overlay Protection Districts, as shown on the maps described in 4.9.3, shall be considered to be superimposed over any other district established in this By-Law. Any request for a renewal of a Special Permitshall be subject to publication notice requirements as required for an originalapplication for a Special Permit. c. 40A, 5. d) Upon adoption of this bylaw by town meeting, the Planning Board shall prepare and adopt an Inclusionary Housing Submission Requirements and Procedures Manual after holding a public hearing on the same. 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