Planning Board Meeting

Notice of Meeting

Notice is hereby given that a meeting of the Salem Planning Board will be held on

Thursday, October 21, 2021 at 6:30 p.m.

**via remote participation**

in accordance with Chapter 20 of the Acts of 2021.

Bill Griset, Chair

Important Announcement:

Every effort will be made to ensure that the public can adequately access the proceedings in real time, via technological means. In the event that we are unable to do so on matters not requiring a public hearing, we will post on the City of Salem’s website an audio or video recording, transcript, or other comprehensive record of proceedings as soon as possible after the meeting.

Individuals may participate remotely in the meeting via a remote participation platform called Zoom. Members of the public and/or parties with a right and/or requirement to attend this meeting may access the remote participation meeting through any one of the following ways:

Watching the Public Meeting:

• Go to the website link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86017775339?pwd=UzJZZFlybE1jcEZQRHpacGFwM2hvQT09 or
• Go to the website link www.zoom.us/join and enter meeting ID # 860 1777 5339, followed by meeting password 331474, if directed to do so on screen, or
• Dial toll-free phone number 877-853-5257. When prompted enter meeting ID # 860 1777 5339, followed by meeting password 331474, if directed. Those dialing in only will not have access to the direct video feed of the meeting, but can follow along with the project materials available for download at this link (https://cityofsalem1.sharepoint.com/:f:/s/PlanningBoard/Eiex2VK4lulDiqWrUC8UoCYBv2pwr4dBfkRaaUILXEgnog?e=AKzvGG) or
• Watch the meeting live on Salem Access Television Channel 22.

Providing Public Comment During the Meeting:

Members of the public attending this meeting virtually will be allowed to make comments during the portion of the hearing designated for each agenda item. Members of the public will be asked to use the virtual “Raise Hand” function in Zoom to indicate that they would like to provide comment.

• Dial *9 on your phone’s dial pad to raise your hand if you are using the toll-free phone number.
• Click the “raise hand” button if you are using the Zoom application on your computer or phone.

For each agenda item, the moderator will identify attendees with raised hands by their screenname or the last 3 digits of their telephone number and will then unmute them. The moderator will then request that the attendee unmute their device to provide their full name, address, and comment for the record.

The moderator will go down the list of attendees in the order presented by the Zoom application. The attendee list is ordered so that phone numbers are first, followed by an alphabetical list of the screen names of attendees accessing Zoom through a computer, tablet, or smartphone. Anyone that speaks about an issue unrelated to the agenda items will be immediately muted.

Providing Public Comment Before the Meeting:

Members of the public can alternatively email their comment before the start of the meeting to: planningboardcomments@salem.com

Familiarizing Yourself with Zoom

We encourage members of the public to install and familiarize themselves with Zoom in advance of the meeting

If you plan on providing public comment and are logging into this meeting via the Zoom application, please test your speakers and microphone ahead of time. If we have trouble hearing you when you speak, we will move on to the next person and try to return to you later in the list. If this happens, we recommend that you call the toll-free number to access the meeting and provide your comment.

The zoom meeting will open 15 minutes before the start of the meeting to allow participants to connect and practice with the audio and raise hand functions.

MEETING AGENDA

1. ROLL CALL

1. DEVELOPMENT UPDATE

1. Witch Hill Subdivision Update

1. REGULAR AGENDA

1. Location:         73 Lafayette Street (Map 34, Lot 430), 75 Lafayette Street (Map 34,  Lot 431), 85 & 87 Lafayette Street (Map 34, Lot 432), 89 Lafayette Street (Map 34, Lot 433), and 9 Peabody Street (Map 34, Lot 232)  

Applicant:       North Shore Community Development Corporation (NSCDC) &  

North Shore Community Health Center (NSCHC)  

Description:    A continuance of a public hearing for all persons interested in the application of NORTH SHORE COMMUNITY DEVELOMENT CORP (NSCDC) and NORTH SHORE COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER (NSCHC) for the property located at 73 Lafayette Street (Map 34, Lot 430), 75 Lafayette Street (Map 34, Lot 431), 85 & 87 Lafayette Street (Map 34, Lot 432), 89 Lafayette Street (Map 34, Lot 433), and 9 Peabody Street (Map 34, Lot 232) for a Site Plan Review, Planned Unit Development special permit, and Flood Hazard Overlay District special permit for a project in the Entrance Corridor Overlay District in accordance with the following sections of the Salem Zoning Ordinance: Section 9.5 Site Plan Review; Section 7.3 Planned Unit Development; Section 8.1 Flood Hazard Overlay District.   

Specifically, the applicant proposes a project that will consist of three buildings, two of which will occupy the corner at Lafayette and Derby, and a third at the nearby site at 9 Peabody. At 73 Lafayette Street the applicant proposes a 6-story mixed-use building with commercial space on street level. Along Derby Street, the applicant proposes a new approximately 41,500 sf community health clinic. The applicant proposes that North Shore Bank will remain in its current ground floor location. Along Lafayette Street there will be 50 units in approximately 48,200 sf of age-restricted affordable housing with commercial storefront, resident lounge, pharmacy, urgent care, and art gallery space. At 9 Peabody Street the applicant proposes an approximately 38,300 sf arts and non-profit space, as well as 6 residential units. 

Revised Project Description: The above properties will be purchased by a collaborative joint venture between NSCDC and NSCH. Specifically, the applicant proposes a project that will consist of three buildings, two of which will occupy the corner at Lafayette and Derby, and a third at the nearby site at 9 Peabody. At 73 Lafayette Street the applicant proposes a 6-story mixed-use building with commercial space on street level. Along Derby Street, the applicant proposes a new approximately 41,500 sf community health clinic. The applicant proposes that North Shore Bank will remain in its current ground floor location. Along Lafayette Street there will be 18 units of age-restricted affordable housing, 6 compact studios and support for artists, with commercial storefront, resident lounge, pharmacy, urgent care, and art gallery space. At 9 Peabody Street in lieu of the original approximately 38,300 sf arts and non-profit space, as well as 6 residential units, they are now proposing 29 units of age-restricted affordable housing, 2 micro-commercial storefronts, parking, and an art gallery. All buildings have been reduced in massing.    

1. Location:         9 and 11 Franklin Street (Map 26, Lot 375) 

Applicant:       11 Franklin, LLC 

Description:    A continuance of a public hearing for all persons interested in the application of 11 FRANKLIN, LLC for the property located at 9 Franklin Street (Map 26, Lot 375) in the B1 and R2 Zoning District for a Site Plan Review and Flood Hazard Overlay District Special Permit in accordance with the following sections of the Salem Zoning Ordinance: Section 9.5 Site Plan Review and Section 8.1 Flood Hazard Overlay District. Specifically, the applicant proposes to construct twelve (12) townhouse style units located in three (3) buildings on the portion of the parcel known as 9 Franklin Street and consisting of approximately 36,450 square feet. The proposed buildings are three (3) stories. Six (6) surface parking spaces and twenty-four (24) garage parking spaces are proposed for a total of thirty (30) spaces. Proposed vehicular access to 9 Franklin Street will be provided through a twenty (20) foot wide drive aisle from the existing westerly curb cut. Proposed pedestrian access will be provided through a sidewalk extending from Franklin Street into the site. 

1. Location:         342 Highland Avenue (Map 8, Lot 15) and 2 Barcelona Avenue (Map  8, Lot 14) 

Applicant:       ANTHONY GUBA 

Description:    A public hearing for all persons interested in the application of ANTHONY GUBA for the property located at 342 Highland Avenue (Map 8, Lot 15) and 2 Barcelona Avenue (Map 8, Lot 14) in the B2 Zoning District for Site Plan Review in the Entrance Corridor Overlay District in accordance with the following sections of the Salem Zoning Ordinance: Section 9.5 Site Plan Review, Section 8.2 Entrance Corridor Overlay District, and 6.3 Motor Vehicle Light Service Station. The applicant specifically proposes to construct an approximately 3,353 square foot Convenience Store and a 12 fuel position Gas Station and all associated improvements. The proposed work includes razing existing asphalt, construction of the new store, fueling islands and canopy, underground tanks, utilities, and pavement. 

1. Location:          373 Highland Ave (Map 7, Lot 58), 355 Highland Avenue (Map 7, Lot 46), 2 Cedar Road (Map 7, Lot 57), 3 Cedar Road (Map 7, Lot 47), 5 Cedar Road (Map 7, Lot 48), 6 Cedar Road (Map 7, Lot 56), and 10 Cedar Road (Map 7, Lot 55)

Applicant:       Joe Correnti f/b/o Berman Properties, LLC/Tropical Products

Description:    A public hearing for all persons interested in the application of JOSEPH CORRENTI f/b/o Berman Properties, LLC/Tropical Products for the property located at 373 Highland Ave (Map 7, Lot 58), 355 Highland Avenue (Map 7, Lot 46), 2 Cedar Road (Map 7, Lot 57), 3 Cedar Road (Map 7, Lot 47), 5 Cedar Road (Map 7, Lot 48), 6 Cedar Road (Map 7, Lot 56), and 10 Cedar Road (Map 7, Lot 55) in the B2 and BPD Zoning District for Site Plan Review in the Entrance Corridor Overlay District in accordance with the following sections of the Salem Zoning Ordinance: Section 9.5 Site Plan Review, Section 8.2 Entrance Corridor Overlay District, and 8.3 Business Park Special Permit. The applicant specifically proposes to construct a warehouse with an approximately 70,000 square foot footprint and all associated improvements. The proposed work includes razing any existing improvements, construction of the new building, and pavement.

1. Location:        1 Harmony Grove Rd (Map 7, Lot 58), 3 Harmony Grove Rd. (Map 7, Lot 46), 5 Harmony Grove Road (Map 7, Lot 57), 60 Grove Street (Map 7, Lot 47), and 64 Grove Street (Map 7, Lot 48)

      Applicant:       Joe Correnti f/b/o 116 Bennington Street Realty Trust

Description:    A public hearing for all persons interested in the application of JOSEPH CORRENTI f/b/o 116 Bennington Street Realty Trust for the property located at 1 Harmony Grove Rd (Map 7, Lot 58), 3 Harmony Grove Rd. (Map 7, Lot 46), 5 Harmony Grove Road (Map 7, Lot 57), 60 Grove Street (Map 7, Lot 47), and 64 Grove Street (Map 7, Lot 48) in the I, R2, and BPD Zoning Districts for Site Plan Review in the Entrance Corridor Overlay District in accordance with the following sections of the Salem Zoning Ordinance: Section 9.5 Site Plan Review, Section 8.1 Flood Hazard Overlay District, Section 8.2 Entrance Corridor Overlay District, and 8.3 Business Park Special Permit. The applicant is requesting an amendment to a previously approved plan by reducing the number of units to 124 in three buildings, adding a fitness building, dog park, and basketball court. The proposed work includes razing any existing improvements, construction of the new buildings and amenities, and pavement.       

1. Location:         38 Norman Street (Map 26, Lot 0464) 

Applicant:       Christina Granese f/b/o 38 Norman Street LLC 

Description:    A public hearing for all persons interested in the application of CHRISTINA GRANESE f/b/o 38 Norman Street LLC for the property located at 38 Norman Street (Map 26, Lot 0464) in the B5 Zoning District for Site Plan Review in accordance with the following sections of the Salem Zoning Ordinance: Section 9.5 Site Plan Review and 7.3 Planned Unit Development Special Permit. The applicant specifically proposes to construct a four-story mixed-use building with approximately 1,583 square feet of retail space on the first floor and 1,419 square feet of related commercial space in the basement and 20 residential units above the retail space. The proposed work includes razing any existing buildings and improvements, construction of the new building, and pavement. 

1. OLD/NEW BUSINESS

1. Gateway Center Project
2. Receive and File revisions

1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES

1. Approval of the May 20, 2021 Regular Planning Board Minutes 

1. Approval of the June 3, 2021 Regular Planning Board Minutes 

1. Approval of the July 8, 2021 Regular Planning Board Minutes 
2. Approval of the July 14, 2021 Joint Public Hearing Minutes
3. Approval of the July 22, 2021 Regular Planning Board Minutes
4. Approval of the September 9, 2021 Regular Planning Board Minutes
5. Approval of the September 23, 2021 Regular Planning Board Minutes

1. ADJOURNMENT

Persons requiring auxiliary aids and services for effective communication such as sign language interpreter, an assistive listening device, or print material in digital format or a reasonable modification in programs, services, policies, or activities, may contact the City of Salem ADA Coordinator as soon as possible and no less than 2 business days before the meeting, program, or event.