Planning Board
Regular MeetingLaconia, NH · February 22, 2017
Minutes
CITY OF LACONIA PLANNING BOARD
Wednesday, February 22, 2017 - 6:30 PM
City Hall - Conference Room 200A
Minutes Accepted March 7, 2017
I. Call to Order
Vice Chair E. Bones called the meeting to order at 6:45 pm. He stated that E. Merry, M. Limanni
and H. McLean will be the members of the Master Plan Subcommittee.
K. Graham called the roll with the following members present: Charlie St Clair, Jay Tivnan,
Gail Denio, Hamilton McLean and Vice Chair Edwin Bones
Absent: William Contardo, Elizabeth Merry, Michael Limanni, Michael DellaVecchia, and David
Bownes
Vice Chair E. Bones stated that C. St Clair was now a full member, filling the term of
Jerry Mailloux and announced new full member, Elizabeth Merry, who is filling the term
of Warren Hutchins.
Staff: new Planning Director, Dean Trefethen and Assistant Director Brandee Loughlin.
There were 5 members present and a quorum was established.
II. Presentations
1. Presentation of the Accessory Dwelling Units draft
Suzanne Perley gave the presentation of her draft language on the Accessory Dwelling units
amendment. There were a few changes to the draft since the meeting with the Planning Staff.
There was a discussion on inspection of the units. H. McLean can't support an amendment
that will make a bad situation worse. The next process is to schedule a public hearing.
Motion to schedule a public hearing for April 4 made by J. Tivnan, seconded by G. Denio. S.
Perley will clean up the draft. The motion passed 4-1, C. St. Clair, J. Tivnan, G. Denio and Vice
Chair Bones for and H. McLean opposed.
2. Public Works Director Wesley Anderson to give update on maintenance of unaccepted
and private streets
Wesley Anderson, Director or Public Works, explained the situation with the roads and the
Planning Board's role in that process.
III. Extensions
3. Extension request for Appl# 05-014SP, 05-017CUP, 05-018CUP, 95 Centenary Ave, Akwa
Marina Yacht Club
Applicant: Kurt Mailloux and Lance Mailloux were present. K. Mailloux explained the
request. They thought last year would be going but found an electric issue. Eversource is
involved and he has no idea when the electrical will be updated. Another 2000 amps are
needed for Centenary Ave.
The motion to approve the extension to March 6, 2018 made by G. Denio, and J. Tivnan
seconded. The motion passed unanimously 5-0.
IV. Continued Public Hearings
V. Public Hearings
VI. Application Acceptance
4. PL2017-0001SP 609 Main Street, Revitalization of the Colonial Theater
Assistant Director Loughlin stated the application was complete and ready to schedule a
public hearing.
The motion to accept the application as complete and schedule the public hearing for March 7
made by J. Tivnan, and G. Denio seconded. The motion passed unanimously 5-0.
5. PL2016-0120SP, 0121SU, 0122CUP(wetland), 0123CUP(cluster), PL2017-
0002CUP(perimeter buffer), 0003CUP(cluster buffer setback) Endicott Street East, The
Gardens, construction of 85 residential unit cluster subdivision
Assistant Director Loughlin stated the applicant would like the acceptance continued to March
7.
The motion to continue the application acceptance for March 7 made by G. Denio, and C. St.
Clair seconded. The motion passed unanimously 5-0.
VII. New Business
6. Nominations for Secretary position
Assistant Director Loughlin told the board that J. Mailloux resigned and the secretary position
is open. Nominations can be determined at the next meeting.
VIII. Old Business
IX. Reports
7. Planning Dept Report: Assistant Director B. Loughlin
Assistant Director Loughlin introduced the new Director, Dean Trefethen. The Zoning
Tech is leaving as of tomorrow and that position is open. H. McLean asked how the rules
and procedures rewrite is going and Assistant Director Loughlin said it is being worked
on and board input is welcome. She gave an update on the reconstruction of Lakeside
Ave.
X. Liaison Reports
8. Lakes Region Planning Commission:
9. Conservation Commission:
Assistant Director Loughlin updated the board on some upcoming milfoil treatments. The
Concom is gearing up for educational projects for the year.
10. City Council: D. Bownes
XI. Other Business
XII. Minutes
11. Acceptance of minutes from January 10
The motion to accept the minutes was made by H. McLean and G. Denio seconded. The motion
passed unanimously 5-0.
XIII. Adjournment
The motion to adjourn the meeting made by G. Denio and C. St. Clair seconded. The motion
passed unanimously 5-0.
The meeting adjourned at 7:48 pm.
Respectfully,
Kalena Graham
Agenda
CITY OF LACONIA PLANNING BOARD
Wednesday, February 22, 2017 - 6:30 PM
City Hall - Conference Room 200A
AGENDA
I. Call to Order
II. Presentations
1. Presentation of the Accessory Dwelling Units draft
2. Public Works Director Wesley Anderson to give update on maintenance of
unaccepted and private streets
III. Extensions
1. Extension request for Appl# 05-014SP, 05-017CUP, 05-018CUP, 95
Centenary Ave, Akwa Marina Yacht Club
IV. Continued Public Hearings
V. Public Hearings
VI. Application Acceptance
1. PL2017-0001SP 609 Main Street, Revitalization of the Colonial Theater
Application Acceptance
2. PL2016-0120SP, 0121SU, 0122CUP(wetland), 0123CUP(cluster), PL2017-
0002CUP(perimeter buffer), 0003CUP(cluster buffer setback) Endicott Street
East, The Gardens, construction of 85 residential unit cluster subdivision
Application Acceptance
VII. New Business
1. Nominations for Secretary position
VIII. Old Business
IX. Reports
1. Planning Dept Report: Assistant Director B. Loughlin
X. Liaison Reports
1. Lakes Region Planning Commission:
2. Conservation Commission:
3. City Council: D. Bownes
XI. Other Business
XII. Minutes
1. Acceptance of minutes from January 10
XIII. Adjournment
PLANNING BOARD ITEM INFORMATION SHEET
TITLE: Presentation of the Accessory Dwelling Units draft
SUBJECT: January's draft of accessory dwelling units
ATTACHMENTS:
Description Type Upload Date File Name
draft Cover Memo 1/25/2017 ZTF-ADU_Draft_#_3.pdf
Draft 3 – January 25, 2017 City of Laconia
Proposed Amendments to Chapter 235 – Accessory Dwelling Units
Amendment # 1:
Table I – Table of Permitted of Uses
RR1 RR2 RS SFR RG RA RESIDENTIAL, ACCESSORY USES P CR DR BC C BCI IP I AI
PE PE PE PE NE NE Accessory apartment Dwelling Unit NE NE PE NE NE NE N N N
Amendment # 2:
§ 235-13. Definitions.
As used in this chapter, the following terms shall have the meanings indicated:
ACCESSORY APARTMENT - A dwelling unit that has been created within an existing primary single-
family dwelling or accessory structure
ACCESSORY DWELLING UNIT - A residential living unit that is within or attached to a single-family
dwelling, or located in an existing garage on the same lot, and that provides independent living facilities for
one or more persons, including provisions for sleeping, eating, cooking, and sanitation on the same parcel
of land as the principal dwelling unit it accompanies.
Amendment # 3:
§ 235-41. Residential accessory uses. (existing language)
J. Accessory apartment. Accessory apartments shall meet the following minimum standards: [Added
10-14-1997 by Ord. No. 10.97.10]
(1) Total gross square footage shall not exceed 400 gross square feet.
(2) Apartments shall be located within the existing home or garage or additions thereto.
(3) The overall appearance of the single-family dwelling unit must be maintained.
(4) No more than one accessory apartment may be developed per lot of record.
§ 235-41. Residential accessory uses. (new language)
A. Accessory Dwelling Unit. Accessory dwelling units (ADU) are intended as an option for
homeowners to offer separate and independent living space for their extended families, or to offer
small dwelling units as rentals to off-set the expense of maintaining a dwelling. The appearance
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Draft 3 – January 25, 2017 City of Laconia
Proposed Amendments to Chapter 235 – Accessory Dwelling Units
and character of the dwelling shall remain single-family in nature. A single family dwelling with
an accessory dwelling unit is not classified as a two-family dwelling. One accessory dwelling unit
is permitted on any property containing an owner-occupied single-family dwelling, provided the
following conditions are met:
1. Accessory Dwelling Units shall be permitted only on properties containing an owner-occupied
single-family dwelling. There shall be not more than one accessory dwelling per lot.
2. An ADU shall not be considered to be an additional dwelling unit for the purposes of
determining minimum lot size or development density of the property.
3. The property owner must occupy either the primary residence or the ADU as their permanent
residence. A temporary leave of absence by the property owner is allowed, provided the owner-
occupied unit is not rented or occupied by anyone other than the property owner during the
temporary leave of absence. The owner shall provide documentation demonstrating to the
satisfaction of the City that one of the units is his or her principal residence.
4. The ADU must be located in the same building as the primary residence unless the lot meets or
exceeds the minimum required lot size for the respective zoning district. If the lot meets or
exceeds the required minimum lot size, the ADU may be located in a separate detached structure
such as a garage or barn, provided the existing structure conforms to required yard setbacks for
the respective zoning district.
5. The ADU shall contain fully self-sufficient living quarters, consisting of adequate sleeping,
bathing, and eating accommodations. If the ADU is located within or by an addition to the
existing single family dwelling, the ADU must be connected to the same utilities (except
telephone and television) as the existing dwelling. If the ADU is located in a detached structure,
then connections to municipal utilities (i.e. municipal water/sewer) must be separate.
6. If the accessory dwelling is not on public water and sewer, then well and septic provisions shall
comply with New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services regulations. Where
municipal water or sewer service is not provided, the ADU shall make provision for adequate
water supply and sewage disposal service in compliance with RSA 485-A:38 and regulations
adopted by the NH Department of Environmental Services.
7. An interior door shall be provided between the principal dwelling unit and the accessory
dwelling unit.
8. The ADU shall not have more than two bedrooms and be less than 300 square feet and shall not
exceed 750 square feet. If the primary unit is greater than 3,000 square feet, the ADU can exceed
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Proposed Amendments to Chapter 235 – Accessory Dwelling Units
750 square feet provided the ADU is no greater than 25% of the gross living area of the primary
unit.
9. The ADU shall be subsidiary in size, height, and function to the principal dwelling and be
consistent with the principal dwelling in appearance, design, colors, and materials.
10. Any necessary additional entrances or exits to the primary residence, to serve the ADU, shall
be located to the side or rear of the building. All new or altered structures, intended to be used
as ADU, must be located behind the building line of the existing primary residence except when
the Zoning Board of Adjustment finds that the placement of the ADU on the lot will not
adversely affect the character of the neighborhood, traffic, safety of pedestrians, and will not
create a hazard or nuisance to abutting property owners..
11. There shall be one parking space in the rear or side yard for the accessory dwelling and no
additional curb cut. The additional parking space shall comply with the parking standards
contained in the Zoning Ordinance.
12. The structure and lot shall not be converted to a condominium or any other form of legal
ownership distinct from the ownership of the principal single-family dwelling.
13. A zoning/building permit application for the ADU must be approved and issued prior to its
construction, and a certificate of occupancy, specifying that the dwelling unit is an ADU, must
be obtained prior to its occupancy. The ADU constructed within a primary residence shall have
an interconnected fire alarm system. All ADU’s shall meet all safety and building codes.
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PLANNING BOARD ITEM INFORMATION SHEET
TITLE: Extension request for Appl# 05-014SP, 05-017CUP, 05-018CUP, 95 Centenary Ave,
Akwa Marina Yacht Club
SUBJECT: This is a continuance from Jan 10. Applicant requesting a one year extension for the
completion deadline
DESCRIPTION: Previous approvals:
Plan Revision: March 1, 2016
Site Improvement Security: April 5, 2016
Mylar, final Plan: April 5, 2016
Completion: 8/7/06, 8/6/07, 8/2/11, 8/6/13, 9/9/14, 10/6/15, 10/4/16, 2/7/17 new
request: February 6, 2018
ACTION: Decision
ATTACHMENTS:
Description Type Upload Date File Name
application Cover Memo 12/22/2016 95_Centenary.pdf
PLANNING BOARD ITEM INFORMATION SHEET
TITLE: PL2017-0001SP 609 Main Street, Revitalization of the Colonial Theater
SUBJECT: MBL 432-142-22, Colonial Theater
DESCRIPTION: Proposal to revitalize the block where the existing theater is located along with
restoration of theater itself. Materials will be restored to original condition, if
possible or replaced as close as practical.
ACTION: Application Acceptance
ATTACHMENTS:
Description Type Upload Date File Name
application Cover Memo 1/18/2017 Colonial_app.pdf
PLANNING BOARD ITEM INFORMATION SHEET
TITLE: PL2016-0120SP, 0121SU, 0122CUP(wetland), 0123CUP(cluster), PL2017-
0002CUP(perimeter buffer), 0003CUP(cluster buffer setback) Endicott Street East, The
Gardens, construction of 85 residential unit cluster subdivision
SUBJECT: MBL 164-40-1, The Gardens
DESCRIPTION: Originally approved in 2005 as Shaker Hill. Approvals have since expired. This
is a brand new submittal for construction of an 85 unit residential cluster
subdivision.
ACTION: Application Acceptance
ATTACHMENTS:
Description Type Upload Date File Name
application Cover Memo 1/18/2017 Gardens_app.pdf
PLANNING BOARD ITEM INFORMATION SHEET
TITLE: Nominations for Secretary position
SUBJECT: Jerry Mailloux submitted his resignation, a new Secretary is in order and will be
voted on.
DESCRIPTION: This is for nominations only. Elections will be held March 7
ATTACHMENTS:
Description Type Upload Date File Name
No Attachments Available
PLANNING BOARD ITEM INFORMATION SHEET
TITLE: Acceptance of minutes from January 10
SUBJECT: January 10 minutes were sent out January 12 and no revisions were requested
ATTACHMENTS:
Description Type Upload Date File Name
No Attachments Available
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