Planning & Zoning Commission - Minutes - 08/09/2022

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MINUTES ;
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Planning & Zoning Commission August 9, 2022
ee 6:30 PM
Members Present: K. Barnett, T. Bleasdale, V. Ebersole, G. Massad and K. Petrini
Alternates Present: B. Chenard
Alternates Absent: J. DiBuono
Staff Present: A. Piersall, Planning Director, M. Wujtewicz, Planner, K. Kotfer,
Recording Secretary
1. CALL TO ORDER AND APPOINTMENT OF ALTERNATES
G. Massad called the meeting to order at 6:30 PM. No alternates were seated.
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
MOTION: Motion made by T. Bleasdale, seconded by K. Barnett, to approve the July
12, 2022 meeting minutes.
VOTE: 5-0
4, APPLICATION RECEIPT
#PL-22-14 Request of Michael Buscetto, applicant for approval for Accessory Outdoor Dining
with Music at 262 Boston Post Road, C-G zone, in accordance with Section 3.44.b.9 of the
Zoning Regulations and as shown on plans entitled "Landscaping and Lighting Plan, Proposed
Neighborhood Shopping Center, 262/270 Boston Post Road, Waterford, Connecticut"
The Commission received the application.
5. PUBLIC HEARING
#PL-22-11 — Request of Sig Con Associates, applicant, Waterford Central, LLC, owner and
61A Myrock LLC, owner, to change the zone for property located at 61 Myrock Avenue from
C-G (General Commercial) to C-MF (Commercial-Multi-Family Residential) and for property
located at 61A Myrock Avenue from R-20 (Medium Density Residential) to C-MF
(Commercial-Multi-Family Residential).
PUBLIC HEARING REQUIRED BY: 8/18/22
G. Massad opened the public hearing at 6:33 pm.
Brandon Handfield, P.E. was present for the application. He reviewed the existing site
conditions and the site’s current zoning designations. He reviewed the proposed conceptual
layout and noted that it would be phase 3 of the project on the adjoining lot. They are planning
an additional 208 units for phase 3. The proposed concept buildings will be designed to work
with the existing grades to minimize the scale of the buildings and their impact on the

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surrounding area. B. Handfield submitted a letter from their Traffic Engineer as Exhibit 14. He
briefly described potential improvement options to the intersection of Route 1 and Willetts
Avenue in order to alleviate the queuing issues on Willetts Avenue during certain periods of the
day.
EXHIBIT 14 Letter from Joseph C. Balskus, P.E., PTOE, RSP1 to Brandon Handfield,
P.E. dated August 9, 2022
Carl Cascio, 50 Myrock Avenue spoke regarding the application.
Erik Carlson, 30 Myrock Avenue spoke regarding the application.
Mishelle Gallagher, 36 Myrock Avenue spoke regarding the application.
Toni Charland, 16 Myrock Avenue spoke regarding the application.
Unnamed Speaker, spoke regarding the application.
Chris Hartung, 17 Myrock Avenue spoke regarding the application.
Cherie Tudisca, 11 Myrock Avenue spoke regarding the application.
Anna Hartung, 17 Myrock Avenue spoke regarding the application.
Tiffany, 36 Myrock Avenue spoke regarding the application.
Terry Ennis, 11 Myrock Avenue spoke regarding the application.
G. Massad asked if anyone else from the public would like to speak with regard to the
application.
Harry Colonis, 35 Paula Lane, spoke regarding the application.
G. Massad asked three times if anyone from the audience would like to speak regarding the
application.
B. Handfield spoke and responded to concerns raised by the neighbors.
K. Petrini spoke about the potential of hiring a third party traffic engineer. The Commission
discussed that at the site plan phase of the project they would like to see a third party reviewer
for potential traffic impacts. B. Handfield stated that the applicant would be amenable to the
Commissions request.
G. Massad asked if the development would connect to Waterford Parc on Miner Lane. B.
Handfield stated that there will be no connection to the Waterford Pare project.
K. Barnett asked what the impacts on the wetlands and environment with a commercial
development versus residential development. B. Handfield stated that the impacts to the onsite
wetlands would be less for a residential development as opposed to a commercial development
in that there is generally less impervious surface for residential developments and more
flexibility in building placement to work with existing grades onsite.
MOTION: Motion made by T. Bleasdale, seconded by K. Petrini to close the public
hearing.
VOTE: 5-0
The public hearing ended at 7:54 pm.

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MOTION: Motion made by G. Massad, seconded T. Bleasdale to place the review of
this application to the agenda as the fifth review item under Application
Reviews.
VOTE: 5-0
6. APPLICATION REVIEW
#PL-22-9 Request of Property 806, LLC, owner & applicant for a Site Plan /Special Permit
approval for a Drive-thru Car Wash at 806 Hartford Turnpike, C-G zone, in accordance with
Sections 8.2.17, 22 and 23 of the Zoning Regulations and as shown on plans entitled "Proposed
Car Wash 806 Hartford Turnpike Waterford, Connecticut"
ACTION REQUIRED BY: 9/1/22
G. Massad and K. Barnett stated on the record that they had listened to a recording of the
deliberations from the July 12, 2022 meeting.
The Commission discussed the application and made the following findings and conditions:
Findings:
1. The application is for a use subject to a Special Permit approval, pursuant to Section
8.2.17 of the Waterford Zoning Regulations.
2: A modified Site Plan Approval is required due to the site improvements noted on the site
plan to support the Car Wash use.
3. The report contained in Exhibit 1b provided by the applicant in accordance with Section
23.5 of the Zoning Regulations identifies the findings and the proposed use are
consistent with sections 23.5.1 through 23.5.9.
4. This property was subject to a Site Plan Permit PL-19-16 granted by the Waterford
Planning and Zoning Commission on November 4, 2019.
5. The application meets the criteria for site plan approval, pursuant to Section 22 of the
Waterford Zoning Regulations, subject to condition1.
6. This application has been reviewed by the Town of Waterford Design Review Board in
accordance with Section 22b of the Waterford Zoning Regulations and which Board
submits a positive report to the Planning and Zoning Commission with the following
recommendations for consideration:
a. The color scheme for the pay station car port shall match the color scheme of
the car wash building.
Conditions
1. An annual Maintenance and Inspection Report for the Stormwater management system
shall be provided to the Town of Waterford Planning and Development Department.
This report shall be required to be submitted in order to verify that the stormwater
management system is maintained and continues to operate as originally designed.
2. Based upon recommendation of the Design Review Board, the color scheme for the pay
station car port shall match the color scheme of the car wash building.

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3. The modifications to the site plan Sheets C-4.0 and C-7.1 as shown in Exhibit 11 shall
be included in the final plans prior to filing on the land records.
MOTION: Motion made by K. Petrini, seconded K. Barnett to approve with
modifications, the Site Plan/Special Permit for a Drive Thru Car Wash,
application #PL-22-9 at 806 Hartford Turnpike with conditions 1 thru 3 and
to adopt the findings 1 thru 6 of the staff report.
VOTE: 3-2 A roll call vote occurred
K. Petrini Aye
K. Barnett Aye
T. Bleasdale Aye
G. Massad Nay
V. Ebersole Nay
#PL-22-10 Request of Avery Lane, LLC, owner & Mathew Greene, Esq. applicant for a Site
Plan approval for a Business office/storage at 372 Boston Post Road, C-G zone, in accordance
with Sections 8.13 and 22 of the Zoning Regulations and as shown on plans entitled "Property
Survey, Avery Lane, LLC, 372 Boston Post Road, Waterford, Connecticut"
ACTION REQUIRED BY: 8/18/22
At the written request of the applicant the application review has been continued to September
13, 2022. No further action was taken.
EXTENSION GRANTED TO: 9/13/22
#PL-22-12 — Request of the Waterford Utility Commission, applicant and owner; for municipal
improvement in accordance with Section 8-24 of the Connecticut General Statutes to extend the
municipal sewer line and water line to the property along Oil Mill and Gurley Road.
ACTION REQUIRED BY: 8/30/22
Ellen Bartlett, P.E., James Bartelli, Acting Utility Commission Director, and Nicholas Keppel,
Attorney were present for the application.
E. Bartlett submitted to the Commission an aerial photo with potential buildings, roadways,
water lines and sewer lines depicted. She noted that the project is to extend the existing 10”
water main and 8” sewer main along portions of Oil Mill Road and Gurley Road.
K. Petrini noted for the record that he has a family member that could be impacted by the
project but he will be able to fairly review the application.
Discussion was held on options for property owners that would abut the new water and sewer
main.

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Andrew Levine, 42 Gurley Road, spoke regarding his concerns and potential impacts to
property owners. He submitted a letter to the Commission regarding the project at the start of
the meeting.
The Commission discussed the application and made the following findings:
1. The proposed extension of the public water and sewer main within Oil Mill and Gurley
Roads is a Municipal Improvementthat qualifies for a CGS 8-24 review by the Planning
and Zoning Commission.
2. The Waterford Utility Commission has endorsed the proposed utility service extension.
3. This extension of the Public Water and sewer Main is supported by the 2012 Plan of
Preservation Conservation and Development in that it is consistent with the Plan by
investing in infrastructure in order to promote and to support business and economic
development.
4. It is consistent with the goal of the Utility Infrastructure Policy element of the Plan in that
it provides for adequate utility infrastructure to meet community needs.
5. The extension of the Public Water and sewer Main is further supported by the 2012 Plan of
Preservation Conservation and Development by continuing to support Waterford's desired
growth patterns by providing appropriate utility infrastructure.
6. There is a variance process established by Town Ordinance that property owners can
pursue to delay connection and the Commission strongly recommends that the Utility
Commission consider any requested variances from properties impacted by the extension
of the municipal water and sewer system related to this CGS Sec 8-24 application.
MOTION: Motion made by T. Bleasdale, seconded K. Barnett to approve Planning and
Zoning CGS 8-24 Application #PL-22-12 for the Extension of the public
water and sewer mains within Oil Mill Road and Gurley Road by finding the
proposal consistent with the Town of Waterford 2012 Plan of Preservation
Conservation and Development and to adopt the findings 1 thru 6 of the staff
report.
VOTE: 5-0
#PL-22-14 Request of Michael Buscetto, applicant for approval for Accessory Outdoor Dining
with Music at 262 Boston Post Road, C-G zone, in accordance with Section 3.44.b.9 of the
Zoning Regulations and as shown on plans entitled "Landscaping and Lighting Plan, Proposed
Neighborhood Shopping Center, 262/270 Boston Post Road, Waterford, Connecticut"
Michael Buscetto was present for the application. The Commission discussed the application
with the applicant. The Commission discussed potentially reducing the hours on Thursdays and
Sundays.
The Commission discussed the application and made the following findings and discussed
proposed conditions:
1. The location of the restaurant facility is an approved dining establishment.

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2. Accessory Outdoor Dining is permitted as an Accessory Use to an approved dining
establishment pursuant to Section 3.44 of the Waterford Zoning Regulations.
3. Application PL-22-14 meets the provisions of Section 3.44.b of the Waterford Zoning
Regulations with the following conditions as listed herein.
4. All other Town Ordinances, applicable codes, regulatory agencies requirements, including but
not limited to the Town of Waterford Noise Ordinance, all Department of Consumer Protection
regulated activities concerning alcohol, and Fire and Building Codes shall apply.
5. All activities on the site must comply with fire zones as established and enforced pursuant to
Chapter 8.08 of the Waterford Code of Ordinances, as amended.
Conditions:
1. Accessory Outdoor Dining shall be permitted Monday Thru Sunday between the hours of 11:30
am and 9:00pm. This condition shall apply to the Accessory Outdoor Dining only.
2. Music, as an accessory element to the Outdoor Dining Use shall be permitted Thursday thru
Saturday between the hours of 11:30am and 9:00pm and Sunday between the hours of 11:30am
and 7:00pm
3. The music and speakers shall be directed toward the seating area.
4. The area for the band and dining shall be as identified on the plan submitted with this
application. Any modifications or adjustments to the area as approved on the plan shall be
reviewed by the Zoning Official in consultation with other Town agencies as required.
5. Total occupancy of the Outdoor Dining Area shall not exceed 75 patrons. No additional patrons
or activities shall take place outside of the area delineated on the plan submitted.
6. All other applicable agency/governing authority approvals shall be the responsibility of the
applicant. This approval does not constitute any other required agency or governing authority
approvals or conditions.
MOTION: Motion made by G. Massad, seconded T. Bleasdale to approve application
PL-22-14 for Accessory Outdoor Dining in accordance with Section 3.44 of
the Zoning Regulations at Filomena’s Restaurant, located at 262 Boston Post
Road including the use of music with conditions 1 thru 6 and to adopt the
findings 1 thru 5 of the staff report.
VOTE: 3-2 (K. Barnett and K. Petrini)
#PL-22-11 — Request of Sig Con Associates, applicant, Waterford Central, LLC, owner and
61A Myrock LLC, owner, to change the zone for property located at 61 Myrock Avenue from
C-G (General Commercial) to C-MF (Commercial-Multi-Family Residential) and for property
located at 61A Myrock Avenue from R-20 (Medium Density Residential) to C-MF
(Commercial-Multi-Family Residential).
The Commission discussed the proposed zone change. The Commission discussed that when
the application comes back to the Commission for site plan review the Commission will be
looking for a traffic review by a third party traffic engineer.

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MOTION: Motion made by T. Bleasdale, seconded K. Barnett to approve application PL-
22-1 to change the zone for property located at 61 Myrock Avenue from C-G
(General Commercial) to C-MF (Commercial-Multi-Family Residential) and
for property located at 61A Myrock Avenue from R-20 (Medium Density
Residential) to C-MF (Commercial-Multi-Family Residential) with an
effective date of August 30, 2022.
VOTE: 5-0
7. ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW
Staff distributed proposed draft regulations regarding Cannabis and Accessory Dwelling Units.
8. CORRESPONDENCE
Chairman noted that the Commission received correspondence earlier that night from Mr.
Levine.
9. COMMISSION BUSINESS
A. End of Year Transfers
Staff reviewed with the Commission two end of year transfers that need to be made to close
out last fiscal year.
MOTION: Motion made by G. Massad, seconded K. Barnett to transfer $474 from account
10110-52030 Professional Fess to account 10110-5250 Dues, Conferences &
Education.
VOTE: 5-0
MOTION: Motion made by G. Massad, seconded T. Bleasdale to transfer $417 from
account 10110-51210 Clerical & Technical to account 10110-51120 Dues,
Conferences & Education and transfer $4,855 from account 10110-51210 Clerical
& Technical to account 10110-51120 Inspection.
VOTE: 5-0
B. Review of past months and ongoing projects
Nothing to report.
C. Upcoming projects
Nothing to report.
10. ADJOURNMENT
MOTION: Motion made by T. Bleasdale, seconded by K. Barnett, to adjourn the meeting at
9:55 PM.
VOTE: 5-0
Respectfully Submitted,
Katrina Kotfer
Recording Secretary