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MINUTES OF THE

OLD KING’S HIGHWAY REGIONAL HISTORIC DISTRICT Date: Wednesday, January 8, 2014 Present: Chairman Peter Lomenzo, Secretary Frank Ciambriello, Gary Barber, Joshua Crowell, Bill Bohlin, Robert Waldo Absent: Convened: 6pm A public hearing was held in accordance with Chapter 470 of the Acts of 1973, as Amended, at Dennis Town Office, 485 Main Street, South Dennis, on Wednesday, January 8, 2014 at 6:00 P.M. on the following applications for a Certificate of Appropriateness: Continued Meetings:

1. Scott & Brenda Fitzpatrick – Demolition (south lean-to, north lean-to, & west ell) at 159 Corporation

Road, Dennis (M386-30).

Kit Wise the architect for the project was present. He thought the site visit was helpful. He had done further research. The original part of the home was built in 1830 and that part will be saved. He had handouts for the Committee. Mr. Lomenzo asked for the age of the elevation. Mr. Wise could not give an exact answer. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Waldo reserved his comments. Mr. Barber believed demolishing the lean-to was not a problem and after reviewing the west elevation he thought that demolition could also be allowed. Mr. Bohlin agreed. Mr. Crowell agreed with his colleagues. He felt badly about the Fieldstone fireplace being demolished but the condition of the wing allowed him to vote for demolition. Mr. Ciambriello wasn't able to get to the walk through, but indicated that from photos he could tell it had some age. Mr. Lomenzo had no objection to the lean- to demolition but he was concerned there was no date for the section for the purpose of review by Demolition Delay Bylaw. He realized that Mr. Wise had done his homework but felt the west el was at least 100 years old. He was concerned if they glossed over that the Committee was creating another issue. He didn't have an issue with the demolition. He didn’t think it had historic value in terms of historic features. Mr. Ciambriello noted that from his experience this structure is at least 60 years of age. Mr. Wise noted that it is definitely over 60 years of age since his family bought it in 1955. It was easily 75 to 100 years old, but he had spoken with the chairwoman of the Dennis Historic Commission and she felt there was no historical significance. Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Crowell, to accept the application as presented with the understanding that the applicant indicated the west elevation was 75 to 100 years old and has no historic significance. APPLICATION APPROVED. Vote 4-1-1(Mr. Ciambriello opposed, Mr. Waldo abstained).

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Old King's Highway Regional Historic District Committee Town of Dennis Annex, 685 Route 134, South Dennis, MA 02660 508-760-6127 (fax) 508-394-6289

2. Scott & Brenda Fitzpatrick – Addition & alterations (New addition with screen porch & deck, replace

windows, roofing, siding & trim) at 159 Corporation Road, Dennis (M386-30).

Mr. Wise continue to represent this application. There was a letter from an abutter read into record. A copy of this letter will be kept with this application in the file for this property maintained by the Building Department.

Mr. Barber didn't see an issue with this and thought this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Bohlin agreed this met the concerns of the Act except he objected to the skylights on the north elevation. Mr. Crowell believed this met the concerns of the Act. He liked the one-story long elevation look but he cannot impose his personal taste so he believed this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Ciambriello noted he was opposed to the demolition but the plans to rebuild were separate application. He believed this met the concerns of the act. Mr. Waldo agreed with Mr. Bohlin. Mr. Lomenzo thought the skylights were not appropriate. He was not sure the back replication of the el was appropriate. He thought the cupola was appropriate. He was concerned with the way the addition formed a clip on. He doesn't think the north section appropriate. He asked for the new length versus the old length. Mr. Wise said it was shorter about 6 feet. Mr. Wise agreed to move the skylights. Mr. Bowen also suggested the windows need to be six over six or four over four. Mr. Wise thought two over one was more contemporary and less fussy. Mr. Ciambriello agreed with Mr. Bohlin that those two windows do not conform. He suggested a gable with dormers instead of the skylights. Mr. Wise thought that was unnecessarily fussy and complicated because of the composition. Mr. Ciambriello thought it would break up the mass and be more decorative. Mr. Wise agreed he could change the window configuration. Mr. Lomenzo asked of the elevation could be longer. Mr. Wise stated there was no need because it would add square footage and cost unnecessarily. Mr. Lomenzo did not support the removal of the small window on the existing house. He thought the addition was not appropriate. It did not say barn to him. He was opposed to it from the screen porch back. He thought they could add the window back, remove the skylight, and modify the last 15 feet. Mr. Wise agreed to put the window back. Mr. Bohlin did not have an object the last feet. He agreed with removing the skylights. He thought the original small window could be left out. He thought the four windows on the new addition needed grills. Mr. Barber asked about the top square windows on the addition and he thought the bottom windows could be six over six. He thought the little window on the existing looked better gone but agreed the skylights should be removed.

Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion to accept the application with the following stipulations; that the two skylights be removed, the lower windows on the northern elevation become 6/6, and the top casement windows become 2/2. Mr. Wise interrupted the motion to point out those windows have the same glass size as the top sash of the windows below so they should be 6-light windows. Also, the windows on the south elevation should have the same configuration so everything matches. Mr. Bohlin made a motion to accept the application with the following stipulations; that on the northern elevation the two skylights be removed, and that on the “barn” the two bottom windows will be 6/6 and the two top windows will be 6 light casement windows. Mr. Barber seconded the motion. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-1 (Mr. Waldo abstained).

3. Richard Henry – Addition (all season room) at 74 Sears Road, East Dennis (M362-90).

Mike Williams of Davenport was present to represent the application. He had plans with new changes that incorporated suggestions from Committee. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Bohlin thought the changes were an improvement but he asked about the skylights. Mr. Williams

noted that they removed the proposed and only left what was existing. Mr. Crowell thought is met the

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concerns of the Act. Mr. Ciambriello thought this met the concerns of the Act but noted that the plans

were marked ¼” to scale but they seemed much larger. Mr. Williams noted they were enlarged. Mr.

Waldo thought this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Barber thought this met the concerns of the Act

and appreciated the changes made.

Motion:

Mr. Ciambriello made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber, with the stipulation that the applicant provide

¼” to 1’ drawings by Friday. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-1 (Mr. Waldo abstained).

Regular Meetings:

1. Town of Dennis, Natural Resource Department – Conservation Area Identifications signs at 3 locations:

0 Airline Road, East Dennis (M236-3), 571 Airline Road, East Dennis (M342-4/342-1), 147 New Boston

Road, Dennis (M303-18).

Brian Everett, the Land Management Specialist for the Town of Dennis, was present to represent the

application. There were no comments abutters or the public.

Mr. Crowell thought this met the concerns the Act. Mr. Ciambriello agreed. Mr. Lomenzo received

clarification on the measurements from Mr. Everett. Mr. Waldo thought this met the concerns of the

Act. Mr. Barber thought this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Bohlin thought this met the concerns of

the Act.

Motion:

Mr. Ciambriello made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber, with the stipulation that the application be

changed to reflect the sign dimensions to be 36" x 18" housed in 4' x 4' post to equal 40 square feet

total. Mr. Lomenzo amended that the motion should reflect is a 4 ½ square foot sign. Mr. Ciambriello

accepted the amendment. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-1 (Mr. Waldo abstained).

2. Theater Marketplace Association – Fence at 800 Main Street/ Route 6A, East Dennis (M351-9).

Peter McDowell was present to represent the application. He gave a presentation on why this

application should be considered for hardship. He was looking for a fence at FIN restaurant. He noted

there is a similar fence in the neighborhood about 100 feet away. He quoted Section 1 of the Act. John

Smith, owner of FIN, was present with his wife. He explained that they need this fence to hide

equipment. There were no other comments for abutters or the public.

Mr. Crowell asked if this would be the same Nantucket style fence with lattice top that is across the

street. Mr. McDowell indicated that would be the exact fence. Mr. Crowell asked about lights. Mr.

McDowell indicated that what was there would be staying. Mr. Crowell thought this was a reasonable

proposal. Mr. Ciambriello understood the problem. He thought the white vinyl fence with lattice was

attractive but he thought 6 feet would be more appropriate. He suggested screening with Leyland

Cyprus. Mr. Waldo asked if it was possible to get a vinyl fence with a flat finish instead of shiny. Mr.

McDowell was not sure. Mr. Barber had no problem with the application but did ask if the freezer had a

Certificate of Appropriateness. Mr. McDowell did not know. Mr. Bohlin noted that since each

application stood on its own he had no objection to this fence. He thought planting was a good

suggestion. Mr. Lomenzo asked if it was possible to lower the height and if there would be any lighting.

Mr. McDowell said there would not be lighting. Mr. Lomenzo thought this was not a hardship and he

was opposed to approval as a hardship. He did believe consideration was appropriate. The neighbor

across the street had the same requirements and does have a fence. He suggested lowering it a foot or

two with screening. If shininess was an issue he thought they could paint the vinyl fence. His main

concern was the height. Mr. McDowell explained lowering might be busy since all the different heights

behind it would come into play. He thought this busy location might be covered up by a uniform height.

Mr. McDowell was concerned with planting in regards to a possible zoning issue but did agree to plant

some screening. Mr. Ciambriello was concerned the center of town would be all white fences. He

thought camouflaging it with plantings would make a big difference. Mr. McDowell asked if Ivy would be

appropriate planting since it would not take up space. Mr. Ciambriello thought that would satisfy the

concerns. Mr. Lomenzo noted that also alleviates the concerns with shininess.

Motion:

Mr. Ciambriello made a motion, seconded by Mr. Bohlin, to accept the application with the applicant

agreeing to camouflage the fence with appropriate growth such as Ivy. APPLICATION APPROVED.

Voted 5-0-1 (Mr. Waldo abstained).

3. Town of Dennis – Demolition of structure at 30 Bob Crowell Road, South Dennis (M173-36).

Greg Rounseville, the Assistant Superintendent for DPW, was present to represent the application. On

December 3, he received approval from the selectmen for demolition and was now here to ask approval

from this committee. There were no comments from abutters or the public.

Mr. Waldo and Mr. Barber thought this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Bolin thought this met the

concerns of the Act but asked what they would do with the fence around the outside the property. Mr.

Rounseville suggested they would bridge the gap by just adding a few more sections to match the

existing fence. Mr. Crowell thought there was no historical or architectural reason to preserve this

building and this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Ciambriello thought this met the concerns of the Act.

Motion:

Mr. Crowell made a motion, seconded by Mr. Bohlin, to accept the application as presented.

APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-1 (Mr. Waldo abstained).

4. Bay Green Condo Trust – Sign at 683 Main Street/ Route 6A, Dennis (M330-7).

Peter Demetrio was present to represent the application. There were no comments from abutters or

the public.

Mr. Barber thought this met the concerns of noted that a 12 foot square foot sign was the max allowed.

Since this sign already exists it is ok but the size needs to be the same. Mr. Dimitrio clarified that they

are proposing a duplication of the existing sign. All the committee members believe this met the

concerns of the Act.

Motion:

Mr. Crowell made a motion, seconded by Mr. Bohlin, to except the application as presented.



5. Don & Denise Bienfeng – Alterations (enlarge dormer, replace windows, remove skylight) at 106 Whig

Street, Dennis (M350-2).

Mrs. Bienfeng was present to represent the application. There were no comments from abutters of the

public.

Mr. Bohlin believed this met the requirements of the Act. Mr. Crowell, Mr. Ciambriello, Mr. Waldo and

Mr. Barber agreed. Mr. Barber asked what color the fan for the attic ventilator would be. Mrs. Bienfeng

did not know. She did not know it came in colors. Mr. Barber thought it could be painted to blend into

the roof. Mr. Ciambriello made disclaimer that he helped her with the application procedure.

Motion:

Mr. Boland made a motion, seconded by Mr. Crowell, to accept the application as presented.


6. Charles Venancio – New detached 16x22 garage at 5 West Wind Drive, D (M334-76).

Richard Avery was present to represent the application as presented. He explained it was angles

backwards to meet the setback payments. There were no comments from abutters or the public.

Mr. Crowell thought this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Ciambriello thought this met the concerns of

the Act; however he found it to be skinny and high and thought lowering it might be more appropriate.

Mr. Waldo asked if there would be an apartment above the garage. Mr. Avery noted that it is storage

because this is a future retirement home. Mr. Barber thought this might the concerns of the Act but

asked if the shed was staying. Mr. Avery indicated it was. Mr. Barbara was okay with this. Mr. Bohlin was

concerned. He thought this would dwarf the house but the style met the concerns of the Act. Mr.

Lomenzo agreed with Mr. Ciambriello. He thought that this was inappropriate to the neighborhood for

the size and the height. He thought they were being prepositioned for something more sizable. Mr.

Barber thought that since this was the first house on the street it tied into what is behind it. If it was in

the middle of the development he would be more concerned. Mr. Ciambriello noted that architecturally

it does not look right. He suggested dropping the Gable 3 feet. Mr. Avery agreed and drew it in on the

plans.

Motion:

Mr. Barber made a motion, seconded by Mr. Bohlin, to accept the application as corrected.


7. Ro Nelson – New riding arena at 93 Airline Road, East Dennis (M203-51).

Ro Nelson was present to represent the application. Mr. Ciambriello disclaimed that he had discussed

procedures with the applicant.

Charles Lacross, an abutter from 19 Crosby Circle, was concerned with the large structure. He was

concerned with the tent being noisy in this windy area. He had had problems recently with dogs et

cetera from this property. He was not happy with looking out his back window and seeing a circus tent

in a residential area.

An unidentified party noted that it was not a tent and was not canvas so it would not generate noise.

Mr. Ciambriello thought it was important that the letters that accompanied the application be read

aloud. One reason for the project was there would be free rides provided to the handicapped for

therapy. Also the way this was positioned it would have the same visual impact as the barn that's there

from Route 134. He thought it was a nice looking structure. He noted was 4 feet simulated wooden wall.

He thought this is a commendable project. Mr. Waldo had no problems with the application. Mr. Barber

thought this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Bolin thought this met the concerns of yet he noted that

this is not the most historic building but every case stood on its own merits. Mr. Crowell commended

the project but had serious reservations as to the architecture. He believed it looked like a Quonset hut.

He felt this was not fair to the neighbors. He thought the location was wrong and this was not

appropriate to the Act. Mr. Lomenzo needed clarification. The application was for a temporary

structure. He asked that to be defined. Ms. Nelson noted when she goes the structure goes. She clarified

this was not a tent. It was very costly to install intake down. This will be up as long as she is on the

property and will not come down unless the lease is not renewed. Mr. Lomenzo asked how long the

lease was for. Ms. Nelson explained it was a three-year lease with a seven year renewal option. Mr.

Lomenzo would like to reapprove the application with the lease. Mr. Barber explained this could be

done on a letter of amendment without coming before the committee. Mr. Lomenzo noted this

approval will expire at the end of the lease. He was also concerned with the visibility. He thought some

vegetation could be planted to screen the portion of the Arena on the side of Crosby Circle. Ms. Nelson

agreed but noted she cannot plant something 25 feet high. Mr. Lomenzo noted they are not asking for

that but just vegetation to screen for Mr. Lacross.

Motion:

Mr. Bohlin made a motion to accept the application with the stipulation that the applicant plant

vegetation along the neighborhood property line to screen and that at the end of the lease they will

come for a renewal. Mr. Barber amended the motion to say “every lease renewal”. Mr. Bohlin accepted

the amendment Mr. Barber seconded the motion. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 4-1-1 (Mr. Crowell

opposed, Mr. Waldo abstained).

8. Linda Fisher – Alterations (eliminate 2 windows, add window to SE elevation) at 94 Scarsdale Road,

Dennis (M385-33).

Sara Jane Porter was present to represent the application. There were no comments from abutters or

the public.

Ms. Porter noted that they are removing three windows instead of two. Mr. Waldo asked where the

third window was and Ms. Porter indicated it on the plan. He thought it met the concerns of the Act.

Mr. Barber thought this met the concerns of the Act, but suggested the application be amended to

reflect moving the mullioned window and changing a mullioned window to single window, but he

thought it met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Bohlin confirmed there would be shutters and there were.

He thought this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Crowell and Mr. Ciambriello agreed.


Motion:

Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Crowell, to accept the application as presented.


9. Bruce & Mary Dunbar – Alterations (replace windows, add window to left side) at 67 South Street, East

Dennis (M398-17).

Sarah Jane Porter was present to represent the application. There were no comments from abutters or

the public.

All the committee members believed this met the concerns of the Act.

Motion:

Mr. Crowell made a motion, seconded by Mr. Bohlin, to accept the application has presented seconded

the motion. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-1 (Mr. Waldo abstained).

10. Stage Coach Condo Association – Demolish 12x24 deck and retaining stone wall at 1706 Route 6A, East

Dennis (M379-1).

Paul Barron was present to represent the application. There were no comments from the abutters or the public. Mr. Bohlin thought this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Crowell was concerned with removing the retaining wall. He felt the Committee had a responsibility to maintain these historic walls. Mr. Barron noted that the wall is addressed in the second application. Mr. Ciambriello, Mr. Waldo, and Mr. Barber agreed this met the concerns of the Act. Motion: Mr. Bolin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber, to accept the application as presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-1 (Mr. Waldo abstained).

11. Stage Coach Condo Association - Addition (10x20 deck and retaining wall) at 1706 Route 6A, East

Dennis (M379-1).

Paul Barron represented this application. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Crowell thanked Mr. Barron for preserving the wall. Mr. Ciambriello thought this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Waldo agreed. Mr. Barber suggested the application reword to remove “a portion if required” and just to say “replace”. Also on the elevation it does not show the wall replaced so he needed to draw the wall in on the plans. Mr. Bohlin agreed. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion, seconded by Mr. Bohlin, to accept the application with the stipulation that “a portion of the wall after regrading” be omitted and the wall be drawn in on the plans. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-1 (Mr. Waldo abstained).

12. James Pazakis – Sign at 447 Old Chatham Road, South Dennis (M179-1).

Peter Demetrio was present to represent the application. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Ciambriello asked if this was the exact same sign. Mr. Demetrio noted the shape had changed the location was the same. All the committee members thought this met the concerns of the Act. Motion: Mr. Crowell made a motion, seconded by Mr. Bohlin, to accept the application as presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-1 (Mr. Waldo abstained).

13. Robert & Carie Adler – Stone walls at 125 Sea Street, East Dennis (M412-19).

Mr. Lomenzo stepped down. Mr. Barber made a motion to appoint Mr. Crowell as temporary chair. Mr. Bolin seconded the motion. Voted 4-0-0. Rick Roy was present to represent the application. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Waldo had no problems. Mr. Barber clarified that only the walls were on this application. Mr. Roy indicated that was correct. Mr. Barber asked about a cabana on the plans. Mr. Roy indicated that maybe a future project. All the committee members thought this met the concerns of the Act. Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber, to accept the application as presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-0.

14. George Salem – Alterations (replace white cedar shingles with Mastic Cedar Discovery vinyl shingles in

Cape Grey) at 66 Sears Road, East Dennis (M362-5).

Mr. Bowen made a motion to reinstate Mr. Lomenzo. Mr. Barber seconded. Vote 5-0-0. Mike Shastany was present to represent the application. There were no comments from abutters or the public. All committee members thought this met the concerns of the Act. Motion: Mr. Crowell made a motion, seconded by Mr. Bohlin, to accept the application. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-1 (Mr. Waldo abstained).

15. Bill & Mary Regan – New entry lamppost at 10 Corinne Way, East Dennis (M396-22).

Rich Craddock was present to represent the application. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Bohlin asked if this lamppost was already there. Mr. Craddock was not sure. Mr. Bohlin thought was already completed but this met the concerns of Act even though this wasn’t the way it should work. Mr.


Crowell had a problem with having the lights on from dusk to dawn and wanted to see it stricken from the application. Mr. Ciambriello thought this met the requirements of Act. Mr. Waldo asked to have the plot plan corrected so that it read Dennis not Chatham. Mr. Barber was concerned that the lights were already up. He also asked if it was possible to have a time limit on how long they were lit. Mr. Craddock was concerned if the owners came home for a vacation leave at night it would be dark up there. Mr. Lomenzo was concerned with having lights on all night. He was also concerned there was a violation of the act since they were installed. This property had been involved in discussions regarding violations previously. Mr. Craddock noted that this is a lamppost and if his clients wanted to keep them on that should be okay. Mr. Lomenzo agreed that the Committee is not the police department but thought it was inappropriate for the Committee to approve the lights being on all night. He did ask why lights have been installed prior to receiving approval. Mr. Craddock did not know. Mr. Ciambriello was not concerned with lights on in the driveway. Mr. Barber thought “from dusk to dawn” be stricken from the application. That way the Committee was not approving nor denying it. He thought the lights were nice but he was concerned they were already installed. he felt that there was no need for the applicant to come back since this was the end of the project they could let it go, but he wanted to make the public aware that people should not do work before they received an approval. Mr. Lomenzo was concerned that the Statement of Understanding has been signed several times and was still violated. He didn't care to chase or punish people. He hoped that they had an understanding and there'll be no further changes without approval. There are many forms of changing approval. He felt this was an insult to the Committee. Mr. Craddock indicated this was noted. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion, seconded by Mr. Crowell, to accept the application with phrase dusk to dawn stricken. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-1 (Mr. Waldo abstained).

16. Jane Harper Phelan – Addition (new screened in porch below 2nd story deck) at 131 Taunton Avenue,

Dennis (M322-18).

Eric Oman was present to represent the application. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Crowell, Mr. Ciambriello, and Mr. Waldo believed this me the concerns of the Act. Mr. Barber thought this met the concerns the Act after he received some clarification on the post. Mr. Bohlin was concerned the windows in the drawing did not match the windows on the house. He asked if they were changing. Mr. Oman indicated they were not. Mr. Bohlin felt the Committee needed accurate drawings for the file. Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber, to accept the application with the applicant providing accurate drawings of the elevation doors and windows within two weeks or the application was denied. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-1 (Mr. Waldo abstained).

17. Mike & Annie Marten – Addition (new covered porch off garage) at 33 Holway Drive, East Dennis

(M266-11).

Eric Oman represented the application. This was changes to an approved plan. They were no comments from abutters or the public.

Mr. Ciambriello thought this looked fine but the north elevation did not show the proposed porch. Otherwise it met the requirements of the Act. Mr. Waldo, Mr. Barber, Mr. Bohlin and Mr. Crowell agreed this met the concerns of the Act. Motion: Mr. Crowell made a motion, seconded by Mr. Bohlin, to accept the application. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-1 (Mr. Waldo abstained).

18. Joe Buscone/Northside Marina Trust – Boat racks at 377 Sesuit Neck Road, East Dennis (M421-1).

Atty. Lester J Murphy was present to represent the application. He explained this was a compromise between the parties. He explained the layout and reduction of the height of the racks. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Attorney Mike Ford representing the Sesuit Neck Owners Association was present. He noted they were able to negotiate a compromise settlement. He was present this evening to support the request for Certificate of Appropriateness.

Mr. Waldo was pleased to see the reduced height of the racks and was okay with this plan. Mr. Barber

thought this met concerns of the Act. Mr. Bohlin thought this met the concerns of the Act and

expressed he was happy to see everything worked out. Mr. Crowell was delighted to see a compromise

had worked out and they were moving ahead with understanding of the good of the public and town.

Mr. Ciambriello was pleased to hear an agreement has been made. There was no reason why a

Certificate of Appropriateness should not be granted. Mr. Lomenzo had questions about the winter boat

storage. He asked of the intent was to have the Committee approve both plans. Atty. Murphy noted

that they were looking for approval for both plans at this time. He explained the location changes from

winter to summer. Mr. Lomenzo asked where the racks would be in the winter. Atty. Murphy explained

that changes from year to year but would typically be behind the café, adjacent to the houses. The

westerly portion would be relocated to the easterly side. Also summer parking would become winter

boat storage. Mr. Lomenzo observed that there was a concrete plan for summer but the winter plan

was more fluid. He asked if there was any way to specify the winter plan. Atty. Murphy agreed to check

with the boatyard manager. Mr. Lomenzo suggested taking a zone and labeling it no boats or racks in

that area. He also noted that he thought the genesis of this compromise was great. Mr. Ciambriello was

concerned the Committee was getting into an area it shouldn't be. The Committee should not be telling

the boatyard where to put their racks. Atty. Ford noted that the location was important to coming to a

compromise. There should be a plan for winter storage in his opinion. Mr. Ciambriello believed that the

plans were approved by planning and therefore he felt they did not need to be approved by this

committee also. Atty. Murphy did not have a problem providing areas. He explained exact locations may

change. He was willing to try to zero in on racks that would be moved in the winter months. Mr.

Lomenzo was comfortable approving the plan and in the future could receive a letter of amendment. He

noted that Attorney Murphy would be signing the yellow form agreeing not to make any changes

without the board being informed. The integrity of that signature was important. Mr. Barber made a

suggestion to mark areas where the boats would not be higher than a specific number but not specify

the number of racks being put in that area.


Motion:

Mr. Boland made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber, to accept the application with the understanding

that the marina would provide a winter boat storage area plan showing heights. APPLICATION

APPROVED. Voted 5-0-1 (Mr. Waldo abstained). The Committee thanked both Attorneys for their hard

work.

Mr. Waldo stepped down.

19. Don J. J. Cordell, EDO Realty Trust – Greenhouse & arbor at 134 Coles Pond Road, Unit D, East Dennis

(M424-1-4).

Atty. Lester J Murphy, along with Chris ?, was present to represent the application. There were no

comments from abutters or the public.

Mr. Barber noted this would not be seen by the public but he questioned the color of glass. It would be

clear. Mr. Barber thought this met the concerns of the Act. He wanted to be clear that he would not

approve greenhouses everywhere but in this location it was appropriate. Mr. Bolin and Mr. Crowell

agreed this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Ciambriello noted a lot of the information that was given

should have been included on the application. Atty. Murphy pointed out the attached description. Mr.

Ciambriello noted that the specification sheet was not filled out. Atty. Murphy explained that the spec

sheet did not clearly represent their project. Mr. Ciambriello thought that since this could not be seen

from the road it met the requirements of the Act. Mr. Lomenzo questioned the fence would be natural

cedar fence. He again clarified it would not be vinyl and it was indicated it would not. Mr. Lomenzo

thought this was a beautiful project.

Motion:

Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber, to accept the application as presented.

APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-0.

Mr. Waldo stepped back in.

20. Barbara Scannell – Alterations (enlarge window) at 26 Fieldstone Drive, Dennis (M301-14)

Mike Scannell was present to represent the application. There were no comments from abutters or the

public.

The Committee members thought this met the concerns of the Act.

Motion:

Mr. Crowell made a motion, seconded by Mr. Ciambriello, to accept the application as presented.


21. Anthony Browne – New single family dwelling at 8 Stonewall Way, East Dennis (M408-28).

Gordon Clark and David Nordberg were present to represent the application. There were no comments

from abutters or the public.

Mr. Crowell thought this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Ciambriello agreed. Mr. Waldo commented

on the oval window. Mr. Clark explained this lit the staircase. Mr. Waldo had no problem. Mr. Barber

made a disclaimer that he was working with Mr. Clark on another project and that Mr. Nordberg was

doing a project at his own house but it won’t affect his decision. He was not thrilled with the oval

windows but could see them as a signature. He liked the transom over the front door. He suggested

the roof of the arch be copper. Mr. Clark agreed it looked nice but would have to confer with the owner

since copper was so expensive. Mr. Barber thought this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Bohlin asked

for the length and width of the project. Mr. Clark explained it was 64' x 28'. Mr. Bohlin felt this met the


Motion:

Mr. Bolin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Crowell, to accept the application with the stipulation that

the applicant fill in the length and width on second page of the application. APPLICATION APPROVED.

Voted 5-0-1 (Mr. Waldo abstained).

Other Business:

The Committee agreed to schedule a workshop for the week of January 26, 2014. It was suggested for

Wednesday, January 29, 2014 in the afternoon and the Building Commissioner.

Motion to Adjourn:

Made by Mr. Bohlin, seconded by Mr. Barber. MEETING ADJOURNED AT 10:11pm. Voted 5-0-1 (Mr. Waldo

abstained).

_________________________ Peter Lomenzo, Chairman

Town of Dennis

Old King's Highway Regional Historic District Committee Town of Dennis Annex, 685 Route 134, South Dennis, Massachusetts 02660 508-760-6127 (fax) 508-694-2019

MINUTES OF THE OLD KING’S HIGHWAY REGIONAL HISTORIC DISTRICT

DATE: Wednesday, March 9, 2016 PRESENT:Chairman/Secretary Bill Bohlin, Gary Barber, Kimery Holl, Phil Catchings, Joshua Crowell ABSENT:, Alternate Robert Waldo, Alternate Edward Doucette STAFF: Kerry Barton CONVENED: 6pm

A public hearing was held in accordance with Chapter 470 of the Acts of 1973, as Amended, at Dennis Town Office, 685 Rt. 134, South Dennis, Stone Hearing Room, Lower Level, on Wednesday March 9, 2016 at 6:00 P.M. on the following applications for a Certificate of Appropriateness:

MCA –MEETS THE CONCERNS OF THE ACT Minutes:

2.24.16 Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion to accept minutes as written. Mr. Catchings seconded. Vote 4.0.1

(Mr. Crowell abstained)

Continued: 1. Jeanne Holland – Install solar panels at 8 Kenneth Lane, Dennis (M310-5) Contractor signed an

Extension of Limits on 3.3.16 to continue application per homeowners request until 3.23.16

OKH Meeting

2. Todd Boyle - Installation of solar panels at 30 Partridge Lane, Dennis (M369-18)

No one is present. Move the end of the meeting.

3. David Foscaldo – Replace roof at 27 North Street, East Dennis (M412-23)

Homeowner is present and speaks of alternative materials he has researched. No abutters or

public are present. Mr. Catchings state that he has been in contact with homeowner

discussing roof options. Homeowner presents picture of weatherwood roof with copper

flashing for approval.

Motion:

Mr. Catchings made a motion to accept application as submitted with a sample of the product

submitted to the Historic Office. Mr. Barber seconded. Vote 5.0.0

4. William Brister - Installation of solar panels at 5 Prospect Street, East Dennis (M390-24)

Greg Laccase from Trinity Solar is present for the homeowner. No abutters or public are

present. Contractor presents new solar panel layout.

Motion:

Mr. Barber made a motion to accept application as submitted. Mr. Catchings seconded. Vote

4.0.1 (Mr. Crowell abstained)

Regular Meeting:

1. Catherine Kilroy – Installation of solar panels at 55 Dunstable Cross Road, South Dennis

(M186-61)

Nathan Tissot, Solar City is present for the homeowner. No abutters or public are present.

Motion:

Mr. Catchings made a motion to accept application as submitted. Mr. Crowell seconded. Vote

5.0.0

2. John and Nancy Harnick – Replace doors, sliders and windows at 128 Sears Road, East Dennis

(M341-7)

Peter Eastman and John Harnick are present. No abutters or public are present. Mr. Bohlin,

Mr. Crowell, and Mr. Catchings do not approve of the front door. They would approve a 4-lite

door.

Motion:

Mr. Catchings made a motion to accept application as submitted with a 4-lite door installed.

Mr. Crowell seconded. Vote 5.0.0

3. Denis Williams – Replace garage doors, add trellis above garage, new windows, new cedar

shingles, replace sunroom sliders with windows at 126 Bridge Street, East Dennis (M393-31)

Homeowners are present. No abutters or public are present. MCA.

Motion:


5.0.0

4. Meridian Family Limited Partner – Remove 8’x8’ overhead door with a double hung window

24”x40” at 860 Route 134, South Dennis (M218-26)

Ann Semimara is present for the homeowner. No abutters or public are present. MCA.

Motion:

Mr. Barber made a motion to accept application as submitted. Mr. Crowell seconded. Vote

5.0.0

5. Olaf Schmidt – Build pool house 14’x18’, fencing, stone wall at 58 Sea Street, East Dennis

(M413-38)

Leif Botcher is present for the homeowner. No abutters or public are present. Mr. Bohlin read

letters from abutters into record. Mr. Catchings states he is a neighbor, not an abutter and

asks if the approved COA on 10.14.15 was void, contractor states yes. After much discussion

from the board regarding the proper reading of the plot plan, Kerry pulled the Historic File for

review. Mr. Crowell would like an entire plot plan submitted with application.

Motion:

Mr. Barber made a motion to accept application as submitted, with appropriate vegetative

screening installed. Mr. Crowell seconded. Vote 5.0.0

Motion:

Mr. Catchings made a motion to withdraw the application approved on 10.14.15 as submitted.

Mr. Barber seconded. Vote 5.0.0

6. John Rooney – Remove deck, construct 30’x18’ one story addition, stone patio, stone retaining

wall 24” high x 75’ long, extend shed dormer, replace windows at 72 Carol Drive, East Dennis

(M362-14)

Mark Farber and John Rooney are present. No abutters or public are present. MCA.

Motion:

Mr. Barber made a motion to accept application as submitted. Mr. Catchings seconded. Vote

5.0.0

7. Heather Keith – Enclose 3 season porch at 46 Bay View Circle, South Dennis (M170-163)

Wallace Hornsby is present for the homeowner. No abutters or public are present. MCA.

Motion:


5.0.0

8. Michael Ehrhart – Install one garage door to match existing, installation of solar panels at 222

Old Chatham Road, East Dennis (M203-42)

John Cavanaugh and Michael Ehrhart are present. No abutters or public are present. MCA.

Motion:

Mr. Barber made a motion to accept application as submitted. Mr. Crowell seconded. Vote

5.0.0

9. Todd Boyle - Installation of solar panels at 30 Partridge Lane, Dennis (M369-18)

No one is present. Move the end of the meeting.

Motion:

Mr. Catchings made a motion to continue application to our next meeting, as long as the

homeowner or contractor signs the Extension of Limits Form. Mr. Barber seconded. Vote 5.0.0

Other Business (Complaints, Informal’s, General Information, Exemptions)

30 Christopher Hall – Mr. Barber went and measured the entire project at stated address.

Homeowner is in violation. Kerry Barton to speak to Brian Florence in regards to project. Mr.

Bohlin thinks entire pergola should be removed and homeowner should apply for COA with

Historic. Ms. Holl and Mr. Crowell agree with Mr. Bohlin. Mr. Catchings would like to discuss

how we could remedy the violation. We will discuss at our next meeting 3.23.16

Motion to Adjourn:

Motion made by Mr. Crowell, seconded by Mr. Barber. MEETING ADJOURNED AT 8:10 PM. Voted 4.0.0

Secretary/Chairperson:

Dated: _____________________________________________________

Town of Dennis



DATE: Wednesday, February 24, 2016 PRESENT:Chairman/Secretary Bill Bohlin, Gary Barber, Kimery Holl, Phil Catchings ABSENT:, Alternate Robert Waldo, Alternate Edward Doucette, Joshua Crowell STAFF: Kerry Barton CONVENED: 6pm

A public hearing was held in accordance with Chapter 470 of the Acts of 1973, as Amended, at Dennis Town Office, 685 Rt. 134, South Dennis, Stone Hearing Room, Lower Level, on Wednesday February 24, 2016 at 6:00 P.M. on the following applications for a Certificate of Appropriateness:


2.10.16 Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion to accept minutes as written. Ms. Holl seconded. Vote 4.0.0

Continued:

1. Christopher Birdsey – Demolition of sunroom and breezeway, remodel and build new addition at 58 Featherbed Lane, Dennis (M353-7) Doug Mullen, Mr. Pezzoni, and Jim Pelletier are present representing the homeowner. No abutters or public are present. Pool house renovations. MCA. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion to accept the application as submitted. Mr. Catchings seconded. Vote 4.0.0

2. Christopher Birdsey – New 17’ addition, replace windows, siding, trim and roof at 58 Featherbed Lane, Dennis (M353-7) Doug Mullen, Mr. Pezzoni, and Jim Pelletier are present representing the homeowner. No abutters or public are present. Mr. Bohlin read letters from Michael Skol, Claudia Serwer, Ansel Chaplin, James and Sandra Mason and Christopher Birdsey into record. Mr. Pelletier presented new elevation drawings of house. Mr. Barber states you cannot see the pool house from the Masons house. Board discusses what is appropriate for a landscape plan, and they feel it is not in their purview to have homeowner submit a detailed plan and feels that the homeowner

should keep the wooded character of the property as they already are. Motion: Mr. Catchings made a motion to accept the application as submitted with the homeowner to maintain the wooded character of the property with a vegetative screening from the house next door. Mr. Barber seconded. Vote 4.0.0

Regular Meeting:

1. James and Katherine Delehaunty – Side door entry to lower level at 73 King James Drive, East Dennis (M357-17) Homeowners are present. No abutters or public are present. Mr. Barber states MCA. Mr. Catchings and Mr. Bohlin do not like the skylights in the new addition because they face King James Street. Owner asks if the board would consider smaller skylights. The state they would not. Mr. Catchings suggests enlarging windows on the south elevation.

Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion to accept the application as submitted, with the deletion of the two skylights. Mr. Catchings seconded. Vote 4.0.0

2. Fred and Louis Provost – 14’x16’ addition at 40 Baldwin Road, Dennis (M333-31) Steve Bobola from Mass Building is present for the homeowners. No abutters or public are present. MCA.

Motion: Mr. Catchings made a motion to accept the application as submitted. Mr. Barber seconded. Vote 4.0.0

3. Marla Vincent – Installation of solar panels at 226 Paddocks Path, Dennis (M334-36

Nathan Tissot from Solar City and homeowner are present. Mr. Bohlin read letters from several

neighbors into record. No abutters or public are present. Mr. Barber and Ms. Holl MCA. Mr.

Catchings and Mr. Bohlin feel this project is too visible and are not concerned with how many

cars travel the road, their concern is setting a precedent for solar panels that are visible from a

public way. Mr. Catchings feels the owner may want to continue application since the board is

split. Mr. Catchings states Mr. Crowell is absent from tonight’s meeting, and he was for the

project.

Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion to accept the application as submitted. Ms. Holl seconded. Vote 3.1.0 (Mr. Catchings abstained)

4. John O’Connor – Demolish existing garage and replace with a 28’x28’ garage at 512 Main Street, Dennis (M305-4) Homeowner is present. No abutters or public are present. MCA.

Motion:

Mr. Catchings made a motion to accept the application as submitted. Mr. Barber seconded. Vote 4.0.0

5. Pamela Schaeffer - Installation of solar panels at 134-4A Coles Pond Road, East Dennis (M424-1) Jason Stouts of EZ Solar is present for homeowners. No abutters or public are present. MCA.

Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion to accept the application as submitted. Mr. Catchings seconded. Vote 4.0.0

6. Todd Boyle - Installation of solar panels at 30 Partridge Lane, Dennis (M369-18) Jason Stouts of EZ Solar is present for homeowners. No abutters or public are present. Mr. Barber would not accept the panel presented.

Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion to allow applicant to continue the application to our next meeting, 3.9.16. Mr. Catchings seconded. Vote 4.0.0

7. David Foscaldo – Replace roof at 27 North Street, East Dennis (M412-23) Homeowner was unable to attend meeting, Mr. Bohlin read a letter from homeowner into record. No abutters or public are present. Mr. Catchings stated he required this application to go before the board and not use the Exemption Form due to the age of the home and felt the neighbors should be notified. He states the older homes in the historic area should be held to a higher standard, we have requirements set in place if the homeowner would like to demolish the home, alterations should be considered for the age of the home as well. Mr. Barber states the roof has already been re-roofed in the past and most likley has plywood on the roof and that would not allow the roof to breathe with red cedar shingles installed, therefore roof would not last as long as an asphalt roof. Mr. Catchings states he has been researching new roof materials that look like cedar, he would like to continue the application to the next meeting to be able to disucss such materials with the homeowner.

Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion to allow applicant to continue the application to our next meeting, 3.9.16. Mr. Catchings seconded. Vote 4.0.0

8. William Brister - Installation of solar panels at 5 Prospect Street, East Dennis (M390-24)

Tim Callahan of Trinity Solar is present for homeowner. No abutters or public are present. Mr.

Bohlin states solar panels are visible from Dr. Lords. Mr. Barber states solar panels are visible,

but feels house is away from the street. Ms. Holl states the right side of home is not visible due

to cedar trees. Mr. Catchings states he did not look at property from Dr. Lords and would

abstain. Mr. Barber states it is in a very historic area and home has a light roof, he would

consider passing if the roof was black with black panels. Ms. Holl asks if the entire roof needs to

be covered. Mr. Callahan states yes.

Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion to allow applicant to continue the application to our next meeting,

3.9.16. Mr. Catchings seconded. Vote 4.0.0

9. Holland Realty Trust – George Holland - Installation of solar panels at 46 Friends Lane, East Dennis (M218-20) Tim Callahan of Trinity Solar is present for homeowner. No abutters or public are present . MCA.

Motion: Mr. Catchings made a motion to accept the application as submitted, with black on black solar panels installed. Mr. Barber seconded. Vote 4.0.0

10. Cara Joly – Construct a one-car garage at 14 Saga Road, South Dennis (M172-139) Withdrawn by contractor on 2.19.16

11. David Zink – Construct a new garage and shed dormer at 11 Johnson Lane, Dennis (M348-26)

Peter Kimball is present for the homeowners. No abutters or public are present. MCA. Motion: Mr. Catchings made a motion to accept the application as submitted. Mr. Barber seconded. Vote 4.0.0

12. Amy Axthelm – Remove window in rear and patch in, replace outside shower with red cedar at 157 Sea Street, East Dennis (M422-14)

Eric Oman is present for the homeowner. No abutters or public are present. MCA. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion to accept the application as submitted. Mr. Catchings seconded. Vote 4.0.0

13. Bryce Tinmouth – Remove all skylights, add pt. trellis, azek railing, azek decking, add dormer in front, remove half round window at 39 Cold Storage Road, East Dennis (M411-5) Eric Oman is present for the homeowner. No abutters or public are present. MCA. Motion: Mr. Catchings made a motion to accept the application as submitted. Mr. Barber seconded. Vote 4.0.0


Gregory and Pamela Talin-Bryant – Chimney repair at 3 Lampblack Way, East Dennis (M339-35) Pamela Talin-Bryant present to discuss chimney repair. Board approves of what homeowner is presenting.

Discuss 30 Christopher Hall Drive violation- Board is going to property to look at property again and will take measurements. We will discuss at our 3.23.16 meeting.

Sam Thurston – Add cable rail to deck at 103 Horsefoot Path, Dennis (M344-50)-approved

Melpet Farm – Solar panel style – 812 Rt. 134, East Dennis (M203-23)-approved

Ernie Johnson – LOA at 142 Nobscussett Road, Dennis (M349-23)-approved

Edward Waite – LOA at 17 Checkerberry Lane, East Dennis (M379-30)-approved

Brian Perry – LOA at 17 Wager Lane, South Dennis (M229-6)-approved

David Mischlen – Deck railings at 76 Pilgrim Road, Dennis (M367-30)-approved

Stephen Proulx – Deck and entry at 36 Robbin Run, East Dennis (M318-8)-approved

John Lawler – Roof at 130 Sea Street, East Dennis (M413-1)-approved

Mr. Barber would like Kerry to look into the Goods residence at RT 6A, Dennis for shed, fence and plot plan.

Mr. Bohlin discusses new solar panels that are clear that are coming onto the market. Mr. Barber would like to find a property that has shingled solar panels installed for the board to go view.

Motion to Adjourn:

Motion made by Mr. Barber, seconded by Mr. Catchings. MEETING ADJOURNED AT 8:34 PM. Voted 4.0.0


Dated: _____________________________________________________

Town of Dennis



DATE: Wednesday, February 10, 2016 PRESENT:Chairman/Secretary Bill Bohlin, Gary Barber, Joshua Crowell, Kimery Holl ABSENT:, Alternate Robert Waldo, Alternate Edward Doucette, Phil Catchings STAFF: Kerry Barton CONVENED: 6pm

A public hearing was held in accordance with Chapter 470 of the Acts of 1973, as Amended, at Dennis Town Office, 685 Rt. 134, South Dennis, Stone Hearing Room, Lower Level, on Wednesday February 10, 2016 at 6:00 P.M. on the following applications for a Certificate of Appropriateness:


1.13.16 1.27.16

Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion to accept minutes as written for 1.13.16. Mr. Crowell seconded. Vote

4.0.0

Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion to accept minutes as written for 1.27.16. Mr. Crowell seconded. Vote

4.0.0

Continued:

1. Francis and Judith Giroux - Installation of solar panels at 51 Rocky Ridge Road, Dennis (M307-

49)

Nathan Tissot of Solar City is present representing the homeowner. No abutters or public are

present. Mr. Barber states the roof will be visible in the summer, but not in the winter. MCA.

Motion: Mr. Crowell made a motion to accept the application as presented. Mr. Barber seconded. Vote 4.0.0

Regular Meeting:

6. Town of Dennis – Installation of phase 2 lights at 180 Old Bass River Road, South Dennis (M161-81) Dustin Pineau is present representing of the Town of Dennis. No abutters or public present. MCA.

Motion: Mr. Crowell made a motion to accept the application as presented. Mr. Barber seconded. Vote 4.0.0

1. Donald Brown – Remove vinyl siding and replace with cedar shingles. Replace front door, two

aluminum sliders and the garage door at 3 Perkins Way, East Dennis (M312-34)

John Monahan is present representing the homeowner. No abutters or public are present. MCA.

Motion: Mr. Crowell made a motion to accept the application as presented. Mr. Barber seconded. Vote

4.0.0

2. Robert and Egle Salvi – Install solar panels at 7 Compass Lane, East Dennis (M334-47)


present. MCA.

Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion to accept the application as presented. Mr. Crowell seconded. Vote

4.0.0

3. Jeanne Holland – Install solar panels at 8 Kenneth Lane, Dennis (M310-5)


present. Mr. Barber states the roofs face both Kenneth Lane and Mahoney Street. It looks to

him and the other board members that Mahoney Street is the front of the house. Both roofs are

visible from both streets. Mrs. Holl asks the color of the present roof shingle. Grey. Mr. Crowell

states this is a difficult lot, and either roof could be considered front of house, he would prefer if

the roof shingles were changed to black. Mr. Bohlin states the application does not meet the

requirements of the act. Mr. Barber would consider passing the application if the roof shingles

were changed to black.

Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion to allow applicant to continue to 3.9.16 meeting. Mr. Crowell

seconded. Vote 4.0.0

4. Robert Prall - Install solar panels at 23 Schooner Road, Dennis (M386-36


present. MCA.

Motion:

Mr. Barber made a motion to accept the application as presented. Mr. Crowell seconded. Vote

4.0.0

5. Steven Keady – Remove and replace deck and front step at 113 Shore Drive, Dennis (M365-17)

Richard Desmarais is present representing the homeowner. No abutters or public are present.

MCA.


4.0.0

7. Gary Bates - Install solar panels at 246 Mayfair Road, South Dennis (M197-128)

Mike, My Generation Energy, is present for the homeowner. . No abutters or public are present.

Mr. Barber states exempt area, but would like to see the solar panels moved to the left or right

of the roof, not centered and would like to see the roof shingle black. Contractor states the

homeowner is planning to change roof color to black and was written on the application. Board

agrees moving the solar panels to the left of the roof as you are facing the house.

Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion to accept the application as presented, with the solar panels moved

to the left edge of the house, (as you face the house) with a black shingled roof. Mr. Crowell


8. Old Chatham Road Realty Trust c/o Nancy Gifford - Install solar panels at 528 Old Chatham

Road, East Dennis (M180-5)

Nathan Tissot of Solar City is present representing the homeowner. Mr. Bohlin read a letter into

record from a neighbor who is for the project. No abutters or public are present. MCA.


4.0.0

9. William and Ellin Conley – Remove bulkhead and replace with build new entry to match house

at 8 Black Flats Road, Dennis (M346-26)

Homeowner is present. No abutters or public are present. MCA.

Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion to accept the application as presented. Mr. Crowell seconded. Vote

4.0.0


Christopher Birdsey – Demolition of sunroom and breezeway, remodel and build new addition

at 58 Featherbed Lane, Dennis (M353-7) Informal Meeting

Christopher Birdsey – New 17’ addition, replace windows, siding, trim and roof at 58

Featherbed Lane, Dennis (M353-7) Informal Meeting

Discussion of both above properties: Mr. Pezzoni, Attorney for Mr. Birdsey is present, along with

Mr. Jeff Eldredge, landscape designer. Mr. Eldredge explains the updated landscape plan. Mr.

Ben Zehnder, Attorney for the Masons is present. Mr. Zehnder would like the application to

have a specific landscape plan with plantings specified on plan that will be/were removed, with

specific details of what plantings will replace and screen the property. After much discussion

from board, they agree that Mr. Birdsey may come before the board after construction with a

landscape plan for board approval. Construction of the main house and pool house; Mr. Barber

confirms the railings and posts are mahogany with stainless steel rungs (cables). The board

would prefer to see weather wood shingles to black shingles. The north side of the house is a

huge improvement and the board members would approve this design. The south side of the

home needs improvement and prefers the existing south elevation drawings. The board

suggests they draw new drawings to bring to the next meeting 2.24.16. Pool house renovations

are great and board feels they are a great improvement.

909 Rt. 6A, Dennis - Fence is currently split rail white vinyl – All board members are ok with this fence

30 Christopher Hall – Discussion of pergola – Board discussed this property. Kerry to send out a 30 day OKH violation for pergola in rear of shed.

400 Old Chatham Road – New pink shutters installed. Kerry to send out a 30 day OKH violation letter.

Motion to Adjourn:



Dated: _____________________________________________________

Town of Dennis



DATE: Wednesday, January 27, 2016 PRESENT:Chairman/Secretary Bill Bohlin, Gary Barber, Phil Catchings, Joshua Crowell, Kimery Holl ABSENT:, Alternate Robert Waldo, Alternate Edward Doucette STAFF: Kerry Barton CONVENED: 6pm

A public hearing was held in accordance with Chapter 470 of the Acts of 1973, as Amended, at Dennis Town Office, 685 Rt. 134, South Dennis, Selectmen’s Hearing Room, Lower Level, on Wednesday January 27, 2016 at 6:00 P.M. on the following applications for a Certificate of Appropriateness:

MCA –MEETS THE CONCERNS OF THE ACT Kimery Holl was present for meeting. She observed meeting and did not vote on any of the applications.

Minutes:

1.13.16 To be approved at the 2.10.16 meeting

Continued:

1. Christopher Birdsey – Demolition of sunroom and breezeway, remodel and build new addition at 58 Featherbed Lane, Dennis (M353-7) Mr. Bohlin read abutter letters into record from Michael Skol and Claudia Serwer and James and Sandra Mason. No abutters or public are present. Mr. Doug Mullen, William Pezzoni, Jim Pelletier, and Benjamin Zehnder were present to speak on behalf of this project. After much deliberation amongst the board and interested parties, the board suggests that both “continued” projects on tonight’s agenda be heard at the next meeting, 2.10.16, as an informal, and then continue the application’s to the 2.24.16 meeting. Full discussion of the deliberation available for viewing on the town website, “video on demand.” Motion: Mr. Catchings made a motion to hear #1 and #2 on tonight’s meetings be heard as an informal at our 2.10.16 meeting, and then the applications will be heard formally at our 2.24.16 meeting. Mr. Crowell seconded. Vote 4.0.0

2. Christopher Birdsey – New 17’ addition, replace windows, siding, trim and roof at 58 Featherbed Lane, Dennis (M353-7) See above description and motion, as it pertains to this application.

Regular Meeting:

1. William and Jennifer Bullock – Installation of solar panels at 11 Fairway Drive, East Dennis

(M264-6) Nathan Tissot of Solar City is present representing homeowner. No abutters or public are present. MCA. Motion: Mr. Catchings made a motion to accept application as presented. Mr. Crowell seconded. Vote 4.0.0

2. Robert and Pamela Brimmer - Installation of solar panels at 110 Forest Pines Drive, East Dennis (M360-31) Nathan Tissot of Solar City is present representing homeowner. No abutters or public are present. MCA. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion to accept application as presented. Mr. Catchings seconded. Vote 4.0.0

3. Jane Fleming - Installation of solar panels at 17 Grassy Pond Drive, East Dennis (M263-31) Daniel Ahrens of Direct Energy is present representing the homeowner. No abutters or public are present. MCA. Motion: Mr. Crowell made a motion to accept application as presented. Mr. Barber seconded. Vote 4.0.0

4. John Condon - Installation of solar panels at 9 MacAndrew Drive, Dennis (M310-48) Greg Laccase of Trinity Solar is present representing the homeowner. No abutters or public are present. Contractor states panels are blue. Entire board states they must be flat black panels with black frames. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion to accept application as amended with the solar panels being flat black with black frames. Mr. Catchings seconded. Vote 4.0.0

5. Eversource Energy/Verizon Wireless – Utility poles at 21 Dunes Road, Dennis (M345-156) Peter Anderson is present representing Verizon Wireless. No abutters or public are present. MCA. Motion: Mr. Crowell made a motion to accept application as presented. Mr. Catchings seconded. Vote 4.0.0

6. Eversource Energy/Verizon Wireless - Utility poles at 217 Corporation Road, Dennis (M402-1)

Peter Anderson is present representing Verizon Wireless. No abutters or public are present. MCA. Motion: Mr. Crowell made a motion to accept application as amended for the transformer is the same size as the pole. Mr. Catchings seconded. Vote 4.0.0

7. Francis and Judith Giroux - Installation of solar panels at 51 Rocky Ridge Road, Dennis (M307-49) Nathan Tissot of Solar City is present representing homeowner. No abutters or public are present. Mr. Bohlin states the panels are visible from Bismark. Mr. Bohlin suggests this application be continued so fellow board members can look at the panels from Bismark. Motion: Mr. Catchings made a motion to continue the application to our next meeting on 2.10.16 so board members can look at panels from Bismark. Mr. Crowell seconded. Vote 4.0.0

8. Amy Curley – Remove and replace existing roof at 51 Bleak House Circle, Dennis (M403-5) Erik Tolley is present representing the homeowners. Jack Callahan is present from 45 Bleak House Road. Mr. Jack Callahan presented pictures of said property in question and gave a brief history to the properties history and states that the new garage does not conform to the other homes in the neighborhood. Mr. Gregory Callahan is present and states the garage is not conforming to the lot. Mr. Barber states he serves on the Cape Cod Tech board with Mr. Tolley and it will not sway his vote. Mr. Barber states new garage is an improvement and is for the project, and would like to see carriage house hardware on the garage. Mr. Tolley will put carriage house hardware on the garage. Mr. Crowell feels the dormer distracts from the house roofline and takes away from the cottages in the neighborhood. Mr. Catchings agrees with both Mr. Barber and Mr. Crowell. Mr. Bohlin is for the project. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion to accept application as presented. Mr. Catchings seconded. Vote 3.1.0 (Mr. Crowell opposed)

9. Arthur F. Noterman – Extend existing deck approximately 14’x10’ to meet the back of the house, replace surface of deck and rails with pressure treated wood at 23 Dalton Lane, East Dennis (M422-31) Homeowner is present. . No abutters or public are present. MCA. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion to accept application as presented. Mr. Crowell seconded. Vote 4.0.0

10. Matthew and Sylvia Logan – Replace existing fence with 6’ vinyl fencing, extend fence to shed which will have an area in front of the shed with 4’ cape cod picket vinyl fence at 95 Old Town Lane, East Dennis (M408-10) Homeowner is present. Mr. Bohlin read a letter into record against the project. Mr. Bohlin and Catching agree with the abutter that proposed fencing does not meet the concerns of the act.

Mr. Barber suggests flat board fence. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion to accept application as amended with flat board fence 6’ be installed to shed, in rear and Townline Road, last sections to go from 6’ to 4’, Bridge Street will be 4’ flat board fence and return to house with same 4’ height, all fencing is wood. Mr. Crowell seconded. Vote 4.0.0

11. Marc Richard - Installation of solar panels at 48 Norseman Drive, South Dennis (M172-54) Homeowner is present. No abutters or public are present. Board suggests black panels on front of and adding one panel to make it 18 panels installed on the roof. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion to accept application as amended with one Hyndi flat black panel w/black grid be added to the roof to make the grid square. Mr. Crowell seconded. Vote 4.0.0

12. Randy Balhorn – Single family home at 80 Coles Pond Road, East Dennis (M423-7) Attorney Mike Ford and John McDonald are present representing the homeowner. Mr. McDonald explains the plans of the project along with Lauren, the landscape designer. Mr. Paul , Sweetser, land surveyor, provides plans for review. Holly Winfield, property manager of abutting homes states this house fits into the neighborhood. Mr. Barber would like to see black vinyl fencing rather than the galvanized steel that is proposed. Discussion amongst the board of how many floors are visible from the ocean side. MCA. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion to accept application as presented. Mr. Crowell seconded. Vote 4.0.0

13. Matthew Reid and Charissa Reid-Bertocci - Installation of solar panels at 40 Uncle Stanleys Way, South Dennis (M198-3) Nathan Tissot of Solar City is present representing homeowner. No abutters or public are present. MCA. Motion: Mr. Catchings made a motion to accept application as presented. Mr. Crowell seconded. Vote 4.0.0

14. Mark T. Hegarty Trustee – Installation of windows at 36 Jericho Road, Dennis (M386-6) Homeowner is present. No abutters or public are present. MCA. Motion: Mr. Crowell made a motion to accept application as presented. Mr. Catchings seconded. Vote 4.0.0

15. Mike and Kathy Russo – Opening of existing exterior wall to build new addition at 54 Barristers Walk, Dennis (M305-23) Contractor is present representing homeowner. No abutters or public are present. MCA. Motion:

Mr. Barber made a motion to accept application as presented. Mr. Catchings seconded. Vote 4.0.0

16. Ken Fletcher III – Stockade fence at 3 Hemlock Lane, South Dennis (M175-1) Homeowner is present. No abutters or public are present. Mr. Barber wants the finished side of fence facing the street, Rt. 134. Mr. Catchings wants the points cut off the stockade fence and capped. Motion: Mr. Catchings made a motion to accept application as amended with the finished side of fence to face Rt. 134 and the points to be cut off the stockade and capped. Mr. Crowell seconded. Vote 4.0.0

17. Robert McPhee - Single family home at 15 Old Woods Road, East Dennis (M267-63) Robert McPhee is present. No abutters or public are present. MCA. Motion: Mr. Crowell made a motion to accept application as presented. Mr. Barber seconded. Vote 4.0.0

18. John and Deborah Benker - Installation of solar panels at 2 Prince Way, East Dennis (M357-39) Nathan Tissot of Solar City is present representing homeowner. No abutters or public are present. Mr. Barber states that panels can be seen from Northside and Bradford, but is ok with the application. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion to accept application as presented. Mr. Crowell seconded. Vote 3.1.0 (Mr. Bohlin opposed)

19. Brian Lapointe - Installation of solar panels at 5 Chandler Drive, South Dennis (M177-63) Nathan Tissot of Solar City is present representing homeowner. No abutters or public are present. MCA. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion to accept application as presented. Mr. Crowell seconded. Vote 4.0.0

20. Janet Weatherbe - Installation of solar panels at 14 Frog Tree Lane, East Dennis (M393-35) Nathan Tissot of Solar City is present representing homeowner. No abutters or public are present. MCA. Motion: Mr. Catchings made a motion to accept application as presented. Mr. Crowell seconded. Vote 4.0.0

21. Robert and Jean Anderson – 105 Edgemere Road, South Dennis (M170-58) Nathan Tissot of Solar City is present representing homeowner. No abutters or public are present. MCA. Motion:

Mr. Catchings made a motion to accept application as presented. Mr. Crowell seconded. Vote 4.0.0

Other Business (Complaints, Informals, General Information, Exemptions

Enginuity Inc, Michael Ehrhar – 222 Old Chatham Road, South Dennis (M203-42) Owner present to discuss future solar panel project on a commercial building. Entire board sees no problem with the project as presented and would allow owner to use galvinised frame rather than black to blend in with the galvanized roof and the use of the panels with dots in the panel since the roof is 1 pitch and panels would not be seen.

310 Airline Drive – Fence is backwards and should be installed with the finished side facing the street/neighbors.

Fence – property address corrected from #919 Rt. 6A to #909 Rt. 6A fence is currently split rail white vinyl. Board to discuss at next meeting after looking at the property.

30 Christopher Hall – Kerry will forward the board the COA approvals and all building permits approved for this property. Board will discuss at the next meeting.

Motion to Adjourn:

Motion made by Mr. Crowell, seconded by Mr. Catchings. MEETING ADJOURNED AT 8:44 PM. Voted 4.0.0


Dated: _____________________________________________________

Town of Dennis



DATE: Wednesday, January 13, 2016 PRESENT:Chairman/Secretary Bill Bohlin, Gary Barber, Phil Catchings, Joshua Crowell ABSENT:, Alternate Robert Waldo STAFF: Kerry Barton CONVENED: 6pm

A public hearing was held in accordance with Chapter 470 of the Acts of 1973, as Amended, at Dennis Town Office, 685 Rt. 134, South Dennis, Selectmen’s Hearing Room, Lower Level, on Wednesday January 13, 2016 at 6:00 P.M. on the following applications for a Certificate of Appropriateness:


12.9.15

Motion:

Mr. Catchings made a motion to accept minutes as presented. Mr. Crowell seconded. Vote 4.0.0

Continued:

1. Town of Dennis – Installation of a new ADA compliant restroom facility at Sesuit Harbor

Parking Lot, East Dennis (M411-12)

Greg Rounseville is present representing the town. Mr. Rounseville showed a slide show of

the new building with a pitched concrete roof. No abutters or public are present. Mr.

Catchings would like to make sure rear solar unit is hidden by vegetation from street view,

and the lighting. Mr. Rounseville states lighting is led, casted down and will be on timers.

Mr. Bohlin prefers pitched roof. Mr. Crowell approves of application.

Motion:

Mr. Catchings made a motion to approve application as presented with the town to

maintain a vegetative screen and the light fixtures installed will be less industrial looking

than the ones proposed. Mr. Barber seconded. Vote 4.0.0

21. Town of Dennis – New signs at 685 Route 134, South Dennis (M175-30)

Greg Rounseville is present representing the town. No abutters or public are present. MCA.

Motion:

Mr. Catchings made a motion to approve application as presented for sign and lighting. Mr.

Crowell seconded. Vote 4.0.0

2. Dr. Brittich – New sign at 900 Route 134, South Dennis (M234-3)

Jesse of Pro Sign Services is present for homeowner. No abutters or public are present.

Discussion amongst board of the size presented for the new sign. Mr. Barber feels the sign

should not be restricted to the smaller size (18”x96”) that Mr. Bohlin suggests, he feels the

size the applicant is presenting (2’x4’x15’6”) is acceptable. Board agrees with the color

scheme, except for Mr. Catchings who feels sign should be black and white.

Motion:

Mr. Catchings made a motion to approve application as amended with the sign size to be

18”x96” with the presented colors. Mr. Barber seconded. Vote 4.0.0

3. Christopher Birdsey – Demolition of sunroom and breezeway, remodel and build new

addition at 58 Featherbed Lane, Dennis (M353-7) Contactor signed an Extension of Time

Limits to be heard at the 1.27.16 OKH Meeting

Motion:

Mr. Barber made a motion to approve extension of limits to our next meeting. Mr. Crowell


Regular Meeting:

1. John Markella – New 10’x14’ shed at 42 Bellingsgate Drive, Dennis (M256-55)

Jamie McGrath of Pinewood Harbor is present representing the homeowner. No abutters or

public are present. MCA.

Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion to approve application as presented. Mr. Catchings seconded. Vote 4.0.0

2. Cindy Rapose – Build a 19’x12’ sunroom with screens, gable roof on existing deck structure at

780 Route 134, South Dennis (M203-26)

Trevor Meyer is present representing the homeowner. No abutters or public are present. MCA.

Motion: Mr. Crowell made a motion to approve application as presented. Mr. Barber seconded. Vote 4.0.0

3. Robert Cappadona – Remove existing bulkhead and replace with three walls and a door at 10

Lady Slipper Drive, East Dennis (M261-65)

Trevor Meyer is present representing the homeowner. No abutters or public are present. MCA.

Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion to approve application as presented. Mr. Crowell seconded. Vote 4.0.0

4. Thomas & Ann Roodhouse – Remove existing deck and replace with a sunroom at 33 Angelo

Road, Dennis (M345-65)

Cotuit Bay Design is present representing the homeowner. No abutters or public are present.

MCA.

Motion: Mr. Crowell made a motion to approve application as presented. Mr. Barber seconded. Vote 4.0.0

5. Lydia Conca – Construct a 17’x14’ addition at 25 Peter Oliver Road, South Dennis (M182-1)

Chuck Deluga from Betterwood Homes is present representing the homeowner. . No abutters or

public are present. Mr. Barber would like to see double hung windows, not casement windows

on front and side elevations. MCA.

Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion to approve application as amended with panels replaced with shingles below front double hung windows on front and left elevations. Mr. Crowell seconded. Vote 4.0.0

6. Frank Warren – Installation of solar panels at 14 Homer Lane, East Dennis (M233-24)

Greg Laccase of Trinity Solar is present to represent the homeowner. No abutters or public are

present. Mr. Barber states the application does not state the color of the panel to be installed.

Contractor states blue. Mr. Barber states this is an exempt area and would approve application

with black on black panels.

Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion to approve application as amended with a flat black panel and black frame. Mr. Crowell seconded. Vote 4.0.0

7. James and Rose-Marie Merz – Construct a 12’x14’ screened porch at 83 South Street, East

Dennis (M398-14)

George Davis is present for the homeowner. No abutters or public are present. Board asks

where the generator is located. Mr. Davis states it is located on the side of the porch and can be

seen from South Street.

Motion: Make Mr. Catchings made a motion to approve application as amended with the generator not visible from South Street with fencing, lattice, or vegetative screen. Mr. Crowell seconded. Vote 4.0.0

8. Brian Perry & Valdene Kearney - Installation of solar panels at 17 Wager Lane, South Dennis

(M229-6)

Nathan Tissot of Solar City is present for the homeowner. Mr. Bohlin read a letter into record

from Mr. William Crossman. No abutters or public are present.


9. Jeanine Little - Installation of solar panels at 84 Coles Pond Road, East Dennis (M424-25)

Nathan Tissot of Solar City is present for the homeowner. No abutters or public are present. Mr.

Catchings states we have four applications with side roofs that can be seen from a public way.


10. Michael & Anna Szabados – New single family home at 47 Farrington Road, East Dennis (M423-

25) Contractor withdrew application on 12.21.15

11. Coles Pond Road, LLC – Repair existing stone walls, construct three new stone walls, install

cedar gates at 79 Coles Pond Road, East Dennis (M423-36 and M423-38)

Dan Ojela, Construction Engineer is present for the homeowner. No abutters or public are

present. Mr. Barber has questions on to the wall and gate. Contractor states the wall is dry laid

fieldstone 2’ high to match existing walls and the gage is 4’ high with 4’ cedar posts.

Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion to approve application as presented with gate 4’ high with 4’ cedar posts. Mr. Catchings seconded. Vote 4.0.0

12. Bob Giles – Install new posts on deck with a cable rail system at 32 Calvin Drive, Dennis (M308-

31)

Homeowner is present. No abutters or public are present. Mr. Bohlin read a letter into record

from Tom McCabe. Mr. Bohlin does not think the cable rail system meets the requirements of

the act.

Motion: Mr. Crowell made a motion to approve application. Mr. Barber seconded. Vote 3.1.0 (Mr. Bohlin opposed)

13. David and Carol Scott - Installation of solar panels at 40 Jays Drive, South Dennis (M201-26)

Nathan Tissot of Solar City is present for the homeowner. No abutters or public are present.

MCA.

Motion: Mr. Catchings made a motion to approve application as presented. Mr. Crowell seconded. Vote 4.0.0

14. Robert and Gerri O’Brien - Installation of solar panels at 92 Quivet Road, East Dennis (M363-1)

Nathan Tissot of Solar City is present for the homeowner. No abutters or public are present. Mr.

Catchings states side and middle roof panels are visible, he prefers them not to be visible. Mr.

Bohlin agrees with Mr. Catchings. Mr. Barber does not object to the panels as presented due to

the roof is black and panels are black. Mr. Crowell agrees with Mr. Barber.


15. Jean Forster - Installation of solar panels at 20 Davidson Avenue, South Dennis (M186-7)


MCA.


16. Edwin and Judith Urie - Installation of solar panels at 6 Billingsgate Road, Dennis (M282-65)


Board states the panels are visible from the road, yet is tucked in amongst trees and screened

by the house next door.

Motion: Mr. Catchings made a motion to approve application as presented. Mr. Crowell seconded. Vote 4.0.0

17. Christopher Birdsey – New 17’ addition, replace windows, siding, trim and roof at 58

Featherbed Lane, Dennis (M353-7) Contractor signed an Extension of Limits to be heard at the

1.27.16 OKH Meeting

Motion: Mr. Crowell made a motion to approve the extension of limits to our next meeting 1.27.16. Mr. Catchings seconded. Vote 4.0.0

18. Robert O’Neil - New single family home at 311 Sesuit Neck Road, East Dennis (M410-47)

Gordon Clarke is present for the homeowner. No abutters or public are present. Mr. Catchings

confirms that the wall along driveway is being installed due to grade changes. Mr. Barber

confirms wall along driveway is stone and asks what type of lights will be installed along the

driveway.

Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion to approve application as presented and to allow applicant to write a LOA for the driveway lights for approval. Mr. Crowell seconded. Vote 4.0.0

19. Ann Marie Downey – Replace front door at 86 Prince Way, East Dennis (M358-11)

Joshua is present for homeowners. No abutters or public are present. Board asks if the door will

remain blue or natural. Natural.


20. Peter Berrien - Installation of solar panels at 123 New Boston Road, Dennis (M304-13)

Dave Boyle, of My Generation Energy is present for the homeowner. No abutters or public are

present. Mr. Barber states the solar panels are visible from Hall Street, not New Boston Road.

They confirm the panels will be black panels, black frame with no grid. Mr. Crowell states very

little visibility from Hall Street.

Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion to approve application as presented with black panels and frames. Mr. Crowell seconded. Vote 3.1.0 (Mr. Bohlin opposed)


Phelim Meehan and Amanda Clare Cunningham – Discussion of project at 52 Paddocks Path,

East Dennis (M374-42) Mr. Meehan informs board the removal of old building per the Building

Commissioner, Brian Florence. He presents plans for new building.

Marla Vincent – Discussion of solar project at 226 Paddocks Path, East Dennis (M334-36)

Chris Vincent is present to discuss solar panels on his mother’s home.

27 North Street, East Dennis (M412-23) – Discussion of the Exemption for replacing of roof from red cedar shingle shingles to asphlat weatherwood. Exeption denied due to the building is circa 1760 and Mr. Catchings feels the abutter should be made aware of the change.

21 Grazing Field Lane, Dennis (M387-51) Exemption approved. 30 Christopher Hall Drive, Dennis (M282-36) Mr. Bohlin requests the file be copied and

reveiwed at the next meeting due to complaints from several neighbors with work that has been done on this property. Kerry will forward historic approvals and building permits submitted on above said property.

8 and 54 Prince Way, East Dennis – Complaints on blue doors on homes, both homeowners have contacted Kerry and will paint the doors a color on the approved color list. The board is fine with applicants informing Kerry of the exact color they choose for doors via email when

they paint in the spring . 78 South Yarmouth Road, Dennis (224-36) Kerry to send out a 30 Day Violation Letter for neon

green shutters. 3 Thacher Drive, East Dennis(M220-6) Complaint of new fence installed. Dismissed, fence was a

replacment of kind, not new. 23 Scargo Heights Road, Dennis (M354-3) Complaint dismissed, driveway is in accordance with

what was appoved by the OKH board. Mr. Bohlin states the OKH Board has two new members; Kimery Holl and Edward Doucette as

an alternate.

Motion to Adjourn:



Dated: _____________________________________________________

Town of Dennis



DATE: Wednesday, December 9, 2015 PRESENT:Chairman/Secretary Bill Bohlin, Gary Barber, Phil Catchings, Joshua Crowell ABSENT:, Alternate Robert Waldo STAFF: Kerry Barton CONVENED: 6pm

A public hearing was held in accordance with Chapter 470 of the Acts of 1973, as Amended, at Dennis Town Office, 485 Main Street, South Dennis, on Wednesday December 9, 2015, at 6:00 P.M. on the following applications for a Certificate of Appropriateness: Minutes:

11.18.15 Motion to accept 11.18.15 minutes as written Mr. Catchings, seconded Mr. Barber. Vote 4.0.0

MCA –MEETS THE CONCERNS OF THE ACT

Continued:

1. Conrad - Solar panels on roof of the house at 12 Longfellow Drive, Dennis (M256-15) Nathan Tissot of Solar City was present. No abutters or public are present. Panels will be installed on back of roof only.

Motion: Mr. Catchings made a motion to accept the application as presented with the new plans showing installation on rear of roof only. Mr. Crowell seconded. Vote 4.0.0

2. Earnest Johnson – New single family home at 142 Nobscussett Road, Dennis (349-23) No abutters or public are present. The board signed all copies of the COA and new plans that were submitted to Kerry Barton at the Historic Office.

Regular Meeting:

12. Town of Dennis – Installation of a new ADA compliant restroom facility at Sesuit Harbor Parking Lot, East Dennis (M411-12) Mr. Tom Sisson is present. No abutters or public are present. Mr. Catchings feels that the building presented is not suitable for the location and is visible from the street. Mr. Bohlin agrees with Mr. Catching’s, and inquires if the building will have solar panels. Mr. Sisson states

yes, building will have solar panels. Mr. Crowell agrees with the board and does not care for the flat roofline. Motion: Mr. Catchings made a motion to allow the applicant to continue the application to the next OKH Meeting on 1.13.16, Mr. Crowell seconded. Vote 4.0.0

1. Kathleen Sliney – Replace windows, doors and trim at 39 Bay Ridge Drive, South Dennis (M196-81) Walter Warren is present for homeowner. No abutters or public are present. Entire board states MCA. Motion: Mr. Catchings made a motion to accept the application as presented. Mr. Crowell seconded. Vote 4.0.0

2. Robert Furman – Install solar panels on roof at 76 Hippogriffe Road, Dennis (M366-25)Withdrawn by solar contractor on 12.9.15

3. Leslie Darling – Addition at 1214 Route 134, East Dennis (M314-25) Jim Mederios is present. No abutters or public are present. Mr. Barber would like the contractor to cross out the existing addition that is drawn on the plot plan in red, add dimensions to spec sheet, provide rear elevations to Kerry Barton. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion to accept the application as presented with the contractor to cross out the existing addition that is drawn on the plot plan in red, add dimensions to spec sheet, provide rear elevations to Kerry Barton. Mr. Catchings seconded. Vote 4.0.0

4. John Hennessey – New deck at 26 Lunette Lane, Dennis (M366-18) No abutters or public are present. Entire board states MCA. Motion: Mr. Crowell made a motion to accept the application as presented, Mr. Barber seconded. Vote 4.0.0

5. Dara Hart – Rebuild roof on existing house , addition of a 2 car garage, farmers porch and 8’x11’ bath room at side of house at 240 Airline Road, ED (M236-10) Mr. Bob Dunphy is present. No abutters or public are present. Mr. Barber confirms the garage doors are raised panels. Mr. Bohlin states yes they are, it is written on the spec page. Entire board states MCA. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion to accept the application as presented. Mr. Catchings seconded. Vote 4.0.0

6. Donna and Kevin Laurie - Install solar panels on rear and side of roof at 11 Barque Circle, East Dennis (M338-46) Nathan Tissot of Solar City was present. No abutters or public are present.

Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion to accept the application as presented. Mr. Crowell seconded. Vote 4.0.0

7. Peter and Kathy Owens – Addition of sunroom, new doors, cedar shingle siding and asphalt roof shingles at 24 Greenland Circle, East Dennis (M317-22) Andrew Hall is present for homeowners. Mr. Barber clarifies the clearing has already been done and no more clearing will be done for the addition. Mr. Hall states yes, all clearing is completed. Motion: Mr. Catchings made a motion to accept the applications as presented. Mr. Barber seconded. Vote 4.0.0

8. James O’Brien - Install solar panels on roof at 3 Robbins Circle, Dennis (M326-21) Nathan Tissot of Solar City was present. No abutters or public are present. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion to accept the application as presented. Mr. Catchings seconded. Vote 4.0.0

9. Patricia Davey - Install solar panels on roof at 39 Jays Drive, South Dennis (M201-24)

Nathan Tissot of Solar City was present. No abutters or public are present. Mr. Barber states page PD7 needs to be corrected and only show rear of roof on pictures. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion to accept the application as presented with the correction of page PD7. Mr. Catchings seconded. Vote 4.0.0

10. Dennis and Lee Carey - Install solar panels on roof at 38 Agnes Road, South Dennis (M197-105) Nathan Tissot of Solar City was present, along with the homeowner. No abutters or public are present. MCA. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion to accept the application as presented. Mr. Crowell seconded. Vote 4.0.0

11. Marla Vincent - Install solar panels on roof at 226 Paddocks Path, East Dennis (M334-36) Nathan Tissot of Solar City was present. No abutters or public are present. Mr. Catchings and Mr. Bohlin state the solar panels are visable from Compass Lane and are not covering the entire roof. Mr. Barber asks if the installation of solar panels could be closer to the a/c unit and away from Compass Lane. Mr. Tissot will have to check with the engineers. Board asks if the client would do ground solar panels, Mr. Tissot is not sure and will need to speak with them. Motion: Mr. Crowell made a motion to allow applicant to withdraw the application without prejudice. Mr. Catchings seconded. Vote 4.0.0

13. Steven Kelley - Install solar panels on roof at 21 Debbie Lane, South Dennis (M187-29) Nathan Tissot of Solar City was present. No abutters or public are present. Motion: Mr. Catchings made a motion to accept the application as presented. Mr. Crowell seconded. Vote 4.0.0

14. Edmund Massa - Install solar panels on roof at 35 Bramble Lane, Dennis (328-8)

Dean Green of Vivint Solar is present. No abutters or public are present. Mr. Catchings clarifies with contractor that solar panels are on the street side of the house. The entire board agrees this does not meet the concerns of the act. Motion: Mr. Catchings made a motion to allow applicant to withdraw the application without prejudice. Mr. Barber seconded. Vote 4.0.0

15. Dr. Brittich – New sign at 900 Route 134, South Dennis (M234-3)

No one is present for this application. Will be called again at the end of the meeting.

16. Tom and Debbie Miller – New porch and windows at 783 Old Bass River Road, Dennis (M310-38) Allison of A3 Architects is present. No abutters or public are present. MCA. Motion: Mr. Catchings made a motion to accept the application as presented. Mr. Crowell seconded. Vote 4.0.0

17. Paul and Lisa Colucci - Install solar panels on roof at 37 Capt. Prestons Road, Dennis (M224-10) Nathan Tissot of Solar City was present. No abutters or public are present. Mr. Bohlin read a letter of approval for the application into record from George and Diane Montgomery. MCA.


18. Christopher Birdsey – Demolition of sunroom and breezeway, remodel and build new addition at 58 Featherbed Lane, Dennis (M353-7) Contractor signed an extension of limit to be heard at the January 13, 2016 OKH meeting Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion to allow applicant the extension of limits to be heard at the 1.13.16 OKH meeting. Mr. Crowell seconded. Vote 4.0.0

19. River Cod LLC. – Deb Morin – New single family home at 657 Setucket Road, East Dennis (M294-26)

Homeowner is present. No abutters or public are present. Mr. Barber clarifies with homeowner that the driveway is pervious with cobblestones at the end of the driveway. Mr. Bohlin confirms no more fill will be brought on site. Homeowners asks if is ok for him to put his electric meter away from the house, the board says yes.


20. John and Susan Mahoney – Replace window at 583 Old Bass River Road, Dennis (M261-3) Homeowners are present. No abutters or public are present. MCA. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion to accept the application as presented. Mr. Crowell seconded. Vote 4.0.0

15. Dr. Brittich – New sign at 900 Route 134, South Dennis (M234-3) No one is present for this application. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion to continue the application until the 1.13.16 OKH meeting with the homeowner or contractor to sign an extension of limits form. Mr. Crowell seconded. Vote 4.0.0


212 Sesuit Neck Road, Mr. Bohlin the house was painted lime green without a Certificate of Appropiateness being filed. Kerry Barton to send a 30 OKH Violation Letter

3 Thatcher Drive, Mr. Bohlin and Mr. Barber noticed a new stockade fence. Mr. Catchings stated it was not new, just a replacment

3 Hemlock Lane, Mr. Barber noticed a tempory canvas shed with a new stockade fence installed withh out a Certificate of Appropriateness being filed. Kerry Barton to send a 30 OKH Violation Letter

5 Phyllis Road, board members went to house indiviually to see if homeowner is still in violation. The homeowner is in violaiton for removal of grills in windows and foundation exposure. Board states homeowner planted a couple of shrubs that do nothing to hide the foundation. Violation will go to building department for enforcement

23 Scargo Heights Road, Mr. Bohlin read in a letter of complaint from Mr. Kenneth McQuire. After much discussion of the size of the newly installed parking are, the board will indiviually go to site and take measurements. Kerry Barton will contact the contractor in regards to what has been built and ask why the new parking area was not installed like the plans that were submitted. Board will discuss this project at the next OKH meeting on 1.13.16

South Yarmouth Road, Mr. Barber witnessed a home with lime green shutters. He will get the actual address and this will be discussed at the next OKH meeting on 1.13.16

52 Pleasant Street, a perspective buyer of this property asked Mr. Barber to present a picture of the type of fence she would like to intsall is she proceeds with the sale of this property. The board members stated they would approve this fence if it came before them as a Certificate of

Appropriateness

8 Prince Way, front door was painted bright blue without a Certificate of Appropriateness. Kerry Barton to send a 30 OKH Violation Letter

54 Prince Way, front door was painted bright blue without a Certificate of Appropriateness. Kerry Barton to send a 30 OKH Violation Letter

Exemptions and LOA approved and signed

17 Carriage Lane, SD (M200-6) approved

31 Bristol Street, D (M302-29) approved

274 Mayfair Rd, SD (M196-68) approved

18 Nobscussett Rd, D (M329-2) extention approved

38 Strawberry Lane, ED (M289-55) approved

134 Rt. 134 Melpet Farm, SD (M203-50) letter read into record by Mr. Bohlin, LOA for solar panels approved

26 Purdue Drive, ED (M379-40) approved

93 Airline Drive, SD (M203-51) letter of extension denied

3 Robbins Circle, D application was denied due to blue solar panels

Motion to Adjourn:



Dated: _____________________________________________________

MINUTES OF THE

OLD KING’S HIGHWAY REGIONAL HISTORIC DISTRICT Date: Friday, November 14, 2015 Present: Chairman Peter Lomenzo, Secretary Frank Ciambriello, Gary Barber, Joshua Crowell, Bill Bohlin, Robert Waldo Absent: Staff: Laurie Barr, Samantha Moir Convened: 12:00noon A workshop was held in accordance with the Provisions of Section 23B, of Chapter 39, of the General Laws of Massachusetts, at The Dennis Town Office, 485 Main Street, South Dennis, on Friday, November 14, 2014 at 12:00noon on the following issues: Mr. Lomenzo opened the Workshop by explaining the purpose was to resolve procedural issues.

1. Demolition Permits

Mr. Lomenzo noted that the new demolition application procedure was put into place was meant to be more consistent with the Building Department’s requirements. Ms. Barr explained that only demolitions of entire structures would require a separate demolition permit. Any partial demolitions should be included on the application for a Certificate of Appropriateness. Mr. Lomenzo called for comments from the public present. Eric Oman asked if the age of a structure would still be taken into consideration and Mr. Lomenzo noted that it would. Mr. Ciambriello had concerns with the new process. He gave the example of an application that recently said selective demolition but gave no details. His point was that if it was a partial demolition it should be clearly stated on the application. Mr. Barber asked if a building was taken down to the foundation for the purpose of reconstruction would it be a full application or partial. Ms. Moir noted that for Building Department purposes that would be a full application. Ms. Barr noted it would now be the same for Historic. Mr. Lomenzo felt this issue had been clarified.

2. Requirements for elevation drawings

Mr. Ciambriello felt that unless the application was changed drastically the Committee should always require ¼” to scale complete elevations and partial elevations should not be accepted. Mr. Barber felt that elevations not affected should not be required. Mr. Bohlin agreed with Mr. Barber. He referred to page 28 paragraph 3 of the 2008 Bulletin “All plans submitted for approval should be prepared to scale and clearly drawn so the Committee can know from looking at such plans exactly what the applicant intends to do”. He felt the plans should show the detail on the addition. He also felt that when the Committee previews the site they can look at partial plans and know exactly what the applicant is proposing. Mr. Lomenzo called for comments from the public. Tim Sherry had a few suggestions. One being to allow a smaller scale so that the entire elevation could fit on a sheet of paper hand drawn. He also suggested that photos of the existing be required. Eric Oman was in favor of the changes becoming more consistent with the requirements of the Building Department. Mr. Waldo thought that it was important that the Committee members go to the site and that if you have the drawings you know what

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it is going to look like. Mr. Crowell agreed that the scale should be the same as required by the Building Department. Mr. Barber felt that the Act covers as long as the partial drawings are clearing they are staying within the Act. Mr. Ciambriello was concerned that the public needed to be able to see what was being proposed from the plans, which is why the Committee should require complete elevation drawings. He thought that they could be done on a smaller scale though. Mr. Catchings agreed with the intent to simplify things for the owner, the applicant, the Committee and the general public, but he also agreed with Mr. Ciambriello that the rules are the rules and they need to be followed. He felt it should be clearly articulated by the Committee what is required. Mr. Lomenzo suggested copying the language from the 2008 Bulletin, page 28 paragraph 3 “All plans submitted for approval should be prepared to scale and clearly drawn so the Committee can know from looking at such plans exactly what the applicant intends to do.” into the application. He believed this clearly puts the onus on the applicant to make their proposal clear to the Committee. He thought the suggestion to require photos for the purpose of clarity would be helpful. Mr. Bohlin pointed out that the paragraph before states exactly what Mr. Lomenzo was saying “The more information provided to the Committee with an application the easier it will be for the Committee to render a prompt decision.” Mr. Ciambriello pointed out that everything is not cut and dry and you need to see the plans to see how an addition relates to an existing structure and vice versa. Mr. Barber suggested a minimum of ¼” scale to see the detail. It was decided that the application would be altered. All other descriptive elements regarding plans would be altered. The language from the 2008 Bulletin page 28 paragraph 3 would be added and it would be noted that the suggested scale for plans is ¼” to the foot.

Mr. Sherry asked if it was not seen from any road in any way why would it be required to come to a hearing. Mr. Lomenzo felt it would be an Exemption. He suggested that an applicant has every right to come for an informal and apply for an Exemption and expect to be treated according to what the Exemption states. He welcomed Mr. Sherry to ask for it to be an agenda item on a future workshop or file for an Exemption.

3. Election of Officers

Mr. Lomenzo explained that they elect Officers hardly regularly but periodically. The Officer positions are Chairman and Secretary. He also wanted to discuss the process for electing a Temporary Chairman in the absence of the Chairman.

Mr. Lomenzo called for any nominations for Chairman. Mr. Bohlin nominated Mr. Lomenzo. Mr. Barber seconded the nomination. NOMINATION APPROVED. Voted 7-0-0.

Mr. Lomenzo noted that the position of Secretary has added to the complexity of the hearings and the meetings. He further explained that it did not have to be a second person to serve that function. He left it to the Committee’s preference whether to have a second person or just the Chairman serve this function. Mr. Ciambriello directed the Committee to page 7 of the Bulletin since that limits what could be done. “The Committee shall elect a Chairman and a Secretary from its membership. In the case of the absence of the Chairman from any meeting, the members present shall elect a temporary chairman.” He felt this clearly eliminated the possibility of going back to having a Vice Chair. Mr. Lomenzo pointed out they were no going back to a Vice Chair; they were discussing the procedure for elections. He asked Mr. Ciambriello if one person can hold both jobs and Mr. Ciambriello said yes absolutely. Mr. Lomenzo asked the Committee for the preference. Mr. Bohlin liked having one person do both jobs but could go along with either. Mr. Barber was up for either way. Mr. Crowell stated that he thought the previous system worked well. Mr. Lomenzo called for a motion. Mr. Bohlin made a motion Mr. Lomenzo be nominated as Secretary. Mr. Crowell seconded the motion. MOTION CARREIED. Voted 7-0-0.

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Mr. Lomenzo noted that a Vice Chair or permanent Acting Chair could not be elected today but he wanted to clarify the process of electing a Temporary or Acting Chair when the Chairman is absent or when he must recuse himself from a hearing due to a conflict of interest. In the past there was a Vice Chair but due to the law they cannot have one. Mr. Ciambriello felt it was very simple that Secretary should call for a nomination in the absence of the Chairman. Mr. Bohlin pointed out that Mr. Lomenzo is both the Chairman and the Secretary. Mr. Waldo suggested that Mr. Lomenzo call for the nomination before he steps down. Mr. Lomenzo also noted that when he knows he will be absent from a meeting he will call for the nomination for a Temporary Chair at the meeting before. Eric Oman asked what would happen if he got sick the morning of a meeting. In that case he wouldn’t have called for a nomination at the meeting prior. Mr. Lomenzo pointed out that the group sitting that night could nominate an Acting Chair. Mr. Ciambriello noted that the Secretary or the next person in line should call for the nomination since that is protocol. Mr. Crowell noted that in legislature, in the absence of the speaker or presiding member, the senior member present is the one who calls for the nomination. Mr. Lomenzo read page 7, “The Committee shall elect a Chairman and a Secretary from its membership. In the case of the absence of the Chairman from any meeting, the members present shall elect a temporary chairman.” Mr. Ciambriello still felt that there had to be a protocol. Mr. Lomenzo noted that the protocol is stated clearly. Mr. Lomenzo decided to get a note from the Attorney to clarify.

4. Time for Making Determinations Mr. Ciambriello had asked for this to be one the agenda for clarification. At the meetings, Mr. Lomenzo announces that applicants that do not agree with the Committee’s decision have 10 days to appeal. Mr. Ciambriello thought he had read they had 45 days to appeal. In the Act on page 10 it explains “As soon as convenient after such public hearing; but in any event within forty-five (45) days after the filing of application, or within such further time as the applicant shall allow in writing, the Committee shall make a determination on the application. If the Committee shall fail to make a determination within said forty-five (45) days, or within such further time allowed by the applicant, the Committee shall be deemed to have approved the application.” Mr. Lomenzo clarified there is a serious time clock that should be acutely followed. If the Committee does not act on an application in 45 days the applicant can start the project. This is why the Committee has made use of the “Extension of Time to Perform” form. Mr. Ciambriello was comfortable with this.

5. Solar Exemption Mr. Lomenzo noted the Committee tried hard to get an exemption for solar panels in place. Mr. Ciambriello felt it was a contradiction to allow solar panels but no skylights. Mr. Lomenzo asked Mr. Ciambriello to table the discussion of skylights and limit this discussion to the solar panel exemption process for this agenda. Mr. Barber thought that even though there were areas of the district that were exempt they should still be reviewed by the Committee to be sure the right panels were being used. The office had asked for this to be reviewed because currently the form is not clear for criteria for the exemptions to be met. It was agreed the office would redesign the form and submit it to the Committee for approval as an agenda item for December 10, 2014.

6. Visiting sites prior to hearings Mr. Lomenzo referred the Committee to page 29 item 8 “Committee members shall familiarize themselves with each application and site prior to any determination.” He explained the expectation is that each member will visit the site. He is asking the Committee to refrain from commenting on an application if you have not visited a site. Mr. Ciambriello noted that when this was written they were

being compensated for gas. They no longer get compensated so since he had a full set of plans and a plot plan that is certified then he has all the information he requires. He felt he did not have to go to the site. Mr. Waldo disagreed since the plan doesn’t show the setting, vegetation, neighbors home, etc. Mr. Bohlin also disagreed. He felt there was much to be garnered by visiting the site. Until you go to the site you can’t tell if it is visible or not visible. Mr. Lomenzo pointed out that this is not a suggestion. The Act clearly says “Committee members shall”. Mr. Ciambriello still disagreed that they had to visit every site. He felt he had been in Dennis for 15 years so he knew the roads pretty well. He felt with good plans this was not necessary. He also felt that gas is very expensive and it was unreasonable to expect him to visit sites and not get compensated for it. Mr. Lomenzo called for comments from the public. Maureen Joyce felt that applicants may omit something on their application and the Committee won’t know that unless they go to the site. Carol Bell asked if the Act says the Committee members will be compensated. Mr. Lomenzo answered no. Mr. Lomenzo pointed out that this was part of the volunteerism of this Committee. He also explained that if he felt strongly about this he file a complaint with the Building Department asking to be compensated for the miles. Ms. Bell pointed out that if volunteers keep track of their mileage then they can claim a deduction on their taxes. She also felt this Board is here to serve the public trust. If the Act says you should visit the site then it is very important that you do. Mr. Barber asked if there is an application to change wood shingles to synthetic shingles do you still need to visit the site. Mr. Lomenzo pointed out the Act says go to the site. The public is holding the Board to that. In this case “shall” means “must”. If you didn’t get there you must recuse yourself. Mr. Oman asked if this was in the Act because in Brewster it is obvious they do not visit the site. It is in the Act.

7. Other Mr. Lomenzo asked for other topics from the public. Eric Oman thought it would behoove the Committee to look at removing portions of the Town from the OKH District. Mr. Bohlin understood but felt people moved to Dennis specifically to be part of the Historic District. Mr. Lomenzo suggested bringing up this topic at another time to devote more attention to it. Mr. Ciambriello pointed out that the Committee did not have a catalog of the historic homes and that was a conflict. He also agreed with Mr. Oman. Mr. Crowell was also in agreement with Mr. Oman. He felt certain neighborhoods should not be held to the same standard. Mr. Lomenzo asked to have a workshop in the 1st quarter of the New Year and have this be the first item on the agenda.

Motion to Adjourn: Made by Mr. Crowell, seconded by Mr. Waldo. MEETING ADJOURNED AT 1:14PM. Voted 7-0-0.


Town of Dennis



DATE: Wednesday, October 14, 2015 PRESENT:Chairman/Secretary Bill Bohlin, Joshua Crowell, Gary Barber, Phil Catchings ABSENT: Alternate Robert Waldo STAFF: Kerry Barton CONVENED: 6pm

A public hearing was held in accordance with Chapter 470 of the Acts of 1973, as Amended, at Dennis Town Office, 485 Main Street, South Dennis, on Wednesday October 14, at 6:00 P.M. on the following applications for a Certificate of Appropriateness:

Minutes:

9.23.15 Motion to accept 9.23.15 minutes as written Mr. Catchings, seconded Mr. Crowell. Vote 4.0.0


Continued Meeting:

1. Mary Ekmalian – Landscape: grass parking area w/cobblestone apron, cobblestone apron at driveway, granite steps and retaining walls at 23 Scargo Heights Road, Dennis (M354-3) Mr. Bohlin reads a letter presented to the board from Mr. Kenneth McGuire. Sara Jane Porter present, representing Mary Ekmalian. Sara Jane states the additional driveway will be 23’x23’ turf parking area with cobblestone dividing the car spaces and lined with privet shrubs. Abutter Kenneth McGuire present for himself and other abutters opposing the driveway area proposed. Mr. Catchings states he approves the parking area but would like to see something more substantial restricting the cars from parking on the grass area. Mr. Barber agrees with Mr. Catchings and would like to see a barrier. Mr. Crowell suggests building a low dry stacked wall on the grass. Mr. Bohlin finds the parking area to be acceptable. Mr. Bohlin states for the record that the board did not receive letters from all of the abutters that Mr. Kenneth McGuire states are opposing this parking area. Motion:

Mr. Barber made a motion to accept the application as presented, with the dated

landscape plan of 10.14.15, the green barrier at the end of the driveway must always be

maintained otherwise the applicant will be in violation, Mr. Crowell seconded. Vote

4.0.0

2. Diane Todd – Install solar panels on roof of house and attached garage at 20 Renas Way, Dennis (M260-18) Solar City is present. No abutters or public. MCA.

Motion: Mr. Catchings made a motion to accept the application as presented, Mr. Crowell


3. Openfield Development – New single family home at 73 Chandler Drive, South Dennis (M164-15) Ray Caterino is present. No abutters or public. Mr. Caterino will update the elevation

plans to match the site plans with the garage to be drawn on the right side. MCA.

Motion: Mr. Catchings made a motion to accept the application as presented, Mr. Crowell


Regular Meeting:

6. Town of Dennis – Removal of ½ of the connecting structure between the restrooms and the maintenance building, separating the two buildings. Install exterior doors on restrooms at 351 Sesuit Neck Road, East Dennis (M410-23) Tom Scission is present for the Town of Dennis. No abutters or public. After much discussion amongst the board members of the type of door to be used, board agrees the application MCA. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion to accept the application as presented with a barn door to

cover the rolling door, bathroom doors will be six paneled doors and all doors to be grey

to match the existing building, Mr. Crowell seconded. Vote 4.0.0

1. Terry & Lynn Wiegel – Install solar panels on roof of house at 33 Sea Meadow Drive, East Dennis (M338-6) Solar City is present. No abutters or public. MCA.

Motion: Mr. Crowell made a motion to accept the application as presented, Mr. Barber


2. Georgeanne & Keith Corey - Install solar panels on roof of house at 51 Mayfair Road,

South Dennis (M172-2) Solar City is present. No abutters or public. MCA. Motion: Mr. Catchings made a motion to accept the application as presented, Mr. Barber seconded. Vote 4.0.0

3. Cathy Woodward - Install solar panels on roof of house at 20 Sheffield Avenue, South Dennis (M199-73) Solar City is present. No abutters or public. MCA. Motion: Mr. Catchings made a motion to accept the application as presented, Mr. Crowell seconded. Vote 4.0.0

4. Patrick & Melissa Jacobs - Install solar panels on roof of house at 28 Whittier Drive, Dennis (M256-29) Solar City is present. 21 panels were on plan to be installed; Solar City is going to put 3

additional panels on the roof. No abutters or public. MCA, board approves the extra

panels, Solar City to draw in red pen on plans the additional panels.

Motion: Mr. Catchings made a motion to accept the application as presented with the 3 panels to be drawn on plans in red, Mr. Barber seconded. Vote 4.0.0

5. Nathan Cohen – Addition 8’x12’ to north gable end of house and 8’x14’ addition to sunroom at 57 North Side Drive, East Dennis (M357-12) Jared Reeves is present. No abutters or public. Mr. Barber asks if the shower is being moved. Mr. Reeves states the shower will be moved forward. MCA. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion to accept the application as presented with the shower depth not to exceed what it is presently and to stay behind the chimney/new addition at the side of the house. Mr. Catchings seconded. Vote 4.0.0

7. Stu Schoenly – Remove old deck and replace with new deck same size and location at 39 Fox Run Circle, South Dennis (311-45) Tom Spence is present. No abutters or public. MCA. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion to accept the application as presented, Mr. Crowell seconded. Vote 4.0.0

8. Paula Allia – Make the garage into a master bedroom and installation of a new 12’x28’

deck at 36 Mayfair Road, South Dennis (M186-16) Joe Porcaro is present. No abutters or public. The entire board does not approve the round gable end windows, but will approve 32”x32” (2’x2’) square awning windows instead. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion to accept the application as presented with the round gable end windows being replaced with 2’x2’ awning windows, Mr. Crowell seconded. Vote 4.0.0

9. Damian Kieran - Install solar panels on roof of house at 16 Heathcliff Road, South Dennis (M214-10) Endless Mountain Solar is present. Mr. Bohlin reads a letter into minutes from an abutter. The board states they have no comment to the abutter’s letter of concerns due to they only have purview for appearance only. Mr. Catchings asked contractor if the panels can be installed on the rear of home and can they be black on black panels. No for rear of home, yes for black for black panels. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion to accept the application as presented with the solar panels to be black on black with a picutre of panels to be submnitted to Kerry Barton, Mr. Crowell seconded. Vote 4.0.0

10. Joseph & Loretta Eysie - Install solar panels on roof of house at 28 Danvers Lane, East Dennis (M318-42) Solar City is present. No abutters or public. MCA. Motion: Mr. Catchings made a motion to accept the application as presented, Mr. Barber seconded. Vote 4.0.0

11. Elaine Tata & Elena Gatti - Install solar panels on roof of house at 41 Barry Lane, South Dennis (M187-19) Solar City is present. No abutters or public. MCA. Motion: Mr. Catchings made a motion to accept the application as presented, Mr. Barber


12. Irene Lemonias - Install solar panels on roof of house at 1021 Route 6A, Dennis (M389-15) Solar City is present. No abutters or public. Mr. Catchings states the solar panels can be seen from Scargo Beach.

Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion to accept the application as presented, Mr. Crowell


13. Virginia F. White, Trustee - Install solar panels on roof of house at 7 Paul Street, Dennis (M389-26) Solar City is present. No abutters or public. MCA. Motion: Mr. Catchings made a motion to accept the application as presented, Mr. Crowell


14. Deborah Crockett & Ferran Rice - Install solar panels on roof of house at 59 Seaside Avenue, Dennis (M387-35) Solar City is present. No abutters or public. MCA. Motion: Mr. Catchings made a motion to accept the application as presented, Mr. Barber


15. Rodney & Margaret Sherman - Install solar panels on roof of house at 7 MacAndrew Drive, Dennis (M310-49) Homeowner is present. No abutters or public. Homeowner confirmed the panels will be black on black. MCA. Motion: Mr. Catchings made a motion to accept the application as presented, Mr. Crowell


16. Paul Sanichioni – Install vinyl siding at 60 Lombardi Heights Road, Dennis (M325-5) Homeowner is present. No abutters or public. MCA. Motion: Mr. Crowell made a motion to accept the application as presented, Mr. Barber


17. Twenty One Funn Pond Road Realty Trust – Install vinyl siding shingles & wrap them in aluminum trim at 21 Funn Pond Road, East Dennis (M339-22) No one present for application move to the end of the meeting.

18. Nickerson, Doane, Beal & Ames Funeral Home – Install vinyl clapboard, aluminum trim, install 25 new vinyl windows with grids at 729 Route 134, South Dennis (M189-58) No one present for application move to the end of the meeting.

19. Michael McCarthy – Enclose existing screened in breezeway and addition of a 14’x22’ one car garage at 58 Mariner Road, Dennis (M334-22) Michael McCarthy is present. No abutters or public. MCA. Motion: Mr. Catchings made a motion to accept the application as presented, Mr. Crowell


20. Rebecca Schmidt – Install pool, fence and cabana at 58 Sea Street, East Dennis (M413-38) Leif is present for homeowner. No abutters or public. Mr. Barber asks if they could use black vinyl fence rather than dark green vinyl fence. Contractor states yes. Mr. Catchings states he lives across the street from this application and it will not have any bearing on his decision. Discussion amongst board on the cabana garage door, they would prefer to see a carriage style door instead of panel’s doors. Mr. Bohlin states you cannot see the cabana garage doors and is fine with what contractor is presenting. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion to accept the application as presented with black vinyl fence

to be installed instead of the dark green vinyl fence, Mr. Crowell seconded. Vote 4.0.0

Twenty One Funn Pond Road Realty Trust – Install vinyl siding shingles & wrap them in aluminum trim at 21 Funn Pond Road, East Dennis (M339-22) Mark Denardo is present. No abutters or public.Mr. Barber stated for the record that he has worked with Mr. Denardo in the past, but it will not influence his decision. Board would like to know the color blue of shutter, Mr. Denardo to drop off a sample to Kerry Barton. MCA. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion to accept the application as presented, Mr. Crowell


Nickerson, Doane, Beal & Ames Funeral Home – Install vinyl clapboard, aluminum trim, install 25 new vinyl windows with grids at 729 Route 134, South Dennis (M189-58) Mark Denardo is present. No abutters or public. Mr. Barber is concerned with the wide boards and freeze boards wrapped in aluminum. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion to accept the application as presented with the applicant to

us 6” mastic corners-double up on freeze board before covering with aluminum siding,

Mr. Crowell seconded. Vote 4.0.0


Exemptions approved and signed

General Information:

What size fence was approved for 311 Paddocks Way?

Change the wording on the OKH Exemptions to read Azek acceptable. Motion to Adjourn:

Motion made by Mr. Barber, seconded by Mr. Catching’s. MEETING ADJOURNED AT 8:00 PM. Voted 3.0.0 (Mr. Crowell left meeting prior to motion to adjourn vote)

Secretary/Chairperson: _____________________________________________________________________

Dated: _____________________________________________________

Town of Dennis



DATE: Wednesday, September 9, 2015 PRESENT:Chairman/Secretary Bill Bohlin, Joshua Crowell, Gary Barber, Phil Catchings ABSENT: Alternate Robert Waldo STAFF: Kerry Barton CONVENED: 6pm

A public hearing was held in accordance with Chapter 470 of the Acts of 1973, as Amended, at Dennis Town Office, 485 Main Street, South Dennis, on Wednesday September 9, at 6:00 P.M. on the following applications for a Certificate of Appropriateness: Minutes:

8.26.15 Motion to accept 8.12.15 minutes as written Mr. Barber, seconded Mr. Crowell. Vote 4.0.0


Continued Meeting:

1. Sheila Graziosi – Remove sun deck and outdoor shower. Install paver patio with stone fire pit, sitting wall,

outdoor shower and a step to the house at 52 Center Street, East Dennis (M398-4) No abutters or public. MCA

Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion to accept the application as submitted, Mr. Crowell seconded. Vote 3.0.1 (Mr.

Catchings abstained)

Regular Meeting:

1. Gerard & Mary Jo Hopkins – Remove part of the rear roof & install a dormer to enlarge existing bedroom

at 38 Black Ball Hill Road, Dennis (M306-54) No abutters or public. MCA Motion:

Mr. Catchings made a motion to accept the application as submitted with the “not visible stricken off the application in red”, Mr. Crowell seconded. Vote 4.0.0

2. Joseph & Ann Marie Bernardi – Install solar panels on roof of house at 4 Checkerberry Lane, East Dennis

(M379-33) No abutters or public. MCA Motion:

Mr. Catchings made a motion to accept the application as submitted, Mr. Crowell seconded. Vote 4.0.0

3. Mary C. Shea Irrev. Trust – Install solar panels on roof of house at 66 Settlers Lane, East Dennis (M313-

14) No abutters or public. MCA

Motion:

Mr. Barber made a motion to accept the application as submitted, Mr. Crowell seconded. Vote 4.0.0

4. Mary Ekmalian – Landscape: grass parking area w/cobblestone apron, cobblestone apron at driveway,

granite steps and retaining walls at 23 Scargo Heights Road, Dennis (M354-3) Sara Jane Parch representing Mary Ekmalian. Kenneth and Jacqueline McGuire spoke against the proposed additional parking spaces on the landscape plan. Mr. Skol spoke in regards to the landscape plan and previous conversation with the owner and architect about putting a vegetation buffer on his side of the property to shield the pool components. He is not in agreeance with five additional parking spaces or widening the driveway to accommodate more vehicles, however is in agreeance with two additional parking spaces at street level. After a long, debated discussion amongst board members with the architect, Sara Jane and abutters to the property, the board decided to continue this application until the 10.14.15 meeting, stating to Sara Jane that she may proceed at her own risk with pending approval of the OKH Board and the area to park on will be accommodating only two cars. Motion:

Mr. Barber made a motion to allow the applicant to continue application until 10.14.15. They may continue at their own risk with pending approval of the OKH Board and the area to park on will be accommodating no more than two cars. Mr. Crowell seconded. Vote 4.0.0

5. Rothermel Realty Trust – Demolish existing house at 17 Sesuit Road, East Dennis (M420-30)

No abutters or public. MCA Motion:


6. Rothermel Realty Trust – New single family home at 17 Sesuit Road, East Dennis (M420-30)

No abutters or public. MCA, Mr. Crowell feels the full dormer does not meet the requirements of the act and a Nantucket or Dog House dormers would be better suited for the area. Motion:

Mr. Barber made a motion to accept the application as submitted, Mr. Catchings seconded. Vote 3.1.0 (Mr. Crowell was opposed)

7. Ed & Jean Sinofsky – Remove 3 wooden double hung windows from box window and replace with double

hung windows. Remove one front entryway door and replace with exterior door and storm door. Remove one garage exterior doorway and replace with exterior door at 152 Whittier Drive, Dennis (M225-112) No abutters or public. Board in not in agreement with the door the homeowner has picked out and

purchased. They state that her contractor can customize the windows in door to look like 2 lite over 2 lite.

Motion:

Mr. Catchings made a motion to accept the application as submitted with contractor to customize the windows in door to look like 2 lite over 2 lite, Mr. Crowell seconded. Vote 4.0.0

8. Diane Todd – Install solar panels on roof of house and attached garage at 20 Renas Way, Dennis (M260-

18) No show by contractor or homeowner. The board discussed application and stated they would not approve on the front of the house or with design and color on the panels. Kerry Barton will contact contractor to explain what the board discussed. Motion:

Mr. Catchings made a motion to continue the application unit 10.14.15 meeting, Mr. Crowell seconded. Vote 4.0.0

9. Kimberly A. Craig & James R. Sellers, Jr. - Install solar panels on roof of house at 97 Charles Street,

South Dennis (M197-98) No abutters or public. MCA

Motion:


10. Christine Anne Geraghty - Install solar panels on roof of house at 65 Settlers Lane, East Dennis (M312-3)

No abutters or public. MCA

Motion:



Exemptions approved:

110 Bakers Pond Road, Dennis (M266-29)

56 Cypress Road, South Dennis (M178-44)

General Information:

Board discussed garage being built on corner of Old Bass and Paddacks Way, confirmed they have a building permit. They will keep on eye on project to see progress and to see if owner puts all of his vehicles in the garage as approved by the OKH.

Motion to Adjourn:


Secretary/Chairperson: _____________________________________________________

Dated: _____________

Town of Dennis



DATE: Wednesday, August 26, 2015 PRESENT:Chairman/Secretary Bill Bohlin, Joshua Crowell, Gary Barber, Phil Catchings ABSENT: Alternate Robert Waldo STAFF: Kerry Barton CONVENED: 6pm

A public hearing was held in accordance with Chapter 470 of the Acts of 1973, as Amended, at Dennis Town Office, 485 Main Street, South Dennis, on Wednesday August 26, at 6:00 P.M. on the following applications for a Certificate of Appropriateness: Minutes:

8.12.15

Motion to accept 8.12.15 minutes as written Mr. Catchings, seconded Mr. Crowell. Vote 4.0.0


Regular Meeting:

1. Town of Dennis – Nathaniel Wixon School –Remove existing sign & posts. Replace new sign in same

location at 901 Route 134, East Dennis (M217-1) Mr. Barber states that he work with Sandy on another board, but will not influence his vote. No abutters or public. MCA Motion:


1. Paul E. Laemmle – Install solar panels on roof of house at Dr. Lords Road, Dennis (M389-54)

Solar City present. No abutters or public. MCA Motion:


2. Craig J. Oliveira & Erica L. Tasha – Install solar panels on roof of house at 49 Chadwick Road, SD (M188-23) application withdrawn on 8.19.15

3. Michael Sullivan – Cover existing stairs with Azek plastic materials and install safety rails at 43 Robbin

Run, East Dennis (M318-22) No abutters or public. Mr. Catchings asked “Why are we just seeing your application now, after the work is already done?” Owner states he had a building permit for other work, that he thought covered the work he is here for tonight. Once he was informed that he need to go before the OKH board, he submitted his paperwork ASAP. Mr. Bohlin states that he came before the board for his prior work and signed the yellow form, “Statement of Understanding” stating no work to be changed unless the OKH board approves the minor changes. Owner states yes he did sign form and was an oversight on his part. Mr. Bohlin states they could charge him double the fees for not following the correct procedure. Discussion amongst board for fees, to be tabled for another time. MCA

Motion:


4. Valerie Whiteman – Install solar panels on roof of house at 26 Black Ball Hill Road, Dennis (M306-52)

Solar City present. Slight change in panel array, one panel will be removed. No abutters or public. MCA

Motion:

Mr. Catchings made a motion to accept the application as submitted, Mr. Crowell seconded. Vote 4.0.0 Jeffrey Johnson – Remove existing garage, rebuild with 2

nd story family room at 112 Edgemere Road,

South Dennis (M170-52) No abutters or public. MCA Motion:


5. David M. Harrington & William Harrington - Install solar panels on roof of house at 35 Cyprus Road,


Motion:

Mr. Crowell made a motion to accept the application as submitted, Mr. Barber seconded. Vote 4.0.0

6. Patrick & Denise Sharkey – Enclose 1/3 of the front porch/move existing window forward. Addition of

second floor dormer to tie into existing dormer. Side shingles cedar to match existing & roof to match existing. No extra living space upstairs at 237 Nobscussett Road, Dennis (M267-73) No show by homeowner or client, move to end of meeting.

7. John & Sue Walker – Add dormers to front and rear of house at 7 Independence Way, Dennis (M366-67)

Eric Oman representing client. No abutters or public. Discussion of the look of the shed dormers presented by the entire board. Changes made to dormer will be drawn in red on the plans. Motion:

Mr. Barber made a motion to accept the application as submitted with the owner to draw the change of dog/shed dormer to a straight shed dormer in red on plans, Mr. Crowell seconded. Vote 4.0.0

8. Marc Hanks – Add transom above garage door. Replace front windows with Marvin Integrity. Remove vinyl

clapboards & replace with red cedar and paint. Remove & replace rake & corner boards with Azek. Remove & replace shutters at 22 Oxbow Way, Dennis (M282-15) Eric Oman representing client. No abutters or public. MCA Motion:


9. Jennifer Day - Install solar panels on roof of house at 11 Bleak House Circle, Dennis (M388-38)

Jennifer Day present. After much discussion with amongst the board, the entire board agrees that the solar panels do not meet the concerns of the act, they are visible from Seaside Ave. Suggestion is made for the homeowner to withdraw without prejudice and see if she can re-configure the solar panels or make a screening with landscaping like her neighbor has done. Motion:

Mr. Barber made a motion to withdraw without prejudice, Mr. Catchings seconded. Vote 4.0.0

10. Pamela Nickerson – Construct a new 3 bedroom/2 bath home with a one car garage at 30 Greenland

Circle, East Dennis (M-317-21) Chris Childs present representing homeowners. Joyce Legrand, neighbor states she is happy with the project, but would like the driveway to be moved farther away than 10’ as proposed on the plan. This is not the committee purview. Mr. Barber would like contactor to mark plans of the buffer that will be kept. Mr. Bohlin would like a chimney on the house.

Motion:

Mr. Barber made a motion to accept the application as submitted with the buffer zones marked on plan and application, with the contractor drawing in red the white stucco faux chimney, Mr. Crowell seconded. Vote 4.0.0

11. Ernest Johnson - Demolition at 134 Nobscussett Road, Dennis (M349-24) Mr. Barber stated that he sat on

the zoning board hearing in regards to this property. No abutters or public. MCA Motion:

Mr. Barber made a motion to accept the application as submitted, Mr. Catchings seconded. Vote 4.0.0

12. Ernest Johnson - Demolition at 142 Nobscussett Road, Dennis (M349-23) Mary Bearse present as an

abutter. She asks – When will demo begin? How big of a house is being built? One or two story house? October, 2300’ft, 2 story house. MCA Motion:


13. Robin Clarke – Remove existing steps & railing. Replace with concrete, red brick steps & concrete top

stained slate grey to appear like stone. Steps are 5’ wide, 3 rises at 7” high with no railing required at 25 Oxbow Way, Dennis (M282-11) No abutters or public. MCA

Motion:


6. Patrick & Denise Sharkey – Enclose 1/3 of the front porch/move existing window forward. Addition of

second floor dormer to tie into existing dormer. Side shingles cedar to match existing & roof to match existing. No extra living space upstairs at 237 Nobscussett Road, Dennis No abutters or public. MCA Motion:

Mr. Barber made a motion to accept the application as submitted, Mr. Crowell seconded. Vote 4.0.0 Other Business (Complaints, Informals, General Information, Exemptions

1. Joseph Dick present for 955 Route 6A exempiton he submitted. Board states they will keep in active drawer until heand the homeowner can decide which direction to move in for the project.

2. Board votes unamiously to take the double fee verbage off the Certificate of Exemption. 3. Discussion of whats going on at Old Bass? Shed at Goods?

Motion to Adjourn:



Dated: _____________

Town of Dennis



DATE: Wednesday, August 12, 2015 PRESENT:Chairman/Secretary Bill Bohlin, Joshua Crowell, Gary Barber, Phil Catchings ABSENT: Alternate Robert Waldo STAFF: Kerry Barton CONVENED: 6pm

A public hearing was held in accordance with Chapter 470 of the Acts of 1973, as Amended, at Dennis Town Office, 485 Main Street, South Dennis, on Wednesday August 12, at 6:00 P.M. on the following applications for a Certificate of Appropriateness: Minutes:

7.8.15

Motion to accept 7.8.15 minutes as written Mr. Crowell, seconded Mr. Catchings. Vote 3..0.1 (Mr. Barber

abstained)

7.22.15

Motion to accept 7.8.15 minutes as written Mr. Catchings, seconded Mr. Crowell. Vote 4.0.0


Continued Meeting:

1. Basin F. Cronin, Trust – The owners of this cluster sub-division are required by the Planning Board to

construct a gate across the northerly end of the driveway (road) in order to prevent through traffic at Farrington Road, East Dennis (M423-22) No abutters or public. MCA. Motion:


2. Lois Walting – New single family dwelling at 7 Herring Run Road, South Dennis (M160-91)

Tom Grew of Davenport Building present. No abutters or public. MCA. Motion:


3. Patrick & Denise Sharkey – Enclose front porch at 237 Nobscussett Road, Dennis (M367-73) Homeowner signed an Extension of Limits on 7/31/15 to attend the 9.9.15 OKH Meeting

4. Alan & Debra LaPierre – New single family dwelling with a single car garage, new patio & new driveway at

89 Stephen Phillips Road, East Dennis (419-26) Contractor signed an Extension of Limits on 8.11.15 to attend the 9.23.15 OKH Meeting

5. Elmin Sehic – Installation of fence gate 22’ wide with 2 rails x 4’ high decreasing to 3’ high, colonial white

picket with aluminum frame with 2 10.5”x10.5”x5” white posts at 489 Main Street, Dennis (M306-44)

No abutters or public. MCA. Mr. Crowell reclused himself. Motion:

Mr. Catchings made a motion to accept the application as submitted, Mr. Barber seconded. Vote 3.0.1 (Mr. Crowell abstained)

Regular Meeting:

1. Lou Ann Lynne Family Trust – Square off back corner of house to in-large bathroom at 121 Taunton

Avenue, Dennis (M322-33/34) Peter Eastman builder present. No abutters or public. Mr. Bohlin asks if there are window changes. MCA.

Motion:


2. John G. Ruth Jr. and Susan Holway – Install a 10’x14’ shed at 12 Quail Hollow Road, East Dennis (M267-

10) No abutters or public. MCA.

Motion:


3. Smith Family Trust-Dennis, C/O Kathryn A. Sherwood – Install solar panels on roof of house at 11

Captain Prestons Road, Dennis (M208-3) No abutters or public. MCA.

Motion:


4. Mark Galica – Remove 3 existing sliders, replace w/one 5’ Anderson slider and 5 Anderson TW 2032

windows at 66 South Yarmouth Road, Dennis (M225-9) No abutters or public. MCA.

Motion:

Mr. Barber made a motion to accept the application as submitted, Mr. Catchings seconded. Vote 4.0.0

5. Sorin Marinescu – Install 4 driveway posts with solar light caps at 75 Shore Drive, Dennis (M366-4)

No abutters or public. Mr. Catchings states height and look is out of place for area, shorter posts would look better. Mr. Barber would approve 4’ height for the posts. Mr. Crowell MCA, understands property owners concerns for putting posts in for safety reasons/snow removal concerns. Mr. Bohlin out of place for area would prefer to see a fence. Motion:

Mr. Barber made a motion to accept the application as submitted, with the homeowner cutting down the existing posts to be 4’ showing out of the ground, Mr. Catchings seconded. Vote 4.0.0

6. David M. Harrington & William Harrington - Install solar panels on roof of house at 35 Cyprus Road,


Motion:


7. Town of Dennis – Removal of existing garden timber wall and replace with concrete pisa 2 or equivalent

granite grey block with coping at 397 & 967 Old Bass River Road, Dennis (M200-45 & M331-48) No abutters or public. MCA Motion:

Mr. Catchings made a motion to accept the application as submitted, Mr. Barber seconded. Vote 4.0.0

8. Clare A. Thurston – Current Owner & Len and Debi Holt – Future Owners – Construct a new single

family with two car attached garage at 11 Louis Avenue, Dennis (M324-41) Steve a neighbor of the Holts is in full support of the project, no other abutters or public spoke. MCA.

Motion:

Mr. Barber made a motion to accept the application as submitted with the owner to write in the addition of the pool and fence on the application, Mr. Crowell seconded. Vote 4.0.0

9. Richard Powell – Construct a 12’x16’ storage shed at 15 Barque Circle, East Dennis (M338-47)

Jamie McGrath present. Windows are changing on the plan. No abutters or public. MCA Motion:

Mr. Barber made a motion to accept the application as submitted with the new windows to be drawn on the plans, Mr. Crowell seconded. Vote 4.0.0

10. Sheila Graziosi – Remove sun deck and outdoor shower. Install paver patio with stone fire pit, sitting wall,

outdoor shower and a step to the house at 52 Center Street, East Dennis (M398-4) Peter Volmer present. No abutters or public. Mr. Catchings asked why we are just hearing about your project after the fact. He stated Mike; you didn’t realize you lived in the historic district? Mr. Catchings state he attended the Quivet homeowners meeting and was approached by several residents that were displeased with the outdoor living area and shower located on the property. Mike Volmer stated he just moved to the area and he spoke with abutting neighbors who expressed the outdoor living area and shower was tastefully done. Mr. Barber MCA, would like a shrub to be planted to hide the outdoor shower. Mr. Bohlin agrees with Mr. Barber that a screening needs to be done to hide the outdoor shower. After much discussion, suggestion made for contractor to submit a landscape plan by 9/9/15 and this application will be continued until 9/9/15. Motion:

Mr. Barber made a motion to continue until the 9/9/15 meeting. Mr. Catchings seconded. Vote 4.0.0

11. Ward and Alena Childs – Install a cedar board fence on side/back of house garage side only at 21 Grazing

Field Lane, Dennis (M387-51) No abutters or public. MCA

Motion:

Mr. Barber made a motion to accept the application as submitted with the fence starting at the back of the house, Mr. Crowell seconded. Vote 4.0.0

12. Mary Ekmalian – Remove clapboards & re-side with W.C. shingles to match other. Paint front door red &

replace window at 23 Scargo Heights Road, Dennis (M354-3) No abutters or public. MCA Motion:

Mr. Crowell made a motion to accept the application as submitted, Mr. Catchings seconded. Vote 4.0.0


1. 1447 Route 6A, Mr.Bohlin wants to refer to Building Department for enforecment, shed and fence not in compliance

2. Mr. Catchings has concerns with tonights meeting. He feels a policy needs to be put in place and people should be held accountable for starting and completing work prior to getting OKH approval. He suggests doubling the fees like it states on the application. Board will continue at next meeting with other ideas or solutions to the problem.

3. Mr. Catchings wants a 30 day OKH citation sent to 42/44 Salt Works Road, ED for painting the house without OKH approval and not an appoved color.

Motion to Adjourn:



Dated: _____________

Town of Dennis



DATE: Wednesday, July 22, 2015 PRESENT:Chairman/Secretary Bill Bohlin, Joshua Crowell, Phil Catchings ABSENT: Gary Barber, Alternate Robert Waldo STAFF: Kerry Barton CONVENED: 6pm

A public hearing was held in accordance with Chapter 470 of the Acts of 1973, as Amended, at Dennis Town Office, 485 Main Street, South Dennis, on Wednesday July 22, at 6:00 P.M. on the following applications for a Certificate of Appropriateness: Minutes:

6.24.15

Motion to accept 6.24.15 minutes as written with the correction of Mr. Catchings name be changed to Mr.

Crowell by Mr. Catchings, seconded by Mr. Crowell. Vote 3..0.0 MCA –MEETS THE CONCERNS OF THE ACT

Continued Meeting:

1. Douglas and Tanya Rentsch – Replace existing gate fence, install a new sign on existing post at 1613

Main Street, East Dennis (M378-13) Mr. Rentsch representing himself. No Abutters or comments from the public.

Motion:


Regular Meeting: 7.8.15

1. John & Jean Butler – Bedroom addition, new roof line, new vinyl siding, PVC trim & roof shingles at 50

Pond Street, Dennis (M225-73) Bill Daniels representing home owners. No Abutters or comments from the public. Mr. Catchings states that the fence was not on the orginal application and states that street facing skylights are not appropriate. Board in agreeance with skylights.

Motion:

Mr. Catchings made a motion to accept the application as submitted with the fence to be written in on the application w/specs and the skylights be removed and crossed out on the plan. Mr. Crowell seconded. Vote 3.0.0

2. David Peterson – Installation of a new front door at 8 Compass Lane, East Dennis (M334-44)

No Abutters or comments from the public. Motion:


3. Lois Walting – New single family dwelling at 7 Herring Run Road, South Dennis (M160-91)

Tom Grew from Davenport Realty. Abutter Allen Savage of 5 Cod Lane feels the house doe not fit the setting and is to big for the lot. Mr. Catchings states the question raised does fit the committee purview and they do not address zoning issues. Mr. Crowell agrees with Mr. Catchings and understands the abutters concerns. Mr. Bohlin agrees with board. Neighbor from 10 Herring Run Road would like clarification of the correct property address, wether the driveway is on Cod or Herring Run? After much discussion, board suggest continuing the application for the builder to be able to clarify the correct address. Motion:

Mr. Catchings made a motion to continue to the next meeting, August 12, 2015. Mr. Crowell seconded. Vote 3.0.0

4. Robert Lisa - New single family dwelling at 9 Lief Ericson Drive, South Dennis (M173-18)

No Abutters or comments from the public. MCA. Motion:

Mr. Catchings made a motion to accept the application as submitted, with the chimney to be drawn in on plans and the overall length of the house be added to the application spec sheet. Mr. Crowell seconded. Vote 3.0.0

5. Elizabeth Phelan – Installation of door and windows at 10 Kingswear Circle, South Dennis (M200-75)


Mr. Crowell made a motion to accept the application as submitted with the door being a craftsman 6 lite. Mr. Catchings seconded. Vote 3.0.0

6. William Bundeff – New siding, windows & trim at 14 Timber Lane, East Dennis (M219-27)


Mr. Crowell made a motion to accept the application as submitted with no additions to existing. Mr. Catchings seconded. Vote 3.0.0

7. Patrick & Denise Sharkey – Enclose front porch at 237 Nobscussett Road, Dennis (M367-73)

No Abutters or comments from the public. Mr. Catchinigs and Mr. Crowell MCA. Mr. Bohlin does not approve of casement windows in the front of the house. Mr. Catchings changed his mind, and does not agree with casement windows in front of the house, he stated he did not notice the type of window. Mr. Sharkey states many properties in the area have casement windows in the front of the house. Mr. Crowell states he approves the application. Mr. Catchings asked windows to be replaced with double hung and suggest continuing the application. Mr. Sharkey would like board to driveby the property and see other casement windows in the neighborhod and contine the appliation to the next meeting. Motion:


8. Claire Sementelli - New single family dwelling at 26 Saga Road, South Dennis (M172-136)

Tom Grew from Davenport Realty. No Abutters or comments from the public. MCA. Motion:


9. Henry Kelley – New single family dwelling at 42 Sea Oaks Drive, East Dennis (M266-49)



10. Henry Kelley – New roof shingles, siding, doors, windows on existing home. Construct addition and

restore all disturbed landscaping at 730 Airline Road, East Dennis (M382-3) No Abutters or comments from the public. MCA.

Motion:


11. David & Jeannette Langan – Replace windows, screen room enclosure and door at 68 Corporation

Road, Dennis (M370-21) No Abutters or comments from the public. MCA. Motion:


12. Erik & Sara Lambton – Addition to rear of house at 4 Whittier Drive, Dennis (M225-100)

Thomas Moore representing homeowners. No Abutters or comments from the public. MCA. Motion:


13. Gary & Kim Brown – Demolish existing SF dwelling at 3 Luscombe Lane, Dennis (M366-35)



14. Gary & Kim Brown – New single family dwelling at 3 Luscombe Lane, Dennis (M366-35)



15. Nicholas Larussi – Installation of 6’ vinyl fence at 13 Fairview Avenue, Dennis (M225-55)



16. Phillip & Heidi Thonus – Installation of fence at 5 Monument View Road, East Dennis (M380-22)



17. Carl & Sharon Hyde – Installation of solar panels at 25 Homer Lane, East Dennis (M233-28) Homeowner withdrew application on 7/6/15

18. Patricia Conway – Sign installation at 766 Main Street, Route 6A, Dennis (M351-7)

Patrica Conway representing herself. No Abutters or comments from the public. Ladder sign MCA. Entire board does not approve the orange color on the building sign.They will approve sign if orange is changed to black. Motion:

Mr. Catchings made a motion to accept the application as submitted with the orange color on building sign be changed to black and the sign size is adjusted to be the same width as the door. Mr. Crowell seconded. Vote 3.0.0

19. Alan & Debra LaPierre - Demolish existing SF dwelling at 89 Stephen Phillips Road, East Dennis (419-

26) Gordan Clarke and Nordys Construction representing homeowners. No Abutters or comments from the public. MCA. Motion:


20. Alan & Debra LaPierre – New single family dwelling with a single car garage, new patio & new

driveway at 89 Stephen Phillips Road, East Dennis (419-26) Gordan Clarke and Nordys Construction representing homeowners. No Abutters or comments from the public. Entire board does not approve plans submitted. Mr. Clarke states the plans are similar to the previous plans submitted. Board is not in agreeance. Board suggests Mr. Clarke speak to his clients to adjust the plans and continue to the next meeting. Motion:


Regular Meeting for July 22, 2015:

1. Dennis and June Sotir – Erect 3 sections of 6’x8’ stockade fence behind existing garage at 3

Greenwood Road, East Dennis (M264-3) No Abutters or comments from the public. Mr. Catchings states the fence is stockade, not acceptable,

and highly visible. Mr. Crowell suggests capping the fence. Mr. Bohlin is upset the homeowners put the

fence up without an application and states that they were aware of the process due to coming in front of

the board for another project. Homeowner suggests painting the fence the same as the house. Mr. Bohlin

suggests plantings in front of fence to screen from the road.

Motion:

Mr. Catchings made a motion to accept the application as submitted with the homeowner to cap the fence and plant vegetation in front of fence for a screening. Mr. Crowell seconded. Vote 3.0.0

2. Basin F. Cronin, Trust – The owners of this cluster sub-division are required by the Planning Board to

construct a gate across the northerly end of the driveway (road) in order to prevent through traffic at Farrington Road, East Dennis (M423-22) Dennis Reid signed an extension form on 7/21/15 to be heard at the 8/12/15 meeting

3. Anthony and Sandra Scola – Demolish existing wood deck, frame new structure three season room.

Structure to have new Anderson windows, door, roofing shingles, sidewall shingles to match the existing house at 23 Morning Glory Drive, East Dennis (M261-40) No Abutters or comments from the public. MCA.

Motion:

Mr. Crowell made a motion to accept the application as submitted. Mr. Catchings seconded. Vote 3.0.0

4. Douglas Ewing – New 5 bedroom house with attached 2-car garage. Front porch with deck off the rear

of the home at 63 Featherbed Lane, Dennis (M353-22) No Abutters or comments from the public. MCA. Motion:


5. Andrew and Shelley Linso – Replace and extend previously existing patio with a platform deck at 15

Beach Street, Dennis (M328-31) No Abutters or comments from the public. MCA. Motion:


6. Elmin Sehic – Installation of fence gate 22’ wide with 2 rails x 4’ high decreasing to 3’ high, colonial

white picket with aluminum frame with 2 10.5”x10.5”x5” white posts at 489 Main Street, Dennis (M306-44) Homeowners representative asked at beginning of the meeting to continue to the August 12, 2015 Motion:


7. Baca Family Realty Trust – Install photovoltaic panels on the south facing side of the roof of the house

at 133 Airline Road, East Dennis (M219-38) No Abutters or comments from the public. MCA.

Motion:


8. Karen Curtin – 24’x24’ addition (2-car garage under w/family room, bedroom, bathroom & kitchen

above). Windows, roofing, siding to match existing house at 83 Kingswear Circle, South Dennis (M198-126) No Abutters or comments from the public. MCA.

Motion:

Mr. Crowell made a motion to accept the application as submitted. Mr. Catchings seconded. Vote 3.0.0


1. 15 Pavian Way, check for application for solar panels 2. 2 William Crowell, Gordan will call Bill Bohlin for an update

Motion to Adjourn:

Motion made by Mr. Crowell, seconded by Mr. Catchings. MEETING ADJOURNED AT 8:25 PM. Voted 3.0.0


Dated: _____________

Town of Dennis



DATE: Wednesday, June 24, 2015 PRESENT:Chairman/Secretary Bill Bohlin, Gary Barber,Joshua Crowell, Phil Catchings ABSENT: Alternate Robert Waldo STAFF: Kerry Barton CONVENED: 6pm

A public hearing was held in accordance with Chapter 470 of the Acts of 1973, as Amended, at Dennis Town Office, 485 Main Street, South Dennis, on Wednesday June 24, at 6:00 P.M. on the following applications for a Certificate of Appropriateness: Minutes:

May 27, 2015

June 10, 2015

June 15, 2015 OKH Workshop Minutes

Motion to accept 5.27.15 minutes as written by Mr. Barber, seconded by Mr. Catchings. Vote 4.0.0 Motion to accept 6.10.15 minutes as written by Mr. Crowell, seconded by Mr. Bohlin. Vote 2.0.2 (Mr. Barber and

Mr. Catchings obstained) Motion to accept 6.15.15 minutes as written by Mr. Catchings, seconded by Mr. Crowell. Vote 3.0.1 (Mr. Barber

obstained) MCA –MEETS THE CONCERNS OF THE ACT

Continued Meeting:

1. Mark and Amy Nichols – Demolish existing garage & deck off the back of the house. Build a new two story

garage, wrap around deck, small addition on the back of the house with a new foundation at 115 Taunton Avenue, East Dennis (M323-2) Mark Nichols homeowner passed out revised plans to the board. There were no abutters or comments from the public. Demo Application: MCA Motion:

Mr. Barber made a motion to accept the application as submitted, Mr. Crowell seconded. Vote 4.0.0 New Dwelling Application: Mr. Catchings, no comment, could not remember what was asked of the applicant. MCA. Motion:

Mr. Catchings made a motion to accept the application as submitted, Mr. Barber seconded. Vote 4.0.0

2. Marcia Valente – Replace existing stockade fence with new stockade fence at property line per drawing at

118 Taunton Avenue, Dennis (M344-122) Mr. Jay McBride and Marsha Valente present and stated Down Cape Engineering provided drawings.There were no abutters or comments from the public. MCA

Motion:


3. Robert Anderson – Install roof top solar array lagged to rafters at 54 Scargo Hill Road, Dennis (M332-47)

Chris Murphy displayed solar panels on above property for board to do a site visit. There were no abutters or comments from the public. Mr. Crowell feels this application does not meet the concerns of the act. Mr. Catchings and Bohlin agree with Mr. Crowell. Mr. Barber states he pulled into the driveway and the panels were dull black and blended in nicely with the green roof, he then pulled out of driveway and did a drive by from the opposite direction, and he stated the panels were not visible. He feels this application meets the concerns of the act. After much deliberation, board asked the contractor if he would consider continuing to the next meeting, so he could present different options for the installation of the solar panels on the front of the roof. Suggestions made were photolytic shingles, entire roof of home/garage re-shingled to black shingles, solar panels on the ground. Motion:

Mr. Barber made a motion to allow applicant to continue to the 7/8/15 meeting, Mr. Crowell seconded. Vote 4.0.0

4. Susan Johnson Roettig – Demolition of existing buildings at 60 Corporation Road, Dennis (M370-22) HOMEOWNER SIGNED A EXTENTION OF LIMITS TO EXTEND UNTIL 9/9/15 OKH MEETING

Regular Meeting:

1. Clare Thurston – Demolition of existing stucture at 11 Louis Avenue, Dennis (M324-41)

Leonard Holt representing homeowner. Roberta Libero of 12 Louis Avenue, Dennis stated she was an abutter and was concerned with the timing of the demolition. She has renters from now until September and would not like any demolition during that time. Mr. Holt stated he also was an abutter and did not for see demolition to be done before September. MCA. Motion:

Mr. Barber made a motion to accept the application as submitted, Mr. Catching seconded. Vote 4.0.0

2. Kenneth Rennard – Replacement windows at 158 Whig Street, Dennis (M370-1)

Vasco Nunez representing homeowner. There were no abutters or comments from the public. MCA. Motion:


3. Robert Sullivan – Fence installation at 23 Bay Ridge Drive, South Dennis (M196-78)

Homeowner present. There were no abutters or comments from the public. Mr. Crowell MCA. Mr. Catchings wants the fence installed with the setbacks coming off the rear of the home. He asks homeowners how they will install on such a slope, stepping down. If so, he does not want to see a huge gap. Other board members have same concerns with placement and installation. After much discussion, homeowner drew on the plot plans the exact location of the installation of the fence in red, agreeing to the second to last piece of the fencing being 6’ high to 4’ high and last piece of fencing being only 4’ high. Motion:

Mr. Barber made a motion to accept the application with the homeowner marking in red on the plot plan the placement of the fence, with the second to last piece of fence being 6’ high going to 4’ high and last piece of fence being only 4’ high. Mr. Crowell seconded. Vote 4.0.0

4. Kimberly McDowell– Lift house for new foundation, remove porch, consturct a new porch, re-locate

bulkhead, replace roofing, siding and trim, windows and doors at 72 Whig Street, Dennis (M349-11) Tom Beard representing the homeowners. He explained project to the board in great detail. There were no abutters or comments from the public. MCA. Motion:


5. Mark and Amy Nichols – Demolish existing garage & deck off the back of the house at 115 Taunton Avenue, East Dennis (M323-2) Move application to #1 in continued, same homeowner

6. Gary Anderson – Install solar panels on roof of house at 47 Asack Drive, South Dennis (M187-67)

Nila Miller, Solar City representing homeowner. There were no abutters or comments from the public. MCA. Motion:


7. Marilyn Cabral – Install solar panels on roof of house at 23 Boulder Drive, East Dennis (M362-11)



8. Kevin Salvi – Install solar panels on roof of house at 33 Horsefoot Path, Dennis (M345-46)



9. Paul Sullivan - Install solar panels on roof of house at 14 Cruiser Lane, Dennis (M386-42)



10. Douglas and Tanya Rentsch – Replace existing gate fence, install a new sign on existing post at 1613 Main Street, East Dennis (M378-13) Remove from Agenda, office did not receive the Abutter Notices by the June 11, 2015 deadline – will continue to the 7/8/15 OKH Meeting

Motion:

Mr. Barber made a motion to allow applicant to continue to the 7/8/15 meeting, Mr. Crowell seconded. Vote 4.0.0

11. Jeffrey and Patricia Conciatori – Renovation and addition of new connecting enclosed porch, addition of

new dog house dormers to rear of barn, new windows, french doors, transoms on barn and connecting porch. New stone fireplace on barn, grades and landscaping filed to grade addition at 32 Center Street, East Dennis (M398-1) Mr. Gordon Clark representing homeowner. There were no abutters or comments from the public. Mr. Catchings stated he is a friend and neighbor of the applicant. Mr. Barber states he has worked with Gordon Clark and David Nordberg in the past. MCA. Motion:

Mr. Crowell made a motion to accept the application as submitted, Mr. Barber seconded. Vote 4.0.0 Other Business (Complaints, Informals, General Information, Exemptions

1. 40 Hickory Lane (M177-3) – Send orginal approved application to the board, re-visit next meeting 7/8/15 2. 26 Freydis Drive (M172-123) – Entire board states the homeowner is not in compliance with the orginal

approved application, refer to building department 3. 75 Shore Drive (M366-4) – Violation letter sent on 5/6/15. Homeowner submitted pictures and explaination

as to why he put up the posts for the board review. Board reviewed and determined he must submit a Certificate of Appropriateness and attend a meeting

4. 766 Main Street, Dennis – Mr. Bohlin informed the board the Mr. Florence asked the shop owners to remove the sign, as of date it is still installed. Mr. Bohlin asked to Kerry Barton to inform Mr. Florence

5. Mr. Catchings inquired as to how to go about reporting work done without OKH approval and building. He has a neighbor that has installed a new patio and outside shower that is visable from street at 52 Center Street. Violation letter to be sent

Approved Exemptions and Letter of Amendments:

1. 40 Monroe Way, Dennis (M348-01) 2. 37 Strawberry Lane, Dennis (M289-54) 3. 108 Country Circle, South Dennis (M171-60)

Motion to Adjourn:

Motion made by Mr. Barber, seconded by Mr. Crowell. MEETING ADJOURNED AT 7.40 PM. Voted 3-0-0


Dated: _____________

Town of Dennis



DATE: Wednesday, June 10, 2015 PRESENT:Chairman/Secretary Bill Bohlin, Gary Barber,Joshua Crowell ABSENT: Alternate Robert Waldo, Phil Catchings STAFF: Kerry Barton CONVENED: 6pm

A public hearing was held in accordance with Chapter 470 of the Acts of 1973, as Amended, at Dennis Town Office, 485 Main Street, South Dennis, on Wednesday June 10, at 6:00 P.M. on the following applications for a Certificate of Appropriateness: Continued Meeting:

Joseph Fresolo – Installation of solar panels at 18 Thorwald Drive, South Dennis (M173-22) No show from applicant. Motion: Mr. Barber made the motion to deny the solar panels application, Mr. Crowell seconded. Voted 3.0.0.

Mark and Amy Nichols – Demolish existing garage & deck off the back of the house. Build a new two story garage, wrap around deck, small addition on the back of the house with a new foundation at 115 Taunton Avenue, East Dennis (M323-2) Continued to 6-24-15 Meeting

Minutes:

May 27, 2014 – Review on June 24, 2015

Regular Meeting:

1. Hogans Family Cobbs Grove Reality Trust #2 – Install solar panels on roof of house at 30 Cobbs Grove, East Dennis (M422-72) There were no abutters or comments from the public.Entire board MCA.

Motion: Mr. Crowell made a motion to accept the application as submitted, Mr. Barber seconded. Vote 3.0.0.

2. Rick Bardine – Install solar panels on roof of house at 47 Prince Way, East Dennis (M358-19) There were no abutters or comments from the public.Entire board MCA. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion to accept the application as submitted, Mr. Crowell seconded. Vote 3.0.0.

3. Mark Dwyer – Install solar panels on roof of house at 37 Strawberry Lane, East Dennis (M289-54) Betty Brown, neighbor, states she is for the project.Entire board MCA. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion to accept the application as submitted, Mr. Crowell seconded. Vote 3.0.0.

4. Rick Royce – Installation of 20 black framed pv solar panels, mounted on south facing roof, visible from

back yard only at 21 Jilma Drive, East Dennis (M336-62) There were no abutters or comments from the public.Entire board MCA.


5. Mary Ann Brosnan – Partial demo to add a new 2nd

floor, new garage, sunroom, den, deck , patio & new front porch at 107 Robbins Circle, Dennis (M326-17) Gordy Clark respresenting clients. There were no abutters or comments from the public.Mr. Bohlin asks if gravel driveway will remain?, Is driveway in front of the garage? Gordy states gravel driveway will not remain, it will be grass, driveway will be in front of garage, plans were incorrect.

Motion: Mr. Crowell made a motion to accept the application as submitted, with a updated site plan showing driveway be submitted to the Historic Office, Mr. Barber seconded. Vote 3.0.0.

6. Patricia Loturco– Remove front concrete/brick stairs, build a new set of stairs same dimensions as existing stairs using PT lumber, decked with 1”x6” PT decking, with a white pine skirt & risers with PT railings at 24 Fiord Drive, South Dennis (M172-146) There were no abutters or comments from the public.Entire board MCA.


7. Michael Tarutino – Re-do existing sign at 1372 Rt. 134, East Dennis (M359-7) There were no abutters or comments from the public. Mr. Bohlin had ?’s on color of signs and location. Jeff states ladder and building signs. Mr. Bohlin wants ladder sign to match existing ladder signs on property. Ladder signs black and white, building sign red and blue.

Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion to accept the application as submitted, noting that the ladder signs will match existing ladder signs, Mr. Crowell seconded. Vote 3.0.0.

8. Jennifer Clark – Reinstate and amend certificate of appropriateness complete project of replacing windows and doors amendment considerations – reconstruct rear deck and front stoop at 77 Hillside Drive, East Dennis (M358-50) There were no abutters or comments from the public. Mr. Barber clarifies door is square. Mr. Bohlin clarifies the steps will be brick. Mr. Barber wants door to match extisting front door with 3 lite on top, 3 lite on side.

Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion to accept the application as submitted, door to match existing front door with 3 lite top and 3 lite side, Mr. Crowell seconded. Vote 3.0.0.

9. Gregory Day – Installation of solar array on back of home, not visible from Corporation Road at 71 Corporation Road, Dennis (M370-44) There were no abutters or comments from the public.Entire board MCA.


10. Susan Johnson Roettig – Demolition of existing buildings at 60 Corporation Road, Dennis (M370-22)

No show. Mr. Bohlin read the letter from the Historical Commission in to record. Board would like a site visit on this property, Kerry to call owner to set up the visit. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion to continue to next meeting, June 24, 2015, Mr. Crowell seconded. Vote 3.0.0.

11. Mid-Cape Development, LLC – Existing house is under construction. Alterations requested; add dormer over garage; change window over garage – side elevation; remove window over garage – rear elevation at 109 Seaside Avenue, Dennis (M387-8) There were no abutters or comments from the public. Mr. Barber states he would prefer to see a shed dormer. .Entire board MCA. Motion: Mr. Crowell made a motion to accept the application as submitted, Mr. Barber seconded. Vote 3.0.0.

12. Robert & Joan Stout – Extend existing fence by 3 6’x8’ sections at 41 Seaside Avenue, Dennis (M388-29) No show from applicant. There were no abutters or comments from the public.Entire board MCA.

Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion to accept the application as submitted, with the owner coming to the Historic Office to sign the Statement of Understanding forms, Mr. Crowell seconded. Vote 3.0.0.

13. Michael Speakman – Remove 2 windows, 1 permanently, second moved over 16”. Install 2 skylights, 1 in front, 1 in back of the house in kitchen area to provide required light & make the ceiling vaulted at 56 South Yarmouth Road, Dennis (M225-11) There were no abutters or comments from the public. Owner present. After much discussion between board and applicant to allow a skylight in the front of the property, board agrees they can’t allow.

Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion to accept the application as submitted, with the owner writing on the application that the skylight will be removed from the application in its entirety, Mr. Crowell seconded. Vote 3.0.0.

14. Marcia Valente – Replace existing stockade fence with new stockade fence at property line per drawing at 118 Taunton Avenue, Dennis (M344-122) No show. Hold till end of meeting. No abutters or public present.

Motion: Mr. Crowell made a motion to continue to next meeting, June 24, 2015, Mr. Barber seconded. Vote 3.0.0.

15. Robert Anderson – Install roof top solar array lagged to rafters at 54 Scargo Hill Road, Dennis (M332-47) Chris Murphy from Direct Engery Solar representing owners. There were no abutters or comments from the public. Mr.Barber would like to see all black panels, and would only approve matte black panels on the front of the house. Mr. Crowell MCA. Mr. Bohlin can’t approve panels on front of house. Mr. Bohlin considers panels on front if owners would re-roof the garage to black shingles. After much discussion, board asks Mr. Murphy to put a sample panel up at the residence, so they can have a site visit. Mr. Murphy agrees and will call Kerry to schedule the site visit. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion to continue to next meeting, June 24, 2015, Mr. Crowell seconded. Vote 3.0.0.

16. Lynne Hamlyn – Install a new sign for a new Italian food & wine store at 766 Route 6A, Unit #3, Dennis

(M351-7) There were no abutters or comments from the public.Entire board MCA.

Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion to accept the application as submitted, Mr. Crowell seconded. Vote 3.0.0.


Old Kings Highway workshop is scheduled for Monday, June 15, 2015 at 10:30 am in the small hearing room located at 485 Main Street, South Dennis

Mr. Bohlin states that a meeting is being held for the roundabout on June 17, 2015 7:00 PM at Carlton Hall

Agenda items for workshop: Solar, Public Way, Plans, Exemptions, Amendments, Public Sites, Vegetation

Mr. Bohlin to contact Jim Wilson


1. 27 North Street, ED 2. 1147 Main Street, RT 6A, D 3. 14 Nobscussett Road, D (LOA) 4. 56 Cypress Road, SD 5. 21 Chadwick Road, SD 6. 73 Uncle Stanleys Way, SD 7. 4 Hillside Drive, ED 8. 16 Carriage Road, SD 9. 48 Quivet Drive, ED 10. 17 Boulder Drive, ED 11. 6 Yarmouth Road, D (LOA) 12. 114 Kings Row Drive, ED 13. 54 Barristers Walk, D

Motion to Adjourn:

Motion made by Mr. Barber, seconded by Mr. Crowell. MEETING ADJOURNED AT 7.40 PM. Voted 3-0-0

Chairperson: _____________________________________________________

Dated: _____________

Town of Dennis



DATE: Wednesday, May 27, 2015 PRESENT:Chairman/Secretary Bill Bohlin, Gary Barber,Joshua Crowell, Phil Catchings ABSENT: Alternate Robert Waldo STAFF: Kerry Barton CONVENED: 6pm

A public hearing was held in accordance with Chapter 470 of the Acts of 1973, as Amended, at Dennis Town Office, 485 Main Street, South Dennis, on Wednesday May 27, at 6:00 P.M. on the following applications for a Certificate of Appropriateness: Minutes:

April 22, 2015 – Review tape for #14

May 13, 2015 – Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion to accept minutes, Mr. Catching 2nd

. Voted 4.0.0

Continued Hearings:

1. Joseph Fresolo – Installation of solar panels at 18 Thorwald Drive, South Dennis (M173-22)

2. Michael & Kathryn Dunford – Landscape Plan and change of material to stone retaining wall which was previously approved at 19 Joy Lane, Dennis (M389-43) Mathew Tage, Reef Realty presented revised landscape plans. Abutter, Thomas Martin of 19

Pole Street spoke. He and other neighbors met with Reef Realty and the owners to disucss the

new landscape plans, he is in favor of plans. Mr. Catchings would prefer to see fieldstone wall to

piza stone wall. Mr. Barber is ok with piza wall by house, but would like to see walls at street

remain fieldstone. Mr. Crowell and Mr. Bohlin MCA.

Motion:

Mr. Crowell made a motion to accept application as submitted, Mr. Barber seconded. Application

approved. Vote 4.0.0

Regular Meeting:

1. Weston Anderson – Build a 16’x18’ workshop addition to left side of the existing tool shed at 20 Shawnee Way, East Dennis (M375-39) Rick Tupper representing owner. There were no abutters or comments from the public.Entire board MCA.

Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion to accept application as submitted, Mr. Crowell seconded. Application


2. Shane and Carrie Quenneville – Dormer addition to rear roof at 356 Airline Drive, South Dennis

(M268-11) Architect representing homeowner.There were no abutters or comments from the public. Mr. Crowell has a resevation with a reverse salt box, but the design MCA. The rest of board MCA.



3. Robert Davis – Build a new deck on the back side of the house. Overall 32’x14’ with a stairway

down to an existing patio at 23 Cassidy Avenue, South Dennis (M185-24) Robert Lavenski representing owner. There were no abutters or comments from the public. Entire board MCA.

Motion:



4. John Maney – Construct a 10’x16’ storage shed, block footings, exterior colors & specifications

to match house, dipped shingles, weatherwood roofing & paint to match at 37 Farrington Road, East Dennis (M423-24) Jamie McGrath, Pine Harbor Sheds respresenting owner.There were no abutters or comments from the public.Entire board MCA. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion to accept application as submitted, Mr. Crowell seconded. Application


5. Kenneth Huckins – Construct a post and beam barn with paddock at 1022 Route 134, South Dennis (M264-14) Ken and Amy Huckins owners were present. There were no abutters or comments from the public.Entire board MCA. Motion:



6. D-Y Regional Schools – Install a new playground across from the front entrance of the school,

adjacent to the playing fields at 901 Route 134, South Dennis (M217-1) Larry Azer representing D-Y School. There were no abutters or comments from the public.Entire board MCA.



7. Amy Stephens – Contruct a new dormer addition at east elevation of the existing garage at 132

Bakers Pond Road, East Dennis (M266-26) Meaghan of AB Architect representing owner. There were no abutters or comments from the public.Entire board MCA. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion to accept application as submitted, Mr. Crowell seconded. Application


8. Mark and Amy Nichols – Demolish existing garage & deck off the back of the house. Build a new two story garage, wrap around deck, small addition on the back of the house with a new

foundation at 115 Taunton Avenue, East Dennis (M323-2) Mark Nichols, owner present. Mr. Catchings informed the applicant he must submit a separate demolition applicaton to the board.There was deliberations going back and forth between owner and board members in regards to the plot plan, elevatons, finish grades, fill lines etc. Please refer to the video. Owner would like an continuence to the next meeting and present new plot plans, with elevations, fill lines, drawings of house with shed dormers instead on skylights.

Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion to continue application to next meeting, June 10, 2015, Mr. Crowell

seconded. Application approved. Vote 4.0.0


Kerry to schedule a workshop for the committee, historic department, building department and public for rules and regulations of the OKH Board

Board members will email Kerry angenda for the workshop

Mr. Catchings will be absent from 6.10.15 meeting

Issue a violation for 3 Greenward for a 6’x8’ enclosure out of 6’ stockade fencing next to the garage

Mr. Barber noticed a similar enclosure on Beach Street, committee to go out and look and review at next meeting


138 Whig Street, D

250 Corporation Road, D

36 Jericho Road, D

1369B Rte. 134, ED (LOA)

37 Captain Prestons, D

91 Whittier Drive, De

31 Frank Doyle Road, SD

4 Aspen Lane, D

62 Sou West Drive, D

59 Main Street, Unit 40-1, D

25 Wild Hunter Road, D

38 Partridge Lane, D (LOA)

Motion to Adjourn:

Motion made by Mr. Barber, seconded by Mr. Crowell. MEETING ADJOURNED AT 9:25 PM. Voted 5-0-0

Chairperson: _____________________________________________________

Dated: _____________

Town of Dennis



DATE: Wednesday, May 13, 2015 PRESENT:Chairman/Secretary Bill Bohlin, Gary Barber,Joshua Crowell, Phil Catchings, Alternate Robert Waldo ABSENT: STAFF: Kerry Barton CONVENED: 6pm

A public hearing was held in accordance with Chapter 470 of the Acts of 1973, as Amended, at Dennis Town Office, 485 Main Street, South Dennis, on Wednesday May 13, at 6:00 P.M. on the following applications for a Certificate of Appropriateness: Mr. Bohlin welcomed Mr. Catchings, newly elected to the board. Mr. Barber made a motion to elect Mr. Bohlin as the new Secretary/Chairman of the OKH Board for one year or until a successor is chosen. Mr. Crowell seconded. Voted 4-0-0 Minutes:

April 22, 2015

April 8, 2015

March 25, 2015

Mr. Catchings suggested reviewing the minutes at the end of the meeting.

Miscellanous:

Mr. Crowell stated he did not receive tonights applications for review, therefore will obstain from voting for the entire meeting

Continued Hearings:

1. Susan Harrington – Installation of solar panels at 22 Johnson Lane, Dennis (M348-28).

Withdrawn.

2. William Clements & Sandra Jones – Installation of solar panels at 124 Robbins Circle, Dennis (M326-15) There were no comments from the abutters or the public. Mr. Catchings confirmed with AZ Solar that panels were black on black, design acceptable. Mr. Barber ok since no view from public way. Mr. Bohlin understands abutters concerns, however, after a site visit, not seen from public way and one panel being moved to back of the house, he is ok with application. Motion:

Mr. Barber made a motion to accept the application as presented. Mr. Catchings seconded.

Application approved. Voted 3-0-1

3. Anthony Marcello – Installation of garge door and windows at 57 Chadwick Road, South Dennis

(M188-25) Owner submitted new plans for review. Mr. Barber confirmed heights and panel

door. Mr. Bohlin and Catchings, MRA.

Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion to accept the application as presented with garage doors being four

panels drawn in on the plans. Mr. Catchings seconded. Application approved. Voted 3-0-1

4. Joseph Fresolo – Installation of solar panels at 18 Thorwald Drive, South Dennis (M173-22) Call at end of meeting owner/representative not present.

5. Tara Mounsey & Susan Dooley – Installation of shed dormer & second floor windows at 34 Kings Row Drive, Dennis (M336-42) Steve Cook representing clients. There were no comments from the abutters or the public. Mr. Catchings confirmed type of windows. Mr. Catchings, Mr. Barber, Mr. Bohlin MRA. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion to accept the application as presented. Mr. Catchings seconded.


Regular Meeting: Mr. Waldo joined the board for the meeting

1. 18 Hiram Pond Road Dennis MA Trust – New Single Family Dwelling at 18 Hiram Pond Road, Dennis (M367-63) Phil O’Connor owner, present. Attorney Jeff Ford, representing William Curly, opposed to builing due to an unbuildable lot per planning department. He would like the building department to confirm this is a buildable lot prior to board taking a vote. Mr. Waldo and Mr. Catchings MRA. Mr. Barber concerned with trees on lot being cleared, owner states three trees to stay and keeping a natural habitat of evergreens plantings. Mr. Barber states the natural habitat must be indicated on landscape plan as well as what vegetation is staying. Mr. Bohlin agrees with Mr. Barber. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion to accept the application as presented with natural vegetation being

indicated on lanscape plan that is staying. Mr. Catchings seconded. Application approved. Voted

4-0-1

2. John Q. Adams – Install 7 Windows, remove two window openings, Siding, 10x12 Shed,

Stockade Fence at 129 Mayfair Road, South Dennis (M184-119) There were no comments from the abutters or the public. Mr. Catchings would like style of fence to match existing fence, MRA.

Mr. Barber asked if he could install a shadow box fence, MRA. Mr. Waldo does not want to see a fence installed, should be shrubs, other aspects of application MRA. Mr. Bohlin wants to see a picket fence, fence proposed is not appropriate for the property. After much discussion between board of what time of fence or shrubbery installed owner agreed to intall 39” spaced picket fence, flat top stockade fence, installed away from the road with shrubbery. Motion:

Mr. Barber made a motion to accept the application as presented with owner to install 39”

spaced picket fence, flat top stockade fence, installed away from the road with shrubbery. Mr.

Catchings seconded. Application approved. Voted 4-0-1

3. Melissa & Chris McCall – Replace 2 existing awning style windows in rear of house, 3 casement windows as part of bathroom renovation at 43 Black Ball Hill Road, Dennis (M306-58) There were no comments from the abutters or the public. Board MRA. Motion:



4. Pamela Morin – Demo of existing screen porch and replace with new porch at 13 Norseman Beach Road, South Dennis (M170-11) there were no comments from the abutters or the public. Board MRA. Motion:

Mr. Barber made a motion to accept the application as presented with block wall to be replaced

with piers, floor juice to grade with lattice from grade to bottom of sill. Mr. Catchings seconded.


5. Alan & Amy Axthelm – Remove and replace existing deck at 157 Sea Street, East Dennis (M422-

14) Eric Oman representing the owners. There were no comments from the abutters or the public. Board MRA. Motion:



6. David Welch Trust – Remove part of existing deck rail to expand deck with railings at 238

Greenland Circle, East Dennis (M341-16) there were no comments from the abutters or the public. Board MRA. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion to accept the application as presented. Mr. Catchings seconded. Application approved. Voted 4-0-1

7. Vin Ubertini – Install 6’ High Fence at 27 Lombardi Heights Road, East Dennis (M346-42) there were no comments from the abutters or the public. Board MRA.

Motion:


Application approved. Voted 3-0-2 (Mr. Waldo abstained & Mr. Crowell)

8. 73 Featherbed Lane Trust – New Single Family Dwelling at 73 Featherbed Lane, Dennis (M353-

23) Mr. Lomenzo stated he has plans to modify driveway and add a natural buffer. Mr. Mike Robinson, neighbor, states easment is on his driveway and has no concerns that Mr. Lomenzo will not change the natural form on Featherbed Lane. Mr. Bohlin read letters submitted by abutters into the recorded meeting. Mr. Barber discussion of driveway, chimney and shrubbery, MRA. Mr. Crowell, MRA. Mr. Waldo confirmed width of circular driveway to be 9-10’ wide and 20’ at top of circle, natural landscape to blend with grass, chipseal driveway installed, MRA. Mr. Lomenzo requested copies of abutter letters. Mr. Catchings states plan meets the concerns of the abutters, but would like a full landscape plan submitted, Mr. Catchings has no conerns with house plans. Mr. Lomenzo states a landscape plan will be submited to board prior to landscape work being started. Mr. Bohlin feels concerns of abutters have been met and would like a full landscape plan submitted prior to work being started. Mr. Bohlin states for the record he has spoken with the Masons via telephone and email and agrees with their concerns. Mr. Lomenzo states he has not yet been able to speak with the Masons as of date. Motion:

Mr. Barber made a motion to accept the application as presented, with a full landscape plan to

be submitted to the board. Mr. Catchings seconded. Application approved. Voted 4-0-1

9. Bessemer Trust Barkus – Install painted wooden gate and stone columns at existing driveway at 52 Coles Pond Road, East Dennis (M423-36) ) There were no comments from the abutters or the public. AB Architect presents new pictures for the board. Mr. Waldo MRA. Mr. Catchings states he does not like stone piers with automatic gates, feels it is in appropriate, but every application is on its own merit, so he does not oppose. Mr. Catchings confirmed with architect the height of the piers and should reflect the correct height on the application. Mr. Bohlin agrees with Mr. Catchings, but does not object to the application, confirmed with architect type of lights, LED on a timer, off by 10 pm. Motion:

Mr. Barber made a motion to accept the application as presented, with a height of 6’ for the gate. Mr. Catchings seconded. Application approved. Voted 4-0-1

10. Michael & Kathryn Dunford – Landscape Plan and change of material to stone retaining wall which was previously approved at 19 Joy Lane, Dennis (M389-43) Mathew Tage – Reef Realty representing owners. Abutter, Janet Gulrain of 15 Joy Lane present and spoke, Mr. Thomas Martin abutter 19 Pole Street, present and spoke. Lengthly deliberations took place in regards to this application. Please refer to the video. Applicaton to be continued.

11. Pamela & Kevin Wolf – New screened porch over existing stone patio, gable end roof and trim

at 12 Forehand Drive, Dennis (M349-9) there were no comments from the abutters or the public. . Board MRA. Motion:

Mr. Barber made a motion to accept the application as presented. Mr. Catchings seconded. Application approved. Voted 4-0-1

12. Marcia Valente – Move existing stockade fence to the property line at 118 Taunton Ave, Dennis (M344-122) . Abutter, Joe Hannigan Sr. present and spoke, Abutter, Mr. Joe Hannigan Jr., Chapin Beach Realty, present and spoke. Lengthly deliberations took place in regards to this application. Please refer to the video. Applicaton withdrawn by applicant.

13. Michael Watts – Build an outdoor living area over the footprint of the existing concrete slab at

23 2 Sesuit Neck Road, Dennis (M393-7) ) There were no comments from the abutters or the public. Board MRA. Motion:



14. Thomas Nedell – Removal of an existing patio replace with a deck at 1000 Route 6A (M388-33) There were no comments from the abutters or the public. Board MRA.

Motion:

Mr. Barber made a motion to accept the application as presented with modification of steps

from three to two. Mr. Catchings seconded. Application approved. Voted 4-0-1

15. Joseph Fresolo – Installation of solar panels at 18 Thorwald Drive, South Dennis (M173-22) Call at end of meeting owner/representative not present. No one showed in regards to this property, board states the application can be continued again if need be

Minutes:

March 25, 2015 – Accepted. Motion to accept minutes by Mr. Barber as amended, Mr. Catchings seconded. All in favor


Chairperson signed withdrawn applications:

22 Johnson Lane

118 Taunton Avenue

Mr. Catchings observed a shadow and ladder sign at 766 Main Street, he would like the board to visit property and put in for a violation. Mr. Bohlin asked Kerry to write a violation for this property

Kerry to schedule a workshop for the committee, historic department, building department and public for rules and regulations of the OKH Board

Exemptions:

1. 29 Flax Street, Dennis: Approved

2. 8 Levi Lane, Dennis: Approved 3. 112 Whig Street, Dennis: Approved 4. 10 Strawberry Lane, East Dennis: Approved 5. 110 Taunton Avenue, Dennis: Approved 6. 29 Roads End, East Dennis: Approved 7. 455 Rt. 6A, Dennis: Approved 8. 10 Bay Ridge Drive, South Dennis: Approved

Motion to Adjourn:

Motion made by Mr. Crowell, seconded by Mr. Barber. MEETING ADJOURNED AT 9:25 PM. Voted 5-0-0

Chairperson: _____________________________________________________

Dated: _____________

Town of Dennis



DATE: Wednesday, April 22, 2015 PRESENT:Chairman/Secretary Peter Lomenzo, Bill Bohlin, Gary Barber, Alternate Phil Catchings ABSENT: Joshua Crowell STAFF: Samantha Moir CONVENED: 6pm

A public hearing was held in accordance with Chapter 470 of the Acts of 1973, as Amended, at Dennis Town Office, 485 Main Street, South Dennis, on Wednesday 22, at 6:00 P.M. on the following applications for a Certificate of Appropriateness:

Minutes:

April 8, 2014- Review on May 13, 2015

Review March 25, 2014 Minutes on May 13, 2015

Continued Hearings:

1. Susan Harrington – Installation of solar panels at 22 Johnson Lane, Dennis (M348-28).

No one present. Application put to the bottom of the agenda

Regular Meeting:

1. Michael Forni – Remove/replace roof shingles on entire house, add a new screen porch on rear of home per plans, remove/replace outside shower enclosure at 13 Capt. Walsh Road, East Dennis (M260-31). Eric Oman, contractor was present. There were no comments from the abutters or the public. The committee had no questions or comments. Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion to accept the application as presented. Mr. Barber seconded.


2. Arthur & Jo Ellen Brisbane – Install solar panels on garage at 71 Old Town Lane, East

Dennis (M408-7).

Jason from E2 Solar from present. A favorable letter from the Harper;s, direct abuuters

at 67 Old Town Lane, was read into the record. Mr. Barber asked if the solar panels had

white dots on them. Jason indicated that there were gridline and not white dots. Mr.

Barber asked to indicate where the street was next time he filled out an application

because it was important for the committee to know.

Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion to accept the application as presented. Mr. Bohlin seconded.


3. William Clements & Sandra Jones – Install solar panels on house and garage at 124

Robbins Circle, Dennis (M326-15). Jason from E2 Solar present. Bob Cicchetti, direct

abutter at 175 Beach Street present. Mr. Cicchetti was concerned that the panels were

not appropriate if they were seen from the road and he wasn’t sure how the north west

side would work. He was under the impression that panels should be south facing. It is

directly facing his house although it is not facing the street. Mr. Bohlin stated that the

single panel on the garage was visible and asked if it could be moved. Jason stated that

they were trying to maximize the unshaded area and agreed that it could be moved. Mr.

Catchings concurred with Mr. Bohlin and also stated that he also wondered if the

abutters would have an issue. Mr. Barber asked to push the single panel closer to the

ridge. The rear panels shouldn’t be visible to the abutters due to the roof pitch. Mr.

Barber was also concerned with the white dots on the panels. Jason indicated that the

cells are rounded and that’s why it looks like there are white dots on them. Mr. Barber

didn’t like the white dots and asked if they could try to stay away from using those cells.

Mr. Lomenzo asked Jason to be more clear on the plans because the cells don’t look like

they were all black. He also thought solar panels were supposed to south facing. He

went on state that the committee must approve or deny the application as presented

and the application don’t reflect what is being presented. It is difficult to get roof pitch

from drawing and the panels on the garage are not appropriate. Mr. Lomenzo asked for

the flattest black panel possible with no dots. Jason answered that the panels they

would like to use will get the output needed due to the roof pitch even though they

would be west facing. It is the most efficient panel available (most output).

Mr. Lomenzo asked Jason to reconsider the flat black panels and revise the drawings

because they weren’t appropriate. Mr. Bohlin disagreed with with Mr. Lomenzo

because the panels weren’t visible from a public way and that the white dots weren’t

bothersome. Lots of times these things are not seen from a public way although

aboutters can see them. He reiterated that he would just like the one panel removed.

Mr.Barber agreed with Mr. Bohlin that due to the roof pitch the panels wouldn’t be

visible and to move the one panel. He also asked for a better description and maybe a

sample of the panel for the committee. Mr. Catchings was concerned that abutters are

invited to comment but what’s the point if their comments are ignored. Would like to

see from the abutters point of view and get a better description of panel. Mr. Barber

restated that the committees perview is only from a public way. Mr. Bohlin asked that

even though there were white dots and they were visible for abutters, would that

matter? Mr. Lomenzo asked the agent to discuss flat black panels with the homeowners

and come back to the next meeting to discuess. The act does not specifiy whether the

abutters comments have weight or not. Mr. Bohlin stated that he did not walk around

the house (committee also concurred to this) because it wasn’t visible from a public

way. Mr. Lomenzo reminded the committee that an abutter has a right to appeal, will

OKHRHD ask why the comments were ignored? Mr. Bohlin said he would question

whether it is was due to the panels not being appropriate or did the abutter just not

want it at all. Question is does it meet the concerns of the act. Mr. Bohlin went on to ask

that if the application is continued to the next meeting and plans are changed, what

happens if the abutter still doesn’t like them? Mr. Lomenzo suggested to give them 2

weeks to see if they can come to a conclussion on whether there is a better solution or

not. Abutters have everyright to object in accordance to the act, abutters have every

right to have their say. Mr. Barber suggested that the committee drive by to see the

abutters point of view, although he suspected that the panels would not be visible. Mr.

Cicchetti stated that if the panels were changed to the flat black panels that he would

be fine with it. He did not like the white dots and the checkerboard gridlines. Mr.

Lomenzo asked Mr. Cicchetti if he would object to the committee coming to his home to

see his point of view. Mr. Cicchetti agreed it would be fine.

Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion to continue the application to the next meeting and consider

the flat black panels. Mr. Barber seconded. Application continued. Voted 4-0-0

4. Michael Cancellieri – Installation of solar panels, not to exceed roof panel, but will add

6” to roof height at 5 Homer Lane, East Dennis (M233-32).

Mike Cancellieri present. Mr. Cancellieri stated that the panels were south facing on the

back of the house which faces 100’ of woodland. No comments from the abutters or

public. Mr. Catchings indicated that there would be minimal exposure to Route 134 in

the winter but was happy that the panels did not have the white dots. No other

comments from the committee.

Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion to approve the application as presented. Mr. Barber

seconded. Application approved. Voted 4-0-0

5. Davenport Building – New 2 bedroom, 2 bath home at 77 Old Chatham Road West, SD

(M198-115). Tom Grue present as contractor. There were not any comments from

abutters or the public. Mr. Barber asked if the lot was going to be clear cut. Mr. Grue

stated that it was not being clear cut. Mr. Bohlin asked if there was going to be a

chimney because it was on the spec sheet but not the elevations. Mr. Grue agreed to

draw it on the plans. Mr. Bohlin was also concerned that the foundation was exposed

18”. Mr. Grue indicated that part of the house may be a walk out but that he would

have 6” of fill to bring the exposure to 12”. Mr. Bohlin also asked for the length and the

width to be filled in on the spec sheet and a center chimney over the door.

Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion to approve the application as amended to add the center

chimney over the door, fill in the length and width, and indicate that there would be no

more than 12” of exposed foundation. Mr. Barber seconded. Application approved.

Voted 4-0-0.

6. Anthony Marcello– Remove existing garage door and install two windows. Remove

existing window in breezeway and install a door. Remove wall between garage and

breezeway and construct a room at 57 Chadwick Road, South Dennis (M188-25).

Anthony Marcelio present. There were no comments from the abutters or the public.

Mr. Bohlin asked the homeowner to provide elevations of the house to see the changes.

Mr. Lomenzo stated that the application was incomplete. Mr. Catchings concurred. Mr.

Lomenzo suggested to continue the hearing to the next meeting, bring elevations, and

sign the applications.

Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion to continue the application to the next meeting. Mr. Barber

seconded. Application continued. Voted 4-0-0.

7. Joseph Fresolo – Installation of solar panels at 18 Thorwald Drive, South Dennis (M173-

22). Michael from Baystate Solar present. There were not comments from abutters or

the public. Mr. Catchings were concerned that the roof was very light in color and the

panels were very dark, extremely visible from the road. Mr. Barber stated that there

was no description of the panel itself and that they could approve it if the panel didn’t

have lines or dots. Mr. Bohlin asked if it was in an exempt area. Mr. Lomenzo stated that

the application was incomplete even if it was an exemption, panel specs are needed.

Mr. Bohlin suggested that the applicant should go to the Historic office and look at the

exemption to see if they can use it. If so this application should be withdrawn and an

they should apply for an exemption. Mr. Barber was concerned that if they apply for an

exemption and it is not approved that the applicant would have to reapply for another

meeting. Mr. Lomenzo interjected that there can’t be two application going

simultaneously and that this hearing should be continued to the next meeting instead.

Mr. Catchings suggested that the applicant look at the exemption prior to the next

meeting. Mr. Lomenzo restated that more detail is needed and that the applicant should

continue to the next meeting or withdraw the application and try an exemption. The

committee needs specs of panels because there was only one spec sheet. Not happy

about the blue panels either, would like black panels without lines.

Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion to continue the application to the next meeting. Mr. Barber


Mr. Lomenzo stepped down. Motion made by Mr. Barber to elect Mr. Bohlin as

temporary chairman seconded by Mr. Catchings. Approved 3-0

8. Douglas & Heather Ayres – Remove small chimney, repair roof and cover with asphalt

shingles (like for like), install new exterior door 6” taller than present door, re-shingle,

header trim to match, reduce size of present exterior window by 16” height, re-shingle,

moulding to match at 940 Main Street, Route 6A, Dennis (M371-13).

Mr. Ayres present. There were not comments from abutters or the public.

Mr. Barber asked if the door was facing the street. Mr. Ayres answered that it faced

west with the windows. No other questions or comments from the committee.

Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion to approve the application as presented. Mr. Catchings

seconded. Application approved. Voted 3-0-0.

Mr. Lomenzo stepped back in.

9. Tara Mounsey & Susan Dooley – New shed dormer and second floor windows at 34

Kings Row, Dennis (M336-42)

Requested to be continued to 5/13/15.

Motion:

Mr. Barber made a motion to continue the application to the next meeting. Mr. Bohlin


10. Michael Lavelle – Install vinyl siding and 4” clapboard at 50 Elizabeth Lane, South Dennis

(M198-50).

Michael Lavelle present. There were not any comments from abutters or the public. No

questions or comments from the committee.



11. Jane Losapio – Paint house shingles Anew Grey, paint garage door and shutters Warm

Stone and paint trim white at 13 Jacob Road, Dennis (M219-22).

Jane Losapio present. There were not any comments from abutters or the public. Mr.

Catchings asked if the front door were to remain pink. Miss Losapio answered that it

was changing to warm stone. There were no other questions or comments from the

committee.

Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion to approve the application as presented. Mr. Bohlin


12. Aquacultural Research Corp. – Remove portion of the existing structure, basement in

demolished structure to remain, Upweller building to remain at 99 Chapin Beach Road,

Dennis (M271-1).

Attorney Michael Ford present. There were not any comments from abutters or the

public. No questions or comments from the committee.



13. Aquacultural Research Corp. – Remove portion of building as shown on demolition

plan, partial basement foundation to remain, construct pre-engineered metal building in

its place, re-side/re-trim remaining Upweller building at 99 Chapin Beach Road, Dennis

(M271-1).

Attorney Michael Ford present. Gary Ellis from Yarmouth CPA commented that this

property was in the process of possibly having a conservation restriction placed on it but

that he had no issues with the plans. Mr. Barber made it known that he sat on a

committee with Mr. Ellis but that it would not influence his decision. No other questions

from the committee.



14. Cold Storage Realty Trust – Install a sign on the roof over the door and exchange of sign

on ladder sign at 1370 Route 134, East Dennis (M359-7). Andrew Murphy present

(trustee). There were no comments from abutters or the public.

Mr. Bohlin asked if the ladder sign for the art gallery was staying. Mr. Murphy said it

was. Mr. Catchings asked if a more coherent color scheme was possible for the entire

complex. Mr. Murphy said not at this time. Mr. Catchings suggeted that many plaza’s

are doing that and that it was more appropriate with less clutter. Mr. Murphy stated

that the sign was meant to draw the eye as it is a new business. Mr. Lomenzo felt it was

inappropriate and that all colors and fonts should be the same. Ladder signs are a group

of signs together and should match the colors better. Mr. Murphy indicated that the

Parasail company was changing their sign and was signed up to go to a meeting next

month. Mr. Catchings indicated that the sign was already installed on the roof. Mr.

Murphy answered that it was but that it was covered up once the mistake was realized.

Mr. Lomenzo clarified that the roof sign was ok but that the ladder sign needed to be

changed. Mr. Murphy suggested in changing the ladder sign to black and white to match

the Thatcher Realty sign.

Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion to approve the application as amended to change the ladder

sign colors to black and white. Mr. Barber seconded. Application approved. Voted 4-0-0.

15. Dennis Community Housing Preservation Associates, LP – Proposed revisions to multi-

family residential project previously approved by OKH on 5/14/14. Revisions include;

site light pole fixtures, exterior window quantity and location, exterior paint color,

revision of one approved exterior door style at 812 East-West Dennis Road, Route 1340

South Dennis (M203-50)

Rick Fenuccio present. There were not any comments from abutters or the public.

Mr. Bohlin had no problem with the color changes. He indicated that the lighting plan

made it hard to understand what it would look like illuminated. Mr. Fenuccio indicated

that there would ne no light carry over to other properties and they would be on a

timer. The light would be the minimum light to meet saftely standards. Mr. Catchings

stated that he didn’t know enough about lighting and asked what the color temperature

would be. Mr. Fenuccio answered that they would be 5000 degree Kelvin, a fairly white

light. Was agreeable to change that to 3000 degrees which was a warmer white light.

Mr. Catchings agrees that a warmer temperature would be more appealing. Also

mentioned that the spec sheet says 6” exposure on clapboards but plan says 7”. Mr.

Fenuccio agreeed to change it back to 6”. Mr. Barber asked if the SLA light on the

perimeter of the road had a shield. Mr. Fenuccio stated that it did and that it only threw

light at the driveway, it was a forward throw fixture. Mr. Barber was concerned that it

was on a 20’ pole and ashed the height of the lantern. Mr. Funuccio answered that it

was 18” wide and 30”-36” tall with no glass. Mr. Lomenzo asked why it was 20’? Mr.

Fenuccio answered that if it was lowered many more fixtures would be needed because

they would have to be closer together than 50’-60’ apart. Mr. Lomenzo asked what the

height to the ridge was on the units. Mr. Fenuccio stated 27’ on one and 30’ on the

other. Mr. Lomenzo stated that the light poles would always be below the ridge at all

times and was concerned about the 20’ pole height because of light pollution but that it

wasn’t an issue because it was no longer an open field.

Motion:

Mr. Bohlin made a motion to approve the application as amended to change

temperature of the light from 5000 degrees to 3500 degrees and that the clapboard

exposure would change to 6”. Mr. Catchings seconded. Application approved. Voted 4-

0-0.

Continued Hearing:

Susan Harrington – Installation of solar panels at 22 Johnson Lane, Dennis (M348-28)

No one present still. Committee agreed that extension needs to be signed by Friday,

April 24, 2015 in order to continue it to the next meeting otherwise it will be denied

Motion:

Mr. Barber made a motion to continue the hearing to the next meeting contingent upon

a request for time extension. Mr. Catchings seconded. Application continued. Voted 4-0-

0.

Other Business (Complaints, Informals, General Information, Exemptions)

34 Kings Row: Asked for 6 month extension for porch and deck.

Motion:

Mr. Barber made a motion to continue the hearing to the next meeting contingent upon

a request for time extension. Mr. Bohlin seconded. Application continued. Voted 4-0-0.

Exemptions:

1. 442 Route 6A: Hitching posts on either side of driveway. Approved

2. 76 Calvin Drive: Approved 3. 67 Bakers Pond: Approved 4. 15 Donovan Way: Approved 5. 33 Hiram Lane: Approved 6. 2 Osborn Snow: Approved 7. 14 Pond Street: Committee requested plans scanned and emailed for further review. Mr. Barber asked that if it is required for the committee to go to the office to review

plans that it should be on a full application. Mr. Lomenzo said if the committee member

chose to go to the office to look at something within 48 hours it doesn’t mean it isn’t

exempt. Mr. Barber requested the plans for 14 Pond Street be scanned and emailed to

the committee and suggested that if the plans aren’t visible to discuss it at the meeting

or ask the applicant to fill out for a full application.

7 Featherbed Lane: Mr. Lomenzo asked about the landscaping plan that the committee

requested last meeting. Office staff to check on the status of the landscaping plan and if

an extension of time to perform was signed. Mr. Barber stated that he went to the

property and realized that the entire lot may have to be clear cut in order to do what

the applicant wanted to do. Certificate of Appropriateness cannot be approved until the

plan is submitted.

9 Center Street: Mr. Bohlin asked about the status and was under the impression that it

was a civil matter. Mr. Barber concurred that the Building Department determined that

it was a civil matter. Mr. Lomenzo asked the Building Inspector to determine from a

Historic standpoint on whether it violates the act. Rocks are not a structure and are

beyond the realm of the act. The committee agreed that it constitutes a change and

should be regulated somehow. Mr. Lomenzo requested a written determination of the

complaint.

Motion to Adjourn:

Made by Mr. Bohlin, seconded by Mr. Barber. MEETING ADJOURNED AT 8:03 PM. Voted 4-0-0

Chairman: _____________________________________________________

Dated: _____________

Town of Dennis



DATE: Wednesday, April 8, 2015 PRESENT:Chairman/Secretary (Acting)Bill Bohlin, Gary Barber, Alternate Phil Catchings ABSENT: Joshua Crowell, Peter Lomenzo STAFF: Kerry Barton CONVENED: 6pm

A public hearing was held in accordance with Chapter 470 of the Acts of 1973, as Amended, at Senior Center, 1045 Rt 134, South Dennis, on Wednesday, April 8 at 6:00 P.M. on the following applications for a Certificate of Appropriateness: Chairman: Elect a chairman for this meeting due to Peter Lomenzo’s absence. Motion made by Mr. Barber to elect Mr. Bohlin, seconded by Mr. Catchings. All in favor. Voted 3-0-0 Minutes:

3/25/15 – Review at April 22, 2015 Meeting

Regular Meeting:

1. Robert Chamberlain– Walk up ATM kiosk to be installed within the existing parking lot. The associated improvements will include the installation of a concrete pad, light poles and the ATM kiosk as well as asphalt and curb reconstruction at 1555 Main Street, Dennis (M378-18) There were no comments from abutters or the public. However, Mr. Bohlin read a letter that was emailed to Kerry Barton from a concerned neighbor. James Kinosian representing Stonefield Design of NJ, lead engineer for Bank of America. Mr. Kinosian presented project to board. Mr. Catchings states he would prefer to see ATM attached to a building, rather than free standing. He feels the plans presented are not consistent with the historic district. Mr. Barber questioned the lighting, how the light would be directed, he stated the red part of the building is considered to be a sign. Mr. Bohlin addressed the questions in the letter he read aloud from a concerned neighbor, in which Mr. Kinosian answered. ATM hours – 24/7. When will lights be on – dusk to dawn, depending on the time of the year. Will plantings be added – no. Mr. Bohlin feels the freestanding kiosk is not appropriate for the area, to many lights, and lights would be on all night long. Board members suggest to Mr. Kinosian to withdraw his application

without prejudice and file again when the project meets the requirements of the historic district.

Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion to withdraw application without prejudice. Mr. Catchings seconded. Application withdrawn. Voted 3-0-0

2. Barbara Wetzel– New single family home at 81 Jericho Road, Dennis (M385-39) There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Barber feels the plans are appropriate, clarified the west and south elevation on drawing is not showing more than 12” of concrete on the foundation. A Mr. Catchings state meets the requirements. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion to accept the application with the foundation not showing more than 12”. Mr. Catchings seconded. Application approved. Voted 3-0-0

3. Barbara Wetzel– New guest house/garage at 81 Jericho Road, Dennis (M385-39) There were no comments from abutters or the public. All board members state meets the requirements. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion to accept the application with the foundation not showing more than 12”. Mr. Catchings seconded. Application approved. Voted 3-0-0

4. Susan Harrington – Installation of solar panels at 22 Johnson Lane, Dennis (M348-28) There were no comments from abutters or the public. Entire board states meet the requirements. Andrew Wade from My Generation Corp representing the Harrington’s. Mr. Barber concerned lines are visible from solar panels, and wants to see the roof shingles be the same color as solar panels for the entire roof, would prefer in the rear of the house. Mr. Catchings wants to know if design would work on rear of home. Mr. Bohlin has same concerns as other board members. Mr. Wade states the panels are presented for this home in their best location. Mr. Bohlin will not approve on location of house because of the visibility of the solar panels. Mr. Barber would approve if solar panels are flat black. Mr. Catchings suggested taking a vote to withdraw the application. Mr. Wade asks if he can continue to next meeting and return with plans on a different location on the roof. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion to allow applicant to return to the next meeting on 4/22/15 with a new set of plans. Mr. Catchings seconded. Application to be continued to 4/22/15. Voted 3-0-0

5. Varnum Philbrook – Installation of solar panels on the barn at 107 Beach Street, Dennis (M327-20)

There were no comments from abutters or the public. All board members state meets the requirement of the act. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion to accept application. Mr. Catchings seconded. Application approved. Voted 3-0-0

6. Gail Hulse– Installation of solar panels at 35 Uncle Bills Way, South Dennis (M197-38) There were no comments from abutters or the public. All board members state meets the requirement of the act. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion to accept application. Mr. Catchings seconded. Application approved. Voted 3-0-0

7. Don Weagle - Installation of a double sided sign at 667 Main Street, RT 6A, Dennis (M330-8) There were no comments from abutters or the public. All board members state meets the requirement of the act.

Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion to accept application. Mr. Catchings seconded. Application approved. Voted 3-0-0

8. Marisa and Joseph Biehl – Remove addition on north side, remove chimney, move and replace windows and doors, replace siding, roof, trim and add a screened in porch at 10 Fiord Drive, South Dennis (M172-161) There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Bohlin read the complaint filed against the property owner for removing the addition without a building permit. All board members state meets the requirement of the act.

Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion to accept application. Mr. Catchings seconded. Application approved. Voted 3-0-0


1. 7 Featherbed – Discussion from entire board that homeowner must remove all of the

trees previously discussed in order to create the hill in the back yard. Entire board

would like to see a landscape plan.

Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion to have Kerry Barton contact owners and submit a landscape plan at a regular meeting. Mr. Catchings seconded. Voted 3-0-0

2. Mr. Barber informed the board the Brian Florence would like to see board members go to sites on their own time and get away from doing site visits that need to be posted for the public.

Motion to Adjourn:

Made by Mr. Barber, seconded by Mr.Catchings. MEETING ADJOURNED AT 7:18 PM. Voted 3-0-0

Chairman: _____________________________________________________

Dated: __________________

Town of Dennis



DATE: Wednesday, March 25, 2015 PRESENT:Chairman/Secretary (Acting)Bill Bohlin, Joshua Crowell, Gary Barber, Alternate Phil Catchings ABSENT: Peter Lomenzo STAFF: Kerry Barton CONVENED: 6pm

A public hearing was held in accordance with Chapter 470 of the Acts of 1973, as Amended, at Senior Center, 1045 Rt 134, South Dennis, on Wednesday, March 25 at 6:00 P.M. on the following applications for a Certificate of Appropriateness: Chairman: Elect a chairman for this meeting due to Peter Lomenzo’s absence. Motion made by Mr. Barber to elect Mr. Bohlin, seconded by Mr. Catchings. All in favor. Voted 3-0-0 Minutes:

3/11/15 – Read and accepted. Motion made by Mr. Crowell, 2nd by Mr. Barber

Continued Meeting:

1. Mike and Susan Gormley – Construct an addition as per plans, replace windows in the existing house, remove and replace existing roofing and sidewall shingles at 133 Bay Ridge Drive, South Dennis (M196-5) There were no comments from abutters or the public. All board members state meets the requirements. Meeting was continued due to wrong parcel number posted in newspaper. Motion: Mr. Catchings made a motion to approve as submitted. Mr. Crowell seconded. All in favor 4.0.0

Regular Meeting:

1. Ray Gallup – Installation of solar panels on roof at 47 Old Town Lane, Dennis (M392-9)

There were no comments from abutters. Public – Mr. John Baca spoke in favor of project. Mr. Joe Hackler representing client from Cotuit Solar. Mr. Catchings wants to know if you will see silver lines. Mr. Hackler states no. Mr. Catchings feels the project does not meet the requirements of the act due to a visual standpoint. Mr. Barber would like to see all flat black panels, but meets the requirement of the act. Mr. Crowell states meet the requirements of the act. Motion: Mr. Crowell made a motion to accept the application as submitted. Mr. Barber seconded. Application approved. Voted 4-0-0

2. Acardia Realty Trust – Construct and relocate a new sign, meeting sign code requirements. Repaint exterior of building white, add black shutters and add two window awnings at 700 Route 6A, Dennis (M330-3) There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Barber confirms colors of the sign, building and shutters. He states meets requirements of the act. Mr. Crowell meets requirements of the act. Mr. Catchings would like shutters removed and no print on the awnings. Mr. Bohlin would like to see shutters removed, but ok with awnings. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion to accept the application as presented without shutters. Mr. Crowell seconded. Application approved. Voted 3-1-0 (Mr. Catchings opposed)

3. Samuel Thurston – Construct standard 10’x12’ storage shed, dipped w/c shingles, 4 walls, weather wood architectural roof, white pvc trim at 103 Horsefoot Path, Dennis (M344-50) There were no comments from abutters or the public. Entire board states meet the requirements. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion to accept the application as presented. Mr. Crowell seconded. Application approved. Voted 4-0-0

4. Sea Shore Homes, Inc. – Construct new single family style home at 7 Featherbed, Dennis (M332-1) There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Bohlin would like to see shutters or a chimney added to the plan to break up the lines of the house. Homeowner states it is a Nantucket Style home and shutters and chimney do not go on this style. Entire board states the house meets the requirements of the act. Mr. Barber is concerned with the lot clearing. The rest of the board agrees and has concerns with

what is being cleared on the lot. Applicant and board agree to do a site visit prior to any clear cutting of the lot. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion to accept application as presented with the owner to tag trees that would not be cut and the board will go out for a site visit. Mr. Crowell seconded. Application approved. Voted 4-0-0

5. Mark Albonesi – Demolition of wood rear deck, addition of 14’x20’ family room with a 10’x18’ screened in room and a 12’x16’ deck at 14 Lady Slipper Lane, South Dennis (M261-64) There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Barber would like to see columns on front entrance be smaller. Applicant agrees to put in 8” columns instead of 10” columns. All board members state meets the requirement of the act. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion to accept application with 8” columns installed. Mr. Crowell seconded. Application approved. Voted 4-0-0

6. Baca Realty Trust- Construction of a new single family residence, one story as shown on plans at 133 (Lot #1) Airline Road, South Dennis (M219-37) There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Crowell states meet the requirement of the act. Mr. Barber confirms with owner that casement windows will have the grills to make them look like double hung windows, owner states yes. Mr. Barber confirmed circle around home to be cleared and asks that if he clears more he would come before the board for approval. Mr. Bohlin would like to see double hung windows on the home instead of casement windows, shutters and/or a chimney put on the home. Homeowner states double hung windows and chimney are not energy efficient and would like to install casement windows for the R value. Mr. Bohlin states the board is concerned with the look for the district not the energy efficacy of the homes and would not like to set a precedent of casement windows for homes in the area. Mr. Barber states he feels that a precedent would not be set and the set back of the home with the vegetation still in place, the house is not seen at all. Mr. Crowell also feels there will not be a precedent set in approving the casement windows. Mr. Catchings ask owner to put in a fake chimney.

Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion to accept application as presented. Mr. Crowell seconded. Application approved. Voted 4-0-0

7. Marion Pauline – R & R siding w/white cedar (cape cod grey), R & R exterior trim w/azek PVC, R & R windows w/Anderson 6/6 to match existing, R & R side steps w/azek (slate

grey) decking w/azek white railing system, R & R existing shower enclosure w/azek (white) at 127 Taunton Ave, Dennis (M322-31) There were no comments from abutters or the public. All board members state meets the requirement of the act.

Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion to accept application w/replacing both doors. Mr. Crowell seconded. Application approved. Voted 4-0-0

8. Mara and Nathan Whipple – Construct a new 12’x16’ pine shed at 6 Chandler Drive, South Dennis (M177-58) There were no comments from abutters or the public. Entire board states meet the requirements. Motion: Mr. Catchings made a motion to accept application as presented. Mr. Crowell seconded. Application approved. Voted 4-0-0


Motion to Adjourn:

Made by Mr. Barber, seconded by Mr. Catchings. MEETING ADJOURNED AT 7:18 PM. Voted 4-0-0

Chairman: _____________________________________________________

Dated: __________________

Town of Dennis



DATE: Wednesday, March 11, 2015 PRESENT:Chairman/Secretary Peter Lomenzo, Joshua Crowell, Gary Barber ABSENT: Frank Ciambriello, Bill Bohlin, Alternate Phil Catchings STAFF: Kerry Barton CONVENED: 6pm

A public hearing was held in accordance with Chapter 470 of the Acts of 1973, as Amended, at Dennis Town Office, 485 Main Street, South Dennis, on Wednesday, March 11at 6:00 P.M. on the following applications for a Certificate of Appropriateness: Minutes:

2/25/15

Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion to accept minutes as written, Mr. Lomenzo seconded. MINUTES APPROVED. Voted 3-0

Regular Meeting:

1. Judy Wilson– Install solar panels on rear of house at 20 Compass Lane, Dennis (M334-42) There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Barber stated meets the requirements. Motion: Mr. Crowell made a motion to accept application, Mr. Barber seconded. Application approved. Voted 3-0

2. Jerry & Linda Nolan – Addition 12’ x 19’ to rear of house at 91 Kings Row Drive, East Dennis (M337-41) Nancy Seaman of 40 Settles Lane, inquired about the project. Eric Sali explained the project and stated the deck would be an addition. Mr. Crowell stated meets the requirements. Mr. Barber inquired about the window on right elevation, was explained to him it was a kitchen window. Motion:

Mr. Barber made a motion to accept application with deck written in on application, Mr. Crowell seconded. Application approved. Voted 3-0

3. Yvonne Pojani – Install new windows, door, roofing, siding and trim at 206 Beach Street,

Dennis (M346-49) There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Eric Tolley representing owners. Mr. Barber questioned front roof panel, is the trim the same? Mr. Tolley stated trim is azek trim, the same. Mr. Crowell stated meets the requirements. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion to accept application, Mr. Crowell seconded. Application approved. Voted 3-0

4. Fred Fucci – Change screened in porch to a four season room with a half bath, laundry

and small sun room at 1 Westwind Drive, Dennis (M334-75) There were no comments from abutters or the public Mr. Barber and Mr. Crowell stated meets the requirement. Motion: Mr. Crowell made a motion to accept the application, Mr. Barber seconded. Application approved. Voted 3-0

5. Chace Living Trust-Carol Chace – Install solar panels on roof of house at 15 Pavian Way, Dennis (M261-8) There were no comments from abutters or the public Mr. Barber and Mr. Crowell stated meets the requirement. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion to accept application, Mr. Crowell seconded. Application approved. Voted 3-0

6. David San Clemente – Construct a two car garage with a bonus room above at 33 Dunes View Road, East Dennis (M345-92) There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Barber suggested changing the garage doors to panel not flat, owners in agreement. Mr. Crowell is concerned with the three story look of the home; he feels it takes away from the salt box look. Mr. Lomenzo agreed with Mr. Crowell statement, but after her visited the site, he felt the setbacks were sufficient and appropriate because of the location and feels it meets the requirements of the act. Mr. Crowell stated the proportions of the house are pleasing to the eye, but the addition takes away from the look. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion to approve the application with the four panel garage doors, instead of the flat, Mr. Lomenzo seconded. Application approved. Voted 2-0. Mr. Crowell opposed.

7. Sean & Kerry Slater – Install replacement windows in four units, door replacements at 2 Charles Street, South Dennis (M184-30)

There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Barber clarified the type of windows being installed. Mr. Crowell stated meets the requirements. Motion: Mr. Crowell made a motion to accept the application, Mr. Barber seconded. Application approved. Voted 3-0

8. Alfred & Annette Manella – Demolition of existing structure at 24 Horsefoot Path, Dennis (M345-145) There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Barber and Mr. Crowell stated meets the requirement. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion to accept application, Mr. Crowell seconded. Application approved. Voted 3-0

9. Alfred & Annette Manella – Construct a new single family home at 24 Horsefoot Path, Dennis (M345-145) There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Lomenzo read a letter from an abutter in favor of project. Mr. Barber suggested putting a faux chimney on the house. Owners were in agreement. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion to accept application with the faux chimney, with a drawing to be submitted by Friday March 13, 2015, Mr. Crowell seconded. Application approved. Voted 3-0


1. New Certificate of Exemption for Solar Panels – All board members approved.

Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion to accept, Mr. Crowell seconded. All in favor. Voted

3-0

2. 10 Fiord Drive, SD – Members of board were given a Certificate of Exemption by the

owner. Board is in agreement the owner must submit A Certificate of Appropriateness.

Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion to accept, Mr. Crowell seconded. All in favor. Voted

3-0

3. Acting Chairman- Mr. Lomenzo will be absent for the next two meeting. Mr. Crowell

nominated Mr. Bohlin to replace him as chairman.

Motion: Mr. Crowell made a motion for Mr. Bohlin to replace Mr. Lomenzo as

chairman, Mr. Barber seconded. All in favor. Voted 3-0

Motion to Adjourn:

Made by Mr. Crowell, seconded by Mr. Barber. MEETING ADJOURNED AT 6:42 PM. Voted 3-0

Chairman Signature: __________________________Date:____________

Town of Dennis



DATE: Wednesday, February 25, 2015 PRESENT:Chairman/Secretary Peter Lomenzo, Frank Ciambriello, Bill Bohlin, Gary Barber PRESENT: Alternate Phil Catchings ABSENT: Joshua Crowell STAFF: Kerry Barton CONVENED: 6pm

A public hearing was held in accordance with Chapter 470 of the Acts of 1973, as Amended, at Senior Center, 1045 Rt 134, South Dennis, on Wednesday, February 25 at 6:00 P.M. on the following applications for a Certificate of Appropriateness: Minutes:

2/11/15

Discussion: Mr. Ciambriello wanted to clarify if the minutes needed to be written

verbatim or a synopsis of the conversation. Mr. Lomenzo stated the minutes were never

written verbatim.

Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion to accept with correction of oppposed votes, secretary to write which board member opposed, seconded by Mr. Barber, to accept the minutes as presented, with changes of opposed vote being added to minutes. MINUTES APPROVED. Voted 5-0

Continued Meetings:

1. John Collins – Alterations, doors at 40 93 Country Circle, South Dennis (M172-9)) There were not comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Barber asked if the door in question was the round one. Toward the street? Contractor stated no. Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, Mr. Catchings seconded. Application approved. Voted 5-0

2. Robert Perry - Garage addition at 500 Setucket Road, East Dennis (M292-1)

There were not comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Ciambriello questioned the box on application for demo, after discussion, the box did not have to be checked for partial demo because no demolition to frame. All board members stated meet the requirements. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion and Mr. Bohlin seconded. Application approved. Voted 5-0

3. Mark Lacava- Installation of 16 x 22 shed at 42 Island Street, East Dennis (M319-11) There were not comments from abutters or the public. Meet requirements of all board members. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion, Mr. Bohlin seconded. Application approved. Voted 5-0

4. Vincent Piro – New single family dwelling, pool, pool cabana, pool fencing at 10 Shiverick Road, East Dennis (M410-10) There were not comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Roy gave all board members new packet of specs for the project and landscape and site plan is now the same scale. A letter from John and Ann Brady, abutters, was read for their approval of the project. Mr. Bohlin suggested cedar trees be saved in the front of the property for the time being, and taken down and replaced via an amendment in the future. Mr. Roy stated he would not like to keep cedar trees and he would replace with other vegetation, like Leland cypresses. Mr. Catchings had no questions. Mr. Ciambriello stated landscape plan was adequate for the home and feels the house is the showcase of the property and that the house blends in with the neighborhood. Mr. Barber stated he likes the 3D house plans and meets the requirement. Mr. Lorenzo requested the overall length and width of house, which Mr. Roy provided. He stated the added vegetation to the landscape plan was a positive and would like to see vegetation along the fence facing Shiverick. Mr. Roy stated roses would be planted along the fence along with other vegetation. .Board members in agreement that new 3D plans, added shutters and other changes were appreciated. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion to accept with the addition of the vegetation is installed in front of the pool fence facing Shiverick. Mr. Catchings seconded. Application approved. Voted 5-0

5. Philomena Kelley Nominee Trust – New single family dwelling at 73 Chandler Drive, South Dennis (M164-15) There were not comments from abutters or the public. Entire board states meet the requirements.

Motion: Mr. Ciambriello made a motion. Mr. Barber seconded. Application approved. Voted 5-0

Regular Meeting:

1. Jennifer Bullock – Install 4’ vertical picket fence at 11 Fairway Drive, South Dennis (M264-6) No show from the applicant or contractor of project. There were not comments from abutters or the public. Entire board states meet the requirements. Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion to approve with the owner to sign the Statement of Understanding form by 2/25/15. Mr. Barber seconded. Application approved. Voted 5-0

2. Richard and Ann Royce – Addition of 8’x20’ porch on front of house at 21 Jilma Drive, South Dennis (M336-62) There were not comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Barber asked the full length of the porch. Mr. Bohlin wanted to see elevation and wanted to know if shutters were staying on front of house, applicant stated yes. Mr. Catchings no questions. Mr. Ciambriello wanted the fascia’s to be lowered so it would not be so prominent. Applicant stated they are, just not clear in drawings. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion to accept with the shutters staying on front of house, with the applicant to cross off in red the post in front of the windows on the plan. Mr. Bohlin seconded. Application approved. Voted 5-0

3. Joe Steele and Robert Teahan – Remove and replace siding at 1369A Rt. 134, East Dennis (M359-6) There were not comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Bohlin asked to see a sample of Sea Grass, Mr. Oman showed him the sample, said meets the requirements. Mr. Catchings stated meets the requirement. Mr. Ciambriello wants the 5” exposure to weather be put on the application, meets the requirements. Mr. Barber meets the requirements. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion to accept with 5” exposure to weather is written on application, Mr. Bohlin seconded. Application approved. Voted 5-0

4. Mr. Lomenzo asked to her application #5 before application #4. All agreed. Joe Steele and Robert Teahan – Demolition at 1369B Rt. 134, East Dennis (M359-6) There were not comments from abutters or the public. Entire board states meet the requirements.

Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion to accept, Mr. Barber seconded. Application approved. Voted 5-0

5. Joe Steele and Robert Teahan – New Dwelling at 1369B Rt. 134, East Dennis (M359-6) There were not comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Ciambriello likes the front porch. Mr. Barber asked about the cedar impressions. Mr. Bohlin and Mr. Catchings state meets the requirement. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion that application state front elevation and remove clapboards and state cedar impressions. Mr. Ciambriello seconded. Application approved. Voted 5-0

6. Mike and Susan Gormley – Construct addition, replace windows, remove and replace roof and sidewall at 133 Bay Ridge Drive, South Dennis (M196-4) Kerry Barton, Historic Secretary, did not advertise this property correctly in the newspaper; continue to 3/25/15 meeting. Board did discuss project. Mr. Barber would like shutters marked on the plan. Mr. Oman states chimney on existing house is being removed and 10’x20’ room will be built with no chimney. Mr. Catchings and Mr. Ciambriello state meets the requirements. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion continue to next meeting, and to accept application with Mr. Oman drawing in the shutters on the plan and write in the demo description for the chimney at the next meeting. Mr. Bohlin seconded. Voted 5-0

7. Daly Trust – Addition of existing master bedroom at 33 Bay Ridge Drive, South Dennis (M196-79) No show from the applicant or contractor of project. There were not comments from abutters or the public. Entire board states meet the requirements. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion to approve with the owner to sign the Statement of Understanding form by 2/25/15. Mr. Bohlin seconded. Application approved. Voted 5-0 Contractor came in to meeting at 7:15 pm and signed the Statement of Understanding form.


1. Shed Exemption – 51 Mariner, East Dennis (M334-19)

Entire board approved.

2. Memorandum – Mr. Lomenzo read the Memorandum dated 2/25/15. Original portion

of memorandum was from Laurie Barr written on 7/2/15 and 2/25/15 amended portion

to the entire board. All board members stated they had the chance to read the

amended memorandum. Mr. Ciambriello states he is computer literate and would like

Kerry, the Historic Secretary, to call him when there are exemptions to be seen at the

office, like Laurie Barr used to do for him. He stated he was never informed of the

change in policy. He stated he was not present for that vote of change because he was

recuperating from his knee surgery. Mr. Lomenzo stated he was informed and that he

personally went to his home. Mr. Lomenzo stated to board if you do not receive the

attachments or emails in regards to exemptions, you cannot vote. This policy was

amended for the better of the public and was amended for Mr. Ciambriello. Mr.

Ciambriello stated that he is not saying he will not comply with the amendment

because he doesn’t want to, but that he is unable to receive emails and correspondence

thru the computer due to inability to retrieve them off the computer. Mr. Lomenzo

stated that the Mr. Ciambriello go to the building department and speak with Mr. Brian

Florence and ask him directly to have his staff make phone calls to him in regards to

exemptions or any other correspondence received by the OKH staff via email.

Motion:

Mr. Bohlin made a motion to accept the new amended memorandum of 2/25/15, Mr.

Barber seconded. Voted 4-0-1 (Mr. Ciambriello abstained)

3. Substitute Chairman – Mr. Lomenzo requested a vote to substitute another board

member for the chairman position at the regional OKH meetings.

Motion:

Mr. Barber made a motion for Mr. Bohlin to replace Mr. Lomenzo, Mr. Catchings

seconded. Voted 4-0-1 (Mr. Ciambriello abstained)

4. 13 Joy Lane - Mr. Bohlin asked about this property. Mr. Lomenzo state it had been

demoed without a permit. Board to investigate.

Motion:

Mr. Bohlin made a motion to submit a request of an investigation for 13 Joy Lane. Mr.

Barber seconded. Voted 5-0

Motion to Adjourn:

Made by Mr. Bohlin, seconded by Mr. Barber. MEETING ADJOURNED AT 7:21 PM. Voted 5-0-0

Town of Dennis



DATE: Wednesday, February 11, 2015 PRESENT:Chairman/Secretary Peter Lomenzo, Frank Ciambriello, Joshua Crowell, Bill Bohlin, Gary Barber PRESENT: Alternate Phil Catchings STAFF: Kerry Barton CONVENED: 6pm

A public hearing was held in accordance with Chapter 470 of the Acts of 1973, as Amended, at Senior Center, 1045 Rt 134, South Dennis, on Wednesday, February 11 at 6:00 P.M. on the following applications for a Certificate of Appropriateness: Minutes:

1/14/15

Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion to accept with correction of Mr. Catchings being “Present”, seconded by Mr. Crowell, to accept the minutes as presented. MINUTES APPROVED. Voted 5-0

Continued Meetings: Mr. Catchings abstained for every vote for the entire meeting

1. Amy Hemmings – Alterations to fence at 40 Hickory Lane, South Dennis (M177-3) There were not comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Ciambriello stated he felt 6’ fence was to encasing. Would like to see fence moved in around the property lines. Mr. Barber reiterated exactly where 6’ fence would face on property, with 4’ returns from the house. He was fine with the improvements made to the application. Mr. Bohlin agreed with Mr. Barber. Mr. Crowell concurred with Mr. Barber. Mr. Lomenzo clarified black lines on plans. Mr. Ciambriello reiterated that he would like the sections of fence to be shortened and rearranged on property. Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, Mr. Barber seconded to accept new plans as presented. Application approved. Voted 4-1 (Frank Ciambriello opposed)

2. Ryan & Cora Leigh Bridgeman- Addition & Alterations (replace windows) at 14 Whig Street, Dennis (M328-52) There were not comments from the public. Abutter at 18 Whig Street supported the owners with their project and wanted to make sure the buffer would remain the same between the residences. Owners made changes since last site visit to right side elevation they would remove overhang and put on window boxes. Mr. Ciambriello mentioned changes well done and ok with them. Mr. Barber was ok with the new plans and was happy to see the addition was much smaller than on the plans. Mr. Bohlin said meets requirements. Mr. Crowell was grateful for the changes, was not crazy about the look, but meets requirements. Mr. Lomenzo appreciated the adjustments made and the site visit looks good. Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion and Mr. Ciambriello seconded with the owners to not remove any vegetation by the driveway. Application approved. Voted 5-0

3. Murphy Realty Trust- Install solar panels at 65 Grassy Pond Drive, East Dennis (M232-8)

There were not comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Barber wanted to make sure no A/C units were in the front. Wants written on the plan that street is on the MP1 side. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion, Mr. Bohlin seconded with the application to state where the street side is on plan. Application approved. Voted 5-0

4. Mark Lacava – Installation of 16x22 Shed at 42 Island Street, East Dennis (M319-11) Applicant submitted Extension of Time to 2/25/15 Meeting. All approved.

5. Jeanette Kehoe – Alterations of vinyl siding replacing cedar siding at 3 Old Chatham Road, South Dennis (M200-42) There were not comments from abutters or the public. Mark Baker to represent Mrs. Kehoe. Mr. Ciambriello asked what the exposure was, Mr. Baker stated 4”. Motion: Mr. Crowell made a motion, Mr. Barber seconded with the exposure to be 4” to weather. Application approved. Voted 5-0

6. OM LLC – Addition at 18 Nobscussett Road, Dennis (M329-2). There were not comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Crowell stated very tasteful, keeping with the style. Mr. Catching inquired about for sale sign on property. Mr. Ciambriello questioned the drawing, stating not marked with the new addition. Front elevation he wants marked on plan. Otherwise ok with application. Mr. Barber meets requirements. Mr. Bohlin wants the front elevation sky light crossed out on plan for the front of the house. Motion: Mr. Crowell made a motion, Mr. Bohlin seconded with the front elevation not to have any skylights in front of the house. Application approved. Voted 5-0

7. Meridian Family Limited Partners – Sign board on existing ladder sign at 860 Route 134, South Dennis (M218-26) There were not comments from abutters or the public. Amendment to sign. Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, Mr. Barber seconded. Approved application. Voted 5-0

8. Mr. & Mrs. John Collins – Alterations, doors at 93 Country Circle, South Dennis (M172-9). Applicant not present

9. Michael Bronchuk – Addition and removal of left gable wall at 16 Cliff Street, Dennis (M225- 66) There were not comments from abutters or the public. K & S Design representing owners. Mr. Barber clarified where the step down was on plan. Mr. Bohlin concerned with exposure of foundation. Satisfied it will be a 12’ reveal. Mr. Crowell meets requirements. Mr. Ciambriello likes the addition that matches style of existing house. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion, Mr. Crowell seconded. Application approved. Voted 5-0

10. Paul Sullivan – Alteration (add window with awning and shutters to match) at 766 Main Street, Dennis (M351-7) Move to the end of the meeting

11. Arthur Sisko – Alterations (Windows and Slider) at 44 Sycamore Lane, South Dennis (M177- 9) There were not comments from abutters or the public. Entire board stated meets the requirements. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion, Mr. Crowell seconded. Application approved. Voted 5-0

12. Finbarr Corr – Solar Panels at 36 Island Street, South Dennis (M319-12) There were not comments from abutters or the public. Entire board states meet the requirements.

Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, Mr. Barber seconded. Application approved. Voted 5-0

13. Michael & Nanette Vitali – Demolition of existing house at 50 Horsefoot Path, Dennis (M345-102) There were not comments from abutters or the public. Entire board states meet the requirements. Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, Mr. Barber seconded. Application approved. Voted 5-0

14. Michael & Nanette Vitali – Single Family Dwelling at 50 Horsefoot Path, Dennis (M345-102) There were not comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Lomenzo clarified the set back of garage to front of house. Entire board states meet the requirements. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion, Mr. Bohlin seconded. Application approved. Voted 5-0

15. Mark & Wendy Thurmond – Demolition of existing house at 90 Shore Drive, Dennis (M365- 13) Mr. Lomenzo stepped down. There were not comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Catchings asked when demo would take place, Rob stated April. Mr. Crowell read a letter from an abutter, Evelyn Jenkins, with concerns of noise control and stated a 9 am start would be appreciated for her renters and herself. Rob stated he would adhere to the town bylaws of 7 am – 5 pm to perform the work. Mr. Ciambriello stated that noise control is not the board’s jurisdiction and owner should take concerns directly to the town. Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, Mr. Barber seconded. Application approved. Vote 5-0 (Mr. Catching voted, due to Mr. Lomenzo stepped down)

16. Mark & Wendy Thurmond – Single Family Dwelling at 90 Shore Drive, Dennis (M365-13) Mr. Lomenzo stepped down. There were not comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Barber asked what type of windows was on front door. Rob stated they were dimpled square glass panels. Mr. Barber was concerned with lattice work on right and left side of house and oval window. Rob explained lattice work on right side was to hide an entrance and left was to make the house look uniform, owner wanted oval window. Mr. Bohlin would like to see lattice work go all the way to the ground on both sides of house, also does not like oval and moon windows, but will be ok with them on the plan. Mr. Catching in agreement with lattice work to go all the way to the ground. Mr. Ciambriello would like to see lattice work on both side of house removed and replaced with solid walls. He asked if lattice work was for growing vines. Rob stated no. Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, Mr. Barber seconded with the lattice work on both sides of the house to go all the way to the ground or replace with solid walls. Application approved. Voted 5-0

Regular Meeting:

Mr. Lomenzo returned to Chairman.

1. Shawn Dahstrom – Alterations (Remove T-111 siding and brick on front alcove and replace with white cedar shingles and remove existing slider and install 9 lite fiberglass entry door) at 38 Indian Field Drive, East Dennis (M342-9) There were not comments from abutters or the public. Entire board states meet the requirements. Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, Mr. Barber seconded. Application approved. Voted 5-0

2. Charles & Mariane Broadhurst – Demolition at 38 Partridge Road, Dennis (M369-20) Mr. Lomenzo stepped down. There were not comments from abutters or the public. Entire board states meet the requirements. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion, Mr. Bohlin seconded. Application approved. Voted 5-0 (Mr. Catchings voted)

3. Charles & Mariane Broadhurst – New Single Family Dwelling at 38 Partridge Road, Dennis (M369-20) Mr. Lomenzo stepped down. There were not comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Ciambriello states very nice with the exception of the front gable end. He feels there are too many architecture designs going on and gables need to be straight rather than flared. Mr. Barber wanted to clarify that 2’ gable end is what the overhang is. Yes it is 2’. On the site plan it show two driveways, he would like to see second driveway gone. Mr. Bohlin agrees with Mr. Ciambriello on front gable end, wants the exposed foundation of 18” to become 12” exposure by bringing down the shingles. Mr. Ciambriello states two driveways are typical for this neighborhood. Mr. Bohlin clarifies the window schedule, no sky lights. Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, Mr. Crowell seconded to be accepted as presented but to eliminate the curves on the second floor to straight angles. Application accepted. Voted 5-0 (Mr. Catchings voted) Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion, Mr. Bohlin seconded. Application approved. Voted 5-0 (Mr. Catchings voted)

4. Philomena Kelley Nominee Trust – New Single Family Dwelling at 73 Chandler Drive, South Dennis (M164-15)

Mr. Lomenzo is back as Chairman. Applicant filed an Extension of Time to the 2/25/15 Meeting. All approved.

5. Louis & Shannon Bottari – Demolition at 14 East Bay View, Dennis (M346-59) There were not comments from abutters or the public. Entire board states meet the requirements. Motion: Mr. Bohlin made motion, Mr. Crowell seconded. Application approved. Voted 5-0

6. Jason Grey – Solar Panels at 12 Acorn Road, Dennis (M263-13) Amy Kelly of 18 Acorn Road spoke in regards to project and gave her full support. No other abutters or comments from the public. Nila Miller presented modification of application for home owner. Mr. Bohlin likes first application better, but feels solar panels on front of house are not appropriate. The entire board agrees with Mr. Bohlin. Jason Grey spoke and proposed re-roofing the entire roof to black to match the black solar panels. Everyone on board, except Mr. Ciambriello, agreed proposal was suitable. Mr. Ciambriello would like to see trees cut back to allow sunlight in rear of property and solar panels installed on rear of house. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion, Mr. Bohlin seconded motion with the entire roof be resurfaced with black shingles to match (conceal) the black solar panels. Application approved. Voted 4-1 (Frank Ciambriello opposed)

7. Vincent Piro – New Single Family Dwelling, pool, pool cabana, and pool fencing at 10 Shiverick Road, East Dennis (M410-10) There were not comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Roy representing homeowners with revised plans with elevation changes and chimney for the cape style home. Mr. Crowell stated the lot was in need of a lot of clearing and he was satisfied with the application. Mr. Ciambriello disclosed he had a discussion of property with Mr. Roy and he was also in agreeance with Mr. Crowell that application looked good. Mr. Barber confirmed with Mr. Roy that the trees on the perimeter on the left side of the street would be staying and the right side of the home trees would be removed and replaced according to the landscape plan. He would like to see fewer fences on the landscape plan. Confirmed with Mr. Roy a picket fence along the driveway would be installed with a black chain link fence along the other side of the property. Mr. Bohlin felt the front elevation needed shutters to dress up the front of the home. Mr. Lomenzo felt the home was too large of a structure in length, that clearing the lot destroys the natural landscape; the driveway was massive and inappropriate for a home in the historical district. The front pillar and gable end were also not appropriate for the historic district. Lighting was not placed correctly and not to scale on the landscape plan. Removing all of the trees for a driveway of this size was a waste. Was concerned with the pool area and the specs of the pool house. Mr. Barber would like to see the site and landscape plans be in the same scale. Mr. Roy stated the house meets the town regulations of how much area on the property can be used for the structures. Mr. Lomenzo wanted the application to be filled out entirely with all dimensions. Mr. Roy stated parking was difficult on Shiverick Road and therefore the driveway would be used to accommodate the vehicles from parking in the road, the location of the house was due to a utility pole in the center of the property, pool is located for the most sunlight, elevation changes around pool, therefore only a 4’ fence would be used. Front right corner has a depression, which they will create a rain garden to re-vegetate the buffer zone and stated the garage doors do not face the street, there house may look long. Mr. Barber suggested changing the siding under the overhang to v-groove. Mr. Bohlin was very concerned with going in and clear cutting the entire lot. Mr. Roy stated nowhere does it says you must submit a landscape plan or that tree removal is needed for an approval to develop a

new home. Mr. Lomenzo stated that clear cutting a property changes the setting and it would no longer be a historical setting. He is concerned with the pool, pool cabana and the driveway on the proposed property. Mr. Ciambriello stated the 3500’ home is in the perimeter by the town bylaws for this lot and that the house is architecturally typical of the area. Mr. Crowell stated years ago that the entire area was clear cut farm land, we must be cautious to keep the historical component and not have our personal preference interfere with the board decisions. The board debated back and forth on all of the issues that were of concern with the application present. Mr. Lomenzo suggests a site visit. Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion; Mr. Barber seconded motion to continue to next meeting, February 25

th after a site visit with

the board and the builder. Vote 4-1 (Frank Ciambriello opposed)

8. Robert Perry – Garage Addition at 500 Shetucket Road, East Dennis (M292-1) Applicant filed an Extension of Time to the 2/25/15 Meeting. All approved.

9. Barbara Wetzel – Demolition of existing house at 81 Jericho Road, Dennis (M385-39) There were not comments from abutters or the public. Entire board states meet the requirements. Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, Mr. Barber seconded. Application approved. Vote 5-0

10. Barbara Wetzel – Demolition of existing guest house at 81 Jericho Road, Dennis (M385- 39)

There were not comments from abutters or the public. Entire board states meet the requirements. Motion: Mr. Crowell made a motion, Mr. Bohlin seconded. Application approved. Vote 5-0

11. Barbara Wetzel – Demolition of existing garage at 81 Jericho Road, Dennis (M385-39) There were not comments from abutters or the public. Entire board states meet the requirements. Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, Mr. Barber seconded. Application approved. Vote 5-0

12. Spalding Family Nominee Trust – Additions and alterations (Covered entryway addition, laundry addition, 3 dormers, windows, doors, siding, roofing, trim as needed) at 86 Harbor Road, East Dennis (M419-6) There were not comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Barber states he has worked with Gary and Nordy in the past. Mr. Bohlin wants the box checked for partial demolition on the application. Entire board states meet the requirements. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion; Mr. Ciambriello seconded motion with the box checked for partial demolition. Application approved. Voted 5-0

13. Dennis Union Church- New Sign at 713 Main Street (M330-17) Mr. Crowell stepped down. There were not comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Catchings like the old sign. Mr. Barber confirmed colors with Sue Schofield; she stated the sign white, letters and symbol black. All board members approved and meet requirements. Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, Mr. Ciambriello seconded. Application approved. Voted 5-0 (Mr. Catching voted)

14. Paul Sullivan- Replace existing building and post signs at 766 Main Street (M351-7)

There were not comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Catchings would like to see the shadow effect gone on the lettering of the new sign. Chuck from Betterwood Homes inquired if the owner decided to change the name of business, does that require a new hearing? Mr. Lomenzo suggests filing an Exempt first to see if board would approve. Entire board states meet the requirements. Motion:

Mr. Ciambriello made a motion; Mr. Barber seconded it with the lettering to not have a shadowing and to match existing sign. Application approved. Voted 5-0

15. Paul Sullivan – Alteration (add window with awning and shutters to match) at 766 Main Street, Dennis (M351-7) There were not comments from abutters or the public. Entire board states meet the requirements Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion, Mr. Crowell seconded. Application approved. Voted 5-0


Old Business – approved.

Mr. Ciambriello wanted to clarify that Mr. Catchings could not vote as an alternate board member. He wanted to let everyone

know why he abstained from every vote. Mr. Lomenzo verified that he could not vote according to the by-laws, if five members

are presence, there is a maximum of five votes.

Motion to Adjourn:

Made by Mr. Barber, seconded by Mr. Crowell. MEETING ADJOURNED AT 9:26 PM. Voted 6-0-0

Town of Dennis



DATE: Wednesday, January 14, 2015 PRESENT:Chairman/Secretary Peter Lomenzo, Frank Ciambriello, Joshua Crowell, Bill Bohlin, Gary Barber, Alternate Phill Catchings ABSENT: STAFF: Samantha Moir CONVENED: 6pm

A public hearing was held in accordance with Chapter 470 of the Acts of 1973, as Amended, at Dennis Town Office, 485 Main Street, South Dennis, on Wednesday, January 14 at 6:00 P.M. on the following applications for a Certificate of Appropriateness:

Minutes:

11.14.14 Workshop

Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber, to accept the minutes as presented. MINUTES APPROVED. Voted 5-0-1 (Mr. Catchings abstained)

12.10.14 Motion: Mr. Crowell made a motion, seconded by Mr. Bohlin, to accept the minutes as presented. MINUTES APPROVED. Voted 5-0-1 (Mr. Catchings abstained)

Continued Meetings:

1. Town of Dennis – New precast ADA compliant bathrooms at 60 Salt Works Road, East

Dennis (M421-12).

There was no one present. Greg Rounseville, Assistant Superintendent of DPW, sent an email requesting the application is withdrawn. Motion: Mr. Crowell made a motion, seconded by Mr. Bohlin, to withdraw the application. WITHDRAWAL APPROVED. Voted 5-0-1 (Mr. Catchings abstained)

2. Sheila & Larry Eppolito – Additions & alterations (add cedar outdoor shower, add

10x14 catwalk porch & spiral staircase, update rotted railings on decks with wood/wire

system) at 17 Scargo Heights Road, Dennis (M354-2).

Sheila Eppolito Present. An abutter, Michael Skol from 21 Scargo Heights Road, was present. Mr. Skol expressed his acceptance of the plans and his gratitude that some changes were made from the original submission. Mr. Catchings thought the design was attractive and understood the spiral staircase was used due to space constraints. He thought that the railings were very modern looking and asked if a more traditional railing would be better. Mr. Ciambriello noted that the design was appropriate and nautical looking and not visible from the street unless you’re really looking for it. Mr. Bohlin expressed his concern with the spiral staircase and cable wires. He felt that they were not appropriate. Miss Eppolito indicated that the railing designs were used around the cape and has been featured on the cover of Cape Cod Magazine. These railings were used for view and were far less visible than traditional railings. Mr. Ciambriello agreed that there were historical value to the railings and that it met the requirements. Motion: Mr. Crowell made a motion, seconded by Mr.Barber to accept the application as presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 4-1-1. (Mr. Bohlin opposed, Mr. Catchings abstained)

Regular Meeting:

Mr. Ciambriello stepped down.

1. Dennis & June Sotir – Demolish existing garage, build 2 car garage, and relocate front

entry at 3 Greenwood Road, East Dennis (M264-3).

Mr. Ciambriello stepped down. Ed France present representing Mr. & Mrs. Sotir. There were not comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Bohlin questioned the garage door color. Mr. France indicated that they would be black to match the black shutters on the house. Mr. Bohlin also asked if the brick would be taken down around the entrance and clapboard would go in its place. Mr. France indicated that was the case and that clapboard would go on the garage as well and agreed to indicate clapboard on the application. Mr. Lomenzo was concerned that the rake board was bumped out from the house when it should be even and that it looks like a gable within a gable. Mr. Barber agreed and stated that it was just a piece of trim and should be removed. Mr. Bohlin was concerned that the garage doors look like they are different sizes. Mr. France stated they were the same size. Mr. Lomenzo did not like that the 2nd garage bay was bumped out and found that to be inappropriate. He suggested to push it back and make it even with the other garage bay and to remove the rake board and trim to make it even across the front. Mr. Lomenzo was concerned with the garage door on the rear elevation as it is very visible from the street and does not match the front elevation garage doors and suggested to match the rear facing garage door with the garage doors on the front. Mr Bohlin asked if the garage door on the rear elevation was appropriate and Mr. Lomenzo indicated it was as long as the door style was appropriate. Mr. Bohlin suggested that the rear facing garage door was white instead of black because homes in that style traditionally do not have black

garage doors. Mr. Lomenzo agreed and also indicated that black and white are always approved colors.

Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber to modify the application to reflect changes to the front elevation to eliminate the trim, make the garage bay flush with the other bay, change the 2nd page of the application to indicate clapboard on the front of the house, and to change the rear overhead door to match the style of the overhead doors in the front elevation and change the color to white. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-1. (Mr. Catchings abstained). Mr. Ciambriello stepped back in.

2. Amy Hemmings – Alterations to fence at 40 Hickory Lane, South Dennis (M177-3).

No one was present. There were not comments from abutters or the public.

Miss Hemmings requested a continuation of her application to the next meeting

(1.28.15) via email.

Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Crowell to continue the hearing to the next meeting on 1.28.15. CONTINUATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-1. (Mr. Catchings abstained).

3. Christopher Demayo – Addition & alteration (Stone walls, deck, shell patio, and

plantings) 107 Forest Pines Drive, East Dennis (M360-26).

Louis Demayo was present. There were not comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Bohlin asked Mr. Demayo about the 20 exterior lights. Mr. Demayo stated that the lights were in the walls, steps, and on the back of the house and had pictures showing each light. The rest of the committee had no comments.

Motion: Mr. ? made a motion, seconded by Mr. Bohlin to accept the application as presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-1. (Mr. Catchings abstained).

4. William Lowrie – Solar panels at 23 Wager Lane, South Dennis (M229-7).

Nila Miller from Solar City was present as well as the owner Mr. Lowrie. There were not

comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Crowell asked if the panels were black. Miss

Miller indicated they were. Mr. Catchings asked if any of the panels were to be on the

front of the house because there were two options indicated in the application. Miss

Miller indicated that there would be panels on both the front and rear of the home which

was option 2. Mr. Ciambriello didn’t like the panels on the front of the home but the rear

was fine. Mr. Barber stated that the only way to accept the front panels is if the roof color

is changed to black to match the panels. He would prefer the rear facing panels only. Mr.

Bohlin asked if the pitch was the only reason why this wasn’t put on an exemption. Mr.

Lomenzo stated that the roof was longer than 30’ and the pitch was steeper than allowed

on exemptions. Mr. Bohlin indicated that in exempt areas the roof color does not have to

match the panels. Mr. Bohlin also asked for clarification on whether it is considered two

roofs or one when there is an attached garage. Mr. Lomenzo answered his question that

it is one roof and due to the length it could not be put on an exemption. Mr. Barber stated

that if they put panels on the entire rear roof and the garage they would have the amount

of panels they were asking for. Mr. Bohlin asked if Mr. Barber meant the front of the

house or garage. Mr. Barber clarified that he meant the front of the garage because it

wouldn’t be visible. Mr. Ciambriello was concerned that putting panels on the front of the

house destroyed the historic look. Mr. Crowell preferred panels on the rear of the home

and that the front of the garage was acceptable. Mr. Catchings agreed with rear only. Mr.

Lomenzo clarified to the applicant that the main issue was that the panels and the roof

were different colors. Mr. Lomenzo would prefer that if the roof color isn’t changed that

the panels cover the entire roof or the edges are reroofed black so that it matches the

panels. Mr. Lowrie stated that southern exposure was the best for sun light which is why

they wanted the front of the house but with the back and garage it would give him

enough power.

Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Crowell to modify the application to remove the panels on the front of the roof and to have the panels cover the entire rear roof of the house and the front of the garage only. New plans must be submitted showing changes. Mr. Ciambriello made a motion to delete the garage panels. His motion was not seconded. Original motion approved. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 4-1-1. (Mr. Ciambriello opposed, Mr. Catchings abstained).

5. Bradley R. Runyan– Solar Panels at 17B Pilgrim Road, East Dennis (M349-38).

Nila Miller from Solar City present. There were not comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Catchings indicated that the panels were visible from Whig Street. Mr. Ciambriello agreed it did not meet requirements. Mr. Barber, Mr. Bohlin also agreed it was not appropriate. Mr. Crowell also indicated that the panels were visible from Nobscussett Road and did not keep up with the neighborhood. Mr. Lomenzo asked the agent if they wanted to withdraw the application, continue it, or have the committee vote on it. Miss Miller asked them to vote on it. Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion seconded by Mr. Crowell to deny the application as presented. APPLICATION DENIED. Voted 6-0.

6. Basil F. Cronin, Trustee –Install security gate near the entrance of Farrington Road

Cluster Subdivision at Farrington Road, East Dennis (M423-5).

Mr. Ciambriello stepped down.

David Reid Esq present representing the homeowner. There were not comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Reid indicated that Farrington Road was a private shared driveway for 8 homes and not a road, similar to condos on Coles Pond Road that have a security gate. Mr. Barber asked if it was just the gate that they were looking for approval for and not piers, lights or landscaping. Atty. Reid indicated it was only the gate and support column for the key pad and that they will come back for any additional changes. Mr. Catchings asked if a

gate was already in place as he ran into a padlock timbered gate on his site visit. Atty. Reid replied that he was not aware of an existing gate but that it would be temporary if there indeed was one. Mr. Catchings also asked if the sign indicating that the road was not a through road was necessary. Atty. Reid answered that the sign was not part of the gate. Mr. Lomenzo asked Mr. Catchings where he saw the timbered gate and temporary sign. After a brief discussion, Mr. Catchings realized that he was on the wrong end of Farrington Road and that the gate was near Captain Howes Road. Atty Reid indicated that a special permit required a breakaway barrier at that location to prevent cut through. Mr. Lomenzo reminded Mr. Catchings that the current application was for the other end of Farrington Road and the other gate that Mr. Catchings was speaking about could be a violation for the building department. Mr. Lomenzo also stated that the neighborhood was still in construction and that he would let that go for now. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion seconded by Mr. Bohlin to approve the application as presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 6-0.

7. Lawrence Demers – Addition and alteration (add front porch, reroof home) at 919 Old

Bass River Road, Dennis (M331-19).

Doug Mullin present representing the homeowner. There were not comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Barber asked Mr. Mullin to clarify the work he was requesting as the plans showed dormers but the dormers had been crossed off on the description. Mr. Mullin stated that he was asking for the dormers and a reroof. Mr. Mullen was asked to indicate the column color (white) and material (Azek) and update the width of the house on the application. No other questions by the committee. Motion: Mr. Crowell made a motion seconded by Mr. Bohlin to modify the application by adding the dormers and change the width of the house on the application. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-1 (Mr. Catchings abstained) Mr. Ciambriello stepped back in.

8. Mark A. Quinn Trustee – Alterations (Two new exterior windows above garage) at 62

Packet Drive, Dennis (M307-35).

Randy Smith present representing the owners. There were no comments from the abutters or the public. No Questions from the committee. Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion seconded by Mr. Barber to approve the application as presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-1 (Mr. Catchings abstained).

9. William & Beth Dupree – Additions and alterations (Family room addition, construct full

shed dormer, replace roof and windows, paint trim, install exterior casing around new

windows) at 98 Beach Street, Dennis (M327-6).

Dale Nikula from Encore Construction was present representing the homeowner. There were not comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Nikula clarified to the committee that the right elevation showed a false rake. Mr. Lomenzo asked if there were going to be shutters on the addition as the rest of the house currently has shutters. Mr. Bohlin asked if there would be room for shutters with the chimney. Mr. Lomenzo suggested moving the window and adding shutters. He asked Mr. Nikula if the light could be moved to the other side of the door. Mr. Nikula added that it depends on the door swing and the hinge so the light would shine in the right area. Mr. Lomenzo suggested switching the door to accommodate the light and the shutters.

Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion seconded by Mr. Bohlin to amend the application to add shutters on the addition windows and move the light by the door to accommodate this change. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-1 (Mr. Catchings abstained).

10. Louis & Shannon Bottari – Alterations (Replace existing garage with new 30’x26’

garage) at 14 East Bay View Road, Dennis (M346-59).

George Davis, contractor, representing the homeowner. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Ciambriello requested ¼” to scale drawings. Mr. Lomenzo stated that a certificate of demolition was required when removing an entire building. Mr. Barber asked if the building department required a separate demolition application and Miss Moir concurred. Mr. Davis asked if it could be put on an exemption and Mr. Lomenzo answered that it had to go to a meeting and be advertised properly. Mr. Lomenzo also indicated that this application could still be approved. Mr. Bohlin asked that the plans be changed because they showed the outbuilding as a cottage and not a garage. Mr. Lomenzo asked Mr. Davis to change the description on the application to construct new garage instead of both demolition and construct new garage. Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion seconded by Mr. Barber to amend the application to remove demolition from the description so it reads construct new garage only. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-1 (Mr. Catchings abstained).

11. Louis & Shannon Bottari – Alterations and additions (Replace existing deck & covered

porch with new larger deck and screened porch. Replace first floor windows and sliders)

at 14 East Bay View Road, Dennis (M346-59).

George Davis was present representing the homeowner. There were no comments from

abutters or the public. Mr. Davis wanted to make a change to the windows changing

them from 12 over 12 to 6 over 1 and had new plans showing the changes to add to the

application.

Mr. Bohlin asked Mr. Davis to complete the application by filling in the structures length

and width. Mr. Ciambriello looked for clarification on why a separate demolition was not

required and Mr. Lomenzo answered that it was because it was only partial demolition

so a separate demolition certificate was not required. Mr. Barber asked what materials

were being used for the pergola and the material of the railing. Mr. Davis indicated the

pergola would be white but wasn’t sure of the material as of yet and the railings would be

white Azek.

Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion seconded by Mr. Crowell to approve the application with the new elevation provided to show the window changes, and noted the color of the railing and pergola as white be added to the application. Mr. Ciambriello amended the motion that the applicant provides ¼” to scale drawings. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-1 (Mr. Catchings abstained).

12. Edmond Griffin- Alterations (Remove right gable end windows and replace in new

location, replace front window with door, replace overhead door) at 1 Johnson Lane,

Dennis (M348-24).

George Davis was present representing the homeowner. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Crowell asked if Mr. Davis could preserve the existing garage door because cedar board was not as attractive. Mr. Catchings suggested adding attractive hardware or trim and Mr. Barber and Mr. Bohlin agreed. Mr. Ciambriello suggested taking out the door and adding two double hung windows, leave the garage door and build an interior wall to keep the garage door appearance. Mr. Davis agreed that he’d like to preserve the overhead door look. Mr. Lomenzo interrupted the conversation to remind the committee that ¼” to scale plans are not required anymore as agreed by the committee at the work shop on November 14, 2014. As long as it is clear what the applicant is planning to do. Mr. Lomenzo referenced the workshop minutes and had a brief discussion with Mr. Ciambriello about the requirements. Mr. Lomenzo asked why Mr. Davis wanted to change the door. Mr. Davis explained that he was concerned with the seal on the garage door but would figure it out if the committee wanted him to keep it. Mr. Bohlin asked if he could add a row of lights above the door and Mr. Davis indicated he was concerned that the lights were disruptive to the interior. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion seconded by Mr. Bohlin to amend the application to reuse the current garage door instead of replacing it with a panel door. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-1 (Mr. Catchings abstained).

13. Silver Family Nominee Trust- Alterations (replace two existing sliding glass doors with

double hung windows and glass patio swinging door) at 8 Maureens Way, Dennis

(M354-13).

Shelly Silver present. There were no comments from abutters or the public.

Mr. Catchings asked for clarification on the door. Mr. Silver stated that it was a glass

swinging door. Mr. Ciambriello asked if three double hung windows were replacing 2

patio doors. Mr. Silver indicated they were. Mr. Ciambriello also indicated that he would

like to see a second set of windows between the sliding door and the windows and

asked if the windows would be 12 over 12 grills. Mr. Silver answered that the back of the

house does not have any grills and the house was built like that. He went on to mention

that the windows were not visible at all, not even from the lake due to a slope in the back

yard. He mentioned he would prefer to not have any grills.

Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion seconded by Mr. Crowell to approve the application as presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 4-0-2 (Mr. Catchings and Mr. Ciambriello abstained).

14. Michael Lavelle- Alterations (Install hollow back vinyl siding) at 50 Elizabeth Lane,

South Dennis (M198-50).

No one was present. Mr. Lavelle filled out the form to withdraw the application.

No comments from abutters or the public.

Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion seconded by Mr. Bohlin to withdrawal the application. WITHDRAWAL APPROVED. Voted 5-0-1 (Mr. Catchings abstained).

15. Murphy Realty Trust- Install solar panels at 65 Grassy Pond Drive, East Dennis (M232-

8).

Nila Miller from SolarCity present presenting the homeowner. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Ciambriello did not like the panels on the front of the house due to the lightly colored siding and roof. The back of the house would be ok; otherwise it does not meet the requirements. Mr. Barber stated that if the roof was changed to black that it would be acceptable. Mr. Bohlin asked why there was one less panel on the top or jogs. Miss Miller stated that she could not answer the question. Mr. Crowell expressed his dislike for the front panels. He also stated the way the exemption reads is that it’s allowable but that he would like the entire roof covered. Miss Miller stated that she did not understand the exempt areas or requirements. Mr. Catchings asked if the rear of the roof would work for what they wanted to do. Miss Miller did not have the answer and said that she would need to work on that. Mr. Lomenzo asked if she wanted them to vote on it, continue it, or withdraw the application. Miss Miller asked for it to be continued. Mr. Lomenzo stated that exemptions may be acceptable but the size of the roof makes it ineligible. He went on to say that solar is a new things for the committee and that they would prefer to not put any on the front of the roof if possible. If solar panels are requested on the front, the entire roof needs to be covered, even if it’s with dummy panels. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion seconded by Mr. Bohlin to continue the application to the next meeting. CONTINUATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-1 (Mr. Catchings abstained).

16. William Duke- New Single Family Home at 8 Red Cedar Circle, Dennis (M257-14).

The applicant had requested this application be withdrawn. Pat O’Hearn, abutter, present. Miss Ahearn asked if they could reapply. Mr. Lomenzo stated they could reapply with no prejudice and that she would be notified if this happens. Motion:

Mr. Crowell made a motion seconded by Mr. Bohlin to withdrawal the application. WITHDRAWAL APPROVED. Voted 5-0-1 (Mr. Catchings abstained).

17. Winston Chiong- Alterations (Replace windows, replace bulkhead, install new slider,

replace skylights) at 57 Hiram Pond Road, Dennis (M383-10).

Mike Woesner was present representing the homeowner. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Bohlin asked if the half moon window was being removed. Mr. Woensner stated that a transoms 16” window was going in in its place which would look more traditional. No other questions from the committee. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion seconded by Mr. Crowell to approve the application as presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-1 (Mr. Catchings abstained).

18. Ryan & Cora Leigh Bridgeman- Addition & Alterations (replace windows) at 14 Whig

Street, Dennis (M328-52).

Trevor Kurz was present representing the homeowner. Steve Calemmo present as an abutter. Mr. Calemmo had concerns with the construction accessibility because two homes shore the driveway and they just put $5,000 worth of stones in the driveway recently. He also wanted to make sure the pine trees were going to stay as well. Mr. Bohlin was concerned with the size of the addition and would like to see it diminished if possible. Mr. Crowell agreed with Mr. Bohlin. Mr. Crowell continued on to say the home was built in 1730, the kitchen was added in the 1800’s. He was concerned with the doors being too modern and the right side did not look right. Mr. Crowell was extremely concerned that it wasn’t keeping with the historical significance and it wasn’t preserving or protecting historical value. Mr. Ciambriello asked why the windows were 12 over 12 in the front and 12 over 1 on the left. He felt they should be uniform throughout. Mr. Barber concurred with Mr. Crowell that due to age and the changes proposed that the house would lose all character. Mr. Lomenzo stated that the right side elevation was the most visible and that neither the left nor right are conducive to the cape style that was built in 1730. Mr. Kurz stated that architectural suggestions were not in the act and disagreed that it would ruin the house. He went on to state that it was classic New England architecture and that 90% was not visible from the road. Mr. Lomenzo asked if they should vote on it, have a site visit, or continue it to the next meeting. Mr. Kurz asked where in the act it relates to size. Mr. Lomenzo answered that the act talks about integrity and massing. Mr. Kurz asked for a site visit. Mr. Lomenzo stated to email Samantha Moir to set up a site visit before the next meeting. Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion seconded by Mr. Crowell to continue the application conditional on a site visit prior to the next meeting on January 28, 2015. APPLICATION CONTINUED Voted 5-0-1 (Mr. Catchings abstained).

19. Sandra & Richard Cotter- Alterations (remove front windows and replace with bay window) at 282 Mayfair Road, South Dennis (M196-64). Tom Hilchey was present representing the homeowner. There were no comments from abutters or the public.

Mr. Ciambriello indicated that the drawings look out of proportion and asked if they were to scale. Mr. Hilchey said they were to scale. Mr. Ciambriello asked for new drawings to be sure. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion seconded by Mr. Bohlin to approve the application conditional on new scaled drawings being submitted. APPLICATION APPROVED Voted 5-0-1 (Mr. Catchings abstained).

20. Geraldine Levine- Alterations (Remove existing carport and replace) at 11 Agnes Road,

South Dennis (M197-120).

Josh Cory was present representing the homeowners. No comments from abutters or

public. No concerns or questions from the committee.

Motion:

Mr. Crowell made a motion seconded by Mr. Bohlin to approve the application as presented. APPLICATION APPROVED Voted 5-0-1 (Mr. Catchings abstained). Other Business (Complaints, Informals, General Information, Exemptions) 1. Capabilities Violation: The committee asked to have something in writing stating that

the violation was resolved. 2. 82 Nobscussett Road: Asked for extension of time for a Certificate of

Appropriateness approved on December 11, 2013. Miss Arkle plans to complete the dormer sometime in 2015.

Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion seconded by Mr. Barber to accept the extension request. EXTENSION APPROVED 5-0-1 (Mr. Catchings abstained).

3. 12 Roads End: Sent a letter with conditions that were discussed at the meeting on

November 13, 2013. Minutes will be checked to see why this letter was sent and it will be filed.

4. Solar Exemption: Mr. Bohlin felt that a roof length of 30’ was very small and many

houses will not be able to take advantage of the exemption. Mr. Ciambriello was also

concerned because he did not want these houses to lose their historical value. He

felt as though there should be other means for alternate energy. Mr. Lomenzo

suggested to table the conversation until the next meeting and asked the committee

to review the form and make suggestions on what they want to change at that time.

5. Certificate of Appropriate changes- The plan requirements on the Certificate of

Appropriateness were changed to read: All plans submitted for approval should be

prepared to scale and clearly drawn so the Committee can know from looking at

such plans exactly what the applicant intends to do. A small error will be changed

from set to sets underneath Additions, Alterations, or Sheds, also.

Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion seconded by Mr. Barber to accept the Certificate

of Appropriateness with a spelling error adjustment APPLICATION APPROVED (6-

0)

Motion to Adjourn:

Made by Mr. Bohlin, seconded by Mr. Barber. MEETING ADJOURNED AT 8:46PM. Voted 6-0-0.

Town of Dennis Old King's Highway Regional Historic District Committee Town of Dennis Annex, 685 Route 134, South Dennis, Massachusetts 02660 508-760-6127 (fax) 508-694-2019


DATE: Wednesday, November 12, 2014 PRESENT: Chairman Peter Lomenzo, Secretary Frank Ciambriello, Bill Bohlin, Gary Barber, Joshua Crowell, Alternates Robert Waldo, Phil Catchings ABSENT: STAFF: Laurie Barr CONVENED: 6pm

A public hearing was held in accordance with Chapter 470 of the Acts of 1973, as Amended, at Dennis Town Office, 485 Main Street, South Dennis, on Wednesday, November 22, 2014 at 6:00 P.M. on the following applications for a Certificate of Appropriateness: Minutes:

October 22, 2014 There was a correction to the minutes. Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Crowell, to accept the minutes as corrected. MINUTES APPROVED. Voted 5-0-2 (Mr. Waldo & Mr. Catchings abstained).

Continued Meeting:

1. Richard Halvorsen – Install solar panels at 130 Old Bass River Road, South Dennis (M161-87). Kelly Strickland from Solar City was present. She had new plans showing most of the new panels moved to from the garage to the rear. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Catchings noted he planned to mostly listen since this was his first evening. Mr. Waldo refrained from commenting since he did not understand the new drawings. Mr. Bohlin thought this met the concerns of the Act since the hot water panels were already there. Mr. Crowell and Mr. Barber agreed with Mr. Bohlin. Mr. Ciambriello thought that while this was an improvement it did not meet what was required. He asked why it could not be installed in the middle rear section. Ms. Strickland explained there were vents and the stink pipe in that area. Mr. Ciambriello believed this could be seen coming up the road. Mr. Lomenzo asked if the panels would be on the rear except for the 4 going next to the existing hot water panel and that was correct. He asked if the panels had lines and Ms. Strickland noted there would not be visible lines.


Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Crowell, to accept the application as presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 4-1-2 (Mr. Ciambriello opposed, Mr. Waldo & Mr. Catchings abstained).

2. Richard & Cheryl LaPan – New single family dwelling with attached two car garage at 56 Chandler Drive, South Dennis (M176-69). Mr. Lomenzo had to step down. Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber, to elect Mr. Crowell as temporary chair. MOTION CARRIED. Voted 5-0-2. The LaPan’s were present and had made most of the changes the Committee had suggested. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Waldo thought this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Bohlin liked the changes. He wished the garage could be moved but thought this met the requirements of the Act. Mr. Barber thought this was a big improvement since it looked like a cape and since it was set back he thought it met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Ciambriello thought this looked a lot nicer and would blend in beautifully with the neighborhood. Mr. Catchings agreed. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion, seconded by Mr. Bohlin, to accept the application as presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 4-0-2 (Mr. Waldo & Mr. Catchings abstained).

Regular Meeting:

As a curtesy to the Town, Mr. Bohlin made a motion to allow the application #11 and 12 to be heard, seconded by Mr. Barber. MOTION CARRIED. Voted 5-0-2 (Mr. Waldo & Mr. Catchings abstained).

1. Town of Dennis – Demolition of bathrooms at 60 Salt Works Road, East Dennis (M421-

12).

Greg Rounseville, Assistant Superintendent of DPW, was present. There were no comments from abutters or the public. The Committee agreed this met the concerns of the Act. Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Ciambriello, to accept the application as presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-2 (Mr. Waldo & Mr. Catchings abstained).

2. Town of Dennis – New precast ADA compliant bathrooms at 60 Salt Works Road, East

Dennis (M421-12).

Greg Rounseville, Assistant Superintendent of DPW, was present. There were no

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comments from abutters or the public.

Mr. Crowell thought it would be more appropriate to have a salt box roof. Mr.

Rounseville wasn’t sure if that was possible since this was presconstructed. Mr. Barber

and Mr. Ciambriello thought this met the concerns of the Act because of the location.

Mr. Catchings, Mr. Waldo, and Mr. Bohlin agreed with Mr. Crowell. Mr. Lomenzo agreed

with the concerns of his colleagues. He felt this was an inappropriate proposal. He was

also concerned with the proposed lights. He suggested the building be redesigned; the

entire roof should be dark to match solid solar panels. Mr. Rounseville explained that

the Town was trying to be fully ADA compliant and also have a structure that was

maintenance free. He asked if plantings would help. Mr. Bohlin did not feel they would.

Mr. Lomenzo noted that they could vote, continue the application, or allow Mr.

Rounseville to withdraw the application. Mr. Rounseville asked if they voted and it was

denied could he come back with this proposal at another time. The answer was no. Mr.

Rounseville asked to continue the application.

Motion:

Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber, to allow the application to be

continued to the December 10, 2014 meeting. APPLICATION CONTINUED. Voted 5-

0-2 (Mr. Waldo & Mr. Catchings abstained).

3. Joanne & Francis McIlhenny – Alteration (add rear dormer) at 16 Surrey Lane, East

Dennis (M235-10).

Tom Downey was present. There were not comments from abutters or the public.

Mr. Barber thought this met the concerns of the Act. He noted that the Committee

usually requires the complete elevation at ¼” to scale but he felt what was provide was

sufficient. Mr. Ciambriello agreed that even though the complete elevation was 3/16” to

scale and the partial was ¼” to scale it was very clear and met the concerns of the Act.

Mr. Catchings thought this was not visible. Mr. Waldo, Mr. Bohlin and Mr. Crowell

agreed.

Motion:

Mr. Crowell made a motion, seconded by Mr. Bohlin, to accept the application as

presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-2 (Mr. Waldo & Mr. Catchings

abstained).

4. George & Anne Hadjimina – New fence at 28 Freedom Trail, Dennis (M374-56).

Jim Haggerty from REEF was present. There were no comments from abutters or the

public.


Mr. Ciambriello thought this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Catchings thought the

lattice on top was an improvement and did not object. Mr. Waldo thought this met the

concerns of the Act. Mr. Bohlin asked which side the Leland Cyprus would be on and

Mr. Haggerty replied the right side. Mr. Crowell thought this met the concerns of the Act.

Mr. Barber confirmed that the fence would be on the neighbor’s side and the vegetation

would be on the owner’s side and that was correct. Mr. Barber thought this met the


Motion:

Mr. Barber made a motion, seconded by Mr. Ciambriello, to approve the application as


abstained).

5. Robert Samoluk – Alterations (remove 1 window & sliding door, replace with Thermatru

door, 2 casement windows, & 1 picture window, replace cedar shingles) at 6 Herring

Run Road, South Dennis (M160-121).

John Samogna was present. There were no comments from abutters or the public.

Mr. Catchings thought this was not visible and it was an improvement. The Committee

agreed this met the concerns of the Act.

Motion:

Mr. Crowell made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber, to accept the application as


abstained).

6. Sheila & Larry Eppolito – Additions & alterations (add cedar outdoor shower, add

10x14 catwalk porch & spiral staircase, update rotted railings on decks with wood/wire

system) at 17 Scargo Heights Road, Dennis (M354-2).

Peter Zeromsky was present. Mr. Lomenzo read a letter into record from abutters

Michael Skol & Claudia Serwer. A response from Sheila Eppolito was read into record.

Copies of these letters will be maintained in the Building Department file for this

property.

Mr. Lomenzo asked Mr. Zeromsky if he or the owners were aware of a judgment from

December 20, 2010 on the property and they were not. Mr. Lomenzo gave him a copy.

Mr. Waldo was not sure if the house was in compliance with the judgment. Mr. Bohlin

objected to the black metal circular staircase. He felt this was very visible from Scargo

Heights Road. He also felt the wire cable system was inappropriate and very visible.

Mr. Crowell agreed with Mr. Bohlin and cautioned the owner against making changes to

the rear of the house. Mr. Barber suggested a site visit to see if the recommendations of


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the court had been taken. Mr. Ciambriello felt the wire railings were approved in other

areas of the Town. He also felt wire railings were nautical. He felt the decision for this

approval should be made on what is present not whether or not they were in violation of

the judgment. Mr. Ciambriello also noted that the plans should be ¼” to scale full

elevations and the plans provided to the Committee were not clear. Mr. Catchings

concurred with Mr. Bohlin. He didn’t have a problem with the shower if there were

additional plantings. Mr. Lomenzo thought a site visit was appropriate. Mr. Ciambriello

asked that before the site visit the Committee be presented with clear sets of plans.

Motion:

Mr. Ciambriello made a motion to have a site visit with the applicant agreeing to supply

¼” to scale full elevations a week before the site visit. Mr. Bohlin amended that the

abutter in question be notified of the site visit. Mr. Ciambriello accepted the amendment.

Mr. Waldo seconded the motion. APPLICATION CONTINUED. Voted 5-0-2 (Mr.

Waldo & Mr. Catchings abstained). Mr. Lomenzo clarified that it was the applicant’s

responsibility to inform the concerned abutter and provide them with the plans.

7. Mr. & Mrs. Philip Picillo – Additions & alterations (add 18x25 screened porch, add

skylight, a 8x25 deck with stairs all on rear elevation, remover side door of garage &

shingle to match) at 14 Heegeong Drive, Dennis (M330-23).

Eric Oman was present. There were no comments from abutters or the public.

Mr. Bohlin thought this met the requirements. Mr. Crowell agreed. Mr. Barber asked if

the cables would be on the inside. Mr. Oman noted they would be on the outside so the

screens could be replaced if damaged. He explained the wire will be going through the

4x4’s. Mr. Barber thought this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Ciambriello thanked Mr.

Oman for the drawings. He was concerned with the wire system since they had a

negative discussion about it on the last application. Mr. Bohlin pointed out these are not

visible. Mr. Lomenzo pointed out the last application was continued for a site visit so no

decisions were made. Mr. Ciambriello asked if there was anything else that could be

done. Mr. Oman suggested a traditional railing and baluster system but he felt the wire

was more appropriate in this case. Mr. Catchings asked for the diameter of the cable.

Mr. Oman explained they were ¼” to 3/8”. Mr. Catchings thought this was fine. Mr.

Waldo thought this met the concerns of the Act.

Motion:

Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber, to accept the application as


abstained).


8. David Carl – Alteration (remove portion of existing deck, build screened porch) at 866

Old Bass River Road, Dennis (M308-52).

There were no comments from abutters or the public.

The Committee agreed this met the concerns of the Act.

Motion:

Mr. Crowell made a motion, seconded by Mr. Bohlin, to approve the application as


abstained).

9. Mary Gemme – New fence at 26 Freda’s Drive, South Dennis (M172-123).

Mary Gemme was present. There were no comments from abutters or the public.

Mr. Barber objected to the left side going beyond the rear of the house. Mr. Ciambriello

had the same thought and was also concerned that in the 2 years Ms. Gemme owned

the house no one told her she was in the OKH District. Mr. Catchings sympathized with

Ms. Gemme but he was opposed to the stockade fence except in the rear. He thought

this was not appropriate since the sides were very visible. Mr. Waldo felt the fence

should not extend past the rear of the house. Mr. Bohlin agreed. He suggested taking

down the sections forward of the house and using 4 foot sections of space picket fence

across the front. Mr. Crowell agreed with Mr. Bohlin. Mr. Lomenzo asked if the fence

could be taken back. Ms. Gemme was not sure. Mr. Lomenzo suggested continuing the

application so that Ms. Gemme could see if the fence could be returned and explore

other styles and heights of fencing.

Motion:

Mr. Barber made a motion, seconded by Mr. Crowell, to allow the applicant to continue

to December 10, 2014. APPLICATION CONTINUED. Voted 5-0-2 (Mr. Waldo & Mr.

Catchings abstained).

10. Joseph & Pamela Bunce – Alterations (add cupola to garage roof, & install Azek

decking & small fence to Farmer’s porch) at 129 Greenland Circle, East Dennis (M317-

39).

Joe Bunce was present. Mr. Ciambriello made a disclaimer that he knew the family but

it would not affect his decision. There were no comments from abutters or the public.

Mr. Ciambriello, Mr. Catchings, Mr. Waldo, Mr. Bohlin, and Mr. Crowell agreed this met

the concerns of the Act. Mr. Barber pointed out that elevations show the front of the

garage having vertical barn board instead of clapboard and the garage also shows

clipped corners around the garage door. Mr. Bunce agreed to correct the plans.


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Motion:

Mr. Ciambriello made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber, to accept the application with

the changes being corrected on the plans. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-2

(Mr. Waldo & Mr. Catchings abstained).

11. Josh & Sara Eldredge – New fence at 12 Dorothy Way, South Dennis (M198-76).

Josh Eldredge was present. There were no comments from abutters or the public.

Mr. Catchings noted that he did not like stockade and asked if it could be softened. Mr.

Waldo noted that the application says rear perimeter. Mr. Eldredge explained the fence

would only go around the rear portion of the lot. Mr. Bohlin asked if they could go off the

back corner of the house with a 4 foot space picket. He also noted that the back fence

was very visible from Elizabeth Ln. He would be ok with the picket fence off the sides of

the house from the rear corner and 6 foot stockade everywhere else. Mr. Eldredge

asked about doing something a little more appealing than stockade. Mr. Bohlin was ok

with that but pointed out that would be more expensive. Mr. Crowell and Mr. Barber

concurred with Mr. Bohlin. Mr. Ciambriello asked if the fence could be lowered. Mr.

Eldredge was agreeable to that. Mr. Ciambriello thought a flat top 4 foot high fence

would look more appropriate. He thought a 4 foot fence would look a lot nicer and meet

what the Act is looking for is that was agreeable to the applicant. Mr. Lomenzo clarified

the height of the fence was going to be lowered. There would be picket fence along the

front as suggested by Mr. Bohlin. The fence would move to the back of the house on the

right side. Mr. Eldredge checked that this would terminate into the east corner board

and that was correct. Mr. Lomenzo stated it would be 4 foot high all around with picket

on the two front sections of the fence; the one on the left of the driveway and the one to

the right of the house. Mr. Eldredge agreed to this. Mr. Bohlin clarified they were doing

4 foot not 6 foot in height. Mr. Eldredge ultimately agreed to 4 foot.

Motion:

Mr. Ciambriello made a motion, seconded by Mr. Bohlin, to accept the application with

the applicant agreeing to lower the fence to 4 feet with a flat top and to put an open

fence at the front of the house and all the fencing will end at the rear corners of the

house. Mr. Eldredge clarified that he could have a gate and Mr. Ciambriello indicated

that he could. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-2 (Mr. Waldo & Mr. Catchings

abstained).

12. Edwin E. Urie – Install solar panels at 6 Billingsgate Road, Dennis (M282-65).

Kelly Strickland of Solar City was present. Michael Cloonan, an abutter, was present to

support the endeavor.


Mr. Waldo recused himself since he didn’t make it to the site. Mr. Bohlin thought this

was not visible and met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Crowell, Mr. Barber, Mr.

Ciambriello and Mr. Catchings agreed this met the concerns of the Act.

Motion:



abstained).


CapeAbilities – failed to have a site visit by November 1, 2014. The Committee agreed

to submit a Request for an Investigation. Voted 5-0-2 (Mr. Waldo & Mr. Catchings

abstained).

18 Split Rock – there is a fence without a Certificate of Appropriateness. The

Committee agreed to submit a Request for an Investigation. Voted 5-0-2 (Mr. Waldo &

Mr. Catchings abstained).

80 Jericho Road – there was a Letter of Amendment requesting a whale weather vane

to be added to the cupola. The Committee agreed to approve this.

23 Wager Lane – there was an application for a Solar Exemption. The pitch of the roof

did not meet the requirements so the application was denied.

2 Giuliani Road – there was an application for a Certificate of Exemption. There were

no details on the wire fencing and the application was confusing so the Committee

denied it.

Motion to Adjourn:

Made by Mr. Bohlin, seconded by Mr. Crowell. MEETING ADJOURNED AT 8:11PM.

Voted 5-0-2 (Mr. Waldo & Mr. Catchings abstained).

_____________________________ Peter Lomenzo, Chairman


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DATE: Wednesday, October 22, 2014 PRESENT: Chairman Peter Lomenzo, Secretary Frank Ciambriello, Bill Bohlin, Gary Barber, Joshua Crowell, Alternate Robert Waldo ABSENT: STAFF: Laurie Barr CONVENED: 6pm

A public hearing was held in accordance with Chapter 470 of the Acts of 1973, as Amended, at Dennis Town Office, 485 Main Street, South Dennis, on Wednesday, October 8, 2014 at 6:00 P.M. on the following applications for a Certificate of Appropriateness: Minutes:

October 8, 2014 Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber, to accept the minutes as presented. MINUTES APPROVED. Voted 5-0-1 (Mr. Waldo abstained).

Continued Meeting:

1. Marilyn Nouri – Addition (2nd floor sitting room) at 48 Hillside Drive, Dennis (M358-32). Joe Lonergan was present. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Waldo, Mr. Bohlin, Mr. Crowell, and Mr. Barber thought this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Ciambriello asked why the transoms were on the rear instead of the front. Mr. Lonergan felt the transoms would overpower the front elevation. Mr. Ciambriello asked him to switch them to the front. Mr. Lonergan noted the view of the bay was from the rear. Mr. Ciambriello thought this met the concerns of the Act. Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber, to accept the application as presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-1 (Mr. Waldo abstained).

2. Richard Halvorsen – Install solar panels at 130 Old Bass River Road, South Dennis (M161-87). There was an email requesting a continuance. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion, seconded by Mr. Bohlin, to allow the application to be

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continued to the November 12, 2014. Mr. Lomenzo amended that this be the last continuance. Mr. Barber accepted the amendment, seconded by Mr. Bohlin. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-1 (Mr. Waldo abstained).

3. Suzanne Fleming – Addition (14’x20’ family room addition on right side of house to sit on a 4’ foundation) at 4 Crosby Circle, East Dennis (M219-12). Ryan Campbell of RA Enterprises was present. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Bohlin could live with this and was fine with the trees being removed. Mr. Crowell concurred. Mr. Barber suggested instead of 3 pieces of lattice having one taller one in the middle; otherwise he thought this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Ciambriello could not see the plan since Mr. Campbell had only one copy. He wanted to refrain from making a decision since he couldn’t see the plan. Mr. Waldo concurred with Mr. Barber. Mr. Lomenzo agreed. He asked for 3 copies corrected with red pen. Mr. Campbell made the corrections on the drawings. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion, seconded by Mr. Bohlin, to accept the application with the applicant crossing off the three trellises & adding one taller piece in the center. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-1 (Mr. Waldo abstained).

Regular Meeting:

1. Grace Church – Alterations (install handicap accessible upper and lower ramps on the West side) at 14 Center Street, East Dennis (M397-11). Mark Grant and Pastor David Johnson were present. Mr. Grant had a rendering showing plantings. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Crowell thought this met the concerns of the Act and was very necessary. Mr. Barber divulged he had met with Mr. Grant and he thought this project was a good thing and fit the requirements of the Act. Mr. Ciambriello shared that he had done the for 2011 addition but it had nothing to do with this project and it wouldn’t affect his decision. He thought this met the requirements of the Act and he thought it was a requirement for the Church to have a handicap ramp. He thought this was nice looking and very appropriate. Mr. Waldo thought this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Bohlin thought with the plantings this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Lomenzo asked why there was so many ramps. Mr. Grant explained that because of the Building codes the ramp needed to be about 92 feet. Mr. Lomenzo thought the ramp need to be drastically shorter. He asked what kind of trees they intended to plant and Mr. Grant explained they would be a dwarf spruce and kept at 6’ to 8’. Mr. Lomenzo thought there needed to be more landscaping. Mr. Lomenzo did not think this was appropriate as presented. He thought having a ramp was an absolute yes but he was not sure they were there with this ramp. Joe Birchwood, an elder of the Church, explained that there was no toilet on the sanctuary level, that the building was not handicap friendly, and that there was no a single floor that was on ground level; every level had to be accessed by stairs. He noted that this plan was the result of 7 years of discussion and that in order to comply with the


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Building Codes they had explored every avenue and had done the best they could. Mr. Barber also thought that since the rail was white on a white background a lot of this would disappear. Mr. Lomenzo asked if all the railing was necessary and because of Building Code it was, so he asked if the screening could go all the way to the rear of the building. Mr. Grant explained that the rear area was a courtyard where kids play so they were looking to keep that area open for light egress. Mr. Bohlin felt the plantings would block the view from Center Street. Mr. Barber suggested low plantings such as hydrangea or azalea. Pastor Johnson explained they had letters from abutters in support of the design. He noted that there are over 100 stairs in the church and they needed this. He explained this would be done with elegance and agreed to plant low plantings in the rear area. Motion: Mr. Ciambriello made a motion to accept the application as presented with the amendment that the applicant agrees to install some azaleas or hydrangea. Mr. Lomenzo noted the landscape plan needed to be turned in. Mr. Barber noted that they were going to describe what they wanted. Mr. Bohlin asked if one planting for every section of fence would be enough and it was agreed it would. There was more discussion of where plantings were going. Mr. Lomenzo asked for the motion to be started over. Mr. Ciambriello made a motion to accept the application as presented with the amendment with the congregation agreeing to plant addition azaleas in the rear portion roughly 8 feet apart in continuation of the greens that they are planting and have agreed to present a landscape plan by November 5, 2014. Mr. Barber seconded the motion. APPLICATION APPROVED CONDITIONALLY. Voted 5-0-1 (Mr. Waldo abstained).

2. Anthony & Kathy Borges – Alterations (replace roof, shingles, trim & windows & replace front slider with new window) at 350 Airline Road, East Dennis (M268-12). Mark Grant was present. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Barber asked if the ridges were matching the existing, if the chimney was being removed, if the brick was being removed at the recessed area of the porch, if there was still going to a post in that recessed area and if the arches in that area were staying. Mr. Grant explained that was an error on the drawings. The chimney was staying, the brick at the recessed area was being replaced with shingles, the post at that area had to remain for support, but the arches would be removed and trimmed straight across. Mr. Barber asked that Mr. Grant fix the drawings but thought this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Ciambriello agreed. Mr. Waldo pointed out that a vent had been removed from the gable end and Mr. Grant explained that was another error on the drawings since the vent was staying. Mr. Bohlin asked if the shingles would be 5” to the weather and they were so he thought this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Crowell agreed. Mr. Grant fixed the drawings. Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Crowell, to accept the application with the changes made. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-1 (Mr. Waldo abstained).


3. Jayne Bozzuto – Alterations (replace white cedar shingles with CertainTeed Cedar Impression vinyl shingles) at 40 Road’s End, Dennis (M385-35). Jeff Garran from McPhee Associates was present. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Ciambriello asked for the exposure of the shingles and the age of the structure. Mr. Garran noted the exposure was 5” and the house was built in the late 90’s. Mr. Ciambriello thought this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Waldo agreed. Mr. Bohlin asked if the color was white and it was so he thought this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Crowell was convinced that if our forebears would have used this material had it been available then and this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Barber agreed. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion, seconded by Mr. Bohlin, to accept the application with the applicant writing in 5” exposure on the application. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-1 (Mr. Waldo abstained).

4. Patricia Robertson – Install 152’ of 6’ cedar stockade fence at 119 Signal Hill Drive, Dennis (M282-41). The owner was present. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Waldo asked for the purpose of the fence. Ms. Robertson explained it was for privacy, to better delineate between her properties and for the safety of her grandchildren. Mr. Bohlin noted that the Committee tries to stay away from stockade fence. He noted the ends were visible and thought something more decorative would be more appropriate. Ms. Robertson explained she is an avid gardener and would landscape along the fence. She felt anything other than stockade would take away from the privacy. Mr. Crowell understood the concerns and under the circumstance was in favor. Mr. Barber thought since this was just across the rear he could go along with it. Mr. Ciambriello asked if there were pictures of the property. Ms. Robertson said no. Mr. Ciambriello thought a flat board topped fence was a little more appropriate and it looked nicer. Mr. Lomenzo asked if the fence could be shorter than 6 feet. Mr. Robertson explained that the property drops down in the rear so a 6 foot fence will not appear 6 feet tall. A 4 foot fence would look like 3 feet or less and negate what she is trying to do. She won’t get any privacy in her yard. Her partner, John Minty explained the yard slopes about 1.5 to 2 feet down to the rear so a 6 foot fence would stand about 1.5 to 2 feet shorter. Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Crowell, to accept the application as presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 4-0-2 (Mr. Ciambriello and Mr. Waldo abstained). Mr. Lomenzo had to step down for the next three applications. Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber, to elect Mr. Crowell temporary chair for the next three applications. MOTION CARRIED. Voted 5-0-0.


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5. Richard & Cheryl LaPan – New single family dwelling with attached two car garage at 56 Chandler Drive, South Dennis (M176-69). The owners were present. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Bohlin asked for the color of the house and it would be Windham Cream. He also asked how far forward the garage would be of the house. Mr. LaPan answered 12 feet. Mr. Bohlin thought it would be more appropriate to face the garage to the side or move it back. Right now all you see is garage. Mr. LaPan explained that this would be set back quite a bit and there are quite a few trees in front of it. Mr. Bohlin thought the Chandler neighborhood was a colonial or federalist looking neighborhood. He felt this house didn’t look like that with a big window over the garage and a large entry way. Mr. Barber suggested they take the garage slip to the left and bring it back. Mr. LaPan explained that would block the kitchen window but he was not opposed to rotating the garage to enter it from the side. Mr. Barber thought that instead of the dormer in the hip roof it would be more appropriate to make a gable end there so that it would be more in line with a Cape. He also felt that since it was 60 feet back from the street so he could live with the garage forward of the house. Mr. Ciambriello noted that the front of the house were all casement windows. He thought double hung windows with a straight transom would be architecturally more appropriate and look more colonial. He thought there was no need to turn the garage but he did think the square transom in the front entry would be more traditional. Mr. Waldo agreed with Mr. Bohlin regarding the garage and he agreed with Mr. Ciambriello regarding the windows. Mr. Bohlin still thought the garage need to be turned even though it was 60 feet back and he thought they should change the gable end like Mr. Barber suggested. Mr. LaPan had plans that showed some of the changes that the Committee was suggesting. Mr. Bohlin thought they were a vast improvement but still thought the garage should be turned. Mr. Ciambriello thought plan “B” was a big improvement. Mr. Barber suggested using imitation carriage doors on the garage. Mr. LaPan thought he could agree with that. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion, seconded by Mr. Waldo, to allow the applicant to continue to the November 12, 2014 meeting to provide new drawings. APPLICATION CONTINUED. Voted 5-0-0.

6. Sergio & Nancy Colantonio – Alterations (reshingle house with Clay Cedar Impression siding, refloor front deck size 6x22, replace railings) at 94 Pilgrim Road, Dennis (M367-35). The owner was present. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Barber asked where the railings were going. Mr. Colantonio noted they were on the front. Mr. Barber asked if they were composite and they were. Mr. Barber asked if they were white and Mr. Colantonio noted they were grey. Mr. Ciambriello noted he didn’t see the railings. Mr. Colantonio explained they were behind the bushes. Mr. Ciambriello thought this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Waldo asked why there was a picture of the shed. Mr. Colantonio explained they were also siding the shed. Mr. Waldo asked for that to be added to the application but he thought this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Crowell and Mr. Bohlin agreed.


Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber, to accept the application with the stipulation that the owner add residing the shed to the application. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-0.

7. Timothy Monahan – Alterations (modify existing roof line by adding & altering dormers, new farmers porch & deck at rear, previously approved on Feb 13, 2013) at 16 Calvin Drive, Dennis (M308-54). Steven Myers the architect was present. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Bohlin and Mr. Barber thought this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Ciambriello asked what selective demolition meant. Mr. Meyers explained that interior partitions were being removed. Mr. Ciambriello pointed out that the demolition square on the application should not have been marked off. Mr. Meyers noted he would eradicate it. Mr. Waldo and Mr. Bohlin thought this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Barber asked if the dormer were being changed and Mr. Meyers said they were. Mr. Barber thought that made the selective demolition correct. Mr. Ciambriello asked that it be clarified on the application. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion, seconded by Mr. Bohlin, to accept the application with the applicant noting the demolition will be 2 front dormers and the garage roof for a shed dormer. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-0. Mr. Bohlin made a motion to reinstate Mr. Lomenzo as chair person. Mr. Barber seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED. Voted 5-0-1 (Mr. Waldo abstained).

8. Jilma & Brandan Sweeney – 12x20 Shed at 492 Old Bass River Road, East Dennis

(M231-20).

Mr. Ciambriello stepped down. Peter J. Nyberg was present to represent his daughter & son-in-law. There were no comments from abutters or the public. The Committee members agreed this met the concerns of the Act. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion, seconded by Mr. Bohlin, to accept the application with the applicant marking the word “shed” on the rectangle next to the catch basin. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-0.

9. Carl Barberis – Alterations (demolish existing garage/study and replace on same footprint with new garage & sitting room on 1st floor and study on 2nd floor) at 955 Main Street (Route 6A), Dennis (M372-9). Joseph Dick was presented. There were no comments from abutters or the public.


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The Committee agreed this met the concerns of the Act. Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Crowell, to accept the application as present. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-1 (Mr. Waldo abstained).

10. Steven Fischman – Alteration (remove chimney, roof & side to match existing) at 134B Coles Pond Road, East Dennis (M424-1-1). Matt Kaufmann was present. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Crowell thought this met the concerns of the Act since there were plenty of chimneys left. Mr. Barber thought this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Ciambriello thought this met the concerns of the Act but full elevations were required. Mr. Kaufmann noted he would provide the full elevations. Mr. Waldo thought this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Bohlin thought this met the concerns of the Act and he felt the elevations provided were clear and full elevations were not necessary. Mr. Ciambriello stated that the application says clearly that they need complete elevations. Mr. Lomenzo noted that it also says each application on its own merits. Mr. Crowell felt the requirement for full elevations did not come from the Act but was something done by the Committee. Mr. Lomenzo also noted that in this case is not visible form a public way. There was more discussion of whether or not to require full elevation. Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber, to accept the application as presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-1-1 (Mr. Ciambriello opposed and Mr. Waldo abstained).

11. Gary J. Parese Et Ux – Install fence at 22 Roads End, Dennis (M385-26). Andrew Garulay was present. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Crowell thought this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Barber thought this met the concerns of the Act he just asked that the listed the lineal number of feet of each type of fence and the number of gates and arbors. Mr. Ciambriello, Mr. Waldo, and Mr. Barber thought this met the concerns of the Act. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion, seconded by Mr. Crowell, to accept the application with the applicant drawing in the spa and the lineal feet of each kind of fence and the number of arbors and gates. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-1 (Mr. Waldo abstained).

12. Norman Schneeberger – Refiling of previously approved addition and renovation that expired at 189 Sea Street, East Dennis (M422-22). Gordon Clark was present. He explained that he was here because his approval had expired but there were no changes to the plan. There were no comments from the abutters or the public. Mr. Barber noted that the plan expired in 2013 but this plan is dated 2014. He asked if


anything changed. Mr. Clark assured him nothing had changed. Mr. Lomenzo noted that they are approving this plan as if no other existed before. MR. Ciambriello and Mr. Waldo thought this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Bohlin asked that the demolition box be checked. Mr. Crowell thought this met the concerns of the Act. Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Ciambriello, to accept the application with the applicant checking off the demolition box. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-1. Mr. Barber had found a window change. Mr. Lomenzo noted this had to be built to what was approved tonight. If they wanted the old window they would need to submit a letter of amendment.

13. Tom & Susan Leaver – Alterations (demolish sunroom & deck, remodel garage, add family room, new deck, outdoor shower, new garage & breezeway, new screen porch, change windows & add new front entryway) at 15 Monument View Road, East Dennis (M380-23). Gordon Clark was present. There were 2 letter from abutters. Those letters will be maintained with this application in the Building Department file for this property. Mr. Barber noted that the demolition key plan made it easy to understand the plans and he thought this was a big improvement. Mr. Ciambriello echoed Mr. Barber’s comments and thought this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Waldo thought this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Bohlin thought the front entrance was inappropriate for this home. Mr. Crowell thought this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Clark explained this was the entrance the owners wanted. Mr. Bohlin thought it was not appropriate on this house. Motion: Mr. Barber made motion, seconded by Mr. Ciambriello, to accept the application as presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-1-1 (Mr. Bohlin opposed and Mr. Waldo abstained).


Meeting Schedule 2015

Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber, to accept the meeting schedule for 2015. MOTION CARRIED. Voted 5-0-1 (Mr. Waldo abstained).

1 Rutledge Drive – The driveway from Airline was in violation of the Certificate of Appropriateness.

Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion, seconded by Mr. Bohlin, to submit a Request for Investigation to the Building Commissioner. MOTION CARRIED. Voted 5-0-1 (Mr. Waldo abstained).


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26-28 Black Flats Road – Windows not in compliance with the Certificate of Appropriateness.

Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion, seconded by Mr. Bohlin, to submit a Request for Investigation to the Building Commissioner. MOTION CARRIED. Voted 5-0-1 (Mr. Waldo abstained).

18 Split Rock Road – there was a fence without a COA. The Committee decided to not act on it at this time.

30 Christopher Hall Road – there was a covered patio in violation of the Certificate of Exemption.

Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber, to submit a Request for Investigation to the Building Commissioner. MOTION CARRIED. Voted 3-0-3 (Mr. Lomenzo, Mr. Ciambriello, Mr. Waldo abstained).

19 Joy Lane – Letter of Amendment regarding a change of paint colors.

Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion, seconded by Mr. Bohlin, to accept the amendment. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-1 (Mr. Waldo abstained).

45 Cole Pond – Mr. Lomenzo did not think the garage doors were appropriate. Mr. Ciambriello felt that it was appropriate. Mr. Bohlin thought this was not appropriate. Mr. Barber was ok with it since he thought it was more appropriate than what was there. Mr. Lomenzo thought if there were 4 panels it would be appropriate. The Committee agreed to take no action and the office would call the applicant.

256 Paddocks Path – the Committee agreed this was ok.

Johnny Kelley Park – The site visit for the lights will be November 3, 2014 at 7:30pm

Workshop – The workshop is scheduled for November 14, 2014 at noon in the Small Hearing Room. There was a rough agenda. Mr. Barber suggested adding elevation requirements to the agenda

Phil Catchings – Mr. Lomenzo shared Mr. Catching bio with the Committee. He noted that the Committee had the right to have 2 alternates; Mr. Catching will be the second applicant. He would be at the next meeting and the workshop.

Mr. Ciambriello had received a letter but had forgotten it and it could not recall exactly what it was about. He would forward it on.

It was noted that Melpet was changing the name and the Board of Selectmen were looking for a new name. Mr. Lomenzo suggested Summer Wind Farms.

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Made by Mr. Waldo, seconded by Mr. Barber. MEETING ADJOURNED 8:45PM. Voted 5-0-1 (Mr. Waldo abstained).




DATE: Wednesday, October 8, 2014 PRESENT: Chairman Peter Lomenzo, Secretary Frank Ciambriello, Bill Bohlin, Gary Barber, Joshua Crowell, Alternate Robert Waldo ABSENT: STAFF: Laurie Barr CONVENED: 6pm

A public hearing was held in accordance with Chapter 470 of the Acts of 1973, as Amended, at Dennis Town Office, 485 Main Street, South Dennis, on Wednesday, October 8, 2014 at 6:00 P.M. on the following applications for a Certificate of Appropriateness: Mr. Waldo stepped down for the Minutes and Continued Meetings since he was not present at the previous hearing. Minutes:

September 24, 2014 Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber, to accept the minutes as presented. MINUTES APPROVED. Voted 4-0-1 (Mr. Crowell abstained).

Continued Meeting:

1. Louannlynne Family Trust – Construct a new two car garage at 121 & 123Taunton Avenue, Dennis (M322-33 & M322-34). Mr. Ciambriello stepped down. Ginny Giuliani was present. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Bohlin was concerned with the amount of exposure on the foundation. He asked for the shingles to be brought down to the vent windows so the maximum exposure was 12 inches. Mr. Crowell recused himself since he was absent at the original hearing. Mr. Barber agreed the shingles should be brought down to the vent windows and a water table board should be put below that. He had originally thought a barn door instead of the window would make it look more like a barn but he was ok with the way it was drawn. Mr. Lomenzo was concerned the garage doors would be the most visible architectural feature of the structure. He also thought it was inappropriate for the district to have such a large exposure of foundation. He suggested that a style of door like the carriage house doors would be more appropriate. Ms. Giuliani was open to that type of door. She also had a new plot plan that she gave to the Committee that showed the garage turned so that the side of the garage faced the house. She noted that she


preferred the garage doors she had picked but would go along with Committee. Mr. Lomenzo suggested she meet with her architect in the back of the room and when she was done the Committee would call her back to the podium.

2. Marilyn Nouri – Addition (2nd floor sitting room) at 48 Hillside Drive, Dennis (M358-32). There was an email request from the applicant to continue the application to the October 22, 2014 meeting. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion, seconded by Mr. Bohlin, to allow the applicant to continue provided they sign an Extension of Time to Perform. APPLICATION CONTINUED. Voted 4-0-0.

Mr. Waldo stepped in.

Regular Meeting:

1. Joseph Kozakiewicz – Demolition, addition & alterations (remove existing roof, add 2nd floor, & convert 1 car garage to 2 car garage) at 20 Meadow Lane, Dennis (M304-2). Mr. Ciambriello stepped down. Gordy Hatch and Joseph Kozakiewicz were present. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Waldo thought this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Bohlin thought the met the concerns of the Act. He noted the door and window on the addition were switched from what was existing. Mr. Hatch agreed to correct the plans. Mr. Crowell thought this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Barber agreed. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion, seconded by Mr. Bohlin, to accept the application as presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 4-0-1 (Mr. Waldo abstained).

2. Linda Fisher – Addition (20’x15’ screen porch with roof deck, steps, and 13x8 patio) at 94 Scarsdale Road, Dennis (M385-33). Sara Jane Porter was present. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Crowell thought this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Barber thought this helped the architecture of the house. Mr. Ciambriello, Mr. Waldo, and Mr. Bohlin agreed this met the concerns of the Act. Motion: Mr. Crowell made a motion, seconded by Mr. Bohlin, to accept the application as presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-1 (Mr. Waldo abstained).


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1. Louannlynne Family Trust – Construct a new two car garage at 121 & 123Taunton

Avenue, Dennis (M322-33 & M322-34). Mr. Ciambriello stepped down. Mr. Giuliani returned to the podium. She explained the water board will come to vent so there will only be 12” exposure of foundation and she also agreed to carriage house doors. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion, seconded by Mr. Bohlin, to approve the application with the door garage doors being barn type doors and the water table will start 12” above grade so that the maximum exposure of foundation will be 12” and the drawings will be brought in within 2 weeks. APPLICATION CONDITIONALLY APPROVED. Voted 3-0-2 (Mr. Crowell and Mr. Waldo abstained).

Regular Meeting:

3. Joseph & Margaret Angel – Addition & alterations (One story addition, screened porch,

and alter to existing porch) at 125 Whig Street, Dennis (M369-15). Sara Jane Porter was present. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Barber confirmed it was the porch to the right that was being remodel and it was. The Committee agreed this met the concerns of the Act. Motion: Mr. Ciambriello made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber, to accept the application as presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-1 (Mr. Waldo abstained).

4. Richard Halvorsen – Install solar panels at 130 Old Bass River Road, South Dennis (M161-87). Kelly Strickland of Solar City was present. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Ciambriello felt there were quite a few panels on the front part of the garage on a light roof. He asked if they could be relocated to the rear with other panels. Ms. Strickland explained those were the most efficient panels and the owner would not get the most out of the system if they were moved to the rear. Mr. Ciambriello felt this created a two-toned roof that was not appropriate. Mr. Waldo agreed. Mr. Bohlin agreed. He felt this roof looked “mish mashed” and filing the roof might be more appropriate. Mr. Crowell felt that because of the area of the district this was in and the fact that there was a hot water panel there, he thought this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Barber asked if the hot water panels were still in use and they were. Mr. Barber thought this was a very visible roof and he agreed with the other Committee members that this was not appropriate. Mr. Lomenzo also agreed. He felt the efforts to make this


work were good. He suggested the application be continued so that the panels could be reconfigured to get more panels on that roof. Mr. Ciambriello expressed that he would not be in agreement with that because it would still leave a two-toned roof that he felt would not look good. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion, seconded by Mr. Crowell, to allow the application to be continued to the October 22, 2014 meeting. APPLICATION CONTINUED. Voted 5-0-1 (Mr. Waldo abstained).

5. Suzanne D. Genest – Demolition of shed at 37 Sesuit Neck Road, East Dennis (M390-38). Susan Genest was present. There were no comments from abutters or the public.

Mr. Waldo thought it was appropriate to demolish the building. Mr. Bohlin agreed. Mr.

Crowell saw no architectural or historic reason to preserve the structure. Mr. Barber &

Mr. Ciambriello also agreed this met the concerns of the Act.

Motion:


presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5–0–1 (Mr. Waldo abstained).

6. Richard Nagle – Alteration (install 2 skylights at rear of home) at 12 Funn Pond Road,

East Dennis (M338-21). Chris Paine was present. There were no comments from abutters or the public.

Mr. Bohlin thought this was not visible and that this met the concerns of the Act. The rest

of the Committee agreed this met the concerns of the Act.

Motion:


presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5–0-1 (Mr. Waldo abstained).

7. Steven Dodge – Addition (15’x17’ screen porch) at 65 Crockers Path, East Dennis

(M406-3). Tim Sherry was present. There were no comments from abutters or the public.

Mr. Crowell thought this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Barber asked if the chimney

would be brick with the parked top. Mr. Sherry stated that was correct. Mr. Barber asked

that be noted on the plan. He thought this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Ciambriello

noted that none of the drawings were complete elevations. He needed the drawings to

show the existing structure plus the addition and he needed all three elevations.

Otherwise he thought this met concerns the Act. Mr. Waldo thought the addition was fine


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but agreed with Mr. Ciambriello regarding the drawings. Mr. Bohlin thought the addition

was fine and he thought the drawings showed exactly what was being done.

Motion:

Mr. Barber made a motion, seconded by Mr. Ciambriello, to accept the application with

the applicant providing full front rear and right elevation drawings within two weeks.

APPLICATION CONDITIONALLY APPROVED. Voted 5–0-1 (Mr. Waldo abstained).

8. Steve & Karen Campe – Alterations (delete gable end trim, plinth blocks, & shutters on

right side elevation, eliminate skylights at right & left elevations, delete brick chimney & replace with gas fireplace direct vent unit and wood bump out, add fixed picture window above fireplace unit at rear elevation, change clapboard siding to white cedar shingles on front elevation, and shorten deck by 6’) at 76 Wampanoag Trail, Dennis (M347-42). Tom Moore was present. There were no comments from abutters or the public.

Mr. Barber noted that the new drawing should have the changes clouded. He would

have appreciated the clarification as to what was there before. He had no problems with

the project. Mr. Ciambriello stated that he could not add anything to what Mr. Barber

said. Mr. Waldo felt that what was there was fine. Mr. Bohlin agreed with Mr. Barber and

he also asked if there had been a chimney. Mr. Moore noted that chimney had been on

the rear gable and would not have been visible from the street. Mr. Bohlin thought this

met the concerns the Act. Mr. Crowell thought this meant the concerns of the Act. Mr.

Lomenzo asked if the original drawings were present. They were not.

Motion:

Mr. Crowell made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber, to accept the application as

presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-1 (Mr. Waldo abstained).

9. Suzanne Fleming – Addition (14’x20’ family room addition on right side of house to sit

on a 4’ foundation) at 4 Crosby Circle, East Dennis (M219-12). Ryan Campbell of R. A. Campbell Enterprises was present. There were no comments


Mr. Ciambriello thought this met the concerns of Act. Mr. Waldo asked what the

exposure of the foundation would be. Mr. Campbell answered no more than 12 inches.

Mr. Waldo had no problems with the application. Mr. Bohlin asked about the gable end

having no windows. Mr. Campbell explained there were bookcases on that wall. Mr.

Bohlin thought that elevation needed a window. He also noted there were a lot of

marked trees on the property and asked if they would be coming down. The owner

stated that just the smaller ones would be taken down. Mr. Crowell also felt there

needed to be windows on the gable end. He thought it would look better than a wall of

shingles. Mr. Barber thought this met the concerns of the Act but he was also concerned


about the number of marked trees. He asked for the trees that were being removed be

noted on the plans. Mr. Lomenzo noted that the right side gable is a mass of wall that

needed windows or other architectural features such as lattice or an arbor. He also felt

the trees being removed needed to be indicated on the landscape plan. The owner

stated that windows on the gable end would look at the neighbor’s garage. She asked if

a large window above would be acceptable. Mr. Lomenzo stated that anything to break

up the mass would be helpful.

Motion:

Mr. Bohlin made a motion, second by Mr. Crowell, to allow the applicant to continue to

October 22, 2014. APPLICATION CONTINUED. Voted 5–0-1 (Mr. Waldo abstained).

10. Mark A. Contardo – Demolition & addition (demo portion of existing rood, add dormers

and new windows, build bonus room above garage) at 10 Tuckoosa Road, South Dennis (M200-91). Mr. Waldo stepped down. Richard Soares was present. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Bohlin, Mr. Crowell, and Mr. Barber thought this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Ciambriello noted that the Committee needed complete elevation drawings. Mr. Lomenzo was confused by the application. He agreed they needed the full drawings. Mr. Barber did not agree they need full drawings in this case since nothing in the house was changing. Mr. Bohlin agreed full elevations were not necessary because it was clear with the applicant wanted to do. Mr. Lomenzo thought the Committee had to be consistent in requiring the full elevation drawings. Motion: Mr. Ciambriello made a motion to allow the applicant to continue for two weeks to get the appropriate drawings. Mr. Barber amended that application be approved subject to applicant providing the corrected drawings within two weeks. Mr. Ciambriello accepted the amendment. Mr. Bohlin seconded the amended motion. APPLICATION CONDITIONALLY APPROVED. Voted 5-0-1.

11. Edwin Urie – Install solar panels at 6 Billingsgate Road, Dennis (M282-85).

Kelly Strickland was present. Michael Cloonan of 22 Run Pond Rd. was present to

support the proposal.

Mr. Waldo didn't like the partial coverage of the porch roofline. He thought the porch roof

should be covered completely. Mr. Bohlin agreed. He noted it was very visible from the

street and he felt even with the entire porch roof covered it would be a little bit of a

stretch to say it was appropriate. Mr. Crowell agreed with Mr. Bohlin. Mr. Barber

suggested making the configuration 3 panels high and six panels wide. Mr. Ciambriello

did not think this was appropriate. He felt the black panels on a tan roof destroyed the

farmer’s porch. Mr. Lomenzo did not think this was appropriate. It did not blend with the


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structure. He felt it created two-tone farmers porch roof. Ms. Strickland noted this was

the only mounting plane available to them. Mr. Lomenzo the thought it was not

appropriate and could not see any obvious solution to where to move them. Mr.

Ciambriello felt a plot plan would help the committee decide. Mr. Lomenzo gave the

applicant the option to withdraw the application, continue the application, or call for a

vote of the Committee. Ms. Strickland asked to withdraw the application.

Motion:

Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Crowell, to allow the applicant to withdraw

the application. APPLICATION WITHDRAWN. Voted 5–0-1 (Mr. Waldo abstained).

12. G. Stankiewicz – Addition (15’x17’ family room) at 14 Terrace Hill Drive (M335-73).

Larry Bruitti was present. There were no comments from abutters or the public.

Mr. Crowell thought this met the concerns of the Act since it was not visible. Mr. Barber

thought this met the concerns of the Act; he asked the applicant to outline the addition in

red on the plot plan. The rest of the Committee agreed this met the concerns of the Act.

Motion:

Mr. Barber made a motion, seconded by Mr. Crowell, to accept the application with the

plot plan indicating the addition marked in red. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-

1 (Mr. Waldo abstained).

13. David Welch – Install solar panels at 238 Greenland Circle, East Dennis (M341-16).

Jason Stoots was present. There were no comments from the abutters or the public.

Mr. Barber thought this met the concerns of the Act since it was not visible. Mr.

Ciambriello explained that a plot plan was required. He asked the applicant to please

submit one next time. The rest of the Committee agreed this met the concerns of the

Act.

Motion:

Mr. Barber made a motion, seconded by Mr. Crowell, to accept the application as

presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5–0-1 (Mr. Waldo abstained).

14. Tom Slyman – Alterations (landscaping removing trees and bushes to install driveway)

at 38 Scarsdale Road, Dennis (M370-5). Tom Slyman was present. There were no comments from abutters or the public.

Mr. Ciambriello asked how many trees were being removed and how tall they were. Mr.

Slyman answered five scrub pines and one birch that were all about 15 feet tall. The

Committee agreed this met the concerns of the Act.


Motion:


presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5–0–1(Mr. Waldo abstained).

Informal Meeting:

1. Amy Hemmings – Install 6’ stockade fence at 40 Hickory Lane, South Dennis (M177-3).

Mr. Lomenzo explained that in an informal hearing there was no voting and they "let the feathers fly" so the applicant gets open and clear feedback. Atty. Andrew Singer and Amy Hemmings were present. Atty. Singer gave the background of the situation. He also gave photos the Committee. The purpose of the fence was to keep two Boxers in. Ideally they would not like to change the fence since it had been paid for and installed. Mr. Ciambriello stated that he lived on Hickory Street in the 80's and that it was a nice street in a nice neighborhood. He felt stockade fences of that multitude were not appropriate and looked like a barricade him. He was concerned that when Ms. Hemmings bought the home no one told her she was in the Historic District. He felt the fence company should've told her. He felt bad but did not feel the fence appropriate. Mr. Barber had dogs so he understood the need for a more solid fence. He thought the left side and rear could be appropriate. He thought a 4 foot fence off the right back corner of the house street back to the rear property line would be more appropriate. Mr. Crowell thought this was troublesome. He personally had a problem with fences. He grew up on Cape Cod and the only fences they had then were picket fences and post & rail fences. He understood the dilemma and was annoyed with the fence company. He felt he could go along with Mr. Barber's suggestion. Mr. Bohlin agreed with Mr. Barber and Mr. Crowell. He was upset the fence company put the fence up without a Certificate of Appropriateness. He was willing to work with the applicant and felt that if they put a 4 foot fence up along Gage's Way then he could live with that. Mr. Lomenzo felt that the fence was almost totally inappropriate. He felt this particular setting had a huge percent of fences that were down the middle of the back of the lot. He felt fences in the back were more cohesive to this neighborhood. He felt the fence line did not near need to be near Gage's Way and that there were other ways to fence in dogs. He felt it was not fair to the Committee that they had to work with this because the fence was already there but he was not sure he wanted to blame the applicant. The contractor did not get a permit and there was a lot of liability with that. He felt strongly there should be no stockade along Gage's Way. He suggested chain-link and picket as options. He also had two dogs but could not build the District around the needs of dogs. Mr. Ciambriello had other possible alternatives. Mr. Barber explained this is a very wooded lot and eventually the stockade would fade to gray and would blend even more if they moved in from Gage's Way. George Pierce, Ms. Hemming's dad, asked if landscaping such as a privet hedge would help. Mr. Lomenzo explained that vegetation always helped. He also explained the issue came down to Gage's Way and dealing with a violation where the fence exists and they were trying to make something work. Atty. Singer and Ms. Hemmings thanked the Committee for their time.


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83 Scargo Hill Road – Mr. Lomenzo had asked for the Exemption to be brought to the meeting since this was a sensitive area. The Committee was ok with it. EXEMPTION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-1 (Mr. Waldo abstained).

26 Black Flats Road – There was a concern that the structure was not built as it was approved. Ms. Barr would email the approved plans to the Committee for review at the next meeting.

1 Rutledge Road – Mr. Barber was concerned there was a driveway that had not been approved. Ms. Barr stated she would email the approved plans to the Committee for review at the next meeting.

Motion to Adjourn:

Made by Mr. Crowell, seconded by Mr. Waldo. MEETING ADJOURNED AT 8:31PM. Voted 6-0-0.


APPROVED 10.22.14 Voted 5-0-1 (Mr. Waldo abstained).



DATE: Wednesday, September 24, 2014 PRESENT: Chairman Peter Lomenzo, Secretary Frank Ciambriello, Bill Bohlin, Gary Barber ABSENT: Joshua Crowell, Alternate Robert Waldo STAFF: Laurie Barr CONVENED: 6pm

A public hearing was held in accordance with Chapter 470 of the Acts of 1973, as Amended, at Dennis Town Office, 485 Main Street, South Dennis, on Wednesday, September 24, 2014 at 6:00 P.M. on the following applications for a Certificate of Appropriateness: Minutes:

September 10, 2014 Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber, to accept the minutes as presented. MINUTES APPROVED. Voted 3-0-1 (Mr. Lomenzo abstained).

Continued Meeting:

1. Semina, LLC. c/o Dr. Elmir Sehic – Demolish barn and chicken coup at 489 Main Street (Route 6A), Dennis (M306-44). Atty. Emir Sehic was present. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Barber believed this should come down since there was no historical significance. Mr. Bohlin believed one of the Committee’s jobs was to save buildings but since this was in tough shape tearing it down was appropriate. Mr. Ciambriello agreed. Motion: Mr. Ciambriello made a motion, seconded by Mr. Bohlin, to approve the application as presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 4-0-0.

2. Jeanne Johnson – Install solar panels at 85 Harbor Road, East Dennis (M419-15). WITHDRAWN Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber, to allow the applicant to withdraw their application. APPLICATION WITHDRAWN. Voted 4-0-0.

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3. Mid-Cape Development, LLC – New 2-story home at 109 Seaside Avenue, Dennis (M387-8). Rob Chamberlain and Don Baker were present with new plans. They shared they had met with the neighbor to the rear and satisfied his concerns. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Bohlin liked the windows being changed to double hung windows. He asked if there was a cut sheet on what the light post will look like. There wasn’t but Mr. Chamberlain indicated it will be a colonial style. Mr. Bohlin agreed that would be appropriate. He noted the landscape plan was not very detailed. Mr. Chamberlain indicated the screening would be Leyland Cyprus since they are usually available. Mr. Ciambriello liked the house but the windows scaled out at 4’6” instead of the 3’10” noted on the window schedule. He felt the 8” difference would change the appearance. Mr. Chamberlain noted they would correct the window schedule. Mr. Barber appreciated the applicants redoing the plans and liked the changes. Mr. Lomenzo questioned why the evergreen screening had to go all along the property line, right up to Seaside. He felt this enclosed an open neighborhood. Mr. Bohlin suggested removing any evergreens forward of the house which would be 4 on each side. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion, seconded by Mr. Bohlin, to accept the application with the post light being in keeping with a colonial and the screen plantings on either side of the property being removed 4 back from Seaside Ave, and the window schedule be changed to reflect 4’6” windows. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 4-0-0.

Regular Meeting:

1. Shelly & Jenny Silver – Alterations (remove deck railings and replace with Azek railings, demo 2’x14’ balcony & replace with 8’x14’ balcony) at 8 Maureens Way, Dennis (M354-13). Shelly Silver was present. An abutter, Brenda, was present to support the project and noted it is not visible. The Committee agreed this met the concerns of the Act. Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber to accept the minutes as presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 4-0-0.

2. Gus Cunningham – Alterations (remove T-111 siding, roof, deck planks and rails, and replace with cedar siding, standing seam metal roof, and IPE wood decking with glass & cable railings, and replace windows) at 16 Maureens Way, Dennis (M354-11). Mr. Lomenzo stepped down. Mr. Bohlin nominated Mr. Barber as temporary chair. There was no second. Mr. Barber nominated Mr. Ciambriello as temporary chair. Mr. Ciambriello seconded the motion and called for a voted. MOTION CARRIED. Voted 2-1-0 (Mr. Bohlin opposed).

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Andrea Morton was present with Brenda McKennan the owner. Shelly Silver an abutter was present to support the project. Mr. Barber noted that a metal roof would not usually be acceptable but in this case it would be ok although he preferred to see it be forest green. He also preferred Hardi plank siding over the metal siding. Mr. Bohlin asked if the owners would object to a green metal roof. Ms. McKennan said that they would do whatever he Committee required but they had picked the Colonial red and that was what they preferred. Mr. Bohlin felt this was not visible he could approve the Colonial red metal roof and for the metal siding he could defer to the owners’ desires. Mr. Ciambriello felt this was a unique house and that metal roofs were very historic in his opinion. He thought this met the requirements of the Act. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion, seconded by Mr. Bohlin, to accept the application as presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 3-0-0.

3. Louannlynne Family Trust – Construct a new two car garage at 121 & 123Taunton Avenue, Dennis (M322-33 & M322-34).

Mr. Ciambriello stepped down. The applicant was not present. She had called the office to let the Committee know an emergency did not allow them to attend. She asked for the Committee to move forward with the application and if they could not she requested they continue the application to the October 8, 2014 meeting. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Bohlin was concerned this was large for the lot. Mr. Barber felt this was set back so he didn’t have a problem approving this. Mr. Lomenzo noted that site was not staked so he suggested a site visit might be appropriate. Mr. Bohlin agreed since he was not comfortable voting on this. He felt this size could be diminished. Mr. Barber was also concerned there was 4 feet of concrete showing. Mr. Lomenzo requested the applicant have the site staked and they allow the Committee to have a site visit prior to the next meeting. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion, seconded by Mr. Bohlin, to allow the application to be continued to the October 8, 2014 in order to have a site visit. APPLICATION CONTINUED. Voted 3-0-0.

4. Coolidge Way Trust – Alterations (new Cedar Impression in Sterling Grey) at 28 Coolidge Way, Dennis (M345-25). Don Keith & Karen Huston were present. There were no comments from abutters or the public.


Mr. Ciambriello was concerned that the shingle joint impressions were too wide. Mr. Barber and Mr. Bohlin agreed this met the concerns of the Act. Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber, to accept the application as presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Vote 3-1-0 (Mr. Ciambriello opposed).

5. Marilyn Nouri – Addition (2nd floor sitting room) at 48 Hillside Drive, Dennis (M358-32). John Hartigan was present. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Barber thought this would lend to the neighborhood. He asked what the siding would be and it would be white cedar to match the existing. Mr. Barber asked to have that filled in on the application and it met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Bohlin felt the front dormer was not appropriate. Mr. Ciambriello needed a plot plan. He was concerned because the elevations were label north and south so he didn’t know which elevation was the front. He was concerned that the north elevation would look better without transom windows. Mr. Lomenzo thought the front needed a little more dimension. Mr. Bohlin thought it should be higher. Mr. Barber suggested making the front elevation look like the rear. Mr. Hartigan agreed to redraw this and return in 2 weeks. Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Ciambriello, to allow the application to be continued to October 8, 2014. APPLICATION CONTINUED. Voted 4-0-0.

6. Mark Stoever – Addition (8’x40’ Farmer’s porch) at 94 Hillside Drive, Dennis (M357-74). Marc Thomis was present. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Bohlin thought this was what a farmer’s porch should look like and thought this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Ciambriello agreed. Mr. Barber confirmed that the eve of the farmer’s porch will come in line with the existing windows and it was. Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber, to accept the application as presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 4-0-0.

7. Alan & Debra LaPierre – Demolition of sun room at 89 Stephen Phillips Road, East Dennis (M419-26). Gordon Clark and Alan LaPierre were present. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Ciambriello saw no reason to not allow this demolition. Mr. Barber and Mr. Bohlin agreed. Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber, to accept the application as presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 4-0-0.


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8. Alan & Debra LaPierre – Addition and alterations (new sunroom with roof access,

tower; New windows, roof & side wall; New spiral stairs at rear) at 89 Stephen Phillips Road, East Dennis (M419-26). Gordon Clark and Alan LaPierre were present. There was a discussion whether or not the plans were drawn correctly. Mr. Lomenzo noted that whatever was drawn and approved must be what was built. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Barber disclosed he had worked with Gordon & Nordy in the past but it would not affect his decision. He thought this was more appropriate than what is there now and it met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Bohlin was concerned because the application did not note a new door and gable over the door but the plans were drawn with one. Mr. Clark offered to add it to the application. Mr. Bohlin also noted that the west elevation has more than 8” of foundation exposure on left side so he suggested bringing the shingles down or adding stone to the exposed foundation. Mr. Clark explained they would like to put stone veneer on the foundation. Mr. Ciambriello agreed this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Clark noted he would resubmit the drawings showing the foundation covered with the stone veneer. Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber, to accept the application as presented with the stipulation that the applicant will add on to the first page of the application the addition of a new front entry way and stone veneer will be added to the exposed foundation. APPLICATION CONDITIONALLY APPROVED. Voted 4-0-0.

9. Ralph & Nancy Aceti – Demolition & Addition (remove garage & kitchen, construct new garage, kitchen, & larger deck at rear) at 19 Garden Road, Dennis (M328-17). Mr. Lomenzo called for a nomination for chair since he had to step down. Mr. Bohlin nominated Mr. Barber, seconded by Mr. Lomenzo. MOTION CARRIED. Voted 4-0-0. Trevor Kurzhaus had corrected plans. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Bohlin thought this was a great looking addition and it met the concerns of the Act. He confirmed the chimney was staying and it was. Mr. Ciambriello thought this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Barber agreed. Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Ciambriello, to accept the application as presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 3-0-0.

10. Mark Gowetski – Demolition (remove roof) at 13 Joy Lane, Dennis (M389-34). Tom O’Neill was present. There were no comments from abutters or the public. The Committee agreed this met the concerns of the Act.


Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber, to accept the application as presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 4-0-0.

11. Mark Gowetski – Addition & alterations (addition two car garage and renovations to existing home) at 13 Joy Lane, Dennis (M389-34). Tom O’Neill was present. He had three options for the Committee based on the site visit. Mr. Lomenzo suggested he present the owner’s preference. This was option A. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Barber felt he could go along with the changes. Mr. Bohlin felt the changes were appropriate and this looked like a barn was supposed. He believed it met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Ciambriello agreed. Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Ciambriello, to accept option A. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 4-0-0.

12. Les Patrick – Alterations (windows, doors, shingling & roofing) at 1889 Route 6A, East Dennis (M381-7). Les Patrick was present. There were no comments from abutters or the public. The Committee agreed this met the concerns of the Act. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion, seconded by Mr. Bohlin, to accept the application as presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 4-0-0.

13. Deborah Ford – Demolition & alterations (remove roof, new second floor, replace 1st floor windows on front corner) at 26 Sears Road, East Dennis (M381-12). Tom Camire was present. There were no comments from abutters or the public. The Committee agreed this met the concerns of the Act. Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber, to accept the application as presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 4-0-0.

Informal:

1. Town of Dennis – Lighting at Tennis Court and Baseball Fields at Johnny Kelley Park, 180 Old Bass River Road, South Dennis (M161-81). Dustin Pineau, Director of Beach & Recreation, and Andrew Dyjak of Musco Lighting were present. Mr. Dyjak had a slide show presentation that covered the different types of lights, the proposed locations for the lights, and other details.


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Mr. Lomenzo shared that informal hearings the Committee “let’s the feathers fly”. Mr. Ciambriello was concerned with having lighting for special events. He was looking for protection for the people at the park as opposed to having the lighting constricted to the field. Mr. Barber agreed with Mr. Ciambriello and noted that maybe the parking lights could stay on 20 minutes longer to allow people time to safely get to their cars. Mr. Bohlin thought this was a great idea. He was concerned with what the neighbors will see and what it will look like when you drive by. Mr. Ciambriello questioned why there was a need for lights there now. Mr. Pineau explained they were trying to make the park more accessible for the community to use. Mr. Bohlin felt that if the lights were needed or not was not for the Committee to decide. He felt the Committee should only be concerned with the appearance and the setting. Mr. Lomenzo was not a fan of this project; however he was amazed by the technology being brought forward. He wondered if there was capability to screen the park more than it was already. He suggested the Committee drive by some other parks in the area with these lights. He also suggested a formal application be filed and site visit requeste


Wixon School Solar Array – A letter of amendment regarding the fence and the

plantings was approved.

22 Tempus Way – A letter of amendment regarding the reconfiguration of the previously

solar panels was approved.

100 Corporation Road – A letter of amendment regarding changing one window was

approved.

15 Howes Street – The Committee voted to submit a request for the investigation to the

Building Commissioner regarding the chimney. Voted 4-0-0.

Demolition Policy – Going forward only demolitions of entire structures including

accessory structures will require a separate Certificate of Demolition. Any partial

demolition will be indicated on the Certificate of Appropriateness by checking the

appropriate demolition box and being fully described. Voted 4-0-0.

Motion to Adjourn:

Made by Mr. Bohlin, seconded by Mr. Barber. MEETING ADJOURNED AT 8:56PM.

Voted 4-0-0.


Town of Dennis



DATE: Wednesday, September 10, 2014 PRESENT: Secretary Frank Ciambriello, Joshua Crowell Bill Bohlin, Gary Barber ABSENT: Chairman Peter Lomenzo, Alternate Robert Waldo STAFF: Laurie Barr CONVENED: 6pm

A public hearing was held in accordance with Chapter 470 of the Acts of 1973, as Amended, at Dennis Town Office, 485 Main Street, South Dennis, on Wednesday, September 10, 2014 at 6:00 P.M. on the following applications for a Certificate of Appropriateness: Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber, to appoint Mr. Crowell as Acting Chair for this meeting. MOTION CARRIED. Voted 4-0-0. Minutes:

August 27, 2014 Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber, to accept the minutes as presented. MINUTES APPROVED. Voted 4-0-0.

Regular Meeting:

1. Hodell & Virginia Anderson – Replace existing shed with larger (16x12) shed at 18 & 24 Howes Street, Dennis (M388-10). Hodell Anderson was present. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Barber thought this met the concerns. He noted that we usually require full elevation drawings but thought that what he had presented was sufficient. Mr. Bohlin agreed. Mr. Anderson had drawings from Pine Harbor. Mr. Ciambriello asked if Mr. Anderson owned both properties, even though he noted that it was not our purview. Mr. Anderson answered that he owned one parcel and his wife owned the other. Mr. Ciambriello suggested he get a letter from his spouse giving permission to put the shed on her property. The rest of the Committee felt that was not necessary. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion, seconded by Mr. Bohlin, to accept the application as presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 4-0-0.


2. Joseph Sullivan – Alterations (remove & replace front door windows, and sliding door) at 10 Linda Way, South Dennis (M172-7). Vasco Nunez was present. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Bohlin thought this application was very complete and had no problems with the project. Mr. Ciambriello and Mr. Barber agreed this met the concerns of the Act. Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber to accept the application as presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 4-0-0.

3. Bonnie Shea – Alterations (Remove & replace windows) at 4 Thoreau Drive, Dennis (M255-38). Vasco Nunez was present. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Ciambriello felt the pictures were not sufficient and that ¼” to 1’ scaled drawings were required for changing the windows from 12/12 to 6/6. Mr. Barber thought this met the concerns of the Act and did not agree that the grill configuration change required full drawings. Mr. Bohlin agreed with Mr. Barber. Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber, to accept the application as presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 3-1-0 (Mr. Ciambriello opposed).

4. Jeanne Johnson – Install solar panels at 85 Harbor Road, East Dennis (M419-15). Greg Lacasse of Trinity Solar was present. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Barber noted that it was on the rear but the rear was very visible. He asked if it could be a solid black panel. Mr. Lacasse explained the panels would be black on black. Mr. Barber felt that it would be more appropriate to be configured on one roof but Mr. Lacasse stated that was not possible. Mr. Barber stated that this was visible from Stephen Philip Road and he had a problem with it not covering the roof. Mr. Bohlin agreed with Mr. Barber. He explained this was a very historic part of town and black panels on a brown roof would be very visible from Stephen Phillips Road. He felt that as presented this application was not appropriate. Mr. Ciambriello pointed out that the two drawings presented did not correspond with one another. He felt the drawings should be accurate and that this was visible from Stephen Phillips Road. Mr. Lacasse explained that the drawings didn’t make a difference if the application wasn’t approvable. Mr. Barber stated that he was no against solar panels. He was looking to see consistency on the roof. He suggested configuring the panels to cover more of the roof. Mr. Bohlin still had concerns. Mr. Lacasse was concerned he was wasting his time. Mr. Crowell was inclined to agree with Mr. Barber that if the panels could be reconfigured then it would be approvable.

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Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber, to allow the applicant to continue the application to the September 24, 2014 meeting. APPLICATION CONTINUED. Voted 4-0-0.

5. Walter Crowell – Construct 10x12 shed at 5 Funn Pond Drive, Dennis (M338-22). Andrew Warburton was present. There were no comments from abutters. Mr. Bohlin and Mr. Ciambriello thought this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Barber wanted to see shingles on the sides that could be seen from the road. Mr. Crowell agreed. Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber, to accept the application with the stipulation the two sides visible from Route 134 & Funn Pond will be shingled. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 4-0-0.

6. Joseph Eysie – Alterations (install siding & trim) at 28 Danvers Lane, Dennis (M318-42). Joseph Eysie was present. There were not comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Ciambriello noted that the exposure on wood shingle should be between 5-6”. Mr. Eysie preferred a 7” exposure. Mr. Barber agreed with Mr. Ciambriello and noted that a 7” exposure was for more of a shake as opposed to a shingle. Mr. Bohlin and Mr. Crowell agreed that 7” was too large an exposure. Mr. Eysie agreed to reduce the exposure to 5”. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion, seconded by Mr. Ciambriello, to accept the application with the owner reducing the exposure to 5”. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 4-0-0.

7. Bernita Krueger- Alterations (remove back door & replace with slide, move kitchen window, 7 install new roof window) at 54 Captain Walsh Road, Dennis (M287-3).

Alexander Ranney was present. There were no comments from abutters or the public. The Committee agreed this met the concerns of the Act. Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber, to accept the application as presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 4-0-0.


8. Mid-Cape Development, LLC – Demolition of structure at 109 Seaside Avenue, Dennis (M387-8). Don Baker and Rob Chamberlain were present. Bob Stout of 41 Seaside Avenue had comments regarding the new structure. He was asked to hold those until that application. Mr. Bohlin saw no historic value to this and believed it met the requirements of the Act. The Committee agreed. Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Ciambriello, to accept the application as presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 4-0-0.

9. Mid-Cape Development, LLC – New 2-story home at 109 Seaside Avenue, Dennis (M387-8). Don Baker and Rob Chamberlain were present. Bob Stout of 41 Seaside Avenue was present. He thought the proposed structure was very attractive. He was concerned there was no chimney while every house on Seaside had one. He also felt a chimney that was white with a black band would be more appropriate. He was also concerned that the two-car driveway and parking area took up an inordinate amount of the front yard. He suggested removing the parking area. He also pointed out that the rest of the neighborhood had seashell or pea stone. He also asked that the lights should be LED to reduce the glare, Ed Beard an immediate abutter appreciated the improvement to the neighborhood. He was concerned that the existing natural buffer should remain and that the bounds be verified by a surveyor. Mr. Bohlin believed the house deserved a chimney. He also felt a full landscape plan should be presented. He agreed the driveway should be seashell or pea stone and the buffer should be verified. He was concerned with the grill configuration but thought the house looked great. Mr. Ciambriello thought double hung windows in place of the casement windows would be more appropriate. He felt this was a very historical area and a chimney would be appropriate. He agreed there need to be a landscape plan. He felt that there were paved driveways in that area. He felt the parking area was more for a turnaround area for safety and was appropriate. Mr. Barber agreed with Mr. Ciambriello that there should be double hung windows instead of casements. He did not have a problem with the paved areas although he noted they could roll a pea stone into the pavement but he did feel there needed to be a landscape plan. He felt a chimney would be appropriate at the 2 intersecting ridges. Mr. Chamberlain agreed to do double hung windows. He pointed out that the width of the driveway matches the two car garage and that the area referred to as a parking area was not for parking but for a turn around. He felt the landscape plan was shown on the site plan and was not sure what more was required. Mr. Bohlin explained a clear landscape plan would should what


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vegetation will remain and what will be removed. Mr. Chamberlain also agreed to put up a chimney if necessary. He also noted he would look into LED lights but they are not always available in colonial lights. Mr. Barber did not feel onion lights with LED bulbs would look appropriate. Mr. Crowell would not require a faux chimney to be put on the house. Mr. Barber did not think the roof elevations were long enough to merit a chimney. Mr. Stout felt that pea stone being rolled in the blacktop would give a nice looking surface. He still maintained there were 15 driveways that were pea stone or shell and would like something other than just shiny black top. Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber, to allow the applicant to continue the application for 2 weeks. APPLICATION CONTINUED. Voted 4-0-0.

10. Jacqueline Donovan – New single family home at 11 Surrey Lane, East Dennis (M235-9) Mike Williams was present. He had new plans for the Committee. There were no comments from the abutters or the public. Mr. Ciambriello liked the changes. He suggested spacing the dormers evenly over the door and windows. Mr. Barber pointed out the plot plan shows the garage entering from the side. Mr. Williams had a new plot plan. Mr. Barber asked for the vegetation to remain to be depicted but this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Bohlin agreed with Mr. Barber regarding the landscape plan. He was concerned with the dormers. He felt dog house dormers with a shed dormer connecting them would be more appropriate. Mr. Crowell understood what Mr. Ciambriello was saying but felt the rendering made it blend better. Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber, to accept the application with the stipulation the applicant provide 2 copies of a detailed landscape plane within 2 weeks. APPLICATION APPROVED CONDITIONALLY. Vote 4-0-0.


There was a letter regarding 15 Howes Street for a complaint of a silver cap on a

chimney. It was suggested that should be a brought before the Committee on a Letter of

Amendment. Mr. Crowell would try to reach the contractor.

Mr. Bohlin was concerned with an exemption for skylights at 12 Funn Pond. He wanted

the Committee to require a full application.

Mr. Crowell noted that he will not be at September 24, 2014 meeting. Mr. Bohlin will be

out for the October 8, 2014 meeting.


Motion to Adjourn:

Made by Mr. Bohlin, seconded by Mr. Ciambriello. MEETING ADJOURNED AT 7:40PM. Voted

4-0-0.

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improve the house with new shingles. Mr. Ciambriello didn’t feel a site visit was necessary; he had no problem approving the demolition of the barn and shed. Mr. Barber felt the same. Mr. Lomenzo felt a site visit was appropriate since the structures had been there for over 100+. Atty. Sehic had no objection to a site visit. Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber, to allow the applicant to continue the application to allow for a site visit. APPLICATION CONTINUED TO SEPTEMBER 10, 2014. Voted 3-1-0 (Mr. Ciambriello opposed the site visit).

3. Lois & Paul Katanik – Alterations (replace shingles with vinyl clapboard, front only) at 59 South Street, East Dennis (M398-19). Ashley Rigoni of Goff Brothers was presented. Mr. Lomenzo had an email from Eli Whitney opposed to the siding. A copy of this email will be maintained with this application in the Building Department file for this property. Mr. Lomenzo noted that correspondence should be sent to the Historic Office. Mr. Ciambriello asked for a sample, the exposure, and whether they were using the smooth side or the rough. Ms. Rigoni apologized but was not able to get a sample, the exposure was to be 4” and they would be installing the rough side. Mr. Ciambriello felt the smooth side exposed would be more appropriate. Mr. Barber agreed and thought this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Bohlin thought either side could be exposed and this met the concerns of the act. Mr. Lomenzo was concerned there was no sample since there multiple versions of Hardi plank. It was explained it would be the type that looked like clapboard. Mr. Barber explained that if this was wood it would be installed with the smooth side out. Mr. Lomenzo agreed the smooth side should face out. Motion: Mr. Ciambriello made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber, to accept the application with the 2 following changes; 1. The applicant agrees to have the smooth side of the Hardi board exposed at 4” and 2. The application needed to be changed to eliminate the word vinyl. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 4-0-0. It was noted that only the public notice and agenda read “vinyl” but the application did not read vinyl.

4. Arnold & Margaret Bossi – Build 10x14 shed at 185 Corporation Road, Dennis (M387-1). Margaret Bossi was present. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Barber thought this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Bohlin asked for the exposure of the cement foundation. Ms. Bossi noted it would be less than 12”. Mr. Bohlin thought this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Ciambriello was concerned with the double doors drawn in on the elevation drawings. He wanted to be sure those were the doors being used. Ms. Bossi explained that those were the actual doors being used. Mr. Ciambriello asked her to initial the doors. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion, seconded by Mr. Bohlin, to accept the application as


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presented. Mr. Ciambriello amended that the applicant will initial the doors. Mr. Barber accepted the amendment. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 4-0-0.

5. Marisa Biehl – Demolition north wing and replace with addition, add a 12x14 screen porch on south side and alterations (replace windows, doors, roof & siding) at 10 Fiord Drive, South Dennis (M172-161). Marisa Biehl was present. Meryl Stacy an abutter from 16 Fiord Drive was present but had no comments; she was just interested in the project. The Committee agreed the changes would be an improvement and met the requirements of the Act. Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Ciambriello, to accept the application as presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 4-0-0.

6. Mary Ekmalian – Install pool fencing and landscape plan at 23 Scargo Heights Road, Dennis (M354-3). Sara Jane Porter was present. Michael & Claudia Skohl of 21 Scargo Heights Road were present and concerned that trees along their property line would be cut. Ms. Porter explained that trees won’t be cut and the property line will be marked. She noted the owner was also interested in keeping a buffer between the two properties. Mr. Ciambriello was confused by the plot plan. He felt the location of the street needed to be indicated. Based on the clarification he felt this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Barber thought this met the requirements of the Act. He suggested marking the trees to be cut so that everyone was aware which trees would be taken down prior to it happening. Ms. Porter agreed to do that. Mr. Bohlin agreed with Mr. Barber’s suggestion. Mr. Lomenzo was concerned which trees would be removed to install the pool. Ms. Porter explained that no trees would be cut for the pool, but a few trees would be removed for the septic tank. She also noted that all new trees that would be planted would be of a similar height to those taken down. Mr. Barber suggested amending the narrative in the application packet to reflect the marking of the trees and the trees being added will be of a similar height. Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Ciambriello, to accept the application with the understanding that the applicant will mark all the trees to be cut for the approval by the neighbors that they are not on their property and that trees of similar height will be planted to replace any vegetation that is taken out. Mr. Ciambriello suggested amending the motion to say that the trees will be marked to retain the existing privacy between the two properties. Ms. Porter suggested amending the narrative to say all trees that are going to be removed shall be marked to ensure that none of the neighbors and all trees to be removed on the owner’s property will be replaced with like size trees. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 3-1-0 (Mr. Barber opposed).


7. CapeAbilities – Construct 70x48 greenhouse at 452 Route 6A, Dennis (M305-8).

Mike Williams was present. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Barber had a problem with the plot plan. He noted the structure was no represented as 70x48 but instead was 50x30. Mr. Williams explained that he was looking at the wrong greenhouse and he had a clearer plot plan that he passed out to the Committee. Mr. Bohlin thought this was not visible and met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Barber noted that the two buildings that were already approved should not have been labeled proposed to eliminate confusion. Mr. Lomenzo thought this was an invalid application. The submitted plot plan shows different vegetation from the new plot plan which does not match what is currently there nor what has been approved. Mr. Barber pointed out that the new site plan has totally different landscape. Mr. Williams explained he was just trying to clarify the greenhouse with this plan and had no intention of deviating from the approved landscape. Mr. Lomenzo suggested allowing the applicant to withdraw without prejudice. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion, seconded by Mr. Bohlin, to allow the applicant to withdraw without prejudice. Mr. Bohlin explained he seconded to keep the process going but felt the greenhouse could be approved and the problems with the previously approved landscaping could be handled down the road. He suggested using the site plan that was originally submitted with the application that had the correct landscaping and just clarifying the greenhouse being approved. Mr. Lomenzo was still concerned. Mr. Bohlin felt they were working in the right direction. Mr. Bohlin suggested approving this with the applicant providing a cleaned up site plan. Mr. Lomenzo also suggested a final sign off site visit. Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Ciambriello, to withdraw the motion allowing the applicant to withdraw the application. MOTION CARRIED. Voted 4-0-0. Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber, to accept the application for the new greenhouse that measures 70x 48 located in the rear left hand corner of the property behind the existing greenhouse with the understanding that the applicant will supply an updated accurate site plan and this site plan will be subject to the Committee’s review when all the work is done for a final approval. The site plan shall be submitted within two weeks and the final review by November 1, 2014. APPLICATION CONDITIONALLY APPROVED. Voted 4-0-0.


Mr. Bohlin encourage the Committee members to do some homework and look for examples of barns next to houses as opposed to set back to prepare for 13 Joy Lane’s forthcoming application. Mr. Lomenzo noted there were still concerns and there was more work to be done. Mr. Ciambriello noted that the architect had made a solid point that this was not a barn but a garage made to resemble a barn.

Mr. Ciambriello asked what designated a farm and what rights they had within the

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107 Forest Pine had failed to provide new plans and Certificates of Exemption for the shed and arbor within two weeks as required in their conditional approval from August 13, 2014 therefore the application was denied.

Motion to Adjourn: Made by Mr. Bohlin, seconded by Mr. Ciambriello. MEETING ADJOURNED AT 7:22PM. Voted 4-0-0. ___________________________________ Peter Lomenzo, Chairman

Town of Dennis



DATE: Wednesday, August 13, 2014 PRESENT:Chairman Peter Lomenzo, Secretary Frank Ciambriello, Joshua Crowell, Bill Bohlin, Gary Barber ABSENT: Alternate Robert Waldo STAFF: Laurie Barr CONVENED: 6pm

A public hearing was held in accordance with Chapter 470 of the Acts of 1973, as Amended, at Dennis Town Office, 485 Main Street, South Dennis, on Wednesday, August 13, 2014 at 6:00 P.M. on the following applications for a Certificate of Appropriateness:

Minutes:

July 23, 2014

Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber, to accept the minutes as presented. MINUTES APPROVED. Voted 5-0-0.

Continued Meetings:

1. Jeffrey Johnson – Construct 12’x16’ pavilion at 112 Edgemere Road, South Dennis (M170-52).

Jeff Johnson was present. Mr. Barber stepped down. There were no comments from abutters or the public.

Mr. Bohlin noted that originally he was against it but after the site visit he believed it met the requirements of the Act. Mr. Crowell was of the same position. Mr. Ciambriello felt this was not a pavilion but a patio with a covered roof. He also thought the neighbors were pleased so it met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Lomenzo asked for the status of the white movie screen. Mr. Johnson explained the screen goes up only when neighbors come over for movies. Mr. Lomenzo asked if it was temporary and it was. He also asked if they were wrapping the post. Mr. Johnson explained they were being wrapped in Azek and the beams would be too.

Motion: Mr. Ciambriello made a motion, seconded by Mr. Bohlin, to accept the application as presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-0.


Regular Meeting:

1. Steve Addazio – Addition & alterations (new mud room, new master bedroom wing, new asphalt architectural roof) at 10 Cutter Lane, Dennis (M386-33).

Gordon Clark of Northside Design was present. There were no comments from abutters or the public.

Mr. Barber disclosed he has worked with Mr. Clark before but it wouldn’t affect his decision. He believed this met the concerns of the Act. He suggested to Mr. Clark that in the future putting an arrow under the addition on the drawing to make it easier to see. Mr. Bohlin thought this met the concerns of the Act and was a nice looking addition. Mr. Crowell and Mr. Ciambriello agreed.

Motion: Mr. Crowell made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber, to accept the application as presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-0.

2. C. Brett DeMayo – Landscaping plan (fence, stonewall, arbor, patio, shed, cupola, patio, fire pit, plantings, siding) at 107 Forest Pines Drive, East Dennis (M360-26).

Todd Murphy was present. There were no comments from abutters or the public.

Mr. Crowell believed this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Ciambriello agreed but noted the Committee needed full drawings for the file. Mr. Barber noted the elevations should be labeled; otherwise this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Bohlin noted that the plan shows a 16x8 addition. Mr. Murphy explained this had already been completed. Mr. Bohlin asked if the shed was going to be the same colors as the house. Mr. Murphy said they would. Mr. Bohlin felt this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Lomenzo felt the shed and the arbor could not be approved since the applicant had not provided elevation drawings of these items. He explained they could be approved on an exemption. Mr. Murphy agreed.

Motion: Mr. Ciambriello made a motion, seconded by Mr. Bohlin, to accept the application with the following: that the applicant will file a separate application for exemption for the arbor and the shed and that the applicant will provide full elevations ¼” to 1’ scale within two weeks. APPLICATION CONDITIONALLY APPROVED. Voted 5-0-0.

3. Keith & Betsy Reinhart- Resubmission to correct map and parcel on approval from June 25, 2014 with no changes to plan at 1 Stonewall Way, Dennis (M408-32).

Mr. Lomenzo stepped down. Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber to appoint Mr. Crowell temporary chair. Voted unanimously.


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Mr. Barber made a motion, seconded by Mr. Ciambriello, to reinstate Mr. Lomenzo as chair. Voted unanimously.

4. Tom & Olivia McDonough – Alterations (add stone veneer to foundation, extend fence, modify front entry) at 80 Jericho Road, Dennis (M385-40).

Mr. Barber stepped down. Gordon Clark was present. He asked to delete the fence from the application. There were no comments from the abutters or the public.

Mr. Bohlin had no objection to deleting the fence since the A/C units were not visible and he thought the other changes met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Crowell asked for a clearer explanation of the change to the entry. Mr. Clark explained they were simply removing the bead board and opening up the entry. Mr. Crowell believed this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Ciambriello was ok with removing the fence and this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Lomenzo felt the plans had been in the office and the neighbors have seen it so the fence should stay. Mr. Ciambriello pointed out that the removal of the fence could come back as an exemption and the public still would not see it. Mr. Bohlin felt he privet hedge blocked the A/C and removing the fence would not change the public view. Mr. Crowell agreed with his colleagues.

Motion: Mr. Crowell made a motion, seconded by Mr. Ciambriello, to approve the application striking the fence from the application. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 4-0-0.

5. Janice Ford – Alterations (install mastic vinyl siding, replace front entry & windows, cover trim & casings with aluminum) at 46 Cassidy Avenue, South Dennis (M185-42).

Mark Baker was present. There were no comments from abutters or the public.

Mr. Barber disclosed he had worked with Mr. Baker previously but it would not affect his decision and he thought this met the concerns of the act. Mr. Bohlin and Mr. Crowell agreed. Mr. Ciambriello asked for the exposure and Mr. Baker explained it was 4”.

Motion: Mr. Crowell made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber to accept the application as presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-0.

6. Thomas & Patricia Nally – Install 79’ of 6’ cedar stockade fence at 19 Meadowspring Drive, South Dennis (M203-33)

The Nally’s were present. There were no comments from abutters or the public.


Mr. Crowell noted that the Committee encourages use of fences lower than 6’. Mr. Ciambriello felt stockade closed in the property and suggested that a flat board fence with board top would be more appropriate. Mr. Barber felt since this was just along the rear property line it met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Bohlin agreed and believed this was not visible from the street so it met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Lomenzo agreed.

Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber to accept the application as present. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 3-2-0 (Mr. Crowell and Mr. Ciambriello opposed).

7. Johannes Worsoe – Selective demo & alterations (new foundation & framing, replace windows & doors, new roof rake overhangs, new roof & siding) at 4 Bay View Avenue, East Dennis (M404-16).

Mark McDowell was present. There was an email with concerns from the abutter Eric Diddell that was read into the record. A copy of this email will be maintained with this application in the Building Department file for this property.

Mr. Crowell asked if the window would have sashes. Mr. McDowell explained the widows will all be 6/6. Mr. Crowell thought the plan was far more attractive than the existing and this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Ciambriello was concerned with shower on the front elevation. He thought it blocked the door and even though it was existing it should be relocated if possible. Mr. McDowell agreed to accommodate that. Mr. Ciambriello thought this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Barber asked to have the railings on the right elevation indicated on the site plan. Mr. Bohlin thought the changes made the house look more in keeping with the district. He appreciated moving the shower and thought this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Lomenzo was concerned with the shutters. Mr. McDowell explained there are currently shutters on the front and the bayside and not on the gable ends. They have no intention to add shutters to the gable ends. Mr. Lomenzo asked if the windows in the gable end would have 6/6 grids and Mr. McDowell confirmed they would.

Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber, to accept the application with the change to move the shower north, mark where the railing stops on the site plan, and draw in 6/6 windows on the gable ends. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-0.

8. Sorin Marinescu – Install 4’ black aluminum pool fence and 2 tiered retaining walls at 75 Shore Drive, Dennis (M366-4).

Tom Clancy was present. There were no comments from abutters or the public.

Mr. Barber and Mr. Bohlin thought this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Crowell was concerned the wall was obtrusive and not made from native stone. He was not sure this blended into this neighborhood. Mr. Ciambriello thought this met the concerns of the


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Act. Mr. Lomenzo asked if the garage was staying and Mr. Clancy indicated it was. Mr. Lomenzo was concerned the wall was inappropriate as proposed. He felt it was excessively visible from the road. Mr. Barber suggested doing away with the wall facing Shore Drive and sloping the grade, then putting a hydrangea or shrub at the end of each wall to hide the wall. Mr. Clancy agreed.

Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion, seconded by Mr. Bohlin, to approve the application with the applicant removing the wall parallel to Shore Drive, replacing it with a grade change, and putting a shrub at the end of each wall on the property line. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-0.

9. Robert Sylvia – Addition (farmer’s porch) at 36 Meadowsprings Drive, South Dennis (M202-11).

Mr. Ciambriello stepped down. Scott Cimeno was present. There were no comments from abutters or the public.


Motion: Mr. Crowell made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber, to accept the application as presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 4-0-0.

10. Susan Eldridge – Remove 8’x8’ shed and replace 10’x14’ shed at 400 Airline Road, South Dennis (M294-7).

Susan Eldridge was present. There were no comments from abutters or the public.


Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Crowell, to accept the application as presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-0.

11. New Welch Realty Trust – Alterations (new front entry way, enlarge 2nd floor dormer, add 2’10” to front of garage, replace and change windows, expand deck and lower patio, pool fence, partially demo entryway, garage wall, partial dormer) at 9 Mark Way, Dennis (M383-3). WITHDRAWN

12. Chris Garrabrant – Alterations (remove upper 18x10 deck and replace with 25x10 deck, remove lower deck and replace with 25x10 deck) at 83 Prince Way, East Dennis (M358-26).

True Davis was present. There were no comments from abutters or the public.




13. Bernard & Susan McGeary – Alterations (replace siding with vinyl shingle and clapboards) and install 20’ of vinyl fence and 106’ of wood split rail fence at 20 King Phillip Drive, Dennis (M307-14).

The McGeary’s were present. There were no comments from abutters or the public.

Mr. Ciambriello asked to have the exposure noted on the application, which would be 5- 5 ½”. The Committee agreed this met the concerns of the Act.

Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber, to accept the application with the amendment of 5 to 5 ½” to weather exposure. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-0.

14. Lou Tersonit – Install 10x12 shed at 6 Judson Way, Dennis (M329-34).

Andrew Warburton was present. There were no comments from abutters or the public.


Motion: Mr. Crowell made a motion, seconded by Mr. Bohlin, to accept the application as presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-0.

15. Fred Jones – Install 10x14 shed at 113 Corporation Road, Dennis (M370-13).

Andrew Warburton was present. There were no comments from abutters or the public.


Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Crowell, to accept the application as presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-0.

16. Stephen E. Doty- Alterations (replace existing deck with 2 story 8x14 deck) at 5 Erb Drive, Dennis (M354-27).

Carlos Figueiroa was present. There were no comments from abutters or the public.

Mr. Crowell noted the drawings were required to be ¼” to 1’ scale of the full elevations otherwise this met the concerns of the Act. The Committee agreed.


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Motion: Mr. Ciambriello made a motion, seconded by Mr. Bohlin, to approve the application with the applicant agreeing to bring full elevations of the front and side within two weeks. APPLICATION CONDITIONALLY APPROVED. Voted 5-0-0.

17. Mark Gowetski – Alterations (renovate existing home) & add 2 car detached garage at 13 Joy Lane (M389-34).

Thomas O’Neill was present.

Tom Martin of 19 & 28 Paul Street was present. He welcomed the changes to the traditional design but had questions regarding the landscape plan, the intent for 2nd story to the garage, the fenestration to the dormers looked strange to him and he questioned if the house would be in the same footprint.

Jim Gilrein of 15 Joy Lane was present. He did not feel this was in keeping with the neighborhood. He felt the information provided by the applicant was thin and wanted to be sure the issues and questions were addressed.

Mr. Crowell asked for the height to ridge and Mr. O’Neill explained it would be 28.5 feet. Mr. Crowell felt the front door was not appropriate and was concerned with the design of the dormers. Mr. Ciambriello was concerned with the front door and the low roof with the columns over the door. He did not feel this looked like a farmer’s porch. He also felt the garage should be attached. Mr. O’Neil explained that the owners wanted it to look like a barn you would find on Route 6A. Mr. Barber asked if this was on the existing footprint and Mr. O’Neill explained only the porch and bump out are different. Mr. Barber asked for the height of the fence. Mr. O’Neill stated it was 36”. He also noted they were removing the arbor. Mr. Barber felt 3 different dormers were not appropriate, the arch in the fascia over the door was not appropriate, and the door was not appropriate. Mr. O’Neill indicated that all dormers could be two windows so that they are symmetrical. Mr. Barber asked if the front columns were round, and Mr. O’Neill explained they were slightly tapered. Mr. Bohlin asked for the height of the garage and Mr. O’Neill answered that it was the same as the house at 28.5”. Mr. O’Neill also explained that there is not intent for anyone to live in the garage, it will not have plumbing nor will it be heated. It will only be used as storage. Mr. Bohlin noted the door on the cut sheet provided was not the same as the door drawn on the plans and he felt the cut sheet was appropriate. He also thought the windows next to the door were not appropriate and three different dormers were not appropriate. He also thought the detached barn was more appropriate than attached. Mr. Lomenzo had significant concerns. He thought this project was completely changing the setting. Since the barn was so close to the house he suggested an extended drawing showing the house and garage would have been appropriate. He felt the application was incomplete. He also indicated that the Committee would require a demolition application since the entire roof was being taken off the house. He also noted there should be a landscape plan.


Since there were many changes he suggested that applicant withdraw the application, and possibly come for an informal hearing or have a site visit.

Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber, to allow the applicant to withdraw the application without prejudice. APPLICATION WITHDRAWN. Voted 5-0-0. The Committee and the applicant agreed to a site visit on Monday, August 25, 2014 at 11am.

18. Chalou Realty Trust – Replace 3 signs at 1555 Route 6A, East Dennis (M378-18).

Mike from Plymouth Sign was present. There were no comments from abutters or the public.

Mr. Ciambriello thought this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Barber was concerned the panel was 54x47 which is over 12 square feet. Mr. Bohlin thought this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Crowell was concerned that this was over the desired 12 square feet and he was opposed to that. Mr. Ciambriello felt this was three separate signs and based on that this met the requirements. Mr. Barber asked if this could be separated to be three individual signs. The applicant agreed.

Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion, seconded by Mr. Ciambriello, to accept the application with the upper sign with the address and the lowers signs with a 2” space between each of the two boards. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-0.

Other Business (Complaints, Informals, General Information) The office has begun to send letters to new owners in the district welcoming them and giving them directions to the guidelines and helpful information. The office has also implemented a new form for incomplete applications. The form would be signed by the applicant with the specific items that are missing from the application and letting them know that they may be denied. Mr. Lomenzo noted he was going to meet with Brian Florence the Building Commissioner regarding Cape Abilities. Motion to Adjourn: Made by Mr. Bohlin, seconded by Mr. Crowell. MEETING ADJOURNED AT 9:04PM. Voted 5-0-0.

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Peter Lomenzo, Chairperson


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Town of Dennis



DATE: Wednesday, July 23, 2014 PRESENT:Chairman Peter Lomenzo, Frank Ciambriello, Joshua Crowell, Bill Bohlin,

Gary Barber ABSENT: Alternate Robert Waldo STAFF: Laurie Barr CONVENED: 6pm

A public hearing was held in accordance with Chapter 470 of the Acts of 1973, as Amended, at Dennis Town Office, 485 Main Street, South Dennis, on Wednesday, July 23, 2014 at 6:00 P.M. on the following applications for a Certificate of Appropriateness: The Committee welcomed Mr. Ciambriello back. Minutes:

July 9, 2014

Motion:

Mr. Crowell made a motion, seconded by Mr. Bohlin to accept the minutes as presented.

MINUTES APPROVED. Voted 4-0-1 (Mr. Ciambriello abstained).

Continued Meeting:

1. Henry Kelley II Living Trust and The Town of Dennis – Demolition of principal structure, shed and fence at 14 Nobscussett Road, Dennis (M329-1). Atty. Reid was present. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Barber abstained since he did not attend the site visit. Mr. Bohlin was in favor of the demolition. Mr. Crowell saw no architectural or historical reason to preserve these structures and was in favor of the demolition. Mr. Ciambriello abstained. Mr. Lomenzo noted that there was nothing physically wrong with the house. He also reminded Atty. Reid that because of the age it had to go through another process with the Town. He felt the shed was in disrepair but questioned why the fence was being demolished. Atty. Reid explained that the lot was being conveyed to the Town so they were simply lining up all the approvals. Mr. Lomenzo wanted it noted for the record that this approval will not include removing the trees. Atty. Reid understood and agreed that also anything to replace this structure will come before the Committee in a separate application.

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Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Crowell, to accept the application with the stipulation that this is just for the demolition of the principle structure, the shed and the fence on the northerly side at 14 Nobscussett Road. It is understood that the vegetation and trees will remain intact until they come back with a future application for any removal. Mr. Lomenzo amended the motion that the trees are to remain intact. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 3-0-2 (Mr. Barber and Mr. Ciambriello abstained).

Regular Meeting:

1. Deborah Lowe – Install solar panels at 393 Old Bass River Road, South Dennis (M200-46). Mr. Lomenzo stepped down. Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber, to appoint Mr. Crowell as temporary chair. MOTION CARRIED. Voted 4-0-0. Alec Myers & Nila Miller of Solar City were present. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Bohlin thought these would not be visible so he had no problem. Mr. Ciambriello agreed. He did ask if there would be any white in the panel and Mr. Myers explained there would not be any white. Mr. Barber thought this met the concerns of the Act. Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber, to accept the application as presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 4-0-0. Mr. Lomenzo stepped back in.

2. Todd & Alice Boyle – Demolish garage at 30 Partridge Lane, Dennis (M369-18). Todd Boyle was present. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Crowell saw no architectural or historical reason to preserve the structure. The Committee agreed this met the concerns of the Act. Motion: Mr. Crowell made a motion, seconded by Mr. Bohlin, to accept the application as presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-0.

3. Todd & Alice Boyle – Construct new 2-car garage at 30 Partridge Lane, Dennis (M369-18). Todd Boyle was present and he had ¼” to 1’ scaled plans with him. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Ciambriello thought this met the concerns of the Act and that this was a big improvement. Mr. Barber agreed and noted that the skylights were so far back they

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would not been seen. Mr. Bohlin agreed that the skylights were no visible and this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Crowell agreed. Motion: Mr. Crowell made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber, to accept the application as presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-0.

4. Joseph Carr – Install flagpole at 1005 Main Street (Route 6A), Dennis (M389-74). Joseph Carr was present. There were no comments from abutters or the public. The Committee agreed this met the concerns of the Act. Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber, to accept the application as presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-0.

5. Amy Hemmings – Install 6’ stockade fence at 40 Hickory Lane, South Dennis (M177-3). There was no one present to represent the application. The application was put aside to be heard when a representative arrived.

6. Tom & Olivia McDonough – Change shingle color to Maibec beige at 80 Jericho Road, Dennis (M385-40). Mr. Barber stepped down. Mr. Lomenzo disclosed he had a phone conversation with Mr. McDonough regarding the process and did not give him an approval or denial. Mr. McDonough was present with Gordon Clark of Northside Design. Mr. McDonough explained they were concerned with how the shingles would weather so they decided to stain them. He advised the architect & builder but he was not aware that he needed to file with the Committee for a change. He realized this was after the fact, but he was present to ask for approval and apologize. Mr. Clark shared that he was aware of the yellow form and its significance and apologized for being remiss. Pat Hassett of 77 Jericho noted that she was living in the midst of a job site. She wanted to go on record with praise for Mark DeRico. She felt this was a significant color change on a large house and she was looking for an explanation of how this can happen? What was the process? Were there any ramifications? Mr. Crowell thought this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Ciambriello thought this met the concerns and brightened up the building. Mr. Bohlin shared that when a violation comes before the Committee he asks himself if this had been presented prior to the work being done, would he have approved it and in this case the answer was yes. Mr. Lomenzo felt the color was appropriate. He responded to Mrs. Hassett by reading the Bulletin page 16, item 1.03, paragraph 2A. He also explained that they ask applicants to sign the yellow form saying that any change must come before the Committee. If someone doesn’t let the Committee know they may never know a violation has occurred. He explained the process of exemptions and amendments. Mr. Lomenzo asked Mr.


Clark if there are any changes coming forward. Mr. Clark noted he had put a formal application in for the changes and that will be heard on August 13, 2014 and there was a Letter of Amendment for copper gutters that would be heard later in the evening. Motion: Mr. Ciambriello made a motion, seconded by Mr. Crowell, to accept the application as presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 4-0-0.

7. Scott Pulsifer – Install vinyl shakes on front only at 28 Dolly Street, South Dennis (M188-4). Janice Campbell of Home Depot was present. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Ciambriello noted this calls for a 7” exposure. He thought a 5” or a maximum of 6” would be more appropriate but he had a problem with the 7” exposure. Ms. Campbell had a sample of another shake that was a 5” exposure. Mr. Barber agreed the 5” was more acceptable. Mr. Bohlin agreed the 5” was much more appropriate and he was ok with the color. Mr. Crowell concurred. Motion: Mr. Ciambriello made a motion, seconded by Mr. Bohlin, to accept the application with the applicant agreeing to a 5” exposure as opposed to a 7” exposure. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-0.

8. Tom & Nancy Cunningham – New garage at 39 Grassy Pond Drive, Dennis (M232-3). Tom Cunningham was present. There were no comments from abutters. Mr. Barber noted that the site plan did not indicate where the road was and felt that needed to be written in. He thought this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Bohlin thought this was appropriate looking. He noted that on the specification page of the application that the overall width and length need to be filled in, otherwise this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Crowell and Mr. Ciambriello agreed. Mr. Lomenzo asked for the overall length and width and it was 28x24. Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber, to accept the application with the stipulation that the applicant fill in the overall length and width and identify where the road is on the site plan. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-0.

9. Jeffrey Johnson – Construct 12’x16’ pavilion at 112 Edgemere Road, South Dennis (M170-52). Jeff Johnson was present. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Jerry Kellard from 106 Edgemere was concerned that the pavilion was already built and explained it was upsetting that the process was not followed


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Robert Anderson of 105 Edgemere had no problem since it was behind the house and was not visible. There was a letter from Francis Donovan an abutter from 45 Quaker Road stating he had no objection. A copy of this letter will be maintained with this application in the Building Department file for this property. Mr. Bohlin expressed that he was concerned the project was complete. Had it come before the Committee for approval prior to construction he would have had concerns. He was concerned the application said the height was 4’ but he noted the actual height was 12’3”. He was also concerned that it was close to the property line. He didn’t believe he would have approved this if it had come before the Committee. He was also concerned that the big white screen made it look like a drive-in. Mr. Crowell had reservations regarding the height and placement on the property. Mr. Ciambriello disclosed that he was friend with Mr. Kellard but that would not influence his opinion. He thought the problem was not with the structure but with the fact that it was built without approval. He reserved further comment. Mr. Barber agreed this should have come before the Committee. He would be upset if this structure was 2 feet from his property line. Mr. Bohlin felt this was visible from the road. Mr. Barber disclosed that he knew Mr. Kellard and Mr. Kellard had asked him if anyone from the public could speak at the meeting and he told him yes. Mr. Lomenzo was not convinced this was appropriate. He felt the location and the screen were not appropriate. Mr. Johnson shared that he had spoken to the Building Inspector and he had been told that the construction was not the Committee’s purview. He explained there was previously a tent there and that the structure was not done. They stopped when they were told to. He also had an issue with the fact that two of the members of the Committee were friends with Mr. Kellard. He also explained the screen is temporary. Mr. Lomenzo explained that the members that knew Mr. Kellard had disclosed their relationship and it was no appropriate to go any further. Mr. Barber chose to step down. Mr. Lomenzo asked how Mr. Johnson ended up before the Committee. He explained he received a letter. Mr. Lomenzo felt this required more investigation from the Committee in the form of a site visit. Mr. Johnson agreed to a site visit but asked for an explanation of setting. Mr. Lomenzo explained that it was the location in relation to the property and neighborhood. It was asked if the public would be allowed at the site visit and they said yes. Sue Johnson, the property owner asked if setting would take into account other yards in the neighborhood. Mr. Lomenzo said it would because setting is very subjective. Mrs. Johnson strongly suggested the Committee members look at some of the yards in the neighborhood. Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Crowell, to allow the application to be continued in order for a site visit to occur. APPLICATION CONTINUED. Voted 4-0-0.

10. Ulrich Family Nominee Trust – Demo 14’x22’ sundeck and replace with addition at 191 Airline Road, East Dennis (M219-1). Kevin Legge was present to represent the application. There were no comments from abutters or the public. The Committee agreed this met the concerns of the Act and was not visible.


Motion: Mr. Crowell made a motion, seconded by Mr. Bohlin, to accept the application as presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-0.

11. Hunt Sutton Trust – Repair/replace stonewall at 320 Sesuit Neck Road, East Dennis (M410-25). Peter Nolan was present. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Ciambriello asked if the work had been done and it had. He felt it was hard to make comments because the work was done. Mr. Barber agreed. Mr. Bohlin explained that this was not the way the process was supposed to be done but the stonewalls looked like ancient stonewalls so this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Crowell concurred. Mr. Lomenzo noted that a violation occurred when the setting was changed without permission of the Committee. He thought the application was appropriate but asked Mr. Nolan how to resolve this. Mr. Nolan didn’t know. He explained he saved mature trees, cleared brush, planted more large trees and enhanced the setting with improved vegetation and that the rocks came from the original wall. Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber, to accept the application as presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-0.

12. Harbor View Trust - Repair/replace stonewall at 324 Sesuit Neck Road, East Dennis (M410-26). Peter Nolan represented the application. There were no comments from abutters or the public. The Committee agreed this was an improvement even though they should have come to the Committee for approval before doing the work. Motion: Mr. Crowell made a motion, seconded by Mr. Bohlin, to accept the application as presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-0.

13. Kevin & Robyn Zile – Remove and replace existing stonewall at 135 Greenland Circle, East Dennis (M317-40). Mr. Ciambriello stepped down. The Zile’s were present. There were no comments from abutters or the public. The Committee agreed this would be an improvement and this met the concerns of the Act. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion, seconded by Mr. Crowell to accept the application as presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 4-0-0.


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14. Town of Dennis – Addition to building and sitework (parking and new exit) at Town Hall

Annex, 685 Route 134, South Dennis, (M189-3, M174-13, M175-30). Mr. Barber and Mr. Ciambriello stepped down. Mr. Crowell disclosed he had known Brian Humes for many years but it would not affect his decision. Brian Homes was present. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Crowell thought this blend the complex nicely and would be a credit to the Town. He thought this met the requirements of the Act. Mr. Bohlin thought this was a nice addition. He asked if there were two entrances being closed and what plantings would be used. Mr. Humes explained that they were eliminating 2 entrances and creating 1 further up on Route 134. He also explained that the plantings were not defined since the sitework was being done by the Town. He noted the landscape and signage at the property were not part of this application. Mr. Lomenzo noted that the site plan should indicate where Route 134 and Bob Crowell Road were. He thought this was a great compliment to the police station project. Motion: Mr. Crowell made a motion, seconded by Mr. Bohlin, to accept the application as presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 3-0-0.

15. Steve & Karen Campe – Alterations to previously approved plans (delete cupola, add finial detail, add window to shed dormer, add shed dormer to rear, change rear window to doors and trapezoidal transoms) at 76 Wampanoag Trail, Dennis (M347-42). Thomas Moore was present. There were no comments from abutters or the public. The Committee agreed this met the concerns of the Act. Motion: Mr. Crowell made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber, to accept the application as presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-0.

16. Jason Montigel – Rebuild brick stairs with wooden stairs at 31 Old Chatham Road, South Dennis (M215-8). Jason Montigel was present. He apologized that this was built about 8 months prior. He promised not to work at the property in the future without coming to the Committee first. There were no comments from abutters or the public. The Committee agreed this met the concerns of the Act. Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Crowell, to accept the application as presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-0.


17. Robert Adler – Build new 12’x14’ shed at 125 Sea Street, East Dennis (M412-19). Mr. Lomenzo stepped down. Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber, to elect Mr. Crowell as temporary chair. Voted 4-0-0. Andrew Warburton was present. There were no comments from abutters or the public. The Committee agreed this met the concerns of the Act. Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Ciambriello, to accept the application as presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 4-0-0.

18. Jon Moulding – Install solar panels at 126 Greenland Circle, East Dennis (M317-6). Andrew Wade of My Generation Energy was present. There were no comments from abutters or the public. The Committee agreed this met the concerns of the Act. Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Ciambriello and Mr. Crowell, to accept the application as presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-0.

19. Anthony C. Browne – Alterations to front steps at 8 Stonewall Way, East Dennis (M408-28).

David Nordberg was present. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Barber disclosed he was working with Mr. Nordberg on another project but it would not affect his decision. The Committee agreed this met the concerns of the Act. Motion: Mr. Crowell made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber, to accept the application as presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-0.

20. Helen Orzuchowski – Install solar panels at 100 Gages Way, South Dennis (M177-48). Jason Stoots of E2 Solar was present. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Crowell though this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Ciambriello was concerned that the panels were on the front of the building. Mr. Barber thought this was appropriate. Mr. Bohlin thought it would be more appropriate to fill the entire section of the roof. Mr. Stoots had another option drawn in which the panels were a landscape orientation. The Committee agreed this option met the concerns of the Act.


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Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber, to accept the application with the understanding the panels will be a landscape orientation. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-0.

5. Amy Hemmings – Install 6’ stockade fence at 40 Hickory Lane, South Dennis (M177-3). There was still no representative present. Motion:

Mr. Ciambriello made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber to deny the application. Mr.

Bohlin noted the fence was up without an approval. He felt changes needed to be made

to the fence. Mr. Crowell was concerned the applicant did not appear and did not

consult with the Committee. He would not have approved this fence if it had come to the

Committee prior to being installed. Mr. Ciambriello felt this fence was improper and did

not meet the requirement of the Act. Mr. Barber was concerned with the location and

appearance of the fence. Mr. Lomenzo noted that the changes were in complete

disregard for the Act. He felt the fence was completely and inappropriate and would not

have been approved if they asked for permission before installing it. He pointed out the

section of the application that said “The owner, agent, or contractor must attend the

hearing. Failure to do so may result in denial of application. If you cannot attend, please

notify this office at 508-760-6127.” APPLICATION DENIED. Voted 5-0-0. Mr.

Lomenzo clarified that the fence must be taken down or the decision of this Committee

must be appealed to the Regional Commission.

Other Business (Complaints, Informals, General Information)

Exemptions: 80 Jericho Road – APPROVED. (Mr. Barber abstained). 52 Shiverick Road – APPROVED.

901 Route 134 (Solar array at Wixon School). There was a letter that had been drafted as requested by the Committee summarizing the site visit and what was agreed to. The Committee asked to have it scanned and emailed to them so they could all review it.

There was a clarification of the process for Letters of Amendments and Certificate of Exemption.

Mr. Crowell felt everyone in the district should have a copy of the Act and be made aware that no changes to the exterior or yard should be made without checking with the Committee.

Mr. Crowell also thought the tractor trailer at 7 Fiord might be discussed with the Building Commissioner.


Motion to Adjourn: Made by Mr. Bohlin, seconded by Mr. Crowell. MEETING ADJORUNED AT 8:47pm. Voted 5-0-0. ____________________________ Peter Lomenzo, Chairman

APPROVED 8.13.14



DATE: Wednesday, July 9, 2014 PRESENT:Chairman Peter Lomenzo, Joshua Crowell, Bill Bohlin, Gary Barber,

Alternate Robert Waldo ABSENT: Frank Ciambriello STAFF: Laurie Barr CONVENED: 6pm

A public hearing was held in accordance with Chapter 470 of the Acts of 1973, as Amended, at Dennis Town Office, 485 Main Street, South Dennis, on Wednesday, July 9, 2014 at 6:00 P.M. on the following applications for a Certificate of Appropriateness: Minutes:

June 25, 2014

Motion: Mr. Crowell made a motion, seconded by Mr. Bohlin, to approve the minutes as presented. MINUTES APPROVED. Voted 5-0-0. Mr. Lomenzo had an update on Mr. Ciambriello’s recovery; he was healing slower than anticipated but in good spirits. Continued Meeting:

1. P.J. Nyberg, Trustee – Demolition at 10 Pleasant Street, East Dennis (M413-32). WITHDRAWN Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber and Mr. Waldo, to allow the application to be withdrawn. APPLICATION WITHDRAWN. Voted 5-0-0.

2. Christopher Lambton – Demolish existing house at 100 Corporation Road, Dennis (M370-15). Robert McPhee was present. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Waldo passed on commenting since he did not attend the site visit. Mr. Barber felt it was obvious the underside could not be insulated and he felt by the time they replaced the windows and roof, etc. that only the frame would be left of the original building and he saw no historical significance to maintaining the original frame. Mr. Crowell agreed there was no historical or architectural significance to the existing building. Mr. Bohlin


agreed and could go along with the demolition. Mr. Lomenzo noted that even though he missed the site visit he had been to the property previously and he was comfortable with the demolition. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion, seconded by Mr. Crowell, to approve the application as presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-0.

Regular Meeting:

1. Jane Bottomley & Shirley Connelly – New cedar board fence to be installed at 65 Pilgrim Road, Dennis (M368-47). Jane Bottomley was present to represent the application. There were no comments from abutters or the public. The Committee agreed this met the requirements of the Act. Mr. Lomenzo confirmed it was only 40 feet of fencing and it was. Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Crowell, to approve the application as presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-0.

2. Mike Torentino – New sign at 1366 Route 134, East Dennis (M359-7). Jeff Perry of Signs by Jeff was present. There were no comments from abutters or the public. The Committee agreed this met the concerns of the Act after they confirmed it was only the sign on the street that was changing. Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Crowell, to accept the application as presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-0.

3. Marc Chamblee & Lisa Ziegler-Chamblee – Addition of screened-in porch at 14 Herring Run Road, Dennis (M160-93). Lisa Ziegler-Chamblee was present. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Bohlin noted that the specification sheet needed the overall length and width filled in which was 38’6” wide and 42’6” long, otherwise it met the concerns of the Act. The rest of the Committee agreed this met the concerns of the Act.


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Motion: Mr. Crowell made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber, to approve the application with the overall length and width filled in. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-0.

4. Virginia Haigh – Alterations (replace clapboard with Mastic siding on front only) at 76 Lady Slipper Drive, East Dennis (M287-31). Troy Thomas was present. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Barber asked if the siding was shingles or clapboards and it was clapboards. The Committee agreed this met the concerns of the Act. Motion: Mr. Crowell made a motion, seconded by Mr. Bohlin and Mr. Barber, to accept the application as presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-0.

5. Lois & Paul Katanik – Alterations (new dormer on front of house, replace window on left side, remove door on left side) at 59 South Street, East Dennis (M398-19). Jon from Goff Brothers Construction was present. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Barber thought the dormer to one side was not appropriate and thought a full gable dormer would be more appropriate. Mr. Crowell and Mr. Bohlin agreed. Mr. Waldo didn’t originally object to the dormer but thought Mr. Barber’s suggestion was more appropriate. Mr. Lomenzo thought the dormer was inappropriate and support the change suggested by Mr. Barber. Mr. Barber noted that the drawings were 3/6” to the scale instead of the required ¼” to scale. Mr. Lomenzo also felt that the new windows should have 6/6 grills. Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Waldo, to accept the application with the stipulation that the applicant will resubmit drawings ¼”-1’, that the dormer be a full gable dormer on the front roof and the new window on the left side elevation will have a 6/6 grill configuration. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-0. Mr. Lomenzo explained the drawings were due to the office by July 16, 2014 or the application is denied.

6. Henry Kelley II Living Trust and The Town of Dennis – Demolition of principal structure, shed and fence at 14 Nobscussett Road, Dennis (M329-1). Atty. David Reid was present. There were no comments from abutters or the public.


Mr. Barber had no issue with the demolition of the shed and fence but thought a site visit to the house would be appropriate. Mr. Crowell thought there was no historical or architectural reason to preserve the structures. Mr. Bohlin agreed there should be a site visit. He also noted that the application has the age of the structure as 1928 but he thought that was when it was moved. Atty. Reid wasn’t positive. Mr. Waldo thought a site visit would be appropriate. Mr. Lomenzo explained to Atty. Reid that it has become an unofficial procedure for the Committee to do a site visit at houses over 75 years old. Mr. Lomenzo also felt that some important people to Dennis have lived in that house and would like to have that information for the record after the site visit. To the best of Atty. Reid’s knowledge only Lewis Kelly and his family lived in that home. It has been rented out since the senior Kelly’s moved out. Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber and Mr. Waldo, to set a time for a site visit at 14 Nobscussett Road for a site visit for a demolition. APPLICATION CONTINUED. Voted 5-0-0.

7. Brian Sullivan – New fence at 6 Fiord Drive, South Dennis (M172-160). Brian Sullivan Sr. was present for his son. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Crowell thought that considering the neighborhood this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Bohlin asked for clarification on the height and location since it was no clear on the plot plan. Mr. Sullivan explained the fence was starting at the rear neighbor’s fence and coming to the front corner of the house. There would be 72 feet of fencing; 7 sections at 6 foot high, 1 section at 5 foot high and 1 section at 4 foot high. Then there would be 4 foot picket fence across the front with a gate on the right. Mr. Bohlin reserved comments. Mr. Barber was not in favor of the fence being off the front corner of the house and he noted the Committee does not usually allow that. Mr. Bohlin agreed with Mr. Barber. Mr. Sullivan noted that his son was hoping to get a dog so this was for the animal’s safety and for his son’s privacy. Mr. Lomenzo pointed out that vegetation could be used for screening. There was discussion of the condition of the neighborhood, other fences in the neighborhood that came forward of the house. The owner and the Committee compromised to have a scalloped cedar board fence come 6 sections forward from the rear at 6 feet high, 2 sections of 5 foot transition pieces and 1 section to transition to 4 foot high with 4 feet high picket fence across the front. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion, seconded by Mr. Bohlin, to allow the applicant to install two 72’ new scalloped board fences, one on either side, with from the rear 6 sections being 6’, a transition section from 6’ to 5’, a 5’ section, and a transition from 5’ to 4’ and then


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existing picket fence from the board fence to the front corner of the house with a gate on the right side. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-0.

8. Wayne Hicks – Addition at 10 Village Green, Dennis (M283-41). Wayne Hicks was present. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Bohlin asked if on the right elevation there was a window or a screen and it was a window. He felt the window should have grills in it and Mr. Hicks agreed to that. Mr. Bohlin also noted that the door needs to look more like a door and there needed to be a few more windows on that elevation. Mr. Hicks noted that was a closet so there could not be more windows there. Mr. Waldo thought this met the concerns of the Act as this could not be seen. Mr. Barber explained that the door on the left elevation had a transom above with grills and thought the door on the right elevation should match. He also thought one window could be added on the right elevation. Mr. Crowell concurred with Mr. Barber. Mr. Bohlin was concerned this addition would be visible if the trees came down. Mr. Hicks noted that the trees next to the addition were on open space owned by the associations and could not be taken down. Motions: Mr. Barber made a motion, seconded by Mr. Crowell, to accept the application with the light above the screen porch in the gable end having grills to match the existing grills being a 6 light and the window on the right elevation wants to be shown as a door similar to what is in the rear elevation of the existing house and that the left elevation door wants to match the rear elevation door with a transom. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-0. Mr. Hicks noted that the transom over the doors won’t line up and will look odd. It came to light that what the Committee thought was door was actually just a screen. Mr. Crowell made a motion, seconded by Mr. Bohlin, to rescind the last motion. MOTION RESCINDED. Voted 5-0-0. Mr. Barber made a motion, seconded by Mr. Bohlin, to accept the application as presented with the window in the gable end having grills to coincide with the rest of the house and the two doors and screened area be as drawn. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-0.

Other Business (Complaints, Informals, General Information) Exemptions and Amendments:

85 Cassidy (M185-9) – Remove & replace deck. APPROVED.


2 Charles Street (M184-30) – Install 4’ fence.

DENIED FOR FURTHER CLARIFICATION.

80 Jericho Road (M384-40) – Copper gutters. NO ACTION TAKEN UNTIL AFTER HEARING FOR PAINT COLOR CHANGE July 23, 2014.

159 Corporation Road (M386-30) – Move dwelling 8 feet back. Mr. Lomenzo thought this was a major change since they were moving a structure that had been in the same place for 200 years. Mr. Bohlin thought this was fine as an exemption. The rest of the Committee agreed with Mr. Bohlin. Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber, to accept the amendment to move the house back 8 feet. AMENDMENT APPROVED. Voted 5-1-0 (Mr. Lomenzo opposed).

107 Forest Pines (M360-26) – New deck, colonial stonewalls and 10x12 shed. APPROVED BUT SHED WAS DENIED FOR LACK OF INFORMATION.

General Information: Mr. Bohlin asked to discuss the solar array at Wixon School. He felt there was more left in within the 25 foot cut zone than the Committee originally thought. The company agreed to replant some of that area and meet with the Committee at the end of the project. Mr. Barber noted that he was under the impression that there was to be 50 feet left uncut, 25 feet that could be cut and then the fence, but on the plan that was approved it shows 100 feet to the fence with the first 50 feet left uncut, 37 feet cut and 13 feet for arbor vitae. He felt they were in compliance with the plan the submitted. Where they stripped they are bringing material in so there will be no raw land visible. They wanted a letter clearing him of the violation. Before they go for their final they need to contact the Committee. Mr. Lomenzo felt that needed to be done in the form of a hearing. Mr. Lomenzo wanted to see if Mr. Florence can let them know that based on the observations of the site visit the Committee will be back for a site visit in another 2 months. Mr. Crowell was concerned that there was an addition and pallets being used as a fence at 35 Mariner Road. The Committee submitted a request for investigation to the Building Commissioner. Voted 5-0-0. Motion to Adjourn: Made by Mr. Bohlin, seconded by Mr. Crowell. MEETING AJOURNED AT 8:51PM. Voted 5-0-0.

__________________________________ Peter Lomenzo, Chairman



DATE: Wednesday, June 25, 2014 PRESENT:Chairman Peter Lomenzo, Joshua Crowell, Bill Bohlin,

Gary Barber, Alternate Robert Waldo ABSENT: Frank Ciambriello CONVENED: 6pm

A public hearing was held in accordance with Chapter 470 of the Acts of 1973, as Amended, at Dennis Town Office, 485 Main Street, South Dennis, on Wednesday, June 25, 2014 at 6:00 P.M. on the following applications for a Certificate of Appropriateness: Minutes:

June 11, 2014 Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Crowell to accept the minutes as presented. MINUTES APPROVED. Voted 4-0-1 (Mr. Barber abstained).

Continued Meeting:

1. 768 Old Bass River Trust – New Commercial building and contractors’ yard at 768 Old Bass River Road, Dennis (M310-39). Niall Hopkins had new packages for the Committee. He had removed the Bass River entry, moved the Paddocks Path further up, he had a completed specification sheet and window, door & light schedules. Beth Hollis of 751 Old Bass River Road was concerned the new plans were just being turned in at meeting. She wasn’t sure how a decision could be made in 5 minutes. Harry Ives of West Dennis was concerned these were only conceptual drawings that were not stamped, not signed and had no dimensions. He was also concerned if there was a landscape plan, if the site had been staked, if a structure that large is appropriate for the area, if supplies can be kept outside, and if vehicles could be kept outside. Mr. Waldo liked the changes to the entrances. Mr. Barber was here for the original hearing so he abstained. Mr. Crowell thought the plans reflected changes to the concerns that the Committee had indicated and he was grateful to the applicant for making the changes. He also wanted Mr. Ives to know that the applicant showed the overall height and length as well as the height to ridge. He also noted the size was within what was allowed. He struggled wrestled with if it was appropriate for Old King’s

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Highway but in the end believed it was. Mr. Bohlin agreed the changes worked well. He thought this was a Commercial building that looked like a residential building. He was concerned with the height but believed it met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Lomenzo addressed the abutters concerns. He noted that this was the second full hearing and the Committee had the drawings to review for some time. He also noted that the scaled drawings did not require dimensions. He indicated that the Building Commissioner was responsible for following up with Zoning, Health and other concerns. He explained to Mr. Hopkins that he had been under the impression that a vinyl fence was going over the black chain link for a gate. Otherwise he believed the changes required were made and this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Hopkins agreed to a white vinyl gate for the gate. Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Waldo, to accept the application with the amendment that a white vinyl gate be used. Mr. Crowell noted the applicant was sensitive to the unique nature of the neighborhood. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 4-0-1 (Mr. Barber abstained).

Regular Meeting:

1. Angela Rose– Sign on marine board w/applied vinyl hangs from iron bracket attached to post in front of building at 776 Main Street, Dennis (M351-7). Angela Rose was present. There were no comments from the abutters. The Committee agreed this met the concerns of the Act. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion, seconded by Mr. Crowell and Mr. Bohlin, to accept the application as presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-0.

2. Keith and Betsy Rinehart – Addition (15’ x 16’ sunroom with upper deck and 42” composite railing to replace old deck) at 1 Stonewall Way, Dennis (M387-25). Mr. Lomenzo stepped down. Mr. Bohlin nominated Mr. Crowell as temporary chair. Voted 5-0-0. Gordon Clark was present to represent the application. There were no comments from abutters. Mr. Barber disclosed he was working with Mr. Clark and Mr. Nordberg on another project but it would not affect his decision. He thought this was appropriate. Mr. Bohlin thought this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Crowell concurred. Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber, to accept the application as presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 4-0-0. Mr. Lomenzo stepped back in.


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3. Mary Ekmalian – Additions (One-story addition, two-story addition, decks, pool and fencing) at 23 Scargo Heights Road, Dennis (M354-3). Sara Jane Porter was present to represent the application. Sheila Eppolito of 17 Scargo Heights was concerned that her view of the lake would be cut and she was concerned with when the construction would take place. Mr. Crowell was concerned with the amount of the glass on the north side because he thought it was overpowering. Mr. Bohlin thought the majority of the glass would not be visible and it was appropriate. He was concerned there was not a landscape plan. Ms. Porter offered to submit a more developed landscape plan. Mr. Bohlin thought everything else met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Waldo noted that the foundation was going to be 18” exposure but the max the Committee allowed was 12”. Mr. Barber agreed with the 12” exposure and suggested stepping down the siding. He felt the addition met the concerns of the Act, the pool was not the Committee’s purview and the fence was appropriate. Mr. Lomenzo wanted to know if it was true the lowest elevation was not visible from the lake. Ms. Porter believed there was a 100 foot drop so it would not be seen. Mr. Lomenzo also was unclear whether the plantings were existing or proposed and where the fence was going. Since the current landscape plan was confusing they needed a new one. Ms. Porter was amenable to that and also showed the abutter where the addition was going and it would not obstruct her view. Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber, to accept the application with the stipulation that a formal landscape plan be submitted. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-0. Mr. Lomenzo clarified it would be a full hearing for the landscape plan.

4. Joseph and Margaret Angel – Addition & Alterations, One-story addition, screened porch, alterations to existing porch(same profile), front entry at 125 Whig Street, Dennis (M369-15). Sara Jane Porter was present. There were no comments from abutters or the public. The Committee agreed this was an improvement and met the concerns of the Act. Motion: Mr. Crowell made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber and Mr. Waldo, to accept the application as presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-0.

5. Susan Sinta – Demolition of existing screen porch, build new porch same footprint, shingle rear of garage to match, at 39 Hall Street, Dennis (M304-70). Don Baker was present. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Waldo questioned how far the skylights would be raised off the roof and Mr. Baker said they were low profile flush to the house. Mr. Barber thought this was an improvement and met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Crowell concurred. Mr. Bohlin thought this met the concerns of the Act but noted the overall length and width needed to be filled in on the application. Mr. Baker filled that in.


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Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Waldo, to accept the application as presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-0.

6. Theodore MacVeigh – New shed 12’ x 16’, Installation of 6 foot stockade fence along back property line, Installation of 4’ split rail fence, at 277 Old Bass River Road, South Dennis (M186-86). Theodore MacVeigh was present. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Barber had a problem with the placement of the shed being in line with the front of the house. Mr. Crowell had the same concern and thought it would be visually attractive in the read. Mr. Bohlin agreed it was too close to the front. Mr. MacVeigh agreed to move the shed as far back on the property as allowed by the building department and code in the Town. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber, to accept the application with the shed being move back as far as possible on the lot. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-0.

7. Andrew and Marianne Mason – New covered porch at 78 Jericho Road, Dennis (M385-41). Gordon Clark was present. There were no comments from abutters or the public. The Committee agreed this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Barber disclosed he was working with Mr. Clark on another project but it would not affect his decision. Motion: Mr. Crowell made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber and Mr. Waldo, to accept the application as presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-0.

8. Christopher Lambton – Demolish existing house at 100 Corporation Road, Dennis (M370-15). Rob McPhee was present to represent the application. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Lomenzo disclosed that he works with Mr. Lambton occasionally but it won’t affect his opinion. Mr. Bohlin thought a site visit would be appropriate. Mr. Waldo thought a site visit was not necessary and he would be comfortable voting for the demolition. Mr. Barber, Mr. Crowell and Mr. Lomenzo agreed a site visit was necessary. Mr. McPhee felt the Committee had visited the site for a previous application and tried to expedite the process. Mr. Lomenzo explained this was a new topic from the previous one and needed a new site visit.


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Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion, seconded by Mr. Bohlin, to allow the application to be continued in order to have site visit. The site visit was set for Wednesday, July 1, 2014 at 11am. APPLICATION CONTINUED. Voted 4-1-0. (Mr. Waldo opposed).

9. Christopher Lambton – New single family dwelling at 100 Corporation Road, Dennis (M370-15). Mr. McPhee represented the application. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Barber asked if the sunroom was replicated and it was but it was extended by 4 feet. He also asked if on the left side the gable was proud of the eve line. Mr. McPhee explained that the corner boards were 5 feet and 8 feet proud of the gable. Mr. Barber thought this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Crowell noted that the setbacks were missing from the specification sheet and the site plan. Mr. McPhee explained it would be 3 feet forward and 5 feet from the driveway. Mr. Bohlin thought this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Lomenzo thought the front elevation was not appropriate. He was concerned with the dormer configuration over a farmer’s porch with a roof and columns. He thought the right side was very appropriate. He thought the left elevation was an inappropriate mass of siding and shingles lacking windows and other architectural features. Mr. McPhee explained that the left elevation was not visible. There was a staircase inside that prevents a window being added. He also explained these 2D drawings did not show the dimensionality and step backs. The front would be very similar to the existing front. Mr. Lomenzo still had concerns with the front elevation. There was more discussion of bump outs, step outs on the building and dimensionality of the building. Mr. Lomenzo still felt this was not appropriate. The rest of the Committee respectfully disagreed. Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Crowell, to accept the application as presented. Mr. Lomenzo noted that this was inappropriate and uncharacteristic of the neighborhood and he was strongly opposed. He suggested waiting until after the site visit to approve this application. The Committee did not feel that was necessary. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 4-1-0 (Mr. Lomenzo opposed). Mr. Waldo pointed out that the demolition should be crossed off this application and it was.

10. Derek and Betty Jo Vautrinot – Alterations (Change two member rake board trim to multi member rake board trim) at 30 Strawberry Lane, East Dennis (M289-57). The owner was present. There were no comments from abutters or the public. The Committee believed this met the concerns of the Act. Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Crowell, to accept the application as presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-0.


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11. Michael McCarthy – New single family dwelling at 30 Heritage Place, East Dennis (M338-2). Atty. Matt Fitzsimmons was present along with Mike McCarthy. Shepherd Williams of 29 Heritage Place thought improvements had been made but was still concerned the garage was forward of the house. John Carry of 29 Sea Meadow had the same concern. Mr. Crowell thought there were significant improvements made and this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Bohlin thought a chimney still needed to be added. Mr. Waldo agreed with Mr. Bohlin. Mr. Barber agreed with Mr. Bohlin and also thought the transom window above the garage door should be smaller. Mr. Lomenzo noted that the garage is almost even with the opposite wing. He thought the transom on the rear would be more appropriate over the garage. He was still concerned with the right elevation and asked if a window could be put in the gable. Mr. McCarthy agreed to put a 6/1 window in the gable end and a 9” transom over the garage. Mr. Lomenzo asked about the chimney. Mr. McCarthy felt it was costly and not necessary. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion, seconded by Mr. Bohlin, to accept the application as presented with the transoms over the garage door being more in line with what is over the rear and that the right gable end has a window similar to the one that is in the center of that elevation. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-0.


1. P.J. Nyberg, Trustee – Request to extend application to September 24, 2014 for Demolition at 10 Pleasant Street, East Dennis (M413-32). Mr. Bohlin was opposed to granting an extension in addition to the 3 months the applicant had already extended. Mr. Lomenzo suggested making this the last extension and requiring a written explanation for the request. Mr. Barber suggested waiting to the July 9th meeting. Mr. Crowell was concerned with being hard nosed to proved the Committee is right versus possible preserving this home. Mr. Lomenzo noted the applicant could withdraw the application without prejudice. The Committee decided to neither approve nor deny the request.

2. 901 Route 134 – Request for a site visit. The Committee decided to do the site visit on Wednesday, July 1, 2014 at Noon.

3. 15 Howes Street – Request to amended landscape plan. The Committee approved the Letter of Amendment.


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4. 135 Greenland Circle - Certificate of Exemption for retaining walls The Committee required a full application.

5. 8 Stonewall Way – Request to amend window and front entry. The Committee required a full application.

6. 30 Christopher Hall – Certificate of Exemption for shed The Committee approved the exemption.

7. 10 Martin Road – Certificate of Exemption to extend deck. The Committee approved the exemption.

8. CapeAbilities – The Committee was concerned that the vegetation was dying and there

was a stockade fence put up without an approval. They agreed to send a Request for Investigation to the Building Commissioner.

Motion to Adjourn: Made by Mr. Bohlin, seconded by Mr. Barber. MEETING ADJOURNED AT 8:41PM. Voted 5-0-0. __________________________________ Peter Lomenzo, Chairman

Approved July 9, 2014



DATE: Wednesday, June 11, 2014 PRESENT: Chairman Peter Lomenzo, Joshua Crowell, Bill Bohlin, Alternate Robert Waldo ABSENT: Frank Ciambriello and Gary Barber CONVENED: 6pm

A public hearing was held in accordance with Chapter 470 of the Acts of 1973, as Amended, at Dennis Town Office, 485 Main Street, South Dennis, on Wednesday, June 11, 2014 at 6:00 P.M. on the following applications for a Certificate of Appropriateness:

Minutes:

May 14, 2014

Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Crowell, to accept the minutes as presented. MINUTES APPROVED. Voted 3-0-1 (Mr. Waldo abstained).

May 28, 2014

Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Crowell, to accept the minutes as presented. MINUTES APPROVED. Voted 3-0-1 (Mr. Waldo abstained).

Before the regular meeting began Mr. Lomenzo shared that Mr. Ciambriello was recovering from an operation, had developed some complications but was doing better and was getting ready to move to rehab. The Committee wished him well and hoped he returned soon.

Regular Meeting:

1. 768 Old Bass River Trust – New Commercial building and contractors’ yard at 768 Old Bass River Road, Dennis (M310-39).

Niall Hopkins was present to represent the application.


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George & Susan Fernandez of 799 Old Bass River Road were present to support the project.

Beth Hollis of 751 Old Bass River Road was concerned that there would be access of Old Bass River Road and Paddocks Path. She noted this was a heavily residential area and that her children wait for the bus in front of that property.

Mr. Waldo asked how tall the building would be and Mr. Hopkins explained that it would be 24 feet to the top of the ridge. Mr. Waldo asked what type of fence would be installed and that would be a black chain link fence. Mr. Crowell thought there were some issues. He felt the neighborhood was substantially residential. He did feel that the design was an improvement over the sand pits and fences that are there now. Mr. Bohlin noted that the overall length and width were not filled in on the second page and he was concerned there were four garage doors. Mr. Hopkins explained there were 3 facing Paddocks and 1 facing Old Bass and they would primarily use Paddocks Path. Mr. Bohlin thought the chain link fence and two entrances were changing the looks of the neighborhood. Mr. Lomenzo felt the orientation of the garage doors was not clear on the application. He was concerned there were tremendous amounts of incomplete and inaccurate information in the application. He did not believe the drawing was correct to the plot plan since it said that the garage doors were south facing when that would make them facing Old Bass River Road. He also strongly agreed with the abutter regarding the entrance on Old Bass River Road. He noted there was no description of the fence and he was opposed to a chain link fence on Old Bass River Road. He though it looked like the lot will be clear cut and will not be screened. He also was concerned that the specification sheet on the application was missing many details including the overall length and width, roof, gutters, fencing, cupolas, etc. He did however feel the design was appropriate. He suggested the applicant withdraw to complete and correct the application. Mr. Hopkins apologized for the incomplete application. He had a sample of the roof and shutters with him. He shared that his goal was to have the main entrance on Paddocks Path. He was willing to close the Old Bass River Road entrance but he was not sure if that would be ok with the Post Office. He also explained that he would be screening the fence with Leyland Cypress trees. Mr. Lomenzo still felt the garage doors should not be the prime focus facing the street so they compromised and agreed to move the gate up towards the water tower. Mr. Bohlin was concerned they had no information on the signs. Mr. Hopkins withdrew the signs. There was also discussion of moving the fence further back off the road. It was agreed the applicant would come back in 2 weeks with a completed specific sheet, the location of the gate and the changes suggested.

Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Crowell, to allow the application to be continued to the June 25th meeting. APPLICATION CONTINUED. Voted 4-0-0.


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2. Theresa & John Jay – Install a 4ft spaced cedar flat board fence at 17 Viking Drive, South Dennis (M161-15). Theresa Jay was present to represent the application. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Crowell asked how many lineal feet the fence would be and there would be 262 feet. He was also concerned that the fence should be stepped back. Mr. Bohlin had the same concern. He felt it would be more appropriate off the back corners of the house. Mr. Waldo agreed. Mr. Lomenzo felt the fence was inappropriate and should be moved back. Mrs. Jay noted that there were plenty of houses in the neighborhood that had fences in the front of the house. She had pictures with her. The pictures were of spaced picket fences. Mrs. Jay and the Committee compromised to do a spaced picket fence in the same location. Motion: Mr. Crowell made a motion, seconded by Mr. Bohlin, to allow the applicant to install a 4 foot picket fence as shown on the plot plan and natural in color. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 4-0-0.

3. Patrick Clarke – New 10x16 utility shed at 24 Pinedale Road, South Dennis (M170-61). There was no one present so the application was put to the bottom of the pile.

4. Jacqueline Donovan – New single family home at 11 Surrey Lane, Dennis (M235-9) Mike Williams of Davenport was present to represent the application. He had new plans with him. Fred McIlhenney of 16 Surrey Lane wanted to see this house stay in character with the rest of the neighborhood and be sure the setbacks were done properly. He wanted to know if he would be notified if the house didn’t meet the setbacks. He also asked the length of the lot. Mr. Lomenzo noted that the lot is about 256 feet long, the setbacks were not the purview of this Committee, and they would review the application. Lou Moretsky of 22 Surrey Lane asked how far back the house would sit. Mr. Bohlin preferred the original plans. He liked the shutters on the original plan. Mr. Williams explained that was an oversight. There would be black shutters. Mr. Bohlin preferred the dormer in the original location and asked for the details on the chimney. Mr. Williams explained it would be flat white with bead around the top. Mr. Waldo was concerned with the trees being cut. Mr. Williams explained the house is 122 feet back from the road and 21.5 feet away from the abutter’s property line. The lot would remain heavily treed. Only about 20 feet from the house would be cleared for lawn. Mr. Crowell also expressed favor for the original plan especially the window arrangement and the Nantucket dormer and he also was concerned with the number of trees being cut. Mr. Lomenzo asked if the garage was still being entered from the side and it was. He clarified the lot clearing. The back of the lot will not be cleared; all trees will be left. The area around the septic will be cleared and mulched over. The trees down the property


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line will remain. Mr. Lomenzo also reiterated that several members like the original design better. He noted that the garage seemed smaller. Mr. Williams pointed out that the removed a piece of roof between the garage and the house. Mr. Lomenzo asked if it would be possible to put a dormer over the right wind to break up the mass of the roof. Mr. Williams agreed to add a small dormer and to keep the 2 other dormers. The Committee requested a landscape plan with details and revised drawings. Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Waldo, to accept the application with the stipulation that the applicant provide a detailed landscape plan detailing all the stipulation and a new drawing of the front elevation to show the addition of the small dormer on the right wing and shutters within 2 weeks. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 4-0-0.

5. Patrick Clarke – New 10x16 utility shed at 24 Pinedale Road, South Dennis (M170-61). Jaimie McGrath of Pine Harbor was present and apologized for being late. Debbi Graff, an abutter, wanted to be sure the shed would be in the same foot print as the existing shed. Mr. McGrath explained the proposed shed was the same size and would be within a foot of the current location. Mr. Waldo thought this was appropriate. Mr. Crowell thought this was an improvement. Mr. Bohlin agreed, but asked to have the overall length and width filled in on the specification sheet and the bead board shutters drawn in on the drawings. Motion: Mr. Crowell made a motion, seconded by Mr. Waldo, to accept the application with the applicant filling in the length and width on the specification sheet and drawing in the shutters. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 4-0-0.

Other Business:

Route 6A - There was a letter regarding the tree cutting along Route 6A that the Committee decided to forward to the Building Commissioner.

35 Mariner Road - There was a letter regarding the condition of the property at 35

Mariner that the Committee also decided to forward to the Building Commissioner.

80 Jericho Road – The original approved color was white cedar shingles with bleaching oil. They had changed the color without permission. The Committee voted unanimously to submit a Request for Investigation to the Building Commissioner.

Exemption process – It was discussed and determined that all amendments and

exemptions should be emailed to all Committee members when they are received. If any member has a concern it automatically comes to a meeting. The members have 48 hours to respond and silence means consent. Mr. Bohlin made the motion, Mr. Crowell seconded. MOTION CARRIED. Voted 4-0-0.


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10 Village Green – There was a Letter of Amendment regarding the addition. All Committee members would visit the site.

Motion to Adjourn:

Made by Mr. Bohlin, seconded by Mr. Crowell. MEETING ADJOURNED AT 7:29PM. Voted 4-0-0.




DATE: Wednesday, May 28, 2014 PRESENT:Chairman Peter Lomenzo, Frank Ciambriello, Joshua Crowell, Bill Bohlin,

Gary Barber ABSENT: Alternate Robert Waldo CONVENED: 6pm

A public hearing was held in accordance with Chapter 470 of the Acts of 1973, as Amended, at Dennis Town Office, 485 Main Street, South Dennis, on Wednesday, May 28, 2014 at 6:00 P.M. on the following applications for a Certificate of Appropriateness: Continued Applications:

1. Steve & Shelly John – Demolish left wing and construct two new additions at 24 Long Hill Road, Dennis (M285-1). Eric Tolley was present with new plans. There were no comments from abutters or the public. The Committee agreed this met the concerns of the Act. Motion: Mr. Crowell made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber, to accept the application as presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-0.

2. Scott & Brenda Fitzpatrick –New construction (rebuild as originally existing and with additions approved on 1.8.14) at 159 Corporation Road, Dennis (M386-30). Scott Fitzpatrick was present with new plans. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Bohlin noted that the Committee had asked for pictures to be sure the building was replicated exactly but he thought this met the requirements. Mr. Crowell thought this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Ciambriello felt the Committee need complete elevation drawings showing the existing house and additions and they should be ¼” to 1 foot scale. Mr. Barber was hoping to see stone veneer on the concrete foundation and agreed the Committee needed complete elevation drawings. Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion to accept the application with two stipulations; first the applicant will indicate stone veneer on the foundation and second the applicant will provide 2 sets of ¼” to the foot elevations. Mr. Lomenzo amended that the printed version of the plans should be marked “replicate existing house”. Mr. Bohlin

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accepted the amendment. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-0. The Committee noted that they had 2 weeks to turn in the new plans.

Regular Meetings:

1. Village Improvement Society of Dennis – New center climbing structure at the playground at 7 Nobscusset Road, Dennis (M329-8). Jeni Landers the Chair of the Playground Committee was present. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Crowell thought this was wonderful and met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Ciambriello agreed this was a nice improvement but he had a concern with the safety of the climbing wall. Ms. Landers explained this was meant for children ages 5-12. The tallest peak was 14 feet so the wall was well under that and the ground would be covered with engineered wood fiber. Mr. Barber and Mr. Bohlin thought this met the concerns of the Act. It was suggested the demo box on the application be checked off since the old structure was being demolished. Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Crowell, to accept the application and have the applicant check off the demo box on the application. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-0.

2. Terry & Bonnie Flahive – Alterations & addition (new dormer over existing garage) at 152 New Boston Road, Dennis (M303-23). Thomas Moore was present to represent the application. There were no comments from abutters or the public. The Committee agreed this met the concerns of the Act. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion, seconded by Mr. Ciambriello and Mr. Barber, to accept the application as presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-0.

3. Steve & Karen Campe – Demolition of dwelling at 76 Wampanoag Trail, Dennis (M347-42). Thomas Moore represented the application. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Barber thought this house had no historical significance and thought the demolition met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Bohlin agreed. Mr. Crowell thought this house had no architectural significance and agreed the demolition met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Ciambriello agreed. Motion: Mr. Crowell made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber, to accept the application as presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-0.


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4. Steve & Karen Campe – New single family dwelling at 76 Wampanoag Trail, Dennis (M347-42). Thomas Moore was present. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Crowell asked Mr. Moore what he would classify the style as. It was a Gambrel/Cape. Mr. Crowell thought the door was more appropriate for a bungalow. Mr. Ciambriello agreed. Mr. Barber agreed. Mr. Lomenzo asked if there would be clear cutting. Mr. Moore noted a couple of oak trees close to the house would be removed but the rest would remain. He assured the Committee the lot would not be stripped. Mr. Lomenzo was concerned the clearing would go right to the lot line due to the septic. Mr. Moore noted that as long as they don’t have to use the reserve field they won’t clear the lot. Mr. Lomenzo reminded him that if they do have to clear to the lot line they have to come before the Committee again. Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber, to accept the application as presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-0.

5. Jim & Kathy Pedini – Alterations (remove gable window and replace with double mullion) at 83 Black Ball Hill, Dennis (M282-5). Eric Oman was present. There were no comments from abutters or the public. The Committee agreed this met the concerns of the Act. Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber, to accept the application as presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-0.

6. Northside Marina Trust – Relocate existing sign at 377 Sesuit Neck Road, East Dennis (M421-1). Bob Perry was present on behalf of the Marina. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Ciambriello felt the sign was historic and nostalgic and met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Barber, Mr. Bohlin, and Mr. Crowell agreed. Mr. Lomenzo noted that the Act require a 12 square foot size limit and asked why the Marina should be allowed to exceed that. Mr. Perry explained there are 6 businesses listed on the sign so this one sign is better than 6 separate 12 square foot signs. He also explained the sign is a boat transom and blends in and he gave a history of the sign. Mr. Lomenzo wanted it on the record that if any of the business listed on the sign should change, be added or deleted the Marina needs to let the Committee know. Motion: Mr. Ciambriello made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber & Mr. Crowell, to accept the application as presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-0.


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7. Northside Marina Trust – New 8’x20’ shed with 5’x20’ at grade deck at 377 Sesuit Neck Road, East Dennis (M421-1). Bob Perry was present and explained that this shed will actually be a restroom facility. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Barber, Mr. Bohlin, Mr. Crowell and Mr. Ciambriello agreed this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Ciambriello asked what they were doing with the existing portable and Mr. Perry explained that would be removed. Mr. Lomenzo asked if there was a fence around the dumpster and Mr. Perry said there was a stockade fence there that he was not sure if it would remain. Mr. Lomenzo pointed out that the plan said “proposed per Dennis PD”. Mr. Perry thought that for now they would leave what was existing and if that was to change they would come before the Committee again. Mr. Lomenzo suggested taking it off the plan and the Marina could come back later. Mr. Perry agreed. Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Crowell, to accept the application as presented with the stipulation that the applicant cross off the proposed fence. APPPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-0.

8. Russell Strough – Additions & alterations (32’x16’5” addition, 11’6”x15’ deck, and replace chain-link fence with cedar fence) at 14 Matthew Street, South Dennis (M213-20). Russell Strough was present. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Crowell asked for the height of the fence which Mr. Strough explained was 6 feet high and the same as the existing. Mr. Ciambriello noted that the fence was not filled in on the specification sheet. He also noted that pool code was 4 feet and he preferred to see that. Mr. Barber thought that since the 6 foot fence existed it was ok but he would have objected otherwise. He also asked if the smooth or the rough side of the siding would be facing out and it would be the rough. Mr. Bohlin thought this met the concerns of the Act. Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber to accept the application as presented. Mr. Ciambriello added the amendment that the application should fill in the fence on the specification sheet. Mr. Bohlin accepted the amendment. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-0.

9. Todd Taylor – New 10’x16’ shed at 31 Freedom Trail, East Dennis (M374-54). Jaimie McGrath was present. He noted that they had changed the design and were eliminating the roof overhang. He would provide drawings to the office. There were no comments from abutters or the public. The Committee agreed this met the concerns of the Act.


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Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Crowell, to accept the application with the stipulation that the applicant provide drawings of the shed with pergola within 2 weeks. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-0.

10. HMA Realty Trust – Demolition of barn at 32 Roads End, Dennis (M385-38). Mr. Lomenzo had to step down. Mr. Bohlin nominated Mr. Crowell as acting chair. Mr. Ciambriello seconded. Voted unanimously. Atty. Jeff Ford was present. There were no comments from abutters or the public. The Committee agreed they could approve the demolition. Mr. Barber reminded Atty. Ford they had to go before the Historic Commission for the Demolition Delay Bylaw. Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber, to accept the application as presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 4-0-0.

11. Mary Fishler Trust – Demolition of shed at 402 Route 6A, Dennis (M280-1). Ben ? was present. There were no comments from abutters or the public. The Committee agreed this met the concerns of the Act. Motion: Mr. Crowell made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber, to accept the application as presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-0. The applicant suggested that the Committee should consider empowering the Building Commissioner to approve cases like this. He suggested that when it was obvious like was it may not be required to be heard. Mr. Lomenzo noted they would take that into consideration.

12. Christopher & Christina Madaus – Alterations (replace door and windows on porch) at 32 Paul Street, Dennis (M389-40). Dave Pitney was present. There were no comments from abutters or the public. The Committee agreed this met the concerns of the Act. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion, seconded by Mr. Bohlin, to accept the application as presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-0.

13. Basil & Anne Cronin – New single family dwelling at 69 Farrington Road, East Dennis (M423-5). Mr. Ciambriello stepped down. Atty. David Reid was present with revised plans. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Bohlin, Mr. Crowell and Mr. Barber thought this met the concerns of the Act. Mr.


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Barber noted that the east and west elevations had been mislabeled and needed to be corrected. Mr. Lomenzo was concerned that the front elevation which was the west elevation did not have a door. He felt this was inappropriate. He did not have a problem with the rest of the design since it was in keeping with the rest of an unusual setting. Atty. Reid explained that the physical front was the north elevation and the west elevation had two bedrooms so they did not allow for a door there. Mr. Lomenzo noted that they needed the architectural feature of door. He suggested taking the door on the garage away since it was inappropriate and have a door built on the west elevation whether it functioned or not. There was discussion amongst the Committee of the historic precedence of front doors not facing the road and gable ends not requiring a door. The Committee and Atty. Reid compromised on placing a trellis or arbor where a door would be and eliminating the door into the garage. It was also noted that the street address will be 38. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion, seconded by Mr. Bohlin, to accept the application with the door next to the garage being eliminated going back to the original plans, that a trellis type feature be added between the two windows on the first floor facing the street, and change the east to the west and the west to the east. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 4-0-0.

14. Michael McCarthy – New single family dwelling at 30 Heritage Place, East Dennis (M338-2). Mike McCarthy was present. John Carrier an abutter from 29 Sea Meadow was concerned that the roof line from the plans did not match the roof lines on the septic plan. One looks like a full gable and the other looks like a hip roof. Shepard Williams an abutter from 29 Heritage Place noted that it was common in this neighborhood for garages to be recessed, turned to the side or under the house. He would like to see that on this house. Otherwise he thought the house was quite appropriate. There was a letter from Richard and Donna Moberg, abutters from 22 Heritage Place, supporting the project. Mr. Crowell was concerned with the garage. He suggested it face the other way or be set back. Mr. Ciambriello noted that the corner boards on the Nantucket dormer should match the rest of the house and also that it would be more appropriate for the casement windows to be double or triple hung. Mr. Barber was concerned that the plot plan’s roof lines were nothing like the plans for the house and was confused. He also noted the side elevation drawings were 1/8” scale and they needed to be ¼” to scale. He also felt the right elevation was no appropriate for an elevation facing the street. Mr. Bohlin agreed the garage was too far forward, that the windows should be a double hung configuration, and that right elevation was inappropriate. He also felt it needed a chimney to break up the roof line. Mr. Lomenzo primary concern was the very long and prominent right elevation. He also had a significant problem with the garage being so far forward. He thought this was inappropriate. There was a discussion of possible solutions. It was suggested the applicant withdraw the application to make the plans


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less confusing and address the concerns of the garage and the right elevation. Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Crowell, to allow the applicant to withdraw the application without prejudice. APPLICATION WITHDRAWN. Voted 5-0-0.

15. Usama El-Sehrawey – Demolition of garage at 876 Main Street, Dennis (M371-30). John Lonergan was present. There were no comments from abutters or the public. The Committee agreed this met the concerns of the Act. Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber, to accept the application as presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-0.

16. Usama El-Sehrawey – New garage at 876 Main Street, Dennis (M371-30). John Lonergan was present. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Barber thought doors with panels would be more traditional. Otherwise this met the concerns of the Act. The rest of the Committee agreed. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion, seconded by Mr. Bohlin, to accept the application with owner panels into the three garage doors. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-0.

Other Business:

Wixon School – Mr. Ciambriello was very concerned with the cutting of trees. He felt the destroyed a beautiful piece of property and here should be a stop order issued. Mr. Barber had been over there He made them aware that the low vegetation in the 25 foot buffer had to remain and that they may need to replant trees. Mr. Ciambriello was upset because they were told they wouldn’t see the panels with the buffer from the road. This is a flat lot with very few contours and he felt they were not told the whole truth. The Committee voted to request an investigation. Voted 5-0-0.

40 Hickory Street – there was a 6 foot stockade fence installed along Gage St by

ProFence without permission.

150/152 Sea Street – the office was asked to check into the approvals for lighting issued.

Historic Commission Workshop – Mr. Lomenzo asked the Committee to review Mr.

Ciambriello’s notes on the 2008 Bulletin and to come up with notes and suggestions of their own. He also asked to the Committee to think about drafting language to define the term “setting”. Mr. Ciambriello suggested doing the same for the term “mass”.

Hippogriffe pass through – Mr. Crowell noted 3 boulders have been placed in the pass

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were on personal property. The pass through was actually a little further over.

Floor plans – Mr. Ciambriello suggested requiring floor plans with applications to give the Committee more insight on the appearance of the outside of the house. Mr. Lomenzo noted that is not part of the Act but many people do already submit floor plans. He was open to the suggestion though.

Motion to Adjourn: Made by Mr. Bohlin, seconded by Mr. Crowell. MEETING ADJOURNED 8:41PM. Voted 5-0-0. ____________________________ Peter Lomenzo, Chairperson

MINUTES OF THE

OLD KING’S HIGHWAY REGIONAL HISTORIC DISTRICT Date: Thursday, May 14, 2014 Present: Chairman Peter Lomenzo Secretary Frank Ciambriello, Joshua Crowell, Gary Barber, Bill Bohlin,

Absent:, Robert Waldo Convened: 6pm A public hearing was held in accordance with Chapter 470 of the Acts of 1973, as Amended, at Dennis Town Office, 485 Main Street, South Dennis, on Thursday, May 14, 2014 at 6:00 P.M. on the following applications for a Certificate of Appropriateness: Minutes:

April 9, 2014 Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Crowell, to approve the minutes as presented. MINUTES APPROVED. Voted 5-0-0.

April 23, 2014 Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber, to approve the minutes as presented. MINUTES APPROVED. Voted 5-0-0. Continued Meeting: Mr. Lomenzo shared that he was not present when these applications originally came before the Committee. However, he had reviewed the meeting and signed a “Missed Meeting Form” in accordance with Mass General Law 39 Paragraph 23D, which says that he has reviewed the materials including the tape, minutes and applications.

1. Dennis Community Housing Preservation Associates, LP – New single story Community Building with solar arrays at Building 1, 812 Route 134, South Dennis (M203-50).

Rick Fennucio was present. At Mr. Lomenzo’s request he had a table with the overall length, width and height for each of the ten buildings. He also had samples of the siding and solar panels and a site lighting plan and lighting cut. Jason Stoots presented an explanation of the solar panels. Mr. Barber was opposed to the white checkerboard appearance. Mr. Bohlin did not have an objection to these panels. He thought they could compromise and Buildings 7, 2, and 3 could have black panels since they are closest to the street and visible. Mr. Fennucio they are probably 145-170 feet from Route 134. Mr. Bohlin thought the white background would be mitigated by the distance. Mr. Crowell wished he had a better way of visualizing how the panels would look on the buildings. Mr. Fennucio had a perspective to show the Committee. Mr. Ciambriello did not think the panel met the requirements of the Historic District and it was not appropriate. He felt a black panel was most appropriate since it will look like part of the roof, especially since the roof will be dark. Mr. Lomenzo noted a black roof with black panels will be appropriate. He also appreciated the detail of the plans and from the plans he thought

Town of Dennis Old King's Highway Regional Historic District Committee Town of Dennis Annex, 685 Route 134, South Dennis, MA 02660 508-760-6127 (fax) 508-394-6289

maybe only Building 1 and 2 should be held to the black roof and black panels because he wasn’t sure the public would be able to see the other buildings and their solar arrays. Mr. Lomenzo felt the entire roof should be black, the buildings closet to the road should be black on black, and the others could possibly have the panels with the diamond configuration. Since construction won’t be started for a while, Mr. Lomenzo’ s hope is that there would be a better panel that is developed and Mr. Fennucio would come back to the Committee with that proposal. Mr. Fennucio was hoping to come away from this meeting with an approval because there were funders that they need to show they’ve dotted the i’s. Mr. Fennucio had a sample of the CertainTeed Cement Singles. Mr. Barber thought they looked like a shingle. Mr. Bohlin, Mr. Crowell, Mr. Ciambriello and Mr. Lomenzo agreed this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Fennucio explained there will be thirty-five 80 watt LED 12 foot high lights that are 600-100 feet apart. They may be looking to increase the height of the pole to reduce the number of light fixtures. Mr. Barber had no problems with the lights, Mr. Bohlin agreed. Mr. Crowell asked if there was a deflector and there was one that would disperse the light downward. Mr. Lomenzo called for comments from abutters or the public. Irene Scolotus asked how many families will be in each dwelling and what is happening with the horses and the horse barn. Mr. Lomenzo explained that is not the Committee’s purview. They only deal with the design and architectural features. Mr. Fennucio explained there are 27 units that are a mix of 1, 2, and 3 bedroom units. He also explained that the horse barn is not part of the property. There is a lease line that has been worked out. There were no further comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Barber had no problems with the lights and shingles. He felt there was a panel that would be appropriate without having to be all black but that the white lines were less pronounced. He was not in favor of two types of panels in the development. Mr. Bohlin wouldn’t object to all buildings have the white grid or he’d be amenable to approving black panels on building 1 and 2. Mr. Crowell was more inclined to agree with Mr. Barber. Mr. Ciambriello thought the electrical layout and the shingles met the requirements of the Act. He agreed with Mr. Barber regarding the solar panels. He felt though should be as dark as possible with the faintest lines possible. Mr. Lomenzo thought the black roof, lighting as proposed, and the cement siding as proposed were ok. He agreed a solar panel somewhere between the black and the white checkerboard would be most appropriate for all the buildings. Mr. Barber asked the caliper of the trees being planted along the street. There were 20 and 30 foot eventually canopies indicated. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion, seconded by Mr. Crowell, to accept the siding as presented, the shingles to be Moire Black, the lighting as proposed at 12 feet, and a solar panel that is in between the two panels that were brought to the Committee. The panel may have visual lines but not distinct like they are on the example, but does not have to be a total black panel. The panel information should be brought to the Historic District Office prior to seeking a building permit. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-0.

2. Dennis Community Housing Preservation Associates, LP – New multi family dwelling with solar arrays at Building 2, 812 Route 134, South Dennis (M203-50).







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10. Dennis Community Housing Preservation Associates, LP – New single story maintenance garage with solar arrays at Building 10, 812 Route 134, South Dennis (M203-50).

The Committee agreed to take applications 2-10 together. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion, seconded by Mr. Bohlin, to accept applications 2-10 with the cementitious shingles that have been shown, lighting that has been shown, and solar panels that are something in between a black panel and the white checker board panel that was presented, and a black moire roof. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-0.

11. Filomena Arado – Install solar panels at 27 Stoney Way, Dennis (M410-30). Alec Meyers of Solar City was present. He had revised plans and specifications. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Bohlin asked what the panel would look like and it would be between the two panels that the Committee had just seen with the last application. Mr. Bohlin thought this met the requirements of the Act. Mr. Crowell agreed. Mr. Ciambriello was concerned the plans were not ¼” to the foot. Mr. Meyers had the site plan ¼” to the foot but not the elevations. Mr. Barber thought this was fine and could approve it with him dropping off the plans. Mr. Lomenzo agreed. Mr. Meyers agreed to have the plans within a week. Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion to accept the application as provided with the stipulation that the applicant provides elevation drawings ¼” to 1’ scale to the Historic Office within 1 week which is by May 21, 2014. Mr. Ciambriello made an amendment to the motion that the approval is conditional upon receiving the plans. Mr. Bohlin accepted the amendment. Mr. Barber seconded the motion. APPLICATION APPROVED. VOTED 5-0-0.

12. Jay Hajj – New fence at 46 Dunes View Road, East Dennis (M345-89). Gordon Clark was present and had new drawings for the Committee. Instead of a fence they were now proposing plantings that would be 6 feet tall. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Crowell thought this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Ciambriello noted there was no specification sheet with the application. Mr. Clark offered to bring one into the office. Mr. Barber thought this met the concerns of the Act and Mr. Bohlin agreed. Mr. Lomenzo thought this was a brilliant solution and commended the owner and Mr. Clark. Motion: Mr. Ciambriello made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber, to accept the application as presented with the following: that the words “new fence” be stricken and the applicant will insert the words shrubbery or plantings in its place and thirdly will supply a specification sheet. Mr. Bohlin amended that the applicant is also putting in an arbor. Mr. Ciambriello accepted the amendment. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-0.

Regular Meeting:

1. Fred & Lois Provost – New 8x12 deck at 40 Baldwin Road, East Dennis (M333-31). Mr. Lomenzo had to step down. Mr. Bohlin nominated Mr. Crowell as temporary chair, Mr. Barber seconded the nomination. Voted 5-0-0. The Provost’s were present. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Ciambriello thought this met the requirements of the Act. Mr. Barber and Mr. Bohlin agreed, however, Mr. Bohlin pointed out that the overall length and width needed to be filled in on the specification sheet. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion, seconded by Mr. Bohlin to accept the application as presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-0.

2. Chapin Beach Realty LLC - New single family dwelling at 110 Taunton Ave, Unit A, Dennis (M344-109-1).

Joe Hannigan was present with Andrew Garulay, the landscape architect. He noted he had met with abutters and addressed their concerns. He also public announced that he was inviting all abutters within 300 feet to an open house on May 31st to address more concerns. Rose Austin of 27 Spadoni Way was concerned with the type of fencing; if the fence would include a fence to replace the stockade 8 foot fence in front of the big house; what type of fence will surround the dumpster; what is the highest point from the finished grade and if the project would be done all at once or one building at a time. Ray Mirandi of 9 Schofield Road was 100% in favor of this project but wanted to see what the buildings would look like when they are done. Mr. Ciambriello was concerned that the application called for 6ft high stockade fence but on the landscape plan there was a lot of white picket fence with no height indicated. He felt that heights should be indicated. There were also a number of privacy fences that he wanted clarification on. Mr. Hannigan explained they would be 3ft high. Mr. Ciambriello thought the house blended into the neighborhood. He reserved further comment. Mr. Barber was disappointed there was no site visit. He thought the proposed was a good replacement for what is there. He had questions about the fencing. Mr. Hannigan explained where the different types of fencing were going. Mr. Bohlin was in favor of this project and had no problem with the 6 foot stockade fence. He just clarified that the fence around the dumpster would be the same 6 foot stockade and Mr. Hannigan confirmed that. Mr. Crowell thought this was an improvement and met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Lomenzo commended Mr. Hannigan. He asked for the material of the picket fence and it will be PVC. He asked for clarification on the fence on the south side and according to Mr. Hannigan that was a 5 foot existing stockade fence. He pointed out that was also along the east side. They compromised and agreed a 5 foot fence would be sufficient around the dumpster. They also compromised that the stockade would only start at the last right hand elbow turn across the long driveway. They determined on the rear elevation the windows would be casement 4/1 configuration, while the rest of the house would be 6/1. Mr. Ciambriello suggested awning windows there instead of casement for safety. Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber, to accept the application as presented, with the picket fences being 3 feet or less, the split rail fence will continue around the front of the main house around the corner to the bend where it meets up with the stockade at the walkway, and that the fence around the dumpster will be a 5ft stockade with a gate. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-0.


3. Chapin Beach Realty LLC - New single family dwelling at 110 Taunton Ave, Unit

Dennis(M344-109-2) 4. Chapin Beach Realty LLC - New single family dwelling at 110 Taunton Ave, Unit C,

Dennis(M344-109-3) 5. Chapin Beach Realty LLC - New single family dwelling at 110 Taunton Ave, Unit D,

Dennis(M344-109-6) 6. Chapin Beach Realty LLC - New single family dwelling at 110 Taunton Ave, Unit E,

Dennis(M344-109-5) 7. Chapin Beach Realty LLC - New single family dwelling at 110 Taunton Ave, Unit F,

Dennis(M344-109-4) Joe Hannigan was present. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Ciambriello thought these met the concerns of the Act with the same conditions as the prior application. The Committee members agreed. Motion: Mr. Ciambriello made a motion, seconded by Mr. Crowell, to approve applications 3 – 7 with the same conditions as application 2. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-0.

8. Steve & Shelly John – Demolish left wing and construct two new additions at 24 Long Hill Road, Dennis (M285-1).

Eric Tolley was present. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Barber preferred 6/1 windows since the house presently has grills. He asked for the material of the retaining wall. Mr. Tolley explained there is an existing poured concrete retaining wall so this will most likely be poured concrete. Mr. Barber preferred a boulder wall, other than that he thought this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Bohlin agreed with Mr. Barber regarding the grills in the windows. The rear elevation of the house is very visible from Old Bass River so he felt there should be a few more windows on the rear elevation of the garage. He also noted there should be a replanting since a large portion of the lot was clear cut. Mr. Crowell agreed with Mr. Barber’s concerns regarding the windows and with Mr. Bohlin’s suggestion of replanting. Mr. Ciambriello agreed the windows should be 6/1. He also suggested the retaining wall could have a veneer on it instead of doing a bolder wall. He agreed there needed to be some replanting in the front. Mr. Lomenzo had similar concerns with the wall and windows. Mr. Tolley preferred to do a split faced stone veneer. Mr. Lomenzo asked for a landscape plan. There was discussion of the rear elevation of the garage. Mr. Tolley agreed to add a window higher in the gable and another window to balance the one already proposed. Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber, to accept the application with the stipulation that the Certificate of Appropriateness will be issued after the applicant resubmits drawings for a landscape plan, with the 6/1 windows and redesigning the rear elevation, and a split facing stone veneer on the retaining wall with all the Committee members seeing the plans and signing off on them. Mr. Ciambriello suggested this should be continued. Mr. Bohlin resubmitted his motion to allow the applicant to continue the application for 2 weeks. Mr. Barber seconded the motion. APPLICATION CONTINUED. Voted 5-0-0.

9. Advanced Biotechnologies LLC – New signs at 860 Route 134, Unit #3, East Dennis (M218-26).

Jim Gerard was present. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Bohlin noted this sign is larger than the Committee usually approved but this was replacing a sign of the same size so he thought this met the Committee’s requirements. Mr. Crowell thought this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Ciambriello and Mr. Barber agreed. Motion: Mr. Crowell made a motion, seconded by Mr. Bohlin, to accept the application presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-0.

10. William & Claire Bundeff – New garage and addition at 14 Timber Lane, East Dennis (M219-27).

Bill Bundeff was present with his contractor ? Teixeira. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Crowell thought this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Ciambriello agreed. Mr. Barber asked if they were clearing the lot right to the street. Mr. Bundeff explained he will be clearing but then putting a row of arbor vitae along the road. Mr. Barber preferred to see the trees stay. Mr. Bohlin asked if the garage is forward of the house. Mr. Bundeff explained that it is by 1 foot due to restrictions in the building code. Mr. Bohlin thought this met the requirements. Mr. Lomenzo read an abutter letter in support of the project. A copy of this letter will be maintained with this application in the Building Department file for this property. Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Crowell, to accept the application as presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-0.

11. Solomon Roth – Alterations (change and add windows) at 272 Nobscussett Road, Dennis (M367-105)

John Balise from Whalen Restoration was present. He had some updated drawings. There were no comments from abutters or the public. The Committee agreed this met the concerns of the Act. Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Crowell, to accept the application as presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-0.

12. Mark Sullivan – Alterations (side with Cedar Impressions) at 43 Robbin Run, East Dennis (M318-22).

The owner was Michael not Mark Sullivan. He was present. There were no comments from the abutter. The Committee agreed this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Ciambriello confirmed the exposure would be 5 inches and it would be. Motion: Mr. Crowell made a motion, seconded by Mr. Bohlin, to accept the application as presented.



13. Ann Scamuzzi – Alterations (extend shed dormer, remove skylight, reside with Mastic Cedar shingles, retrim and reroof) at 35 Phyllis Road, Dennis (M261-25).

Bill Scamuzzi was present. He added that he would like to remove the chimney to least below the roof line since they have converted to gas. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Bohlin liked that he was eliminating a skylight and was fine with removing the chimney. He thought this met the requirements of the Act. Mr. Crowell thought this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Ciambriello thought this met the concerns of the Act. He also requested both end elevations showing how the dormer projects. The profile will not change since the dormer already exists. Mr. Lomenzo thought they should require only the right elevation for the file. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion, seconded by Mr. Bohlin, to accept the application as presented. Mr. Lomenzo made an amendment to require the right elevation for the file. The amendment was not accepted. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 3-1-1 (Mr. Lomenzo opposed, Mr. Ciambriello abstained).

14. Scott & Brenda Fitzpatrick – Demolish house at 159 Corporation Road, Dennis (M386-30) Scott Fitzpatrick was present. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Crowell thought the demolition should be approved. Mr. Ciambriello agreed. Mr. Barber wanted to see the stone foundation preserved. Mr. Fitzpatrick planned to put a stone veneer on the poured concrete. Mr. Bohlin agreed it was unfortunate but the structure needed to be demolished. Mr. Lomenzo discussed demolition with the condition of replication. Mr. Ciambriello wanted a complete set of elevations showing exactly what will be done so the house will be replicated properly. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion, seconded by Mr. Crowell, to allow the applicant to demolish the existing house with the fact that he will replicate it as it appears. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-0.

15. Scott & Brenda Fitzpatrick –New construction (rebuild as originally existing and with additions approved on 1.8.14) at 159 Corporation Road, Dennis (M386-30).

Scott Fitzpatrick was present. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Ciambriello made the point that the previous application for alterations are null and void since there is no structure to alter. He required plans showing the replication that were ¼” to scale. Mr. Lomenzo asked if these plans were a replica of the previously existing house. Mr. Barber noted that details of trim, corner boards, rakes, etc. were missing. He suggested requiring pictures of every elevation to document the structure before it’s demolished. Mr. Bohlin thought what the Committee had was sufficient. Mr. Crowell agreed with Mr. Barber that the Committee should have good record of what they are replicating. Mr. Lomenzo agreed. He explained the Committee needed complete ¼” scale drawings with details and documentation in the form of photographs of what will be replicated. Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber, to allow the applicant to continue for two weeks to supply the Committee with accurate drawings and pictures of the existing house. APPLICATION CONTINUED. Voted 5-0-0.

Other Business: Complaint of Fence at 39 Vinland Drive: Mr. Barber thought they had complied with what the Committee approved. It was voted to let the Building Commissioner do an investigation. Voted 5-0-0. 76 Packet Drive: Mr. Barber questioned the generator in the front yard. Mr. Lomenzo explained the Building Commissioner was handling issues at this property. Stony Way: There was update that the investigation was completed, the stone walls had been altered, and the home owner should be filing an application soon. Old Bass & Primrose: Mr. Barber noted there was a lot totally cleared of trees. Rte. 6A near the Post Office: Mr. Barber shared this lot was also cleared. CapeAbilities: There were concerns of the plantings and fencing. Mr. Lomenzo suggested that the Committee wait until the project was done and then if necessary they can act. 40 Hickory – Mr. Barber was concerned a stockade fence was put up. The Committee voted to submit a request for an investigation. Voted 5-0-0. Motion to Adjourn: Made by Mr. Crowell, seconded by Mr. Bohlin. MEETING ADJOURNED 9:22PM. Voted 5-0-0.


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MINUTES OF THE SOUTH DENNIS HISTORIC COMMISSION

Date: Wednesday, March 5, 2014 Present: Chairman Gary Barber, Commissioners Michael Sarli and Joseph Rak

Absent: Staff: Laurie Barr

Convened: 6pm

The regular meeting of the South Dennis Historic Commission district was held under the provisions of Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 40C.

Continued Meeting:

1. Tim Sherry – Additions (pool fence & shed) at 538 Main Street, South Dennis (M139‐33). Tim Sherry was present to represent the application. He had moved the pool to the back of the house and was requesting a 5’ fence. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Rak thought this looked terrific. Mr. Sarli thanked Mr. Sherry for giving this extra consideration. He was comfortable with the location of the fence and the pool. He questioned the siding of the shed. Mr. Sherry wanted to shingle the side since there were no windows or shutters and have board & batten on the rear. Mr. Sarli thought the rear of the shed would be visible so it was agreed the rear would be white cedar shingles. Mr. Sarli clarified for the record that the front of the shed would be white clapboard and the rear and sides would be white cedar shingles. Mr. Barber thanked Mr. Sherry for his consideration. Motion: Mr. Rak made a motion, seconded by Mr. Sarli, to accept the application with the minor alterations to the shed. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 3‐0‐0.

Regular Meeting:

1. Rosenbach Real Estate, LLC – Alterations (replace overhead door, add 6/1 window) at

36 Old Bass River Road, South Dennis (M149‐54).

Dan Rosenbach was present. There were no comments from abutters or the public.

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Mr. Sarli disclosed that the contractor had done work at his house but this would not

impact his decision. He clarified that the window proposed will match the existing

window, the garage door would be the same style just smaller, and the shutters would

be hung on hinge and pintels to match the existing. He didn’t have any issues. Mr. Rak

thought this looked good and would be an improvement. Mr. Barber also thought this

was an improvement. He asked if the siding on the side was changing to shingles. Mr.

Rosenbach explained that the side is staying T‐111.

Motion:

Mr. Rak made a motion, seconded by Mr. Sarli, to accept the application as amended.

APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 3‐0‐0.

2. William & Barbara Fisher – Alterations (replace windows, replace doors, replace, cedar

shingles, replace T‐111 with cedar shingles, replace trim with AZEK) at 32 Farm Lane,

South Dennis, (M107‐7). WITHDRAWN

Minutes: February 19, 2013 The minutes were tabled to the next meeting. No vote was taken.

Other Business (Information, Informals, Complaints, Exemptions, etc.) Mr. Sarli noted that the Commission was shorthanded and were actively looking for members. Anyone interested should fill out at green card at Town Hall. Motion to Adjourn: Made by Mr. Rak, seconded by Mr. Sarli. MEETING ADJOURNED AT 6:30PM. Voted 3‐0.

________________________________ Gary Barber, Chairman

MINUTES OF THE

OLD KING’S HIGHWAY REGIONAL HISTORIC DISTRICT Date: Thursday, April 23, 2014 Present: Chairman Peter Lomenzo Secretary Frank Ciambriello, Joshua Crowell, Gary Barber, Bill Bohlin,

Absent:, Robert Waldo Convened: 6pm A public hearing was held in accordance with Chapter 470 of the Acts of 1973, as Amended, at Dennis Town Office, 485 Main Street, South Dennis, on Thursday, April 23, 2014 at 6:00 P.M. on the following applications for a Certificate of Appropriateness: Regular Meeting:

1. Sight Loss Services, Inc. – New sign at 902 Route 134, South Dennis (M234-3). Cynthia Stead was present. There were no comments from abutters or the public. The Committee believed this met the concerns of the Act. Motion: Mr. Crowell made a motion, seconded by Mr. Bohlin, to accept the application as presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-0.

2. Tony & Sarahbeth Persiani – Alterations (remove closed front porch, replace with open front porch) at 47 Cliff Street, Dennis (M225-63).

Sarahbeth Persiani was present. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Bohlin thought this met the requirements of the act, he just asked the applicant to correct the overall width and length on the application to include the house and the addition. The rest of the Committee agreed this met the concern of the Act. Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber, to accept the application with the stipulation that the applicant change the overall structure width to 44 feet. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-0.

3. George & Alice Machon – Addition & alterations (new roof, windows, siding & trim) at 7 Shiverick Road, East Dennis (M410-14).

Justin McCarthy was present. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Crowell noted skylight visible from the road were not acceptable under the Act. Mr. Ciambriello questioned the description “Exemption filed for shed”. Mr. McCarthy explained he was just noting that he already received approval for a shed. Mr. Ciambriello requested that be crossed off but thought that other than the skylights he thought this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Barber had a problem with the skylights on the south side but not on the north side. Mr.


Bohlin agreed with Mr. Barber. Mr. Lomenzo also believed the south skylights were not appropriate, but the north and west skylights were not visible so they could stay. He asked if the deck was new, if it would be made of Azek, and if there were balusters. Mr. McCarthy explained it was a new deck off the addition, made of Azek, and there would be no balusters. Mr. Lomenzo also clarified that the siding was wood shingles and it was. Mr. Lomenzo asked if the applicant was willing to remove the south skylight. Mr. McCarthy preferred not to but was amenable to doing it if that is what the Board required. Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber, to accept the application with the stipulation that the applicant cross off 2 skylights on the south elevation and strike the exemption portion off the application. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-0.

4. Town of Dennis & Dennis Public Market – New sign at 250 Corporation Road, Dennis (M402-1).

Jeff Perry was present. There were no comments from abutters or the public. The Committee members believed this met the concerns of the Act. Motion: Mr. Ciambriello made a motion, seconded by Mr. Crowell, to accept the application as presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-0.

5. William & Jennifer Bullock – Pool fence at 11 Fairway Drive, South Dennis (M264-5). Andrew Richer was present. There were no comments from abutters or the public. The Committee members believed this met the concerns of the Act. Motion: Mr. Crowell made a motion, seconded by Mr. Bohlin, to accept the application as presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-0.

6. Bob & Susan Laufer – Addition (14x24 screened porch) at 41 Stillman Kelley Road, East Dennis (M414-12).

Mr. Lomenzo stepped down. Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber to elect Mr. Crowell as temporary chair. Voted 5-0-0. Jared Reeves was present. There were no comments from abutters or the public. The Committee thought this met the concerns of the Act. Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber, to accept the application as presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 4-0-0. Mr. Barber made a motion, seconded by Mr. Bohlin, to reinstate Mr. Lomenzo as chair. Voted 5-0-0.

7. Constance Maney – New single family at Lot 66 Farrington Road, East Dennis (M423-5). Atty. David Reid and David Nordberg were present. There were no comments from abutters. Mr. Bohlin thought the changes were an improvement and this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Crowell thought this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Ciambriello thought this met the concerns

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of the Act but questioned the average height from the lower level. Mr. Nordberg thought that to be 34-35 feet. Mr. Barber disclosed he was working with Mr. Nordberg on another project but that wouldn’t affect his decision. He thought this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Lomenzo was concerned the landscaping plan wasn’t clear. He asked for a clear line of demarcation where nothing beyond it would be touched. He was also concerned with the number of large old trees being removed. Atty. Reid explained this subdivisions condition of its special permits. He pointed out that 66% of the entire subdivision will remain untouched. Mr. Lomenzo thought the explanation was helpful but still wanted the landscape plan to indicate that the dots indicate trees that were to be removed. Mr. Ciambriello asked if Farrington Road was considered a driveway and not a road. Atty. Reid explained that was called a private access driveway. It was specifically allowed by the special permit for the cluster development. It will not be built to road standards and is not a through road even for residence. Legally the frontage is on Cole’s Pond Road. Mr. Lomenzo clarified that for the purposes of the Act it was still considered a public way. Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Crowell, to accept the application with the stipulation that the applicant will indicate on the plot plan that the plain dots indicated trees that will be removed. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-0. Mr. Barber amended to change the height from 30 feet to 34 feet, seconded by Mr. Bohlin. APPLICATION AMENDED. Voted 5-0-0. The Committee had further discussion regarding the average height from grade. This was a Town Zoning Bylaw and there was beginning to be some cross over. The Committee agreed to revisit this at a later date since it distorts what they are approving.

8. Sorin Marinsecu – Pool fence at 75 Shore Drive, Dennis (M366-4). Andrew Richer was present. There were no comments from abutters or the public. The Committee thought this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Bohlin thought this fence was there. He didn’t have a problem with the fence but was going to recuse himself since he went to the wrong address. Mr. Lomenzo thought that was not necessary. Motion: Mr. Crowell made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber, to accept the application as presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-0.

9. Filomena Arado – Install solar panels at 27 Stoney Way, Dennis (M410-30). Alec Meyer of Solar City Corp was present. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Ciambriello felt the application was incomplete since the spec sheet wasn’t filled out. He questioned the color of the roof. Mr. Lomenzo pointed out that the Committee uses a different spec sheet for solar applications. Mr. Ciambriello also did not see a plot plan. He felt the main problem was the pattern of the arrays on the roof. He reserved further comment. Mr. Barber noted the roof was busy. He questioned what the red x’s indicated and Mr. Meyers explained those were obstructions like a chimney. Mr. Barber also asked what the square with a circle indicated and that was a vent. He asked if applicant would consider putting on a new roof but Mr. Meyers was not sure. Mr. Bohlin thought this was fairly visible but still thought it met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Crowell agreed. Mr. Lomenzo was confused. He noted less than ½ the roof was covered in panels and the problem was the roof was in stark contrast to the panels.

Mr. Lomenzo was not opposed to the panels but thought the application need true elevation drawings of all four side of the house so he can see where the panels will be. Mr. Ciambriello suggested putting all the panels on the left gable, he still felt the plan marked PV2 was misleading, and he felt the pictures were too dark. Mr. Meyers was amenable to continuing the application and bringing new plans. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion, seconded by Mr. Ciambriello, to continue the application. Mr. Lomenzo clarified that Mr. Meyers was bringing back all four elevation drawings and a completed spec sheet for the roof color only. He also noted for the office’s purposes that the solar spec sheet needed to be amended to add the roof color. Mr. Bohlin felt that the Committee only needed the elevations affected by the solar panels. Mr. Lomenzo agreed and requested the east and south elevations. APPLICATION CONTINUED. Voted 4-0-1 (Mr. Ciambriello abstained).

10. Clifford & Cynthia Emmons – New single family at 24 Freedom Trail, Dennis (M374-57). Bernadette Macleod of Wilcox Co. was present. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Barber noted that there were plantings on the property line and he wanted to make sure they don’t clear to the property line. He thought this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Bohlin felt this was a colonial house and it needed a chimney. Ms. Macleod noted that the clients wanted a chimney. Mr. Bohlin suggested drawing it in where they thought it would go and if they decided to move it they could let the Committee know. He thought this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Crowell concurred with Mr. Bohlin. Mr. Ciambriello thought this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Barber questioned the 2 squares on the plot plan. They were a future pool and barn. Mr. Lomenzo asked that they be crossed off this plan. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion, seconded by Mr. Bohlin, to accept the application with the applicant giving a plan showing the chimney and "x"ing out two squares on the plot plan (1 on the end of the driveway and 1 in the middle of the backyard). APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5-0-0. Ms. Macleod drew the chimney on the plan and "x"ed out the squares.

11. Jay Hajj – New fence at 46 Dunes View Road, East Dennis (M345-89). Gordon Clark was present. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Bohlin asked which side of the fence the plantings were going on and they were going to be on the house side. He asked if this was the same fence that was there previously. Mr. Clark believed so but was not sure because he was not involved in the fence previously. Mr. Bohlin was opposed to the fence because he thought it was inappropriate. Mr. Crowell noted that if he owned the property he would want a barrier between the parking lot and he thought this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Ciambriello thought this met the concerns of the Act but was concerned there was no specification sheet. Mr. Clark noted they had put the specs of the fence on the plans. Mr. Barber had a problem approving the fence. He felt he could approve it if the fence was moved back and the shrubbery went on the outside of the fence. Mr. Lomenzo thought this fence was inappropriate for the district and needed to be lowered and screened. There was discussion of alternative fencing, vegetation, and possible problems at the parking lot. It was suggested Mr. Clark meet with his client and come back with a better solution. Mr. Bohlin was concerned that the Committee was back in the habit of continuing applications. Mr. Lomenzo thought continuing for minor modifications was ok. There was further discussion of


major vs. minor changes and continuing or not continuing applications. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion, seconded by Mr. Ciambriello, to continue the application to allow the applicant to come with a lower more acceptable fence screened with vegetation. APPLICATION CONTINUED. Voted 4-1-0 (Mr. Bohlin opposed). Other Business (Complaints, Informals, General Information)

23 Shore Drive – There was a letter of amendment regarding the screening of the fence. Motion: Mr. Ciambriello made a motion, seconded by Mr. Bohlin, to accept the changes. AMENDMENT APPROVED. Voted 5-0-0.

Corner of Sesuit Neck and Stony Way – The Committee members requested an investigation regarding the lot clearing and construction or reconstruction of an antique stone wall without a Certificate of Appropriateness.

Taunton Ave – Mr. Ciambriello was concerned the house being built behind Gina’s of the Sea

might be taller than the Committee approved. Motion to Adjourn: Made by Mr. Ciambriello, seconded by Mr. Barber. MEETING ADJOURNED AT 8:16PM. Voted 5-0-0.


MINUTES OF THE

OLD KING’S HIGHWAY REGIONAL HISTORIC DISTRICT Date: Thursday, April 9, 2014 Present: Secretary Frank Ciambriello, Joshua Crowell, Gary Barber, Bill Bohlin,

Absent: Chairman Peter Lomenzo, Robert Waldo Staff: Laurie Barr Convened: 6pm A public hearing was held in accordance with Chapter 470 of the Acts of 1973, as Amended, at Dennis Town Office, 485 Main Street, South Dennis, on Thursday, April 9, 2014 at 6:00 P.M. on the following applications for a Certificate of Appropriateness: Since Mr. Lomenzo was absent, Mr. Barber made a motion to elect Mr. Ciambriello as temporary Chair, seconded by Mr. Bohlin. MOTION CARRIED. Voted 4-0-0. Minutes:

March 27, 2014 Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber to accept the minutes as presented. MINUTES APPROVED. Voted -3-0-1 (Mr. Crowell abstained).

Continued Meeting:

1. Michael Cronin – New single family at 68 Farrington, East Dennis (M423-5). Gordon Clark was present with a new landscape plan. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Barber acknowledged he was working with Mr. Clark but it would not influence his decision. He noted that if the owner goes beyond the area they have indicated as clearing then they will need to come back to the Committee. Mr. Clark noted they had added a dormer since the last meeting. All Committee members believed this met the concerns of the Act. Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Ciambriello, to accept the application as presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 3-0-1 (Mr. Crowell abstained).

Regular Meeting:

1. Catherine & Christopher Donovan – New single family at 8 Vinland Drive, South Dennis (M172-85). Mr. Ciambriello had to step down so he nominated Mr. Crowell has temporary chair. Mr. Barber seconded. MOTION CARRIED. Voted 3-0-0.


Atty. Lester J Murphy was present. Diane Triber of 71 Norseman was present and expressed her support for the application. Mr. Bohlin had a concern with the second floor. He felt since they were starting with a clean slate he thought there would be a new plan for the seconded floor. He was disappointed that they knew the Committee had previous concerns and didn’t address them. Mr. Barber asked if the doors would have grills and they would. Mr. Barber thought this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Crowell stood by the previous compromise regarding the second floor and thought this met the concerns of the Act. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion, seconded by Mr. Crowell, to accept the application with the amendment that the concrete exposure be no more than 12”. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 2-1-0 (Mr. Bohlin opposed).

2. Dr. Elmir Sehic – Changes to existing sign at 501 Main Street, Rte 6A, Dennis (M306-43).

Mr. Ciambriello stepped back in. He noted that the applicant had been present but was called away to an emergency. Mr. Bohlin stepped down. There were no abutters present. Mr. Barber noted that this application was only for the street sign so the wall sign should be crossed off; otherwise it met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Crowell agreed. Motion: Mr. Crowell made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber, to accept the application as altered. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 3-0-0.

3. Tara Mounsey & Susan Dooley – Addition (screen porch and deck) at 34 Kings Row, East Dennis (M336-42). Steve Cook the project designer was present. There were no comments from abutters. Mr. Bohlin thought this met the concerns of the Act, he just asked that the overall width and length be filled in on the second page of the application. The Committee thought this met the concerns of the Act. Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Crowell, to accept the application as presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 3-0-0.

4. Bruce Richardson & Ellen Slaby – Alterations (remove existing deck and replace with porch with deck above) at 85 Horsefoot Path, Dennis (M344-39). John Fitzgerald was present. There were no comments from abutters. Mr. Crowell thought this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Barber asked to have the stairs corrected on the plot plan and to have the dimensions put in on the plot plan showing the distance to the lot line, but believed it met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Ciambriello felt the dimension became a zoning issue not an historic issue. Mr. Bohlin thought this met the concerns of the Act.


Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Crowell to accept the application with the applicant changing the position of the stairs on the plot plan. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 4-0-0.

5. P.J. Nyberg, Trustee – Demolition at 10 Pleasant Street, East Dennis (M413-32). Peter Nyberg was present. He shared that he had been approached by the Dennis Historic Commission and met with the photographer on Saturday. He was also in the process of getting a second engineering opinion, so on the advice of council he was asking for an extension. Henry Kelly shared that the Historic Commission had no budget and no way to own real estate. He felt the offer did no relieve Mr. Nyberg of his duties under the Act. He reminded the Committee of the purpose of the Act and urged the members to carry it out. Betty Harrison of 50 Sea Street encouraged the Committee to deny the application. She asked that Mr. Nyberg aggressively test the market by listing the house and placing it online on historic home sites. She believed a demo approval would set a precedent. Diane Rochelle, Chair of the Dennis Historic Commission, shared that the Commission had unanimously voted to deny the demolition. They were willing to work with the application. The Commission was also not in favor of moving the building. With permission of the applicant, the Commission was willing to go above and beyond to preserve the building. Tom Hoy of 9 Pleasant Street felt the decision should not be made on having a problem with the applicant personally. He wanted the decision made on facts. He felt that East Dennis had a group of people going against progress. He encouraged the Committee to give Mr. Nyberg a shot and offered his support of the demolition. He felt Mr. Nyberg had been unjustly attacked. Mr. Hoy also shared that he looks at the house more than anyone else since he is directly across the street. He wanted to see the negativity towards improvement stopped. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion, seconded by Mr. Crowell, to allow the applicant to continue his application. Mr. Bohlin reminded his colleagues that at the workshop they had decided to cut back on allowing continuances. He felt a continuance would not change his opinion or feelings. This application had been before the Committee before and had been withdrawn. He was not sure the purpose of a continuance in this instance. Mr. Barber pointed out that the applicant was trying to obtain another engineering opinion since the report from 2013 was not adequate. Mr. Barber felt the applicant should be allowed to continue the application. Mr. Nyberg indicated he would need 3 more months to work with his lawyer, the engineer and the Historic Commission. Mr. Barber amended his motion to allow the applicant to continue his application for 3 months. This was seconded by Mr. Crowell. Mr. Bohlin clarified that if the applicant does not show up in 3 months the application is automatically denied. Mr. Crowell believed that the applicant and Historic Commission were honestly working to find a solution. Mr. Ciambriello believed there were two problems; trying to preserve an historic structure and a family problem. He noted it was the Committee’s job to come to a conclusion based on the facts. Mr. Barber also pointed out that the house has not been neglected. Mr. Kelly pointed out the Committee should only take in to account the facts that are relevant under the Act. Mr. Ciambriello disagreed with Mr. Kelly. Mr. Bohlin disagreed with Mr.

Ciambriello that feelings and personalities and family matters should not be taken into account. Mr. Ciambriello called for the vote. APPLICATION CONTINUED. Voted 3-1-0 (Mr. Bohlin opposed).

6. Dennis Community Housing Preservation Associates, LP – New single story Community Building with solar arrays at Building 1, 812 Route 134, South Dennis (M203-50). Mr. Ciambriello asked if the Committee wanted to take the applications as individual applications or as a group. Mr. Barber questioned if they were just here for an extension or if there were changes to the previously approved plan. ? from Housing Assistance Corp explained they had been before the Committee in 2011. At that time they had agreed to come back with items that had not been thoroughly vetted. There were also modifications made to the previously approved plans. Rick the architect explained the plans and the changes. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Barber felt he needed to see a sample of the solar panel. Jason Stoots was present and had a sample. Mr. Barber could not approve the panel since it had white squares that were too large. He explained the Committee requires black panels. Mr. Barber also could not approve Hardi shingles. Mr. Bohlin was opposed to the solar panels that were proposed. Mr. Crowell concurred. Mr. Ciambriello was not opposed to the solar concept but need it to blend in. Mr. Barber pointed out that the other changes would not be a problem and thought this would be a great project. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion, seconded by Mr. Bohlin, to allow the applicant to continue all 10 applications. APPLICATION CONTINUED. Voted 4-0-0.

7. Dennis Community Housing Preservation Associates, LP – New multi family dwelling with solar arrays at Building 2, 812 Route 134, South Dennis (M203-50). See motion #6.









15. Dennis Community Housing Preservation Associates, LP – New single story maintenance garage with solar arrays at Building 10, 812 Route 134, South Dennis (M203-50). See motion #6.

16. Edward & Marian Lima – Alterations (replace windows and trim, replace white cedar shingles with clapboard on front only) at 4 Landing Lane, East Dennis (M294-5). Mr. Ciambriello stepped down. Mr. Barber made a motion, seconded by Mr. Bohlin, to elect Mr. Crowell temporary chair. Voted 4-0-0. Mark Grant was present. There were no comments from abutters or the public. The Committee believed this met the requirements of the Act. Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber, to approve the application as presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 3-0-0.

17. Gerald Bojanowski/Bicoastal Properties LLC – New single family with shed and fence at 42 Pond Street, Dennis (M225-75). Mr. Ciambriello stepped back in. Gerald Bojaneski was present. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Bohlin thought this met the requirements of the Act. Mr. Crowell asked if the height of the fence included the lattice, and it did. He believed this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Barber noted there should be a step out the back door and indicated the applicant could just draw it in in red, otherwise it met the concerns of the Act. Motion: Mr. Crowell made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber, to accept the application with the marking in of the steps. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 4-0-0.

18. Casey McAdams – New wall sign at 610 Main Street, Rte 6A, Dennis (M329-45). Casey McAdams was present. There were no comments from abutters or the public. The

Committee believed this met the concerns of the Act. Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Crowell, to accept the application as presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 4-0-0.

19. Melissa Cox – New sign at 776 Main Street, Rte 6A, Dennis (M351-7). Melissa Cox was present. There were no comments from abutters or the public. The Committee believed this met the concerns of the Act. Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Crowell, to approve the application as presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 4-0-0.


5 Freedom Trail – A letter of amendment requesting to change the chimney to a cupola and change the driveway to asphalt and enlarge it no more than 2 feet. Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber, to approve the driveway but deny the cupola. Voted 4-0-0.

23 Shore Drive – None of the Committee members had been out there yet.

Village Improvement Society – sent information on their Playground project. The Committee agreed they needed a full application and Mr. Barber suggested they bring color samples.

Motion to Adjourn:

Made by Mr. Bohlin, seconded by Mr. Barber. MEETING ADJOURNED AT 8:02 PM. Voted 4-0-0.


MINUTES OF THE

OLD KING’S HIGHWAY REGIONAL HISTORIC DISTRICT Date: Thursday, March 27, 2014 Present: Chairman Peter Lomenzo, Gary Barber, Bill Bohlin,

Absent: Secretary Frank Ciambriello, Joshua Crowell, Robert Waldo Staff: Laurie Barr Convened: 6pm A public hearing was held in accordance with Chapter 470 of the Acts of 1973, as Amended, at Dennis Town Office, 485 Main Street, South Dennis, on Thursday, March 27, 2014 at 6:00 P.M. on the following applications for a Certificate of Appropriateness:

Minutes: March 9, 2014 Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber, to accept the minutes as presented. MINUTES APPROVED. Voted 3-0-0. Continued Meetings:

1. Russell & Diane Robbins – Alterations (replace 12/12 windows with 6/1, front bay and rear

sunroom reconfigured to double hungs, replace front clapboard, cedar shakes, trim, add

decorative trim to top window boards) at 12 Independence Way, Dennis (M348-55).

The owner was present. There were no comments from abutters or the public.

The Committee thought this met the concerns of the Act.

Motion:



2. Chapin Beach Realty, LLC – Demolish structure at 110 Taunton Avenue, Unit A, Dennis, (M344-

109-1).

Joe Hannigan was present to represent the application. There were no comments from

abutters or the public.


Town of Dennis


Motion:

Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber, to accept the application for demolition as

presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 3-0-0.

3. Chapin Beach Realty, LLC – New single family at 110 Taunton Avenue, Unit A, Dennis, (M344-

109-1) WITHDRAWN

4. Chapin Beach Realty, LLC – Demolish structure at 110 Taunton Avenue, Unit B, Dennis, (M344-

109-2).




Motion:

Mr. Barber made a motion, seconded by Mr. Bohlin, to accept the application for demolition as


5. Chapin Beach Realty, LLC – New single family at 110 Taunton Avenue, Unit B, Dennis, (M344-

109-2) WITHDRAWN

6. Chapin Beach Realty, LLC – Demolish structure at 110 Taunton Avenue, Unit C Dennis, (M344-

109-3).




Motion:

Mr. Barber made a motion, seconded by Mr. Bohlin, to accept the application for demolition as


7. Chapin Beach Realty, LLC – New single family at 110 Taunton Avenue, Unit C, Dennis, (M344-

109-3) WITHDRAWN

8. Chapin Beach Realty, LLC – Demolish structure at 110 Taunton Avenue, Unit D Dennis, (M344-

109-6).




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Motion:



9. Chapin Beach Realty, LLC – New single family at 110 Taunton Avenue, Unit D, Dennis, (M344-

109-6) WITHDRAWN

10. Chapin Beach Realty, LLC – Demolish structure at 110 Taunton Avenue, Unit E Dennis, (M344-

109-5).




Motion:



11. Chapin Beach Realty, LLC – New single family at 110 Taunton Avenue, Unit E, Dennis, (M344-

109-5) WITHDRAWN

12. Chapin Beach Realty, LLC – Demolish structure at 110 Taunton Avenue, Unit F Dennis, (M344-

109-4).




Motion:



13. Chapin Beach Realty, LLC – New single family at 110 Taunton Avenue, Unit F, Dennis, (M344-

109-4) WITHDRAWN

14. Hamilton Sporborg – Solar panels at 142 Mayfair Road, South Dennis (M184-130).

Andrew Wade was present to represent the application. There were no comments from


Mr. Bohlin thought this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Barber thought the white lines would

not be visible due to the angles of the panels.

Motion:

Mr. Barber made a motion, seconded by Mr. Bohlin, to accept the application as presented.


Regular Meeting:

1. John Howe – Solar panels at 24 Meadow Lane, Dennis (304-1).

Desiree Rebore of e2 Solar was present. There were no comments from abutters or the public.

Mr. Barber thought this wouldn’t be seen. Mr. Bohlin agreed.

Motion:



2. Ed McDonald – Alterations (remove and replace timber landscape wall with fieldstone veneer

block walls) at 68 Bleak House Circle, Dennis (M388-46).

Craig LePain of Quivet Creek was present. There were no comments from abutters or the

public.

Mr. Bohlin thought this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Barber questioned if there was a

fence being installed and there was not.

Motion:

Mr. Barber made a motion, seconded by Mr. Bohlin, to accept the application with the

stipulation that the applicant cross out the picture of the fence. APPLICATION APPROVED.

Voted 3-0-0.

3. Black Eel Outfitters – New signs (two) at 708 Main Street/Route 6A, Dennis (M330-3).

Mr. Lomenzo had to step down. Mr. Barber made a motion to appoint Mr. Bohlin as temporary

chair. Voted 3-0-0.

John Hayden was present to represent the application. There were no comments from



Motion:

Mr. Barber made a motion, seconded by Mr. Bohlin, to accept the application as presented.


4. Michael & Katherine Dunford – New single family at 19 Joy Lane, Dennis (M389-43).

Mr. Barber made a motion to reinstate Mr. Lomenzo as chair. Voted 3-0-0.


Mike Dunford, owner, and Jim Hagerty, REEF, were present. An application for single family at

this property had been approved by the Committee on November 13, 2013. The decision was

overturned by the Regional Commission in December 2013. Since then the Dunford’s had

worked with the neighbors to find a compromise.

Tom Martin, an abutter, thanked the Committee for their extra work. He believed there

needed to be a few more changes. He felt 3 sliders on the front of a home were not in keeping

with their neighborhood. He felt the design was still not there and there were still concerns

with the style, massing and size. He appreciated the owners reaching out to the neighbors but

he was concerned they were not listening to the comments from the Committee and

neighbors.

Ed O’Brien represented the Rossel families that are abutters. He felt there had been

accommodations but was struck by 3 sliders and 3 balconies on the front of the house and he

felt the size was hard to wrap his head around.

Jim Gilrein, an abutter from 15 Joy Lane, shared that the owners had reached out the neighbors

and he thanked the Committee for their efforts.

There were also letters from Todd Rossel, Paul White, Paul Saidnawey, and Elizabeth Solfisberg.

These are all abutters whose letters voiced concerns of the house not fitting into the

neighborhood, the size, the mass and the height of the structure. Copies of these letters will be

maintained with this application at the Building Department’s file for this property.

Mr. Bohlin thought this was a tough situation. He thought it came down to the size of the

house since he believed the style fits in the area. He reserved further comments. Mr. Barber

appreciated that he house was lowered. He felt the house across the street was less attractive

with the decks on the front. He appreciated the owners meeting with the neighbors and

believed this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Lomenzo disclosed he had met with the

Dunford’s after the appeal. He had suggested meeting with the neighbors and abutters and it

appeared that had happened. He had also suggested lowering it and that was done. He didn’t

feel the neighbors had a correct perception of the size of this house. It was 40x45 and he felt

that was on the small size. He believed the size was not out of character with the

requirements of the Act. He asked Mr. Hagerty to point out the 3 sliders on the front and help

correct the perception this is a 3 story house. Mr. Hagerty noted that the sliders are actual

French doors. There was one on the front porch, one on the second story deck and one on the

balcony. He explained the garage level does not count as a level and this met the Zoning

requirements of a 2 ½ story.

Mr. Gilrein still felt this was a 3 story home and he also felt the drawings were totally

inaccurate and the elevations were inaccurate. He also expressed that despite the height being

lowered he is still looking up at 41 feet of house. He also felt wood shingles would be more

historic than vinyl.

Mr. Lomenzo asked Mr. Dunford if he would be willing to use wood shingles and Mr. Dunford

was not. Mr. Lomenzo asked if there was a landscape plan and Mr. Dunford explained they

haven’t specified it yet. He also expressed that the neighborhood had a variety of houses and

the design take many of those elements into account.

Mr. Bohlin felt the Committee was not looking for cookie cutter neighborhoods. He felt the

French doors added diversity. He also pointed out that he hadn’t heard any suggestions from

abutters on how to reduce the mass. He believed that what could be done was done. He

suggested plantings on the Gilrein side for screening. He expressed that the Committee looks

for compromise and he felt there was compromise. Mr. Barber agreed with Mr. Bohlin. He

pointed out the top is only ½ a story. He felt the vinyl shingles were a good choice since wood

shingles eventually turn black and cup. He was fine with this. Mr. Lomenzo pointed out the Act

encourages the use of vinyl. He referred to page 30 of the 2008 Bulletin. He was aware of the

neighbors’ concerns but he felt this house was appropriate for the district and it was on the

medium to small size. He thought the house was lower than most houses the Committee sees

and the size and the height were appropriate. He suggested meeting with the neighbors to

discuss plantings and landscape that will further affect the perception of height for the

neighbors. He also commented that the newcomers and neighbors were tremendously

respectful during the process and believed a compromise had been reached.

Motion:

Mr. Barber made a motion, seconded by Mr. Bohlin, to accept the application with the owner

coming back before the occupancy permit with a formal landscape plan with the addition of

vegetative screening. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 3-0-0.

5. Constance Maney – New single family at Lot 66 Farrington Road, East Dennis (M423-5).

David Nordberg, Nordy’s Construction, was present. There were no comments from abutters

or the public.

Mr. Barber disclosed that he was working on another project with Mr. Nordberg. He thought

this house met the concerns of the Act. He just asked that an area be marked on the planting

plan where the lot won’t be cleared. Mr. Bohlin noted there were no divided lights in the

window and he thought they should at least be 6/1. He felt there should be a chimney and he

was concerned with the amount of decking available from the front elevation. Mr. Lomenzo

was concerned with the amount of vegetation already removed. He was also not sure how a

road was put in without the Committee’s approval. He felt the lots being cleared was a

violation of the Act. He was not sure the design of the house was appropriate to the Act. The

decks were visible from several places, the decks were not an appropriate fit to a colonial, and

the lack of a grill configuration was a concern.


Mr. Nordberg stated that he was not involved in cutting in of the road or the clearing of the lot.

He believed the clearing was done with a brush hog and no trees were taken down. The family

went through a 15 year process with the Town to get this developed. He noted that they do

not intend to cut anything they do not need to and was willing to come back with a landscape

plan. The second story decks were designed to take advantage of the views. He also was

willing to do 4/1 grills in the windows. He thought that since this was a private road they had a

little more leeway. Mr. Lomenzo noted that a private road is still a public view. He felt a

colonial with these decks was not appropriate. He suggested the application be withdrawn and

the design developed further as well as an investigation being done into the clear cutting.

Motion:

Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber, to allow the applicant to withdraw the

application without prejudice and to submit a request for investigation to the Building

Commissioner regarding the clearing of the lots and the road. APPLICATION WITHDRAWN.

Voted 3-0-0.

6. Oak Run Condo Trust – Fence at 1000 Route 134, East Dennis (M264-30-1/11).

Christine Gagnon, president of Oak Run Condo Trust, was present. There were no comments


Mr. Bohlin asked what the height of the fence was and it was 6 feet. Mr. Bohlin just asked that

be written in on the application. Mr. Barber was fine with this.

Motion:

Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber, to accept the application with the

stipulation that the applicant fill in the 6 feet height. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 3-0-0.

7. Frank Scanzillo – Solar panels at 67 & 69 Barry Lane, South Dennis (M187-12).

Alec Meyer of Solar City was present. There were no comments from abutters or the public.


Motion:



8. Simon S. Ho – Solar panels at 671 Old Bass River Road, East Dennis (M286-17).

Alec Meyer of Solar City was present. There were no comments from abutters or the public.


Motion:



9. Michael Cronin – New single family at 68 Farrington, East Dennis (M423-5).

Gordon Clark of Northside Design was present. He noted they planned to come back with a

landscape plan.

Mr. Lomenzo noted that there was a change of setting without a Certificate of Appropriateness

and that was a violation of the Act. Mr. Gordon explained he had nothing to do with the

cutting of the lot.

Maureen Joyce, 40 Sea Street, shared that she was a friend of the family and that all that was

cleared was scrub from the 12 acres. She explained that the 4-6 pine trees that are there

would be staying. She also explained the family did not know they had to come before the

Committee to have the road for the subdivision put in.

Mr. Bohlin thought the house met the requirements of the Act but the Committee needed to

see a landscape plan. Mr. Barber disclosed he was working with Mr. Clark on another project

but it would not affect his decision. He thought the house met the concerns of the Act. Mr.

Lomenzo expressed that until the investigation on the clear cutting was complete he did not

want to approve the application. He did believe the house met the concerns of the Act.

Motion:

Mr. Barber made a motion, seconded by Mr. Bohlin, to allow the application to be continued to

the April 9, 2014 meeting. APPLICATION CONTINUED. Voted 3-0-0.

10. Paul Tinsley – New single family at 18 Hiram Pond Road, East Dennis (M367-63).

Gordon Clark of Northside Design was present.

Mike Ford was present to speak on behalf of his clients Bill Curley of 14 Hiram Pond Road and

the Mullaney’s of 10 Camelot Way. He did not believe this lot was buildable without a variance

and he was going to pursue that with the Building Commissioner. He also believed the

application was defective since it lists the owner as Paul Tinsley. Mr. Tinsley has the lot under

agreement but the O’Conner’s are the owners. He was also concerned that the lot was

substantially cleared. His clients had modest homes and this home will fill the narrow lot from

setback to set back. Also the side elevation was just a large wall. He believed this was too

massive and inappropriate.

Ron Nelson, from 262 Nobscussett, agreed with Atty. Ford. There will be 4 houses in close

proximity to the pool proposed at this lot and he did not believe this met the criteria of the Act.


Terry Morad of 22 Hiram Pond Road also agreed with Atty. Ford and was disturbed that the

applicant had not engaged the neighbors.

Mr. Bohlin was concerned with the design of the house. He believed the side elevations

needed more windows. He was also concerned the lot was cleared and there was no

landscape plan. Mr. Barber agreed with Mr. Bohlin and pointed out that there were no details

regarding the fence. Mr. Lomenzo expressed his desire to have the Building Commissioner

investigate the clear cutting. He believed the owners had been asked to cease and desist. He

felt the house was not appropriate for the neighborhood. He also believed the garage was

inappropriate for the district and the size of the structure was inappropriate to the setting. He

was concerned with the lack of information on where the fence was going and what it looked

like. Lastly he noted that the lot was not staked as was required by the Act. He believed it was

best to withdraw the application.

Motion:

Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber, to allow the applicant to withdraw the

application and to submit a request for investigation regarding the clear cutting to the Building

Commissioner. APPLICATION WITHDRAWN. Voted 3-0-0.

Other Business:

23 Shore Drive – There was a letter of amendment from the owners in response to the violation

regarding the fence and the lack of ivy to screen. The Committee members decided to review

this at the next meeting.

Ms. Barr announce that as part of the 40th Anniversary there were historic maps added to the

website for anyone interested in viewing them.

Mr. Lomenzo asked that a discussion of clear cutting the lots and changes to setting be added

to the agenda for the April 23, 2014 meeting.

Motion to Adjourn:

Made by Mr. Bohlin, seconded by Mr. Barber. MEETING ADJOURNED AT 9:15PM. Voted 3-0.

________________________ Peter Lomenzo, Chairman

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MINUTES OF THE

SOUTH DENNIS HISTORIC COMMISSION Date: Wednesday, March 19, 2014 Present: Chairman Gary Barber, Commissioners Michael Sarli and Joseph Rak

Absent: Staff: Laurie Barr

Convened: 6pm The regular meeting of the South Dennis Historic Commission district was held under the provisions of

Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 40C.

Regular Meeting:

1. Arthur J. & Ann S. Andrews – Remove existing 12’x17’ deck and replace with 12’x23’ deck at 42

Riverdale South, South Dennis (M149‐33).

The owners were present to represent the application. There were no comments from abutters

or the public.

Mr. Rak thought this was same for same; just the size was a little bigger. Mr. Andrews disclosed

they were also moving it slightly due to the septic system. Mr. Rak thought this was fine and

saw no problems. Mr. Sarli noted the balusters were changing and he thought it was an

improvement. He also thought moving the stairs from the west side to the east side was an

improvement. He confirmed the pressure treated wood was being left natural. Mr. Andrews

indicated there would just be a protective coating put on. Mr. Sarli thought there was nothing

wrong with this. Mr. Barber thought since this was in the rear it met the concerns.

Motion:

Mr. Rak made a motion, seconded by Mr. Sarli, to accept the application as presented.


Informals:

Town of Dennis/Joe Rodricks – Cape Cod Rail Trail to be put in at 485 Main Street, South

Dennis, MA 02664

Joe Rodricks and Tom Andrade from the Town of Dennis were present. This project is 20 years

in the making and is the extension of the Cape Cod Rail Trail from Route 134 in Dennis to Peter

Home Park in Yarmouth. It will be paid for by MA and Federal funds. There will be a bridge over

Route 134 that looks like a Rail Road Style Truss bridge that has been accepted by MassDOT. At

Town of Dennis South Dennis Historic Commission Town of Dennis Annex, 685 Route 134, South Dennis, MA 02660 508-760-6127 (fax) 508-394-6289

Main Street, there will be a replica of the Rail Station. The parking lot at Town Hall will be

expanded, paved and lighted. There will also be an elevated crossing are with a speed table and

yellow crossing signs with flashers that only light when a cyclist approaches. There will be no

dispersion from these lights. Over the Bass River there will be another truss bridge like the one

over Route 134. The Commission asked questions regarding the grade of the approach from the

bridge over Route 134 and vehicle clearance. The Commission asked Mr. Roderick to return for

approval on the lighting and posts since that is the only part of the project that falls under their

jurisdiction.

Other information:

Mr. Sarli asked about the shutters being taken down at 16 Upper County Road; however that

property is on the agenda for April 2, 2014. Mr. Sarli also reminded the public that there was a

vacancy on the Commission and they were looking for any interested parties.

Minutes:

February 19, 2014

Motion:

Mr. Sarli made a motion, seconded by Mr. Rak, to accept the minutes as presented. MINUTES

APPROVED. Voted 3‐0‐0.

March 5, 2014

Motion:

Mr. Rak made a motion, seconded by Mr. Sarli, to accept the minutes as presented. MINUTES


Motion to Adjourn:

Made by Mr. Rak, seconded by Mr. Sarli. MEETING ADJOURNED 6:45PM. Voted 3‐0‐0.

________________________________ Gary Barber, Chairman

MINUTES OF THE

OLD KING’S HIGHWAY REGIONAL HISTORIC DISTRICT Date: Thursday, February 19, 2014 Present: Chairman Peter Lomenzo, Secretary Frank Ciambriello, Gary Barber, Joshua Crowell, Absent: Robert Waldo, Bill Bohlin Convened: 10am A site visit was held in accordance with Chapter 470 of the Acts of 1973, as Amended, at CapeAbilities, 452 Route 6A, Dennis (M305-8) on Wednesday, February 19, 2014 at 10am.

Mr. Lomenzo called the site visit to order. He explained this was a non-decision making visit. The purpose of a site visit was to ask question and have a more candid discussion but there would be no vote taken. Tom Zurn, the owner, explained the proposed plan and had photos of the actual proposed greenhouse. The approved greenhouses were reviewed and compared against the Certificates of Appropriateness that were in the file for this property. Mr. Lomenzo asked when the plot plan changed. Mr. Zurn thought it was about 6 years ago. Mr. Lomenzo asked when he took over CapeAbilities and the answer was about 8 years ago. Mr. Lomenzo was concerned that there were many changes that did not have the Committee’s consent. Mr. Zurn explained he thought he had gone through the proper channels. Mr. Ciambriello thought the plot plan date 10/8/2008 because he remembered the Committee requiring trees being planted in front of the greenhouse for screening. The Committee had Mr. Zurn point out which greenhouses were temporary and which were not. The Committee asked to have the minutes of the approvals pulled. Mr. Lomenzo explained there seemed to be no approval for changes to the plot plan and the clearing. He explained the changes could have been approved on a Letter of Amendment. Mr. Zurn explained that when he took over the parking lot was already cleared. Mr. Ciambriello made a suggestion to mark the plot plan with plantings and where temporary and permanent greenhouses were located. The group moved to the site of the new proposed barn. The barn was for handicap access to toilets as well as a retail area. He reviewed the vegetation that would be removed. Mr. Lomenzo thought there were taking a wooded setting on historic Route 6A and turning it into a parking lot. He noted the property was 8 acres and asked why the barn could not go towards the back of the property. Mr. Zurn explained that the rear of the property was wetlands and that would require variances. Mr. Williams pointed out the proposed bolder wall on the plan and explained that the top of that wall would be screened with plantings so the parking area close to the wall would not be seen. Mr. Lomenzo suggested tightening up the plantings along the street. Mr. Zurn was amenable to this but was concerned with the safety of plantings to close to the street for cars leaving the property. The group moved up to the street. Mr. Barber pointed out the line where plantings could go. Mr. Lomenzo’s last concern was the large amount of black top. Mr. Zurn pointed out that the lot had to be handicap accessible. Mr. Lomenzo suggested stone rolled into the black top. Mr. Williams and Mr. Zurn would

Town of Dennis


meet to see what suggestions they could incorporate. Mr. Lomenzo thanked Mr. Zurn for the site visit. The groups dispersed at approximately 10:54am.


MINUTES OF THE

OLD KING’S HIGHWAY REGIONAL HISTORIC DISTRICT Date: Wednesday, February 12, 2014 Present: Chairman Peter Lomenzo, Secretary Frank Ciambriello, Gary Barber, Joshua Crowell, Bill Bohlin Absent: Robert Waldo, Convened: 6pm A public hearing was held in accordance with Chapter 470 of the Acts of 1973, as Amended, at Dennis Town Office, 485 Main Street, South Dennis, on Wednesday, February 12, 2014 at 6:00 P.M. on the following applications for a Certificate of Appropriateness: Minutes:

December 11, 2013

Motion:

Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber, to accept the minutes as presented. MINUTES


January 8, 2014

Mr. Bohlin noted that on the bottom of page 3 it should say “planting” instead of “printing”. Mr.

Lomenzo also noted at the end of discussion 7 it says “Lorenzo” instead of “Lomenzo”.

Motion:

Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Ciambriello, to accept the minutes as amended. MINUTES


Continued Meetings:

1. NEI Development – Demolition of single‐family home at 6 Hippogriffe Road, Dennis (M347‐8).

Thomas Moore was present to represent the application. There were no comments from abutters or

the public.

Mr. Barber believed there was no historical significance and this met the requirements of the Act. Mr.

Bohlin believed this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Crowell saw no reason to preserve. Mr.

Ciambriello agreed.

Motion:

Mr. Crowell made a motion, seconded by Mr. Bohlin, to accept the application as presented.



2. NEI Development – New single‐family home at 6 Hippogriffe Road, Dennis (M347‐8).

Mr. Moore represented the application. He had a new landscape plan and color chips for the

Committee. There were no comments from abutters or the public.

Mr. Bohlin thought the style of the house met the requirements. He questioned the color of the

clapboard but once he saw the sample he thought it met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Crowell thought

this met the concerns of the Act, as did Mr. Ciambriello. Mr. Barber confirmed that the trees marked

“E” were existing and would not be cut. He thought this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Lomenzo

clarified that the front was facing Beach Street and the rear was facing the neighbor. Mr. Moore

confirmed that was correct. Mr. Lomenzo asked to have that marked on the landscape plan and the

plot plan.

Motion:

Mr. Barber made a motion, seconded by Mr. Bohlin, to approve the application as amended.


3. CapeAbilities – New 28x48 barn and 35x50 greenhouse at 452 Route 6A, Dennis (M305‐8).

Mike Williams was present to represent the application. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Crowell was concerned that there were an inordinate number of buildings on the site and was curious if the lot coverage requirements were met. Mr. Lomenzo was concerned that there were not Certificates of Appropriateness for all the greenhouses. Mr. Williams thought there were. Mr. Lomenzo asked how many greenhouses were on the property and Mr. Williams thought there were six. Mr. Lomenzo did not see all the approvals and suggested a site visit would be appropriate. Tom Zurn of Cape Abilities was present. He explained that the first 3 greenhouses on the edge of the property were already there when he took over. When he built the last 2 he came to Historic for approval. Mr. Lomenzo still suggested a site visit. Mr. Bohlin noted that his biggest objection was that the greenhouse was lit at night. Tom assured him this won’t be lit. Mr. Ciambriello noted there were no plans for the greenhouse and those were needed. Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber, to allow the application to be continued until after a site visit. APPLICATION CONTINUED. Voted 5‐0‐0.

4. John & Irene Brittain – Install 28 solar panels at 64 Thorwald Drive, South Dennis (M172‐110).

Alec Meyers of Solar City was present to represent the application. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Ciambriello did not think this was appropriate. Mr. Barber noted that if the roof under the panels was black then this would be appropriate. Mr. Bohlin asked if this qualified for an exemption and it did not because of the roof length. Mr. Bohlin agreed with Mr. Barber. Mr. Crowell agreed with Mr. Bohlin and Mr. Barber. Mr. Ciambriello expressed his concern with only the front roof being done black. He thought the appearance of a black front roof and white rear roof was inappropriate.

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Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion, seconded by Mr. Bohlin, to accept the application with the stipulation that the shingles shown on the front elevation were black. Mr. Ciambriello was concerned there would be houses with multicolor roofs and he did not think this was appropriate for a historic district. Mr. Barber noted that there was no difference between roof with a shingled black and a roof covered with black panels. Mr. Bohlin, Mr. Crowell, and Mr. Lomenzo agreed with Mr. Barber. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5‐1‐0 (Mr. Ciambriello opposed).

5. Glen & Debra Morrell – Install solar panels at 12 Stewarts Avenue, Dennis (M185‐31).

Alec Meyers of Solar City was present to represent this application. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Barber didn’t think this could be seen and met the concerns of the Act. The rest of the Committee agreed. Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Crowell, to accept the application as presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5‐0‐0.

6. Wilcox Family Trust – New 3‐car garage with deck and appurtenances at 203 Setucket Road, South

Dennis (M229‐30).

Robin Wilcox was present to represent the application. There was an email from an abutter, Kathy Tripp. The email was read into record and a copy of this email will be maintained with this application in the Building Department file for this property. The abutter’s concerns were not in the purview of the Committee but the email was passed on to Mr. Wilcox to address later. Mr. Bohlin thought this met the concerns of the Act. He thought this would not be seen since it is down a private drive. Mr. Crowell had no problem with the building but he was concerned with the number of garage doors on the property. Mr. Ciambriello disclosed that he does business with Mr. Wilcox but it would not affect his decision. He felt that where this was located it was so far off the road that it could not be seen. He believed this met the concerns of Act. Mr. Barber agreed this was located way off the road and met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Lomenzo noted this was not visible and he had no concerns. Motion: Mr. Ciambriello made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber, to accept the application as presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5‐0‐0.

7. Val Templeton – New single‐family home previously approved on 3/14/2012 at 123 South Street, East

Dennis (M398‐26).

Tom Hoy of Bayside Realty was present to represent the application. Mr. Ciambriello stepped down since he did the drawings. Mr. Hoy explained this single family home had been approved on 3/14/2012. There were no changes made to the plan since that time. They were here because the approval expired. There were no comments from abutters or the public.

Mr. Crowell believed this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Barber asked if the clearing and vegetation could be marked on the plan. Mr. Wilcox explained the lot is field. Mr. Barber was ok with this. Mr. Bohlin thought this met the concerns of the Act. Motion: Mr. Crowell made a motion, seconded by Mr. Bohlin, to accept the application as presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 4‐0‐0.

8. Douglas Mertz – Additions & alterations (new attached garage, replace front steps, replace 12x12 deck

with 10x32 deck, replace windows, add new front door) at 98 Robbin Run, East Dennis (M318‐59).

Dave Manning was present to represent the application. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Ciambriello thought the architecture of the garage commensurated with the house. His one suggestion was that the garage looked overly busy so instead of colonial garage doors he thought a four‐panel door would look cleaner. Mr. Barber thought this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Bohlin asked how much fill would be brought in. Mr. Manning explained the driveway is shifting left and the grading would be maintained. Mr. Bohlin asked if there would be a retaining wall and there would not but some of the foundation would show. Mr. Bohlin thought this met the requirements of the Act. Mr. Crowell thought this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Lomenzo asked if the exposure would be 8” to 6’ as indicated on the specification sheet. Mr. Manning indicated that was correct. Mr. Lomenzo explained the act allowed for 12” or less so, what was existing could stay as it was but what was new would have to be shingled. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion, seconded by Mr. Bohlin, to accept the application with the stipulation that the foundation be covered with shingles to 1’ off grade. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5‐0‐0.

9. Christopher & Catherine Donovan – Demolition of 1st and 2nd floor of single family home at 8 Vinland

Drive, South Dennis (M172‐85).

Atty. Lester J Murphy was present to represent the application. Mr. Ciambriello stepped down since he did the drawings. Atty. Murphy explained that in August of 2012 his clients’ received approval for alterations and additions. When gutting the interior it became clear the structure could not be saved. With the contractor’s assurance that they had the proper permissions, they took the dwelling down the foundation. On December 2, 2013 they received a cease and desist. The contractor had not been keeping the Building Commissioner apprised of the situation. The house was going to be rebuilt exactly the same. There was no intent to change the end result. The house was 44 years old and had no historical significance. It was unfortunate this did not happen appropriately and Mr. Donovan sincerely apologized to the Committee. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Barber asked if the foundation was demolished and it was not. It was currently capped. The structural engineer had determined that it was sufficient. Mr. Barber thought this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Bohlin explained that the Committee had just had a workshop and had decided to get stricter with violations. He expressed that the Committee was stuck between and rock and hard place on this. Mr. Crowell felt that the contractor had taken action and Mr. Donovan was paying the price. He preferred not to punish the inappropriate party. Mr. Lomenzo explained that the Act prohibits demolition without approval and this structure did not have that. He also pointed out that a yellow form that was signed by the builder accompanied the remodel approval. Lastly, the application that was


before the Committee was incomplete. He suggested that a complete Certificate of Demolition be presented to the Committee with photographs of the original structure, diagrams, and a clear description of what was removed. He also suggested that Certificate of Appropriateness that was approved is no longer valid and should be extracted from the record. It was for a renovation and they are no longer renovating because there is nothing there to renovate. Atty. Murphy agreed they could provide a more complete application for demolition. He was not surprised the Certificate of Appropriateness was in question. He understood it was for alterations and additions and now it would be a new structure. He thought this might require at least a Letter of Amendment if not a new Certificate of Appropriateness. Mr. Barber felt that the house was taken down since substantial work needed to be done. He agreed the Committee needed to take a stand but did not feel this was the instance to do it. Mr. Lomenzo was past the fact this was done. He was not past the fact that it was not properly documented. He felt taking a hard stand against violations would have to be done in chunks. He still wanted to work with applicants. Mr. Donovan reiterated and added more detail to Atty. Murphy’s explanation of how the contractor mislead him. He had documentation to prove all this and asked the Committee to take this information into consideration. Mr. Lomenzo thanked Mr. Donovan for coming. He asked for a request for demolition with documentation, correspondence from the Building Commissioner, documentation of what the house looked like and a professional opinion of the condition on a continued application. Then they could bring a new application for what will be put in its place. Motion: Mr. Barber made motion, seconded by Mr. Crowell, that the applicant supply a new demolition permit that indicates the house would be demolished to the first floor deck and then a new application be provided for what will be put on that deck along with the documentation. APPLICATION CONTINUED. Voted 4‐0‐0.

10. Joanne MacArthur – Alterations & additions (remodel porch, new framing, trim and shingles, new 7x5

deck) at 173 King James Drive, Dennis (M356‐17).

Donald Baker was present to represent the application. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Crowell Mr. Ciambriello noted the drawings were not complete. He explained the Committee required complete elevations drawn ¼” to 1’ scale. He pointed out that the side elevation only shows the addition and not how it connects to the existing house and the rear elevation shows only the projection. Mr. Barber clarified that they were changing windows in an existing porch and adding a platform. Mr. Baker explained that the platform would only be 5x7. Mr. Barber thought this met the concerns of the Act and the drawings were not necessary. Mr. Bohlin thought this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Ciambriello noted that they were making and exception on what they require if they do not ask for the elevation drawings. Mr. Crowell pointed out the appearance is not changing and each application was on its own merits. Mr. Baker had the side elevation drawings since he had been told when he turned in the application that they would be required.

Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Ciambriello, to accept the application with the stipulation that the applicant bring the entire rear drawing in to get his approval. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 3‐2‐0 (Mr. Barber and Mr. Crowell opposed).

11. Robert Bishop – Install 27 solar panels at 11 Gretchens Way, Dennis (M354‐22).

Angela Hemmalia of Cotuit Solar was present to represent the application. She had additional drawings and explained they are replacing existing panels. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Bohlin thought since the panels are on the rear and are replacing existing panels this met the concerns of the Act. The rest of the Committee believed this met the concerns of the Act. Motion: Mr. Crowell made a motion, seconded by Mr. Bohlin, to accept the application as presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5‐0‐0.

12. Philip & Ann Devlin – Alterations (convert portion of garage for studio use, replace window with French

door, add windows) at 217 Corporation Road, Dennis (M402‐2).

Legaré Cuyler was present to represent the application. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Crowell, Mr. Ciambriello, and Mr. Barber thought this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Bohlin asked if the windows were the same size. Mr. Cuyler explained one was smaller because it was a bathroom window. Motion: Mr. made a motion, seconded by Mr., to accept the application as presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5‐0‐0.

13. Stage Coach Condo Association – Alteration (enclose vertical gas vent) at 1706 Route 6A, East Dennis

(M379‐1).

Paul Baron was present to represent the application. He explained the Dennis Fire Department and Gas Inspector were requiring these changes. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Ciambriello thought this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Barber thought this would look better and met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Bohlin thought this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Crowell concurred. Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Ciambriello, to accept the application as presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5‐0‐0.

Mr. Lomenzo asked for a motion for a 5 minute recess. Mr. Crowell made the motion, seconded by Mr. Ciambriello. MOTION CARRIED. Voted 5‐0‐0. At 8pm the meeting was called back order again.


Regular Meetings:

1. Virginia & William White – Addition (farmers porch) at 7 Paul Street, Dennis (M389‐26).

Laureen White was present to represent the application. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Barber thought this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Bohlin asked if the front door was changing and the shutters. Ms. White said they would be using what was existing. Mr. Bohlin suggested they just be crossed off on the plan but he thought this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Crowell agreed. Mr. Ciambriello thought this met the concerns of the Act. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion, seconded by Mr. Bohlin, to accept the application with the applicant crossing out the front door and the plan and using the existing front door and window. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5‐0‐0.

2. Richard Davis – Addition (move front wall out 4ft) at 77 Hope Lane, Dennis (M350‐27).

Bill Daniels was present to represent the application. There were no comments from abutters or the public. The Committee believed this met the Concerns of the Act. Motion: Mr. Crowell made a motion, seconded by Mr. Bohlin, to accept the application as presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5‐0‐0.

3. Troutman Bros. Nominee Trust/ Peter Troutman, Trustee – Alterations (enclose existing porch with

awning and removable sides) at 799 Main Street, Route 6A, Dennis (M351‐18).

David Troutman was present to represent the application. He had a sample of the material and color. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Bohlin asked if the sides would be up. Mr. Troutman noted that most of the time they would be. Mr. Crowell thought this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Ciambriello refrained from commenting. Mr. Barber shared that he was apprehensive at first but now that he saw the material, he thought it met the concerns of the Act. He verified that the sides would be up most of the time and Mr. Troutman again confirmed that. Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Crowell, to accept the application as presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 4‐0‐1 (Mr. Ciambriello abstained).

4. Ernest & Jeanne Johnson – Alterations (windows) at 65 Greenland Circle, East Dennis (M317‐32).

Paul Gemme was present to represent the application. There were no comments from abutters or the public.

Mr. Crowell was concerned that this was a traditional house and 12/12 windows would be in keeping with the traditional look. He was not in favor of 6/1. Mr. Ciambriello thanked Mr. Gemme for the complete elevations and he believed 6/1 windows were equally historic. Mr. Crowell pointed out 6/1 windows were from the 1920’s at best. Mr. Ciambriello thought this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Barber questioned the dotted door and window on the right elevation and asked if those would be removed. Mr. Gemme explained he used the dots to indicate they cannot be seen. Mr. Bohlin agreed the 12/12 were more historic but felt the 6/1 would be ok in this instance and met the concerns of the Act. Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber, to accept the application as presented. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 4‐1‐0 (Mr. Crowell opposed).

5. Charles Venancio – Addition (22x16 detached garage, add 2 Nantucket dormers on front of existing

house, add full dormer on rear of existing) at 5 Westwind Drive, Dennis (M334‐76).

Richard Avery was present to represent the application. He had additional pictures for the Committee. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Ciambriello was concerned that the application wording did not say dormers on the garage. Mr. Avery was amenable to changing the wording. Mr. Ciambriello also pointed out there was no scale. Mr. Avery indicated he could add it to the plan. Mr. Ciambriello was confused by the plans. He thought the application was incomplete. He also noted the scale was 1/8” instead of ¼” and he was unclear on what they were doing. Mr. Barber thought the garage plan was clear. He thought incorporating the garage in the house plans was confusing. He suggested showing just the house elevations. In addition, since he was adding dormers Mr. Barber felt that taking the off should be noted on the application. Mr. Lomenzo suggested the Committee could approve the garage and deny the house. Mr. Bohlin was confused; he thought they had already approved the garage. Mr. Avery explained that he had an approval for the garage but had agreed to lower the height of the garage and the homeowner was opposed to that. He was in front of the Committee with the garage and the second phase of the house remodel to show the Committee what the plan for the house was. Mr. Bohlin noted this house in a neighborhood that was mostly small ranches. Mr. Avery was happy to separate the application and come back with the house plan at a later date. Mr. Crowell felt the house was very busy and suggested that Mr. Avery take that into consideration when doing the new drawings. Mr. Lomenzo supported the garage as drawn, but did not support the house at all. He felt it was inappropriate for the setting. He also noted the drawings needed to be ¼” to scale. Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber, to accept the application for a one garage and cross off everything after the word “access” on the application. Mr. Lomenzo suggested the amendment removing & denying the house from the application and nullifying the previous approval. Mr. Bohlin accepted the amendment. Mr. Ciambriello felt this application tied aspects of the house to the garage and it would be more proper to come in with a new application for the garage and a new separate application for the house for definite distinction. The rest of the Committee was comfortable just crossing the house portion off the application. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 4‐1‐0 (Mr. Ciambriello opposed).


6. Douglas Ayers – Demolition (shed) at 940 Main Street, Route 6A, Dennis (M371‐13).

Mr. Lomenzo stepped down. Mr. Barber made a motion, seconded by Mr. Bohlin, to elect Mr. Crowell as temporary chair. MOTION CARRIED. Voted 5‐0‐0. Chris McGrath was present to represent the application. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Barber thought this met the concerns of the Act, as did Mr. Bohlin. Mr. Ciambriello asked to have the size marked on the on the application otherwise this met the concerns of the Act. Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber, to accept the application with the stipulation that the size of the shed, 24x24, be put on the application. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 4‐0‐0.

7. Douglas Ayers – Addition (detached 24x24 garage) at 940 Main Street, Route 6A, Dennis (M371‐13).

Mr. McGrath represented the application. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Bohlin thought this met the concerns of Act. Mr. Ciambriello liked the garage but thought the flat panel door was not appropriate. Mr. McGrath had a changed plan with a garage door with a transom window. Mr. Ciambriello still thought a four section or colonial door would be more appropriate but otherwise this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Barber noted this could not be seen but thought the doors should be colonial and this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. McGrath agreed to change the doors. Motion: Mr. Ciambriello made a motion, seconded by Mr. Bohlin, to accept the application with the applicant agreeing to change to four section or colonial doors with a transom. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 4‐0‐0. Mr. Ciambriello explained to Mr. McGrath that he would get the approval when he brought the drawings in.

8. Janet & Raymond Ward – Addition (13.5 ft. to existing house, add windows and doors, add gutter to

existing shed) at 61 Nobscussett Road, Dennis (M350‐21).

Legaré Cuyler was present to represent the application. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Barber thought the Committee needed full elevations but he was fine with the pictures and thought this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Bohlin agreed the picture showed the plan sufficiently and this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Crowell felt the changes could not be seen from the road. Mr. Ciambriello felt the full elevations would be required. Motion: Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber, to accept the application with the stipulation that the applicant provide a full elevation for the side affected. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5‐0‐0.

9. William & Catherine O’Brien – Additions & alterations (add farmers porch, enclose existing deck, add

2nd floor) at 4 Bayberry Road, East Dennis (M409‐7).

Mr. Bohlin made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barber, to reinstate Mr. Lomenzo as chair. MOTION CARRIED. Voted 5‐0‐0. William O’Brien was present to represent the application. There were no comments from abutters or the public. Mr. Bohlin asked about the existing skylight. Mr. O’Brien was removing it. Mr. Bohlin thought this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Crowell asked if the bead board on the front existed and it did not. He thought this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Ciambriello thought this met the concerns of the Act. Mr. Barber asked if there were trees being removed in the rear. Mr. O’Brien indicated that he was removing just the ones over the septic system as required by the Board of Health. Mr. Lomenzo asked where the outdoor shower was going and Mr. O’Brien indicated that it would be on the rear near the garage and would only be a spigot but not enclosed. Mr. Lomenzo thought the garage door was inappropriate. Mr. Barber suggested an overhead carriage door and Mr. O’Brien agreed to that. Motion: Mr. Barber made a motion, seconded by Mr. Bohlin, to accept the application with the deletion of the skylight on the side facing Cranberry and changing the garage door to an overhead carriage door. APPLICATION APPROVED. Voted 5‐0‐0.

Other Business (Complaints, Informals, General Information) There was a Letter of Amendment from MaryAnn Wynott requesting a change in the fence at 1 Linden Lane. The Committee was opposed to solid fence on the Linden side and was opposed to solid fence on the Shore side. Mr. Lomenzo proposed approving a 4’ fence with a 1’ lattice and a gate on the Linden side. The Committee agreed. Motion to Adjourn: Made by Mr. Bohlin, seconded by Mr. Crowell. MEETING ADJOURNED AT 9:23PM. Voted 5‐0‐0.


MINUTES OF THE

OLD KING’S HIGHWAY REGIONAL HISTORIC DISTRICT Date: Wednesday, January 29, 2014 Present: Chairman Peter Lomenzo, Secretary Frank Ciambriello, Gary Barber, Joshua Crowell, Bill Bohlin, Robert Waldo Absent: Robert Waldo Convened: 1:30pm A workshop was held in accordance with the Provisions of Section 23B, of Chapter 39, of the General Laws of Massachusetts, the: at Dennis Town Office, 485 Main Street, South Dennis, on Wednesday, January 29, 2014 at 1:30 P.M. on the following applications for a Certificate of Appropriateness: Mr. Lomenzo opened the Workshop.

1. Solar Panels

2. Skylights

Mr. Lomenzo suggested taking these two items together. He noted that the Act encourages the use of energy efficient materials. He also explained that the Committee cannot take a legal vote at this Workshop but can have an open forum discussion.

Mr. Ciambriello’s opinion was that skylights were historical, although the served a different purpose now. Historically the skylight was a form of a solar panel. His view was that if the Committee was going to allow solar panels they also had to allow skylights since they basically served the same function. Mr. Barber thought that solar panels on a nonvisible roof were fine. Skylights should be on a nonvisible roof since at night they are basically a light on the roof. If solar panels cannot go on a roof where they are not visible then they should cover the whole roof. Mr. Bohlin agreed with Mr. Barber. His main problem with skylights is their visibility at night. Mr. Crowell agreed with much of what had been said. He was opposed to skylights on front facing roofs. Historic scuttle hatches were on the side or rear of the house. They would not have been on a front roof. He was not opposed to seeing the framing of the skylight or solar panel. He preferred solar panels be all black and unobtrusive and blend with the shingles already on the roof. Mr. Lomenzo pointed to page 31 of the Act under section 5. He felt applicants should know that it has been about 12 or 13 years where the Committee has not approved a skylight on the front of the house. Applicants who want the light effect of the skylight can seek alternate solutions that do not interfere with the Act. He was also not in favor of having a solar panel or skylight on the front of the house. He would be more tolerant of them on a side elevation on a case by case basis. Mr. Barber felt that if solar panels were going on a front roof and then the back roof that was not visible should not have to be changed to black too. He felt that was an unnecessary burden to the applicant. Mr. Ciambriello agreed with everything he was hearing. He thought skylights and solar panels should be treated the same when the Committee makes decisions on them. If skylights are not allowed on front then solar panels should not be allowed on the front. He did disagree with allowing two roof colors. Mr. Bohlin suggested that some side roofs are visible from the road and he had examples. He felt every case on its own merits was important. Mr. Lomenzo explained that the purpose


of having a workshop was to clarify for future applicants that solar panels and skylights would not be allowed on front roofs and in some rare cases they may be allowed on side roofs providing they are not visible. He did note there is an exemption for houses south of Setucket where they can have solar panels on the front of the house. He summarized that the understanding was that none of the Committee members wanted to support the installation of skylights on the front of the house where it is visible from the public way and it some rare cases they may be able to receive approval on a side elevation when it is not particularly visible from a public way or place. Solar panels inside of the exempt area they can be on the front elevation provided they approve the exemption, while the other cases are on a case by case basis. Mr. Barber thought it should be made clear they blue solar arrays would not be approved. Mr. Ciambriello was glad to have more uniformity.

3. Review of 2008 Bulletin

Mr. Ciambriello had gone through the Bulletin and made suggestions. He explained the Bulletin was last updated in 2008 and things have changed drastically between now and then. He hoped to see the Committee go through the Bulletin and mark changes. He then wanted to get them to Atty. Wilson for him to review. He thought this would clean up discrepancies. Mr. Bohlin suggested having a deadline for each member to go through the suggestions and make their own. Mr. Barber suggested each item be marked with everyone’s suggestions. He felt the Committee had done an injustice to Mr. Ciambriello by putting it off for so long. Mr. Lomenzo explained that he has reviewed Mr. Ciambriello’s suggestion, so has Atty. Wilson, and it was also shared with the Chairmen of the other Committees. He explained that they can make the most prefect document yet it can die on the vine if the other 5 districts don’t ratify the changes so it can go to Legislature. He thought it would be helpful if the changes were typed up. Then at each meeting dedicate some time to reviewing the Bulletin so the Committee gets somewhere with it. Mr. Ciambriello suggested that even if this goes nowhere he felt that working on this shows the people of Dennis that the Committee is trying to make things better.

4. Demolitions

Mr. Lomenzo felt there was a significant disagreement as to what requires a separate demolition. Mr. Barber felt they have treated a number of applications differently. He felt if an applicant wanted to tear down a porch and replace it that should not require a demolition application. But if an applicant has a 1500 square foot house and he wanted to tear down 700 square feet and rebuild it that should require a demolition application. Mr. Ciambriello felt that anytime you change the appearance through a demolition then it requires a demolition application. Mr. Barber felt that could be considered part of the application on the Certificate of Appropriateness. Mr. Lomenzo read aloud page 10 Section 10 of the Bulletin. He felt this said that just because the Committee has the power to do these things and the responsibility to do these things doesn’t necessarily mean you have to have a separate Certificate of Demolition. He thought the discussion should focus on that. He asked the Committee how far they wanted to go into the arena of a separate Certificate of Demolition. Mr. Bohlin felt taking a roof off to add a second story should not require a separate Certificate. He thought percentages were not an answer either. Mr. Barber felt that even without a separate application the Committee can weigh in on the demolition. Mr. Ciambriello suggested a combination permit where they apply to demolish and rebuild. Mr. Barber suggested if an applicant wanted to take a whole house down they would need a separate permit. Mr. Crowell tended to agree with Mr. Barber. He felt there were a number of factors that needed to be looked at and thought that Mr. Ciambriello’ s suggestion of having a combination would make it more user friendly. Mr. Lomenzo suggested using the Certificate of Demolition only if applying to take down an entire structure. Then if you are demolishing any portion of a structure for a renovation or remodel it must be clearly stated and the box checked for demolition. The current Certificate of Appropriateness application will be redone to include the check box. The Committee agreed this was the way to go.

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5. Violations

Mr. Lomenzo shared that some language was changed regarding violations. He explained that the Building Commissioner who enforces violations for Old King’s Highway suggested a better tone from the Committee. The term will be a Request for an Investigation. It removes the Committee out of the violation department. The Committee can accept complaints and then request an investigation. He thought the public should feel better asking for something to be investigated. The Committee also supported this.

6. Application procedures (legal ad & abutters)

Ms. Barr explained that procedure that the Office uses for abutters notices is not consistent with the procedure used by other Committees in the Town of Dennis and the Historic Districts. She explained the current procedure. Then she explained the procedure the other Committees uses. That process would be when the applicant brings in their application they would also bring the Certified Abutters sheet from Assessing and the labels. After the deadline the applicant would receive via email the Abutters notice and they would be responsible for placing those in the envelopes and placing the labels and first class postage on them. Then they would return the envelopes to the Office to be checked and mailed. This process would save the Town time and money. The Town Administrator and Building Commissioner were both in support of changing to this process. The Committee was in support of this. Mr. Lomenzo thought this would also increase accuracy in notifying abutters. This would be implemented for the next deadline which would be after February 4, 2014.

The discussion moved to the legal ad procedure. Again, the procedure is not consistent with other Committees in Town and in the Historic Districts. The procedure used by other Committees is that the Office would create the legal ad and then the applicant is billed by the newspaper directly. In some cases, prepayment may be required. There was a form authorizing payment and explaining that if the ad is not run due to lack of payment the application cannot be heard at the meeting. Mr. Ciambriello saw problems with this process and was totally against adopting this process. Mr. Lomenzo explained that the Committee is running a deficit in the Budget for Legal Ads. He suggested increasing the fees for application to offset the cost. There was discussion of merits of both procedures. The adoption of this procedure was tabled for more research to be done.

7. Other Business

There was a Letter of Amendment for 1 Linden Lane to increase the height of the fence to 5’ with a 1’ topper on Shore Road and Linden Lane with a 6’ solid fence on the side and rear. Mr. Barber was opposed to this since this is what the originally had requested and the Committee denied. Mr. Ciambriello and Mr. Crowell agreed with Mr. Barber.

Mr. Crowell was concerned with the posts that have been removed by DPW at Sea Street. Mr. Lomenzo suggested a Request for Investigation be placed.

Mr. Crowell asked if vinyl fences were available in a shiny finish or matte finish. Mr. Ciambriello believed that it was available in a matte finish.

Mr. Crowell also suggested that on the application there be a place for the applicant to indicate the grade of the project was changing. Mr. Lomenzo suggested that the Committee just ask the question.

Mr. Bohlin asked if when an application is continued and the applicant brings new drawings, can those

drawings be brought to the Committee in advance of the meeting. Mr. Lomenzo pointed out that the Committee never used to continue applications. There is no mechanism to get drawings in a timely manner for these continued hearings. Mr. Lomenzo suggested that if it was minor changes that may be able to continued. If there is a problem with applications and abutters opposing then maybe that should not be continued. He suggested there is a lot of grey area between the two scenarios. He suggested maybe the Committee tighten up their criteria.

Mr. Lomenzo suggested that the Committee also needs to be less lenient with people building things and then coming in and asking for permission. That was a part of the Act that Mr. Lomenzo felt the Committee should also tighten up on. Mr. Ciambriello suggested that the Office might have the authority to determine that it is not complete the applicant and turn the applicant away. Mr. Lomenzo clarified that it was not legal for the Office to do that. But the Committee can deny incomplete applications. Mr. Barber asked what the Committee should do in the case of applicants bringing new drawings to meetings. Abutters don’t have the chance to weigh in on these new versions. Mr. Lomenzo explained the Committee can accept minor changes. Ms. Barr suggested that she could keep track of which applications were viewed in the Office prior to the meeting so that if an applicant did bring changes the Committee could know if there were interested parties that would be affected.

Mr. Lomenzo ended on the note that if someone builds or does work without a Certificate of Appropriateness then it should be required to be torn down.

Motion to Adjourn:

Made by Mr. Bohlin, seconded by Mr. Crowell. WORKSHOP ADJOURNED AT 3:18PM. Voted 5‐0‐0.


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