2014.07.28 Council Agenda Item 11
Summary
Ordinance to amend the Zoning and Site Plan Review Ordinance to relax zoning provisions for the replacement of utility infrastructure.
A public comment period will not be included with this item as a public hearing was held on an earlier date.
ACTION: Council action is anticipated.
Description
Complex utility systems are located throughout the Town. Many times, these systems are located on private property and in sensitive resource areas. The restrictions placed on typical property development is not easily applied to the replacement, reconstruction or maintenance of these systems. The intent of this amendment is to exempt infrastructure from certain setbacks but require permitting to assure appropriate resource protection while enabling the practical use of the collections systems.
The Planning Board held their MRA hearing on July 1, 2014. Staff are recommending approval of this amendment at this time as it has an impact on the permitting process for Summit Gas as well as the wastewater pump station. Please see attached the introduction letter, a memo from the Community Development Director and the proposed order.
