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- Approval of minutes: Motion to approve minutes from the Dec. 17, 2024 meeting; motion made and seconded; minutes approved by voice vote.

- Postpone (postponing public hearings): Two items were postponed to the Feb. 25 meeting at the applicants' request: Subdivision Number 439 (40 Connecticut Avenue) and Special Permit Number 2413131 (Providence Street). Motions to postpone were made and seconded; both motions carried by voice vote.

- Bond release: The commission authorized release of two bonds related to Northeast Towing and Transport (zoning permit 1749) after staff and the city engineer confirmed required site work and erosion controls were completed. Motions to release the bonds carried by voice vote.

- Procedural items: The commission opened and closed public hearings as needed for agenda items and took the formal votes reported in the meeting record (see individual agenda‑item decisions for details).","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Norwich 2025-01-28 Commission on the City Plan","oneSentenceSummary","Summary of formal motions and outcomes from the Jan. 28 Commission on the City Plan meeting, including minutes approval, two postponements, bond release and other procedural actions.","taxTitle","Norwich, New London County, Connecticut","taxId",4639,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6351287,"Planning commission receives notice of FirstLight battery project and a request to present Live‑Work‑Ride bill",446,171000,617000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2230503-b74155a3c7aae0842489994949430f9c&start=171&end=617","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2230503-b74155a3c7aae0842489994949430f9c/thumbnail_171000.jpg","/articles/6351287/Norwich/New-London-County/Connecticut/Planning-commission-receives-notice-of-FirstLight-battery-project-and-a-request-to-present-LiveWorkRide-bill","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6351287-edef98324daf1b22a1f6e3a12bac1f2b/orig.mp4?Expires=1771187241&Signature=M2Rawyf10wb5uwfGdr3AROirhNFY4qmkuultX4vKSKD0EhATxdFnAHYc97CxQMb-CORbcZDV15nvjZ8KpWD9fMamvhvqxhqXDEXAbIEBxL~0l4jhG91CeIpmAnVqJPc9AQmi0yceQ8S1JpDq8KUx6cWPihOdQoIRIrVQNbDTD8M0qOEumZ3c2WjjKOVcmpRA3Vki25x1OIS0TnXR-8uANvawkVrmCORbFczBBv8-nAclMbRmVDXSgqNIS3XQ6uzRRPVNejrlggcTu-C5omo4mAuEGJjCHO-ai7w1K9tDgk5hl7B8TwyYPsU7PUvbtCQpvwnQUrrYouet00ge6K-e1A__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","At the Jan. 28 meeting the Commission on the City Plan received two pieces of correspondence: (1) a letter dated Dec. 19, 2024, from FirstLight Power (Tunnel Vets LLC, a FirstLight subsidiary) notifying local officials of an upcoming petition to the Connecticut Siting Council for a battery energy storage system at the existing Tunnel Jet facility, 72 Roosevelt Avenue Extension in Preston; and (2) an email from Penny Valley Pendalaya of Desegregate Connecticut requesting an opportunity to present on the Live‑Work‑Ride bill (a proposed opt‑in state bill promoting transit‑oriented districts) at a future commission meeting.

The FirstLight letter, read into the record, states the project would repower an existing kerosene generator system with battery storage and that FirstLight is partnering with New Leaf Energy. The letter gives an anticipated petition filing and an estimated timeline (petition filing in the near future, anticipated Siting Council approval by mid‑2025 pending approvals and equipment procurement, preliminary site work in spring 2026 and construction finishing in spring 2027). The letter provided contact names for FirstLight and New Leaf for questions and said the petitioner was committed to answering questions from neighbors and officials.

A separate correspondence from Desegregate Connecticut requested that the commission invite its organizers to present the Live‑Work‑Ride proposal at a future meeting; the commission indicated willingness to schedule a presentation after March and asked staff to place the request on a later agenda.

No formal action was taken on either correspondence aside from acknowledgment and scheduling intent to consider a presentation from the pro‑reform coalition later in 2025.","Commissioners were notified of a proposed FirstLight/New Leaf Energy battery project in Preston and received a request from Desegregate Connecticut to present the Live‑Work‑Ride transit‑oriented districts bill at a future meeting.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6351290,"Planning commission issues favorable recommendation for use variance at 105 Oneko Street (3–2)",766,3600000,4366000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2230503-b74155a3c7aae0842489994949430f9c&start=3600&end=4366","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2230503-b74155a3c7aae0842489994949430f9c/thumbnail_3600000.jpg","/articles/6351290/Norwich/New-London-County/Connecticut/Planning-commission-issues-favorable-recommendation-for-use-variance-at-105-Oneko-Street-32","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6351290-7dbabe5d6e935801580af88812a6018e/orig.mp4?Expires=1771187241&Signature=Q2Nk-AT9NuToO7va4B4QXav6vY4-DbtugB7JvvU9o9CQHx5-1tatTZB43ylHWqD9bBSz5W7mq2nUeJQmk5kU~fWlysVHFts01xJh7VhPrmAMzt8GYqaG0DLSCxrtw2UmgJo4cWP7voax29Wfit5k~jq48p9JnnIa82HVmPaQek8gmj6I0~S~EKAJod8wbOfiBNy8R-cS0wAMlDYZaErCZiKu2J9g7T6h1WcRHckbFDcfi8wCsWRgbi0VL3EBmYyB5JmXtqDbYzLbNZqpSH~DmihcFtxiD1F2zwL~jgXPPLjYudbv~--o92Nz55OnI6gpoELn34vcrtMTLG65nmpAIg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Commission on the City Plan on Jan. 28 voted 3–2 in favor of recommending that the Zoning Board of Appeals grant a use variance to allow a single‑family dwelling on a subdivided lot at 105 Oneko Street (variance 20‑12). The property is in the Neighborhood Commercial (NC) zone, where single‑family dwellings are not a permitted use.

The applicant, Guillermo Suria, requested a use variance to authorize construction of a prefabricated house on the subdivided lot and described the intent in a written statement read into the record: the house would be close to his elderly sister so they can care for one another. Planning staff explained that use variances in the regulations are limited and that a use variance should be granted only where, without the variance, private property would be rendered valueless. Staff described the referral process under the zoning regulations and asked the commission to provide a recommendation to the ZBA as required by the code.

Commissioners discussed the local context, noting mixed uses in the area and recent approvals for nearby institutional and commercial uses. After discussion the commission voted to give a favorable recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals for the applicant’s requested use variance. The commission’s recommendation does not itself grant a variance; the ZBA will make the final decision following its procedures.

The commission’s recorded vote on the motion was three in favor, two opposed. The commission’s discussion and the applicant’s written statement are part of the record forwarded to the ZBA for its decision.","The commission voted 3–2 to recommend that the Zoning Board of Appeals grant a use variance allowing a single‑family dwelling on a lot in the Neighborhood Commercial zone at 105 Oneko Street; the applicant said the home is intended for an elderly relative.",{"_33":100,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":101,"_41":102,"_43":103,"_45":104,"_47":105,"_49":106,"_51":107,"_53":108,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":109,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":110,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6351295,"Commission clears two‑lot subdivision to fix previous lot configuration on Old Canterbury Turnpike",643,2917000,3560000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2230503-b74155a3c7aae0842489994949430f9c&start=2917&end=3560","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2230503-b74155a3c7aae0842489994949430f9c/thumbnail_2917000.jpg","/articles/6351295/Norwich/New-London-County/Connecticut/Commission-clears-twolot-subdivision-to-fix-previous-lot-configuration-on-Old-Canterbury-Turnpike","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6351295-3c874d5b797b2e346f3b85ec6c093741/orig.mp4?Expires=1771187241&Signature=eNXvth8nJEuiAsilbqHAlB4ajJQ~U~cIw98JEpgayhtUEyzIxHKf9JELSPs3MQ2-SS78h2Cj9FR7-9S1EPFx7sshh00RvmZVk1ZGd1rT5dvsDO09K-KC6vsGN7zQKf7JBy1QDDdQV-tpPF9GO3~Pl7VZZgJryMgfReEsGO7-zBAVnf~Gb6QfzWhw8kgVAkyW2mCrgIp39WhCR6KuAFW7xh8FHXnOVqtxaCeQem-eHdLJ4r~fs-kverBKU4OyoYbjjBJDLt-4ptjHFgYXaEf4L6qYukrFjkckl~iwsD14NXn~IbSGm2C6zV-ceVvNBHbKM2bVY5HTeTpnycH5Iq9DVA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Commission on the City Plan approved a two‑lot subdivision (Subd. 44173) on Jan. 28 that corrects a prior land‑record discrepancy for property on Old Canterbury Turnpike. The commission waived the sidewalk requirement and approved the subdivision with conditions recommended by staff.

John Felice of Boundaries LLC represented the applicant and explained the proposal: the application would adjust acreage between two adjoining parcel tracks so that a vacant parcel would meet bulk requirements and become an approved building lot. The revised plans dated December 2024 through Jan. 22 show the resultant lot sizes (vacant lot ~3.21 acres; lot with existing house ~4.28 acres). The applicant submitted a bond estimate of $12,000 for erosion and sedimentation controls for the prospective development of Lot 2; health district approval for the septic locations was on file.

Staff and the city engineer reviewed and commented on the plan; the commission noted staff’s conclusion that comments have been addressed in the revised plans. Commissioners voted to waive the sidewalk requirement because the nearest sidewalks are approximately 3,000 feet away and would not create a connected sidewalk network. The commission then approved the subdivision subject to the staff conditions listed in the planning memo, including final plan revisions and required paper copies for filing and review.

The commission’s approval allows the applicant to move forward with final submissions and, once conditions are met, to record the subdivision.","A two‑lot subdivision correcting a previous land‑record configuration was approved after staff review; commission granted a sidewalk waiver and accepted staff conditions including a $12,000 E&S bond estimate.",{"_33":112,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":113,"_41":114,"_43":115,"_45":116,"_47":117,"_49":118,"_51":119,"_53":120,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":121,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":122,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6351300,"Commission approves two‑lot subdivision on Plain Hill Road with stone‑wall preservation easement",1020,1855000,2875000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2230503-b74155a3c7aae0842489994949430f9c&start=1855&end=2875","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2230503-b74155a3c7aae0842489994949430f9c/thumbnail_1855000.jpg","/articles/6351300/Norwich/New-London-County/Connecticut/Commission-approves-twolot-subdivision-on-Plain-Hill-Road-with-stonewall-preservation-easement","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6351300-0c106e3ad3bb9317e755ad81d80e20b8/orig.mp4?Expires=1771187241&Signature=W7AFdugfLnemqCkekya5TMtkPveLLcPWeoTYmWIJjEhROzBH5T-p8nbXj9wtuwZwWv9MFw-0MLwxDphvmONAlIeADJdXKXeV0zOTg4CUbtAjD0UtSmsprtbJLXu6Vk~5YHZDoytGR3TjqbENoMrZXOcmS-oKhzIxcU7OhtKrH6YReY87FmdynMtPM3yK2raBN-CctSnOqm-HGtBqmS~svud51wby7bz9tj7yaNWx8M-PJSHR1BHz~uC0OuDZRjm-jp8bmVv3bVxLREyCGIvOptIc0tWnaZ4srk4Sjsb7fRKrA9oUIx-D8lOsRksFevqz3gxSqK0fbfRWFjjfkuofjg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Commission on the City Plan on Jan. 28 approved a two‑lot resubdivision for a parcel at 452 Plain Hill Road (application 438452) and accepted a sidewalk waiver for the project, subject to conditions. The commission also required that the applicant grant a stone‑wall preservation easement to the city, to be accepted by the city council.

Brandon Hanfield of Antiques River Consultants, representing applicant Balwinder (Balinder) Singh, described the proposal as splitting the existing 3.79‑acre parcel into two lots: a 1.87‑acre northern lot and a 1.63‑acre southern lot. Hanfield said each lot will be served by its own driveway, a private well and a subsurface sewage disposal system; the Oncus (Yantic/Oxius) Health District reviewed and issued favorable comment on the proposed septic layouts.

Planning staff reported that revisions had addressed city review comments and that the city engineer and other departments had submitted comments the applicant had committed to resolve on the final plan. Staff reminded the commission that a stone‑wall preservation agreement sample had been provided and recommended the commission require such an easement to preserve the historic stone walls that bound the property.

The commission voted to waive the sidewalk requirement, reasoning that no sidewalks exist in the immediate area and sidewalks would not connect to an existing network. Commissioners then voted to approve the subdivision application with the conditions listed in the staff memo, including the requirement that the applicant file a stone‑wall preservation easement with the city council for acceptance and that final revised plans addressing outstanding staff comments be submitted before recording.

Commission discussion noted that utilities will be run underground from the road to avoid impacts to the stone walls and that the applicant committed to provide final revised paper plans for staff review. The planning department will confirm completion of conditions and submission of final documents before issuance of certificates of zoning compliance or approvals required for construction.","The commission approved a two‑lot resubdivision at 452 Plain Hill Road, accepted a sidewalk waiver and required a stone‑wall preservation easement as a condition of final approval.",{"_33":124,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":125,"_41":126,"_43":127,"_45":128,"_47":129,"_49":130,"_51":131,"_53":132,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":133,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":134,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6351305,"Norwich planning commission approves permanent pergola enclosure, coastal filing and waivers for Marina restaurant",1335,504000,1839000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2230503-b74155a3c7aae0842489994949430f9c&start=504&end=1839","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2230503-b74155a3c7aae0842489994949430f9c/thumbnail_504000.jpg","/articles/6351305/Norwich/New-London-County/Connecticut/Norwich-planning-commission-approves-permanent-pergola-enclosure-coastal-filing-and-waivers-for-Marina-restaurant","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6351305-765174003085d02fdb7283065f8319ec/orig.mp4?Expires=1771187241&Signature=LDOcPln-q3rRuUq7Cx-Usx61gX3sRDBzK6llsvjULh6ngrYsYeGSgYbuNUzl3Pa8tOBO~JKIceVkxVYil8kedAdaKrSEuptyKOfCVNX~iBJKIBY9sVT3MkwhEWHFCMzXPE7zfy8xuPa3L3Pe~sCd35rcPMHwWWwoj~hO6EJlyBKGXJX~7gwxA8igHBTuJ5KV-c1bbyfCgN2Pbx-6KHCyxqiJFvv5WKBJS9yXTpnNhbUu7tiXXRuSKnt0qHicnNeBnh65jDZ2lXse08KqiqsL~EhQMeYTH1BUBjbOSmIU~rG1vMzgrhh7ayqrFl~xr6tMDJpBRgurm34AiXZA8jY-jQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Commission on the City Plan of the City of Norwich on Jan. 28 approved a special permit for a 1,300-square-foot pre‑engineered aluminum pergola enclosure at the Marina at American Wharf, together with a coastal management (CAM) finding and four requested waivers.

The proposal, filed by Marina at American Wharf LLC with Patrick Dwyer presenting, would connect the existing kitchen and bathroom building to the restaurant/dining area within the special flood hazard area. Patrick Dwyer described the structure as “a roof structure that covers this whole area” with internal gutters, downspouts and motorized vinyl side curtains. He said it would allow staff to move between kitchen and bar more easily and provide undercover seating in inclement weather.

City staff reported that the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEP) reviewed the related CAM filing and found it “consistent with all applicable coastal policies.” The commission voted first to accept that CAM finding and then to grant four waivers requested by the applicant: (1) two copies of a bond estimate certified by a professional engineer, (2) two copies of drainage calculations certified by a professional engineer, (3) an A‑2 survey with certification of accuracy, and (4) two color elevation renderings. Staff said the city engineer and zoning staff had reviewed the waiver requests and concurred that, for this limited structure placed on existing hardscape with integral drainage, those submittals were not necessary before approval.

After closing the public hearing the commission approved the special permit with the conditions listed in the planning staff memo (Dan Denisco’s memo of record) including: final revised site plans addressing outstanding staff comments; filing of the certification of approval for the special permit with the city clerk after the appeal period; issuance of a zoning permit before any site activity; completion of proposed improvements prior to issuance of a certificate of zoning compliance or, if required, a performance bond; and that the approved site plan expires five years from Jan. 28, 2025 (noted as Jan. 28, 2030 in the record) unless an extension is granted. Staff clarified the structure currently exists as a temporary installation allowed under building official temporary occupancy and that the special permit establishes it as a permanent structure if the commission’s conditions are met.

Commissioners acted on the CAM finding, waivers and special permit during the same hearing. The city received a letter of support from Kevin Brown, president of the Norwich Community Development Corporation, which was read into the record.

The applicant was directed to file the revised plans and any required documentation noted in staff’s memo; staff will provide the applicant the certification language to be recorded after the appeal period. The commission’s approvals are conditioned as stated in the planning memo cited during the hearing.

Votes at the hearing were taken by voice; the public record shows the motions carried following roll‑call-style “aye” responses from the members present.","The Commission on the City Plan approved a special permit, four waiver requests and a coastal area management (CAM) consistency finding for a 1,300-square-foot pergola enclosure at the Marina at American Wharf, after a public hearing and staff review.","actionData","errors"]

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Votes at a glance: Norwich Commission on the City Plan, Jan. 28, 2025

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Commission clears two‑lot subdivision to fix previous lot configuration on Old Canterbury Turnpike

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Norwich planning commission approves permanent pergola enclosure, coastal filing and waivers for Marina restaurant