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Planning commission backs 630 James Farm Road five‑lot subdivision, approves waiver and erosion plan
Summary
The Stratford Planning Commission recommended approval of a five‑lot subdivision at 630 James Farm Road with conditions including a posted subdivision bond (~$146,711) and filing of the MILR; it also granted a waiver of the 10% open‑space requirement and approved the erosion and sediment control plan with standard conditions.
The Stratford Planning Commission voted unanimously to give a favorable recommendation for a five‑lot subdivision at 630 James Farm Road and approved related waivers and control plans.
Developer David P. DeSilio told the commission he revised drainage and retention to move runoff out of the right of way, added map notes assigning maintenance responsibility for an existing concrete pipe to Lots 2 and 3, and proposed sidewalks and five street trees to address staff comments. He said the fire marshal corrected a prior interpretation about driveway width requirements in an email dated Sept. 24 and that the town engineer, Robert Daniel, confirmed the plan met specifications.
Town planner Smitha reported the applicant submitted revised drawings addressing the town engineer and conservation superintendent's comments and confirmed the assistant fire chief had no objection to the proposed access geometry. Smitha told the commission the applicant must post an estimated subdivision bond of roughly $146,711 with the finance/engineering department and file the MILR with the town clerk before final recording.
Commission discussion focused on whether the subdivision met the Plan of Conservation and Development and on maintenance and feasibility of required open space for a small, five‑lot subdivision. The commission granted a waiver of the 10 percent open‑space requirement, citing the lot size/shape and concerns about creating isolated, town‑maintained parcels.
The commission also approved the submitted soil erosion and sediment control plan contingent on the standard conditions noted in the staff report: preconstruction siltation and erosion controls, immediate onsite corrective actions if erosion occurs, the commission's reliance on applicant‑provided information (approval may be modified if information proves inaccurate), and a requirement for a more detailed fugitive dust control plan before building or demolition work.
Next steps: The Planning Commission's favorable recommendations will be forwarded as required (subdivision approvals and waivers are processed administratively and through the town clerk once bond and filing requirements are satisfied).
