MUNICIPALITY OF MONROEVILLE PLANNING COMMISSION MARCH 21, 2007 MINUTES PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE AND MOMENT OF SILENCE

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1 MUNICIPALITY OF MONROEVILLE PLANNING COMMISSION MARCH 21, 2007 MINUTES The meeting was called to order at 8 p.m. by Chairman Bernard Erb. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE AND MOMENT OF SILENCE The Pledge of Allegiance was recited and a moment of silence observed. ROLL CALL The Recording Secretary, Sharon McIndoe, called roll and the following were present: Bernard Erb, Frank Bole, Jack Murray, Bob Kerr, Paul Humenik, Bill Kelmickis, Shelly Kaltenbaugh, Paul Hugus and Shawn Rosensteel; Lorraine Lewis- Burke was excused. APPROVAL OF MINUTES No action was taken on the minutes at this time. OLD BUSINESS 07-2-ST MUSLIM COMMUNITY CENTER The applicant is requesting revised site plan approval for a parking lot expansion to include site preparation for a driveway and 50 parking spaces and related improvements. The property is located at 239 Seaman Lane. Total property area is 3.96 acres. It is zoned R-2, One-Family Residential. Mr. Khalid Khili, Professional Engineer, and Mr. Safdar Khwaja, Director of Construction for the Community Center, came forward to explain the request. Mr. Khwaja explained their last addition to the building was in July 2001 and there was discussion about the need for possible parking expansion to ease the traffic congestion. He reported this request is to try and ease the traffic congestion on Seaman Lane and Northern Pike which occurs periodically throughout the year. He further explained this would allow a ring around the perimeter of the property to alleviate the traffic backup and add 55 parking spaces including one additional van accessible space. He indicated they have discussed this with the municipal engineer and felt they have met all the requirements. He stated they have applied for the erosion and sedimentation permit through the county natural resources.

2 Regular Meeting 2 March 21, 2007 Mr. Khilji added they have completed the storm water management plan and a retention pond will be constructed. He also stated the erosion and sediment control plans have been submitted to the conservation district with the county and a copy submitted to the engineers. He indicated the storm water management plan has been reviewed and the best management plan for the water was included for review by the engineer. He requested the additional parking area be approved to alleviate the traffic congestion and improve the traffic flow. Mr. Erb clarified that this request was to correct the deficiency in the previous plan for expansion; it is not for future expansion. Mr. Khwaja answered it was not meant for future expansion only to expand on their current situation. He explained they barely met the minimum number of parking space previously for the building occupancy and felt this would be proper to address their experience over the past four years. There being no further discussion, Mr. Murray duly made a motion to approve Application No ST and Mr. Kelmickis seconded it. Upon a voice vote, the motion carried unanimously SUB CAMBRIDGE SQUARE ASSOCIATES LIMITED PARTNERSHIP The applicant is requesting final subdivision approval combining five lots to create one lot of 764,591 square feet. The property is located at 120 Cambridge Square Drive and includes the seven multi-family apartment buildings and associated land uses. It is zoned R-3, Multi-Family Residential. The applicant requested tabling and waived all time limits. Ms. Kaltenbaugh reported the applicant requested the tabling because of some problems with the financing. There being no further discussion, Mr. Bole duly made a motion to table Application No SUB and Mr. Kerr seconded it. Upon a voice vote, the motion carried unanimously SUB MARRIOTT RESIDENCE INN/KRATSA PROPERTIES/ ALFRED A. AND BETTY RUFFOLOA/ALFRED J. PUGLIANO, JOHN J. BELLISSIMO, JR. AND JOHN J. PUGLIANO The applicant is requesting final subdivision approval combining three lots to create one of 82,917 square feet. The property is located on the northerly side of William

3 Regular Meeting 3 March 21, 2007 Penn Highway and includes the Penn Monroe Grille, and 3981 and 3985 William Penn Highway. It is zoned C-2, Business/Commercial C MARRIOTT RESIDENCE INN/ KRATSA PROPERTIES The applicant is requesting conditional use approval to construct a hotel, two stories in height and 94 rooms on the northerly side of William Penn Highway. The proposed project is located at 3981 and 3985 William Penn Highway. The total property area is 1.91 acres. It is zoned C-2, Business/Commercial ST MARRIOTT RESIDENCE INN/ KRATSA PROPERTIES The applicant is requesting site plan approval to construct a hotel two stories in height with 94 rooms, 81,600 square feet in area and associated site improvements on the northerly side of William Penn Highway. The proposed project is located at 3981 and 3985 William Penn Highway. The total property area is 1.91 acres. It is zoned C-2, Business/Commercial. Mr. Louie Calabaria from Kratsa Properties came forward with Mr. Robb Bassett from Leon Smith Solaray Engineer to explain the request. Mr. Calabaria asserted the applicant has meet all the conditions imposed at the previous meeting. Mr. Bassett indicated that the most significant change to the site plan has been the storm water detention system. He explained they switched from the detention conveyance system to a conveyance system that dumps into a storm water pipe farm. He stated that the pipe farm will have seven pipes, 85 lineal feet of 48-inch CPP pipe and the conveyance system would discharge into that pipe farm then into the detention structure to a manhole. He further explained the manhole would have a 40-foot drop connection with a granite bottom with 6 percent going to the manhole requested by the board instead of discharging to a riprap apron to an existing 15-inch CPP. Mr. Bob Serenko, Sales Engineer with Contact Construction Products and affiliated with Keystone Block Walls, distributed brochures for the wall systems and a list of reference projects in Western Pennsylvania including the Monroeville area. He explained they would be providing a keystone key stem system which is not unique to the area and there are several applications utilizing this block and system with the most recent one at the Sam s Club in Monroeville. He reviewed the key components to that system are the grid reinforcement utilizing a steel reinforcement which enables it to handle loads that exceed 50 feet. He stated their proposal would be 55 feet in height. Mr. Serenko briefly explained a cross section of the wall and pointed out the highest point. He further explained that there has been a team approach concerning this project with everyone involved from LSSE and the geo-technical engineer. He again

4 Regular Meeting 4 March 21, 2007 stated the cross section reflects the worst-case scenario representing the wall at its highest level in range from a vertical break separation but that the grid tieback utilizes a steel system which is the strongest system available. Ms. Kaltenbaugh inquired whether something could be done to make the wall not seem so austere. She indicated they discussed at previous meetings possibly incorporating step backs so it would not be just a flat surfaced wall. Mr. Serenko answered they have not considered it because it is so tight on the property and a tier situation would make one wall off set from the next. Ms. Kaltenbaugh questioned whether the patterns could be done and Mr. Serenko answered affirmatively. Mr. Rosensteel reported there were some assumptions made in the structural engineer s report that needs to be confirmed by a geo-technical engineer. Mr. Serenko answered that he could not address that because he has not seen the letter but they would work with the geo-technical engineer when the wall design is done. He stated one of the main issues they had associated with this job is that they get down to bedrock and be on a firm foundation. Mr. Erb inquired whether they would also be driving caissons to the bedrock for the hotel and Mr. Serenko answered affirmatively. Mr. Kevin Brett explained the system of the detail submitted for the wall shows the caisson going to the bedrock. Mr. Hugus asserted that Lennon Smith had adjusted the site plan to show a wider entrance point off of Route 22 of 28 feet wide instead of 25 and adjusted the radius around the building to accommodate the larger emergency vehicles. Ms. Kaltenbaugh reported that she had previously worked with Mr. Kris Peters on the design of the building who promised some very good changes but that he no longer works at LSSE. Mr. Serenko attested that is was discussed previously and something would be done to enhance the front to give it more of a presence on Route 22. Ms. Kaltenbaugh inquired when those changes would be submitted and Mr. Brett answered if it has been done, he would send it them immediately. Mr. Kerr questioned how high they are capable of building a wall and Mr. Serenko answered 70 to 80 feet. He explained that a wall has several different components including the structural aspects and the installation. He indicated it is important to work in conjunction with the contractor and have the inspector on site to ensure it is installed according to the specifications. Mr. Kerr inquired whether there was a corporate limit and whether 55 feet is attainable; Mr. Serenko answered affirmatively. Mr. Kerr questioned the lifetime of the wall and Mr. Serenko answered the service life is based on 75 years. Mr. Kerr inquired whether it was warranted and Mr. Serenko answered negatively because of several factors including whether it is done by a contractor. He added a 100-year wall can also be constructed but it would be a function of the environment.

5 Regular Meeting 5 March 21, 2007 Mr. Kerr inquired whether the wall is proposed to be located on the property line and Mr. Bassett answered it would be offset. Mr. Kerr rebutted that it would only be a few feet and Mr. Bassett answered it is approximately 10 feet. Mr. Kerr inquired whether they would have to encroach on the neighboring properties since they would be constructing such a large wall and would dig down to bedrock. Mr. Serenko explained most of the work is done on the insides of the wall and the grids and tiebacks are placed on the backside. Mr. Kerr again questioned how close they would be working to the property line and Mr. Bassett answered it is approximately 15 feet on the plans from the wall to the property line. Mr. Murray questioned whether a natural slope now exists and the section that shows it going down to the bedrock shows ties back 30 to 40 feet. Mr. Serenkos answered affirmatively and explained there is a ratio of how far the tiebacks must go back because of the height of the wall. Mr. Murray questioned how they would go back level when the bedrock is not level and Mr. Serenkos answered because that is part of the foundation improvement. Mr. Murray inquired whether the bedrock would be dug out to make it level back that far for the ties and Mr. Serenkos answered affirmatively. Mr. Murray was concerned about the design recommended and suggested a concrete gray be used with different colors. Mr. Humenik asserted the wall for Sam s Club was 44,000 square feet and inquired about the size for this one. Mr. Serenko answered the proposed wall is 30,000 square feet. Mr. Kemikis inquired about the problem with the wall at Kohl s and Mr. Serenko answered it was not a problem with the wall. He distributed a reference report explaining the project and how there was a schedule conflict where the owner was pushing the contractor to move faster. He stated then the contractor fired the inspector and no inspection follow up was done on the compaction, back fill or the overall installation of the wall units. He reported those are the reasons they had problems and there was a failure with the wall. He assured everyone this would be coordinated with LSSE, Kratsa Properties and the geo-technical engineers. He indicated there would be a full-time inspector on the site when it is assembled. Mr. Erb inquired about the location where they have installed a 70-foot wall and Mr. Barrett answered it was not in this area. Mr. Erb questioned whether it was located in a place similar to Pennsylvania and Mr. Bassett answered it was in Texas. He explained that they would have a backfill material placed behind the wall called PennDOT 2B material which is a 57-crushed stone. He indicated that it not only provides the structural characteristics of the wall but also the drainage components. He stated if there is a problem with the wall, it is usually related to how it was installed, compacted or the drainage. Mr. Erb inquired about the environmental concerns that were mentioned previously related to the structural integrity of the wall over time. Mr. Bassett explained there could be concerns if the wall is not backfilled with good material such as products with high PH levels.

6 Regular Meeting 6 March 21, 2007 Ms. Judy Brown, a resident of 26 Azalea Drive, came forward representing her neighbors the Baileys that live on Lilac Drive directly behind the proposed 55-foot wall. She requested the planning commission do their job and ensure that everything is done correctly. She reported there have been problems on this property for 30 years with dumping, sewage and erosion. She could not understand why anyone would want to build on a property with so many problems. She was surprised how the building would be situated on the property and how it would be looming over Azalea Drive. She requested landscaping be placed at the back if it is approved. She could not understand why another hotel was being built so close to the one across Route 22 at Sheetz and was sorry to see Penn Monroe close because it has been in Monroeville for a number of years. She stated the applicant indicated the space is tight and the building is maxing-out the space. She could not imagine how this would not affect the traffic congestion already existing in Monroeville. She was concerned with how this hotel would affect the property values of the residents behind this structure because they are still zoned residential. She voiced her concerns for the construction vehicles using their residential streets for access to build this structure. She reported this has always been a quiet residential street and she requested the wooded area removed be replaced after construction. Mr. Richard Adamson, a resident of 251 Lilac Drive, came forward to request at least a photograph of the wall the applicant built in Texas be submitted. He expressed his concerns about how the applicant would have to obtain access from the properties behind this one to construct the wall because it would have to be built from the ground up. Again, he requested the chance to look at other walls the applicant has constructed. Mr. Erb asserted a reference sheet was provided during the meeting (see attached). He stated the applicant indicated they constructed comparable walls at Sam s Club and Kohl s on Route 22 in this area and the 70-foot wall was located in Texas. Mr. Adamson questioned whether the proposed wall would be bigger or small than the one at Kohl s and Mr. Erb answered it would be the same 30,000 square feet but the Sam s Club wall is bigger. Mr. Bassett asserted there are several similar projects locally but the 70-foot wall referred to is located in Texas. Mr. Adamson confirmed that the problem that occurred with the wall at Kohl s was caused by how it was designed. Mr. Bassett rebutted it was not the design but how it was constructed and improper inspections. Mr. Adamson inquired whether the applicant would have total control over the construction of the wall including inspections. Mrs. Betty Chrise, a resident of 243 Lilac Drive or Lot No. 238, came forward to inquire whether Monroeville now needs another hotel since Westinghouse recently choose to locate in Cranberry. She reported she would be looking directly at this 55-foot wall from her large window when this hotel is constructed that used to look at a wooded area. She expressed her concerns for the drainage and where it would be channeled. She inquired whether the emergency vehicles would be able to access the parking lot. She suggested that upon her attorney s advice, they could have an injunction against this property owner because dirt is still falling on their back lot.

7 Regular Meeting 7 March 21, 2007 Mr. Erb asserted modifications have been made for the fire trucks to be able to make the turning radius. He also clarified that the applicant can build a 55-foot wall but that is not what is planned. Mrs. Chrise rebutted it is not a good view from her dining room window and she expressed her concerns for the property value of her home. Mr. Bole inquired about the distance from the wall to their house and Mrs. Chrise referred to a drawing showing it was about 185 feet. She further explained when most of the neighbors on her street bought their houses they also bought the neighboring lot in the back so they could not be built on. She pointed out the location of her house and the location where the wall would be built. She stated they would build a 55-foot wall with a 6-foot fence at the top 15 feet from the property line. Mr. Bole explained the applicant would have to remove the current fill before the wall is constructed. He inquired whether landscaping behind the wall would satisfy their issues with the appearance and Mr. Chrise answered negatively. Mr. Lyn Chrise came forward to explain how close his property is located to this proposed site and how they would remove the dirt from their property to construct the wall. Mr. Bole again inquired whether landscaping would offset the starkness of a blank wall. Mr. Chrise inquired whether the applicant acquired the adjoining properties and Ms. Kaltenbaugh answered the property owners, the Sherman s, are not interested in doing any business with this applicant. Mr. Chrise questioned whether the hotel could be rotated because of the tightness on the property and Mr. Erb answered affirmatively. Mrs. Chrise again voiced her opposition to the 55-foot wall with the 6-foot chain link fence at the top. Mr. Chrise explained he has contacted his lawyer and the applicant would have to obtain access from his property to dig the foundation. Mr. Kerr inquired whether the Chrise s would allow the property owner access to remove the current fill on the property and Mr. Chrise answered affirmatively. He suggested that it would look like a prison if the back cannot be terraced. Mr. Calabria again came forward to point out there is uncontrolled dumping at the site currently consisting of debris and trash. He felt the hotel would be a better use for the property and they would be willing to work with the residents to make the situation as good as possible. He stated they would make every effort to make it aesthetically pleasing to the neighboring residents with landscaping along the base of the wall. He reported there is a demand in Monroeville for hotels and the work on the property would be in compliance with the municipal code. He indicated the proposed wall would be a little bit higher than the one at Kohl s and that one failed because of improper construction not engineering. He assured the planning commission that they would make every attempt to do everything in compliance with the municipal requirements and it would be sealed by an engineer. Again, he indicated there is a demand in Monroeville for hotels. He asserted the drainage on the property would be improved from the current conditions which is uncontained runoff down the hillsides in the back yards of the residents. He explained the water would be collected in a detention basin and piped into a new manhole and maintained within the municipal storm sewer system. He indicated this would eliminate some of the silt and debris that is affecting the property currently.

8 Regular Meeting 8 March 21, 2007 Again, he indicated they were willing to work with the residents concerning the landscaping. Mr. Erb reiterated one of the questions relating to responsibility in the briefing distributed was that Kratsa Properties will take responsibility to ensure that it goes to the leveled bedrock and the appropriate fill will be used so there will be no problems with the sedimentation. Mr. Calabria understood those concerns and agreed with them. He stated they have to defer to the professionals hired to design the wall which is stamped, sealed and approved by the municipality. He suggested those plans would be done in accordance with acceptable engineering practices and they would hire independent engineers or geologists to verify that the wall was being installed in compliance to municipal standards. Mr. Seranko further explained the difference between the Kohl s and the Kratsa project is the developer was building the Kohl s site then turning it over to them but Kratsa is going to own this site long term so they have a vested interest. Mr. Erb confirmed this is a 50-foot wall but is certified for 55 feet. Mr. Serenko agreed and stated that is the maximum for the height on the Sam s Club wall. Mr. Bole inquired whether Kratsa would own the property and hotel; Mr. Calabria answered affirmatively. Mr. Bole questioned the type of entity Kratsa is and Mr. Calabria answered it is a corporation that owns a variety of properties. Mr. Bole questioned who the principle owners of Kratsa Property are and Mr. Calabria answered Nick and Bill Kratsa. Mr. Bole inquired how they plan on working with the residents and Mr. Calabria answered they would meet with them. He suggested the topography on the site is unfortunate. Mr. Bole alluded that the applicant might be able to place the landscaping on the residents property and Mr. Calabria answered that would need their consent. He added it is not their intent to cross anyone s property line to construct the project. Mr. Erb inquired how tall the trees would grow if they were 10 feet at the inception of the project and Mr. Basset answered 15 to 20 feet. Mr. Erb asserted that would cover half of the wall and inquired whether there were any types of trees that could be used to grow horizontally of 30 feet or more. Mr. Basset explained they would consult with their landscape architect to determine what type of planting would be the best to locate in the area to hide the wall. Mr. Erb mentioned how the roots of the trees could be a problem but suggested something be used that would grow higher. Mr. Kerr commented that 95 percent of the wall at Kohl s was removed and it is currently hold up a parking lot. Mr. Calabria answered affirmatively and added it also holds swale. Mr. Kerr inquired whether the Kratsa property would be holding the building and Mr. Erb answered caissons would be used that are drilled into the bedrock. Mr. Kerr asserted this proposed wall would be difficult to repair and maintain.

9 Regular Meeting 9 March 21, 2007 Mr. Bole stated the grids in the wall go back approximately 40 feet and inquired where the hotel will be located. Mr. Kerr asserted if the hotel were freestanding, the wall would not be affected. Mr. Bole questioned whether a new wall could be constructed without affecting the hotel if this one fails. Mr. Serenko explained a drawing reflecting the line for the foundation of the building and the tiebacks of the wall that will go back past the caissons and around the sides. Mr. Bole inquired whether a new wall could be rebuilt after the hotel if this one fails. Mr. Kerr questioned whether the wall would have any bearing on the structural integrity of the building. Mr. Serenko answered the building is totally independent of the wall because it is resting all its weight and bearing on the caissons. Mr. Bole again questioned whether a new wall could be built with the hotel standing if the proposed one fails. Mr. Serenko answered affirmatively because all the grids that were locked back would remain in place making a physical connection. Mr. Murray inquired about the damages to the grids during caisson construction since they would be extended beyond the building line and Mr. Serenko answered the grids can be moved. He explained the grids separate center to center and would be three feet apart so the moving can be done as necessary. Mr. Kerr questioned whether the caissons are constructed at the same time as the wall and Mr. Serenko asserted they could phase in the caissons so there would be no disruption. Mr. Adamson again came forward to inquire whether they have ever done anything similar to this project that was this close to the wall and Mr. Serenko answered affirmatively. There being no further discussion, Mr. Bole duly made a motion to approve Applications Nos C and 07-5-ST with the stipulation that the applicants work with the residents regarding the landscaping behind the wall and the color. Mr. Murray seconded it and upon a roll call vote, the motion carried with four affirmative votes and two negative votes. The voting was as follows: Messrs. Erb, and Kerr voted negatively; Messrs. Bole, Murray, Humenik and Kelmickis voted affirmatively Z SMITH REALTY HOLDING COMPANY/ INTERSTATE OUTDOOR ADVERTISING, LP The applicant is requesting a acre parcel of ground located on the northerly side of the interstate roadway corridor of the Penn-Lincoln Parkway/Interstate 376 approximately 200 feet south of the intersection of Old William Penn Highway and Laurel Drive to be designated as an Outdoor Advertising Sign (OAS) Special Use/Overlay Zoning District to allow the placement of one outdoor advertising structure containing two 14 by 48 feet and 672 square feet of advertising bulletin faces. It is zoned C-2, Business/Commercial Z

10 Regular Meeting 10 March 21, 2007 DUSQUESNE LIGHT COMPANY BY IT S AGENT REL MEIDA LLC/ INTERSTATE OUTDOOR ADVERTISING, LP The applicant is requesting a acre parcel of ground located on the northerly side of the interstate roadway corridor of the Penn-Lincoln Parkway/Interstate 376 approximately 100 feet east of its intersection of Thompson Run Road to be designated as an Outdoor Advertising Sign (OAS) Special Use/Overlay Zoning District to allow the placement of three outdoor advertising structures, each containing two 14 by 48 feet and 672 square feet of advertising bulletin faces. The property is zoned M-1, Planned Industrial Z UNION RAILROAD COMPANY BY IT S AGENT RIGHT ANGLE MEDIA, INC./ INTERSTATE OUTDOOR ADVERTISING, LP The applicant is requesting a 1.3 acre parcel of ground located on the southerly side of the interstate roadway corridor of the Penn-Lincoln Parkway/Interstate 376 approximately 60 feet east of its intersection of Thompson Run Road and the Penn Hills Boundary be designated as an Outdoor Advertising Sign (OAS) Special Use/Overlay Zoning District to allow the placement of one outdoor advertising structure containing two 14 by 48 feet, 672 square feet of advertising bulletin faces. The property is zoned M- 1, Planned Industrial. Ms. Kaltenbaugh reported the applicant requested tabling of all three applications until June and waived their time limits. There being no further discussion, Mr. Murray duly made a motion to approve the tabling and Mr. Kerr seconded it. Upon a voice vote, the motion carried unanimously. NEW BUSINESS 07-5-SUB LAVERGNE V. GARDNER The applicant is requesting final approval to combine three lots to create a new two-lot subdivision, Lot 17-A of 3,000 square feet and Lot 17-B of 2,531 square feet totaling 5,531 square feet. The property is located on the northerly side of Orange Street at its intersection with Plum Street. It is zoned R-2, One-Family Residential. Mr. Dennis Gardner came forward representing his father the applicant. He explained that he and his sister have pieces of property they want to sell back to their father. He stated the two lots both have a 25-foot piece that is needed to make the other lots of value to build a house.

11 Regular Meeting 11 March 21, 2007 Mr. Kerr inquired whether there are minimum lots requirements for construction in an R-2 zone and Ms. Kaltenbaugh answered the minimum lot size is 7,500 square feet. She indicated all of these lots are illegal and at the advice of the solicitor, this could be allowed because it would make them less non-conforming. Mr. Erb questioned whether there is any way to make them conform and Ms. Kaltenbaugh answered negatively. Further discussion ensued regarding the lot sizes and the minimum requirements. Mr. Kerr questioned whether this request is to make the lots buildable. Mr. Gardner answered it is to put the one parcel together on the corner and to discourage anyone from building there. He further explained each of the family members have two or three lots and they are of no value. Ms. Kaltenbaugh suggested the lots be added to the other ones and Mr. Gardner answered his father has is own reasons for requesting it. Mr. Kerr was concerned that these kinds of properties can be easily abandoned because they are of little or no value. He also suggested these lots be added to the other ones since there is no plan to build on them. Mr. Murray found the plan confusing and did not like how it was presented as Lots 17A and 17B. Mr. Gardner explained that they were making three lots into two. Mr. Murray inquired whether there is enough room to place a house on the new Lot 18 and Ms. Kaltenbaugh answered affirmatively as long as they meet the setback requirements. Mr. Kelmickis was uncertain about the concerns for the property. Mr. Erb explained the applicant wants to make two lots from three nonconforming properties. Mr. Gardener asserted they would be taking property off of Lot 16 to make one other lot buildable. Ms. Kaltenbaugh rebutted that the side of the house currently sits right on that property line and this request would allow for a side yard. Mr. Erb requested the applicant agree to waive the time limits and Mr. Gardner agreed. After further discussion, Mr. Kerr duly made a motion to table Application No SUB and Mr. Murray seconded it. Upon a voice vote, the motion carried unanimously SUB RESTORED PROPERTIES/MIKE RIPPER The applicant is requesting final subdivision approval for a two-lot subdivision creating Lot 1 of.2152 acres and Lot 2 of.2247 acres totaling.4399 acres. The property is located at 414 Center Road and also fronts on Raspberry Drive. The property is zoned R-2, One-Family Residential. Ms. Kaltenbaugh explained this was approved several years ago and the applicant had let the time requirements expire.

12 Regular Meeting 12 March 21, 2007 Mr. Mike Ripper, General Manager of Restored Properties, came forward to explain the request. He stated they are requesting to take the one existing long lot that stretches between Raspberry and Center Roads and separate it creating a second lot. He indicated they have made every effort to restore the single-family dwelling currently located on Lot No. 2 and should be ready to rent it soon. Mr. Murray inquired whether the driveway is encroaching on the neighboring property and Mr. Ripper answered that is an existing unchangeable situation. He explained that it is supported by several railroad ties and goes around the porch. Ms. Kaltenbaugh advised he should obtain an easement agreement from the adjoining neighbor before this subdivision plan is submitted to avoid any problems in the future. Mr. Kerr questioned whether there is sewer access available on the new lot and Mr. Ripper answered the utilities are located down the center of Raspberry Drive so it would have to be brought onto the property. Whereupon, Mr. Murray duly made a motion to approve Application No SUB with the stipulation that the driveway easement be resolved and Messrs. Humenik and Kerr seconded it. Upon a voice vote, the motion carried unanimously C FORZA GROUP The applicant is requesting conditional use approval to construct a hotel four stories in height containing 39 units and approximately 29,314 square feet in size. The property is located at 2731 Mosside Boulevard. It is zoned C-2, Business/Commercial ST FORZA GROUP The applicant is requesting site plan approval for site preparation and the construction of a hotel four stories in height containing 39 units and approximately 29,314 square feet in size. The total property size is.673 acres. The property is located at 2731 Mosside Boulevard and is zoned C-2, Business/Commercial. Mr. Doug Tate from Tate Engineering came forward along with Ms. Tara Howie from Brimmeier Associates representing the applicant. Ms. Howie explained this is a request for conditional use and site plan for the Comfort Suite Hotel owned by the Forza Group. She reported they received zoning hearing board approval for variances. She also stated this plan had been previously approved and the time frames were not met because of some unforeseen problems. She indicated the developer is now able to proceed and has full funding for the project. She asserted the style and design of the Comfort Suite is a boutique style motel and will be a compliment to the community. Mr. Tate explained this project made it though the entire process a couple of years ago and was never acted upon. He stated the only change to the plan has been the asphalt

13 Regular Meeting 13 March 21, 2007 fire lane at the side of the building which has concrete pavers with grass so it can be used as an infiltration bed to comply with the municipal ordinances. He indicated they would be able to enlarge the radius on Mosside Boulevard to accommodate the fire trucks and they would be getting the erosion and sedimentation approval from the county. He felt they would be able to resolve the issues with the easements. He explained their property is currently accessed from the rear or the AAA parking lot and their intent is to shut it off making the access from Mosside Boulevard once the grading is done. He reported the current abandon house has a driveway out the back into the AAA property. Ms. Kaltenbaugh inquired whether PennDOT made any restrictions concerning the access. Mr. Tate answered the traffic report did not reflect any significant improvements but PennDOT suggested they cut away the entryway to improve the site distance. Ms. Kaltenbaugh advised they would need a highway occupancy permit before they could start any construction on the site. Mr. Hugus reported they have made an effort to improve the entranceway into the facility from the prior plan. Mr. Rosensteel asserted the only item not addressed was the design of the retaining walls which should be done before construction. Mr. Tate answered they will have a design before they obtain a building permit. He explained the current retaining walls sit on top of a mound and they will be cutting out the middle which does not hold anything back. Mr. Erb inquired whether there would be enough visibility between the two entranceways on Mosside Boulevard when the mound is removed and the sign reduced. Ms. Kaltenbaugh asserted they would not get the highway occupancy permit unless they can do it. She explained one of the conditions of the Red Roof Inn approval was that the sign would have to be reduced when the hillside was removed. Mr. Murray questioned the slope of the driveway and Mr. Tate answered it is 2 percent. He explained the house is currently sitting 12 feet above the road and they would be lowing the site down to Mosside Boulevard so the grade change going into the site would be minimal. Mr. Erb inquired whether the soil issues were addressed and Ms. Kaltenbaugh answered they would have to find another place to put it with a proper grading permit. Ms. Barbara Caspers, Director of Branch Operations for AAA, came forward to express her concerns for the amount of traffic that goes in and out of their parking lot. She was concerned about the access onto Mosside Boulevard because of safety concerns for their patrons. She wanted to make sure they were partnered with the applicant concerning the easements in the back because of the businesses using them. She further explained they would be removing the center of the hill so the visibility on the road will not change. Mr. Tate indicated they could probably resolve the problem with people parking in their lot in the back by constructing a curb.

14 Regular Meeting 14 March 21, 2007 There being no further discussion, Mr. Bole duly made a motion to approve Application Nos C and 07-4-ST. Mr. Humenik seconded and upon a voice vote, the motion carried unanimously Z ERNEST HENDRICKSON The applicant is requesting a one-lot rezoning changing 32.2 acres of property zoned S, Conservancy to C-2, Business/Commercial. The property is located on the southerly side of Route 22 bound to the west by On-Line, Incorporated, Gretchen Karcher Raymond and Judy Klein, Elizabeth Ringer, Kathy Dunn, John and Susan Smith, Yessayi and Olive Mardirossian, George and Jennifer Maksim, Elmer and Susan Durst, John Doelfel, Alan and Joanne Milford, Margaret Hester and to the south by property belonging to the Municipality of Monroeville, Kevin and Rebecca Haberstroh, Lekar Development, William and Carolyn Zinchini. The applicant requested tabling and waived all time limits. There being no further discussion, Mr. Kelmickis duly made a motion to table Application No Z and Mr. Bole seconded it. Upon a voice vote, the motion carried unanimously. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the planning commission, at this time, Mr. Murray duly made motion to adjourn the meeting at 9:50 p.m. and Mr. Bole seconded it. Upon a voice vote, the motion carried unanimously. Respectfully submitted, JM/sam Jack Murray, Secretary

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