Planning Board

Notice of Meeting

Notice is hereby given that a meeting of the Salem Planning Board will be held on

Thursday, December 21, 2023, at 6:30 p.m. via remote participation in accordance with Chapter 2 of the Acts of 2023.

Bill Griset, Chair

Important Announcement:

Every effort will be made to ensure that the public can adequately access the proceedings in real time, via technological means. In the event that we are unable to do so on matters not requiring a public hearing, we will post on the City of Salem’s website an audio or video recording, transcript, or other comprehensive record of proceedings as soon as possible after the meeting.

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Watching the Public Meeting:

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• Dial toll-free phone number 877-853-5257. When prompted enter meeting ID #
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Providing Public Comment During the Meeting:

Members of the public attending this meeting virtually will be allowed to make comments during the portion of the hearing designated for each agenda item. Members of the public will be asked to use the virtual “Raise Hand” function in Zoom to indicate that they would like to provide comment.

• Dial *9 on your phone’s dial pad to raise your hand if you are using the toll-free phone number.
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Providing Public Comment Before the Meeting:

Members of the public can alternatively email their comment before the start of the meeting to: planningboardcomments@salem.com

Familiarizing Yourself with Zoom

We encourage members of the public to install and familiarize themselves with Zoom in advance of the meeting.

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Persons requiring auxiliary aids and services for effective communication such as sign language interpreter, an assistive listening device, or print material in digital format or a reasonable modification in programs, services, policies, or activities, may contact the City of Salem ADA Coordinator as soon as possible and no less than 2 business days before the meeting, program, or event.

The zoom meeting will open 15 minutes before the start of the meeting to allow participants to connect and practice with the audio and raise hand functions.

MEETING AGENDA

1. Regular Agenda

1. 301 Essex Street (Map 26, Lot 458)

***Request to Continue to January 18, 2024***

Description: A continuance for all persons interested in the application of Scott Grover, Esq., f/b/o Jerry’s, LLC, for the property located at 301 Essex Street, Salem, MA (Map 26, Lot 458) in the B5 (Central Development) Zoning District for Site Plan Review of the Salem Zoning Ordinance section 9.5 Site Plan Review. Specifically, the applicant proposes a 3.5-story addition to the existing building to create 18 residential units. The proposed site plan includes a driveway apron on Summer Street and 12 onsite parking spaces. The existing commercial space will remain on the first floor fronting Essex Street.

1. 67 Derby Street (Map 41, Lot 0339) 

Applicant: Joseph Correnti f/b/o Crowley Wind Services

Description: A continuance of a public hearing for all persons interested in the application of Joseph Correnti, Esq., f/b/o Crowley Wind Services, Inc., for the property located at 67 Derby Street, Salem, MA (Map 41, Lot 339) in the I Zoning District for Site Plan Review and Flood Hazard Overlay District Special Permit in accordance with the Salem Zoning Ordinance section 9.5 Site Plan Review and section 8.1 Flood Hazard Overlay District. Specifically, the applicant proposes to create an offshore wind (OSW) marshalling terminal where turbine components will be partially assembled and deployed to OSW farms. Freighters, barges and other marine vessels will be used to deliver the components to the marshalling terminal and to transfer the partially-assembled turbines to OSW project locations for full assembly and installation. To support these efforts, renovations and improvements are proposed for the upland, shoreline, and watershed areas of the project site. This project is Phase 2 of the existing Planned Unit Development of this site.

Review in accordance with the following sections of the Salem Zoning Ordinance: Section 9.5 Site Plan Review, 7.3 Planned Unit Development Special Permit, and Section 8.1 Flood Hazard Overlay District Special Permit and Section 37 of the Salem Code of Ordinances, Stormwater Management Permit. 

1. 266 Canal Street (Map 32, Lot 0038), 282 Canal Street (Map 32, Lot 0037), 286 Canal Street (Map 32, Lot 0036), 282 Rear Canal Street (Map 23, Lot 0144), and 2 Kimball Road (Map 32, Lot 0102)

Applicant: Joseph Correnti Esp. f/b/o The Residences on Canal Street, LLP Description: A public hearing for all persons interested in the application of Joseph Correnti f/b/o The Residences on Canal Street, LLP, for the property located at 266 Canal Street (Map 32, 0038), 282 Canal Street (Map 32, Lot 0037), 286 Canal Street (Map 32, Lot 0036), 282 Rear Canal Street (Map 23, Lot 0144), and 2 Kimball Road (Map 32, Lot 0102) in the RC, B2, and I Zoning Districts for Site Plan Review in accordance with the following sections of the Salem Zoning Ordinance: Section 9.5 Site Plan Review, 7.3 Planned Unit Development Special Permit, 8.2 Entrance Corridor Overlay District, and Section 8.1 Flood Hazard Overlay District Special Permit and Section 37 of the Salem Code of Ordinances, Stormwater Management Permit. Specifically, the applicant proposes to amend an existing Planned Unit Development Special Permit, Flood Hazard Overlay District Special Permit, Stormwater Management Permit, Entrance Corridor Overlay District, and Site Plan Review decision dated July 27, 2023. The applicant proposed to relocate the outdoor swimming pool, the creation of a new courtyard and open space, modifications to the connection to the rail trail, relocation of entrances to podium parking areas, changes in site grading and stormwater management, and modifications to the building facades (including materials and balconies). No reduction of dwelling units is proposed. An increase of one (1) parking space is proposed from 306 to 307 spaces.

1. Location: 266 Canal Street (Map 32, Lot 0038), 282 Canal Street (Map 32, Lot 0037), 286 Canal Street (Map 32, Lot 0036), 282 Rear Canal Street (Map 23, Lot 0144), and 2 Kimball Road (Map 32, Lot 0102)

Applicant: Joseph Correnti Esp. f/b/o The Residences on Canal Street, LLP

Description: Form B/Preliminary Subdivision Application

1. OLD/NEW BUSINESS
   1. Staff update on discussions with City Solicitor regarding signage and decision expiration.
2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES

DRAFT Joint Planning Board/City Council Meeting Minutes from 11.20.23

DRAFT Minutes from 12.4.23

DRAFT Minutes from 12.7.23

1. ADJOURNMENT