East Greenwich public meetings in 2021

Planning Board

The East Greenwich Planning Board will review proposed amendments to the Zoning Code's solar energy sections (260-119 through 260-123) and make a recommendation to the Town Council. The amendments aim to streamline the approval process for roof-top solar projects. The board will also elect a Chair and Vice Chair, approve the 2022 meeting calendar, and approve November meeting minutes. The meeting is in-person only, with masks required.

• Review and recommend amendments to Zoning Code Article XX, Sections 260-119 to 260-123, on Solar Energy Systems and Facilities
• Annual election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Approval of 2022 meeting calendar
• Approval of November 3, 2021 meeting minutes

The Planning Board voted unanimously to recommend proposed zoning ordinance amendments to the Town Council. The amendments aim to streamline the review process for rooftop solar projects by revising sections 260-119 through 260-123 of the Zoning Code. The board also approved the 2022 meeting calendar and the November 3rd meeting minutes. The annual election of officers was postponed to the January meeting.

• Recommended solar zoning amendments to Town Council (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 meeting calendar (unanimous)
• Approved November 3rd meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Postponed annual officer election to January meeting

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission denied a window replacement at 28 King Street for not meeting standards, approved rooftop solar panels at 70 Greene Street and a wood door replacement at 35 Liberty Street, and continued the new residence application at One James Street pending more accurate drawings. Two local historic tax credit applications were approved and the 2022 meeting schedule was adopted.

• Denied window replacement at 28 King Street (6-0)
• Approved 18 rooftop solar panels at 70 Greene Street (6-0)
• Approved wood door replacement at 35 Liberty Street (6-0)
• Continued new residence at One James Street for accurate drawings (5-0)
• Approved local historic tax credit for 441 Cedar Avenue
• Approved local historic tax credit for 43 Rector Street
• Approved 2022 HDC meeting schedule (5-0)

Historic Cemetery Advisory Commission

The East Greenwich Historic Cemetery Commission is meeting in person to establish a Cemetery Trust Fund, discuss completing cemetery sign installation updates, and consider town involvement in cemetery restoration, including identifying town-maintained cemeteries and enforcing homeowner agreements for care. The agenda also includes a report from the State Cemetery Advisory Representative and commissioner comments.

• Establishment of the Cemetery Trust Fund
• Discussion of completing the update of Cemetery Sign Installation
• Discussion of Town Involvement with Cemetery Restoration, including identifying town-maintained cemeteries and enforcing homeowner agreements
• State Cemetery Advisory Representative Report (Alan Clarke)

Zoning Board of Review

The East Greenwich Zoning Board of Review will hold an in-person meeting on November 23, 2021, to hear five requests for dimensional variances and other zoning relief. The board will also review its 2022 meeting schedule and approve minutes from five prior meetings. Public participation is in-person only; written comments must be submitted by 3:00 PM that day.

• 850 Main Street Partners, LLC: two monument signs where one is allowed, plus setback relief (continued from Oct. 26).
• Richard and Judith Zimmer, 25 Union St.: 8x8 storage shed variance.
• Pamela Unwin-Barkley, 93 Prospect St.: replace garage with 1,052 sq ft attached garage/in-law unit, 9-10.5 ft side setback relief.
• Gerald and Debra Zarrella, 22 Castle St.: variances to build two additional single-family dwellings on one lot.
• Thomas Gerald, LLC, 67 Queen St.: convert two-family to one-family and add detached duplex (3 units total).

The East Greenwich Zoning Board of Review approved three dimensional variance requests: two monument signs at 850 Main Street, an 8x8 storage shed at 25 Union Street, and a garage/in-law suite at 93 Prospect Street. The board also approved a variance to convert a two-family home and build a detached duplex at 67 Queen Street, with conditions. A request for 22 Castle Street was continued to the next meeting. The board also approved the 2022 meeting schedule and prior meeting minutes.

• Approved unanimously, with no conditions, a variance for two monument signs at 850 Main Street.
• Approved unanimously, with no conditions, a variance for an 8x8 storage shed at 25 Union Street.
• Approved unanimously, with no conditions, a variance for a garage and in-law suite at 93 Prospect Street.
• Approved unanimously, with conditions, a variance to convert a two-family home and construct a detached duplex at 67 Queen Street.
• Continued the variance request for 22 Castle Street to the January 25, 2022 meeting.
• Approved the 2022 Zoning Board of Review meeting schedule.
• Approved the minutes from the May 25, June 22, July 27, August 24, and October 26, 2021 meetings.

Historic District Commission

The commission will perform a site visit regarding a conceptual application for the complete demolition of existing structures. The proposal involves redeveloping the property for residential use.

• Site visit for 41 Division Street (Map 85 AP 1 Lot 21)
• Conceptual application for complete demolition of existing structures
• Proposed redevelopment for residential use

The East Greenwich Historic District Commission conducted a site visit at 41 Division Street (Map 85, Lot 21), owned by Old Forge Properties, LLC, to review a conceptual application proposing complete demolition of existing structures for future residential redevelopment. No decisions were made during the site visit; it was an informational step in the review process.

• Conducted a site visit at 41 Division Street for a conceptual demolition and redevelopment application.
• No approvals, denials, or other formal actions were taken during the site visit.

Affordable Housing Commission

The East Greenwich Affordable Housing Commission is meeting to approve October minutes, discuss its November 8th presentation to the Town Council, and consider housing and land use advocacy from other non-profits. The agenda is largely procedural and discussion-focused, with no votes on specific projects or funding.

• Minutes approval of October 15th meeting
• Discussion of presentation to Town Council on November 8th
• Discussion of housing and land use advocacy from other non-profits

Planning Board

The East Greenwich Planning Board will hold preliminary and combined reviews for two affordable housing developments. The first is a 63-unit, 100% affordable project for elderly and handicapped residents, and the second is an 8-unit development resulting from a legal settlement. The board may vote on these items.

• Preliminary review of 63-unit affordable housing at Frenchtown Road and Route 4 (Map 30, Plat 11, Lot 650) by Cove Homes, Inc.
• Applicant considering scaling back services and enlarging some units to two bedrooms.
• Combined preliminary and final review of 8-unit development at 62 South Pierce Road (Map 54, Plat 11, Lot 66) by Philip Ryan Homes, LTD.
• 8 three-bedroom dwellings on 5.4 acres, zoned R-30 Residential.
• No remote participation; in-person only with masks required.

Historic District Commission

The commission will hold hearings on various requests for window replacements, structural modifications, and demolitions. The meeting also includes a review of the East Greenwich Hazard Mitigation Plan update.

• Final decision on window replacement at 28 King Street
• Final decision on an 8’x8’ storage shed at 25 Union Street
• Conceptual discussion regarding demolition and residential development at 41 Division Street
• Final decision on exterior facade modifications and new signage for Engel & Volkers at 247 Main Street
• Review of the East Greenwich Hazard Mitigation Plan Municipal Interview Worksheet

The East Greenwich Historic District Commission approved six applications and continued one. Approved: an 8x8 storage shed at 25 Union Street (6-0); a larger rear window at 30 Reynolds Street (6-0); code-compliant egress windows at 70 Kenyon Avenue (6-0); exterior façade modifications, awnings, and signage at 247 Main Street (6-0); a rear deck expansion with wood materials at 126 Peirce Street (5-0); and a conceptual elevator addition at 11 Main Street. The application for window replacement at 28 King Street was continued to December 8, 2021 because the applicant was absent. The commission also approved minutes from March 25, 2021, and tabled other minutes.

• Approved 8x8 storage shed at 25 Union Street (6-0)
• Approved larger rear window at 30 Reynolds Street (6-0)
• Approved egress window replacement at 70 Kenyon Avenue (6-0)
• Approved façade, awning, and signage changes at 247 Main Street (6-0)
• Approved rear deck expansion with wood materials at 126 Peirce Street (5-0)
• Conceptually approved elevator addition at 11 Main Street
• Continued window replacement at 28 King Street to Dec. 8, 2021 (6-0)
• Approved March 25, 2021 minutes; tabled other minutes

Planning Board

The Planning Board scheduled a site visit to inspect the proposed Coggeshall Preserve major land development. The project involves the construction of 8 new residential units at 62 South Pierce Road.

• Site visit for 8 new residential units at 62 South Pierce Road
• Proposed major land development known as Coggeshall Preserve

The Planning Board held a site visit for the proposed Coggeshall Preserve major land development at 62 South Pierce Road, which calls for 8 new residential units. No public comment was taken and no decisions were made during the site visit.

• Held site visit for Coggeshall Preserve proposal (8 residential units at 62 South Pierce Road)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will conduct a preliminary review of a 63-unit affordable housing proposal at Frenchtown Road and Route 4. The Board will also discuss proposed amendments to the Zoning Code intended to streamline the review process for rooftop solar energy systems.

• Preliminary plan review of a 63-unit, 100% affordable Major Land Development project at Frenchtown Road and Route 4
• Discussion regarding proposed amendments to Article XX of the Zoning Code for Solar Energy Systems and Facilities
• Review and approval of the October 6, 2021 meeting minutes

The Planning Board continued the preliminary review of a 63-unit affordable housing project at Frenchtown Road and Route 4 to November 17, 2021, due to lack of quorum. The board discussed proposed zoning amendments to streamline rooftop solar approvals, with members expressing support. The board approved the minutes of the October 6, 2021 meeting unanimously.

• Continued 63-unit affordable housing project review to Nov 17, 2021 (no quorum)
• Discussed solar zoning amendments; no formal action taken
• Approved October 6, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Review

The East Greenwich Zoning Board of Review will hold an in-person meeting on October 26, 2021, to hear nine docketed applications. These include requests for dimensional variances, special use permits, and a solar energy system. Several items are continuations from previous meetings, and two applicants have requested to withdraw their applications.

• MMISAJK, Inc. requests withdrawal of application for outdoor dining expansion at 431 Main Street
• Pamela Unwin-Barkley seeks variance for a 24' x 26.6' addition at 30 Rector Street
• James Calbi requests special use permit for accessory family dwelling unit at 21 Moosehorn Road
• Sandra Lake requests withdrawal of fence height variance for Verizon at 57 Church Street
• South Road Solar, LLC proposes 5.44-MW solar installation on 33-acre site off South Road

Planning Board

The East Greenwich Planning Board will review several land development applications, including a solar energy project and an affordable housing complex. The meeting also includes a request for a project extension at 32 Exchange Street.

• One-year extension request for 32 Exchange Street Major Land Development
• Pre-application review of a 99.63 kW solar installation at 816 Middle Road
• Preliminary plan review for a 63-unit affordable housing project at Frenchtown Road and Route 4
• Combined review for an 8-unit development at 62 South Pierce Road

The East Greenwich Planning Board approved a one-year extension for the 32 Exchange Street project and recommended favorable consideration of a rooftop solar installation at 816 Middle Road to the Zoning Board, with a condition regarding drainage. The board continued the preliminary plan review for the Frenchtown Road/Route 4 affordable housing project to November 3, 2021, and the combined preliminary/final review for 62 South Pierce Road to November 17, 2021, to allow for further staff review and a site visit. The board also approved the August 18, 2021 meeting minutes.

• Approved one-year extension for 32 Exchange Street major land development (unanimous)
• Recommended favorable consideration of solar installation at 816 Middle Road to Zoning Board, with drainage condition (unanimous)
• Continued Frenchtown Road/Route 4 preliminary plan review to November 3, 2021
• Continued 62 South Pierce Road combined preliminary/final review to November 17, 2021
• Approved August 18, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Cove Management Advisory Commission

The East Greenwich Cove Management Commission is meeting to discuss general cove operations, including the harbormaster's end-of-season report and mooring allocations. They will also review updates on the waterfront study, the Harbor Management Plan, and potential ordinance amendments regarding parking. Additionally, they will address the continued encroachment of private property in the Rocky Hollow right-of-way and consider improvement ideas for that area.

• Harbormaster end-of-season report
• Mooring allocations and issues
• BETA Waterfront Site Walk meeting notes
• Potential ordinance amendments regarding parking (memo dated March 17, 2021)
• Rocky Hollow right-of-way encroachment and improvement plan

The East Greenwich Cove Management Commission approved the minutes from May 18 and June 15, 2021, and received the Harbormaster's 2021 End of Season Report. The commission discussed the Waterfront Study and Harbor Management Plan, making several recommendations to the Town Council, including placing public access signage on unmarked rights-of-way and surveying each ROW. No formal votes were taken on these recommendations, which remain in the study phase.

• Approved minutes of May 18, 2021, and June 15, 2021
• Received Harbormaster's 2021 End of Season Report
• Recommended Town Council place 'public access' signage on unmarked ROWs
• Recommended Town Council start surveying each ROW
• Recommended contacting marinas about 'dark sky' compatible lights

Affordable Housing Commission

The East Greenwich Affordable Housing Commission is meeting to discuss the affordable housing report presented to the Planning Board on October 6, 2021, and to discuss Accessory Dwelling Units. The commission will also review a letter of report for recommendation to the Town Council and approve minutes from April 30, 2021.

• Discussion of affordable housing report presented to Planning Board on October 6, 2021
• Discussion of Accessory Dwelling Units
• Review of Affordable Housing Commission letter of report for recommendation to Town Council
• Approval of minutes from April 30, 2021

The East Greenwich Affordable Housing Commission met on October 15, 2021, to discuss the affordable housing report presented to the Planning Board on October 6, 2021, and to discuss Accessory Dwelling Units. The commission also reviewed a letter of report for recommendation to the Town Council. No formal votes or decisions were recorded; the meeting was procedural and discussion-focused.

• Discussed affordable housing report from October 6, 2021 (no vote)
• Discussed Accessory Dwelling Units (no vote)
• Reviewed letter of report for Town Council recommendation (no vote)
• Approved minutes from April 30, 2021 (no tally recorded)

Historic District Commission

The East Greenwich Historic District Commission will hold hearings on eight applications for work within the historic district, including window replacements, siding changes, new construction, and an addition. Several items are continued from previous meetings, and one application is based on a zoning and building code violation. The commission will also review and approve minutes from six prior meetings.

• 113 Mawney Street: replacement of seven basement windows (continued, requested continuance to Nov. 10)
• 66 Duke Street and King/Exchange Streets: replace wood clapboard siding with vinyl siding (continued)
• 22 Castle Street: rehabilitation and new construction of two additional dwellings (conceptual, continued)
• 53 Castle Street: addition of mudroom and garage
• One James Street: new single-family residence

The Historic District Commission approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for a mudroom and garage addition at 53 Castle Street, and approved a demolition/ADU project at 50 Vine Street. Several other applications were continued, including a proposed new home at One James Street, which was continued after extensive public opposition. The commission also tabled minutes and saw one application withdrawn.

• Approved mudroom and garage addition at 53 Castle Street (6-0)
• Approved demolition of garage, additions, and new ADU at 50 Vine Street (6-0)
• Continued 113 Mawney Street window replacement to Nov. 10 (6-0)
• Continued Kings Court siding replacement to Nov. 10 (6-0)
• Continued 22 Castle Street conceptual review (6-0)
• Continued One James Street new home application (5-0)
• Continued 44 Brayton Street sunroom enclosure (6-0)
• Withdrawn: 135 Marlborough Street composite siding application

Planning Board

The East Greenwich Planning Board will discuss growth and development strategies, building on a joint Town Council meeting and a prior workshop. The board is asked to set priorities for further study and implementation. It will also review and comment on its draft annual report and the annual affordable housing report before transmitting them to the Town Council.

• Discussion of growth and development strategies and setting priorities
• Review of draft annual report for Town Council per Town Charter Section C-114(E)
• Review of annual affordable housing report per Zoning Code Section 260-101.2

The Planning Board discussed growth management strategies and agreed to focus on land conservation, impact fees, and zoning incentives as more achievable options. The Board authorized staff to make changes to the annual report and unanimously approved advancing the Affordable Housing Report to the Town Council.

• Prioritized open space preservation, impact fees, and zoning incentives for further study (unanimous)
• Authorized Planning Director to amend annual report language on inclusionary zoning (unanimous)
• Approved advancing Affordable Housing Report to Town Council (unanimous)

Historic Cemetery Advisory Commission

The East Greenwich Historic Cemetery Commission is meeting to discuss community outreach, ongoing projects, and potential amendments to town code. They will review a list of 95 designated cemeteries to identify responsible parties for maintenance, and receive updates on a perpetual care trust fund and a proposed merger with the Land Trust.

• Update on establishment of Perpetual Care Trust Fund per RIGL 23-18-8.1
• Update on amendments to Town Code Chapters 34 & 143 (Land Trust and Historic Cemetery Commission merger)
• Review list of 95 designated cemeteries to identify maintenance responsibilities
• Community outreach updates: EGHS Preservation Club cleanups and William Tuttle senior project
• State Cemetery Advisory Representative report (Alan Clarke)

Zoning Board of Review

The East Greenwich Zoning Board of Review meeting scheduled for September 28, 2021, was cancelled due to a lack of quorum. All docketed items will be continued to the October 26, 2021, meeting.

• Cancellation of all docketed applications due to lack of quorum
• Rescheduling of all items to the October 26, 2021, ZBR meeting

Planning Board

The East Greenwich Planning Board is holding a public workshop to discuss the Town's Municipal Wastewater Facilities Plan update. Tighe & Bond engineering consultants will present their work so far and invite comments from the Board and the public.

• Public workshop on Municipal Wastewater Facilities Plan
• Update on wastewater collection system and treatment plant
• Discussion of future alternatives for wastewater facilities
• Tighe & Bond engineering consultants presenting

Municipal Land Trust

The East Greenwich Municipal Land Trust is meeting to discuss updates on properties it stewards, including Boesch Farm and Tanner-Clark Preserve, as well as upcoming events and an outreach program related to farmland and open space preservation. The board will also review and approve the minutes from the August 10, 2021 meeting.

• Property updates for Boesch Farm and Tanner-Clark Preserve
• Discussion of Land Trust Days and other town events
• Outreach program discussion on farmland and open space preservation
• Review and approval of 8-10-21 meeting minutes

The East Greenwich Municipal Land Trust met on September 14, 2021, at 7:08 PM. The meeting was called to order and roll was taken, but no substantive decisions were made. The minutes record only procedural actions.

Historic District Commission

The East Greenwich Historic District Commission is holding an in-person meeting to review 17 applications for work in the historic district, including restorations, demolitions, new construction, and signage. Several items are continuations from previous meetings. The commission will also review meeting minutes and a local historic tax credit application.

• Review of restored/reconstructed Coggeshall Farmhouse into two dwelling units at 62 South Pierce Road (continued)
• Complete demolition of detached garage and replacement with attached garage at 93 Prospect Street (conceptual)
• New construction of a duplex and conversion of existing structure at 67 Queen Street (conceptual)
• Rehabilitation and new construction of two additional dwellings at 22 Castle Street (conceptual)
• Local Historic Tax Credit Application for Thomas & Lisa Purcell, 235 Kenyon Avenue

The East Greenwich Historic District Commission approved 14 of 17 applications, including the restoration of the historic Coggeshall Farmhouse into two dwelling units, several window replacements, new signage, and exterior renovations. Two applications were continued to the next meeting, and one conceptual proposal for new construction at 22 Castle Street was not approved due to design concerns.

• Approved restoration of Coggeshall Farmhouse into two units (6-0)
• Approved conceptual garage addition at 93 Prospect Street (6-0)
• Approved blanket window replacement at 42 Montrose Street (6-0)
• Approved window replacement and fenestration change at 60 Castle Street (6-0)
• Approved new signage for Keller Williams at 235 Main Street (6-0)
• Continued vinyl siding request at 66 Duke Street to October 13, 2021 (6-0)
• Approved window and door replacements at 25 Spring Street, minus back door (6-0)
• Approved exterior renovation at 29 Lion Street with conditions (5-0)

Zoning Board of Review

The Zoning Board of Review will hold hearings on several requests for dimensional variances, special use permits, and parking relief. Items include proposals for residential additions, multi-family conversions, and outdoor dining expansions.

• MMISAJK, Inc. seeks 100% parking relief to expand outdoor dining at 431 Main Street
• Robert Plain proposes a second residential dwelling at 50 Vine Street
• Thomas and Kelly Clayton seek to convert 11 Lion Street into a 4-unit dwelling
• James Calbi requests a Special Use Permit for an Accessory Family Dwelling Unit at 21 Moosehorn Road
• BLU Realty, LLC proposes a temporary sound mitigation enclosure at 20 Water Street

Planning Board

The Planning Board will discuss potential amendments to the approved plan for a 63-unit affordable housing development at Frenchtown Road and Route 4. The applicant, Cove Homes, Inc., is considering reducing service spaces and increasing some unit sizes to two bedrooms.

• Potential amendments to 63-unit affordable Major Land Development Comprehensive Permit
• Proposed changes to unit sizes and supportive services at Frenchtown Road and Route 4
• Review and approval of June 16, 2021 meeting minutes

The Planning Board discussed proposed amendments to the approved Master and Preliminary Plan for a 63-unit, 100% affordable housing project at Frenchtown Road and Route 4. The applicant, Cove Homes, Inc., is seeking to modify the plan to make it more competitive for state funding, including enlarging some units to two bedrooms and reducing the building footprint. No formal decision was made; the applicant will return for a preliminary approval hearing. The Board also unanimously approved the June 16, 2021 meeting minutes.

• Approved June 16, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Discussed amendments to 63-unit affordable housing plan; no vote taken
• Applicant to return for preliminary approval hearing after major plan changes

Historic District Commission

The scheduled meeting for August 11, 2021, was cancelled due to a lack of quorum. All docketed items have been continued to the September 8, 2021, meeting.

• Review of Coggeshall Farmhouse restoration/reconstruction at 62 South Pierce Road
• Demolition and garage replacement proposal for 93 Prospect Street
• Window replacement requests for 42 Montrose Street and 60 Castle Street
• New signage requests for 235 Main Street and 28 Water Street
• Siding replacement for Kings Court Condominium Association at 66 Duke, 43, 45, 47, 49 King and 5 Exchange Streets

The August 11, 2021 meeting of the East Greenwich Historic District Commission was cancelled due to lack of quorum. All docketed items were continued to the September 8, 2021 meeting. No decisions were made.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of quorum
• All docketed items continued to September 8, 2021 meeting

Municipal Land Trust

The Land Trust will discuss maintenance and usage for properties including Tanner‐Clark Preserve and Boesch Farm Trails. The meeting also includes an update on proposed amendments to Chapters 34 and 143 of the East Greenwich Town Code.

• Tanner‐Clark Preserve trail project update
• Boesch Farm Trails clean-up event and marker system discussion
• Update on amendments to East Greenwich Town Code Chapters 34 and 143
• Review of June 8, 2021, and July 13, 2021, meeting minutes

The East Greenwich Municipal Land Trust discussed updates on the Tanner-Clark Preserve trail project and Boesch Farm trails, and reviewed plans to apply for a RIDEM grant to acquire Lister Farm. The board also discussed merging with another board under the name East Greenwich Conservation Board, but no formal decision was made. The minutes from the June 8 and July 13 meetings were approved unanimously.

• Approved minutes from 6-8-21 and 7-13-21 meetings (unanimous)
• Discussed applying for RIDEM grant to acquire Lister Farm (no vote)
• Discussed naming merged board East Greenwich Conservation Board (no vote)

Cove Management Advisory Commission

The Cove Management Commission will conduct an in-person site visit of the East Greenwich Waterfront with the town's consultant, BETA Group, Inc. The walking tour starts at the Division Street ROW and ends at Scalloptown Park, covering about one mile. This is a working session to inspect CRMC rights-of-way and town-owned parcels along Greenwich Cove.

• Site visit with BETA Group, Inc. consultant
• Tour starts at Division Street ROW near 10 Water Street
• Tour ends at Scalloptown Park on Crompton Avenue
• Van transportation available from DPW Office at 111 Peirce Street

Zoning Board of Review

The East Greenwich Zoning Board of Review will hold an in-person meeting on July 27, 2021, to hear four applications for dimensional variances. The most notable is a request to expand outdoor dining at 431 Main Street, continued from a previous meeting. Other requests involve building a second dwelling, replacing a multi-family building, and converting an abandoned structure. The board will also review minutes from five prior meetings.

• Dimensional variance for 100% parking relief to expand outdoor dining at 431 Main Street (MMISAJK, Inc.)
• Variances to build a second residential dwelling at 50 Vine Street (Robert Plain)
• Variances to demolish and replace a 5-unit building at 104 Duke Street (Tom and Kelly Clayton)
• Variances to convert an abandoned structure into a 4-unit dwelling at 11 Lion Street (Tom and Kelly Clayton)
• Review of minutes from Jan 26, Feb 23, Mar 23, May 25, and Jun 22, 2021 meetings

Planning Board

The East Greenwich Planning Board meeting scheduled for July 21, 2021, has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.

• Meeting cancelled

Historic District Commission

The East Greenwich Historic District Commission is holding a virtual meeting with 12 docketed applications for work in the historic district, ranging from sign installations and window replacements to a complete demolition and new five-unit construction. The commission will also review and approve minutes from six prior meetings.

• 536 Main Street: new wall and projecting sign (final, continued)
• 62 South Pierce Road: restore/reconstruct Coggeshall Farmhouse into 2 units per court case
• 104 Duke Street: complete demolition and new 5-unit residential structure (second conceptual)
• 20 Water Street: temporary sound mitigation enclosure/bandstand per federal court mediation
• 59 Church Street: 8' cedar fence and 10' fencing around AC unit for Verizon (final)

The East Greenwich Historic District Commission denied a request to approve an already-installed vinyl sign at 536 Main Street, finding it incompatible with the historic district. The Commission voted 4-0 to deny the application but gave the applicant 90 days to find more appropriate signage. The Commission also approved several other projects, including window replacements, a barn addition, and a temporary sound mitigation bandstand.

• Denied the installed vinyl sign at 536 Main Street (Peoples Home Loans) for not meeting standards; gave 90 days to find appropriate signage.
• Continued the review of the proposed reconstruction of the Coggeshall Farmhouse at 62 South Pierce Road to August 11, 2021, for modifications.
• Approved replacing twelve double-hung windows at 15 Somerset Street with the condition that they include an interior grille.
• Approved replacing first-floor doors and windows, repairing a sign, and installing new awnings at 155 Main Street.
• Granted conceptual approval for a downsized addition plan at 170 Crompton Avenue, pending a dimensional variance.
• Approved a 12'x22' addition to the existing barn/garage at 52 Mawney Street.
• Approved a master suite addition, attached garage, and window replacements at 27 Rector Street.
• Approved an 8-foot cedar fence and a 10-foot sound attenuation enclosure at 59 Church Street (Verizon).

Municipal Land Trust

The East Greenwich Municipal Land Trust held a virtual meeting to discuss property maintenance and trail conditions. The agenda included an update on the Tanner-Clark Preserve trail project, noting that the RI DEM Recreation grant application was not awarded. The body also reviewed the status of amendments to Chapters 34 and 143 of the East Greenwich Town Code regarding Land Trust structure and authority.

• Tanner-Clark Preserve trail project update: RI DEM Recreation grant application not awarded
• Status update on amendments to Chapters 34 and 143 of the East Greenwich Town Code
• Discussion of special request to collect native plant seed on EG Land Trust land
• Announcement regarding RI Walks “Trail Critter” Challenge

The East Greenwich Municipal Land Trust unanimously approved recommending Elizabeth Hunt's native plant seed collection project to the Town, and also unanimously approved recommending the Town use Impact Fee reserves to begin Phase 1 of the Tanner-Clark Preserve trail project after a state grant was not awarded. The Trust discussed but took no action on the proposed merger with the Cemetery Committee.

• Approved recommending native seed collection project to Town (unanimous)
• Approved recommending Phase 1 trail project at Tanner-Clark Preserve using Town funds (unanimous)
• No action on Land Trust/Cemetery Committee merger update

Zoning Board of Review

The East Greenwich Zoning Board of Review will hold a virtual meeting to hear seven applications. Six applicants seek dimensional variances for residential or commercial property modifications, while one seeks a special use permit to expand a daycare center. One application for a multi-family conversion at 11 Lion Street was withdrawn on June 6, 2021, with a resubmittal anticipated for July. The board will also review and approve minutes from previous meetings in 2021.

• Special Use Permit for a 4,760 sq ft addition to a daycare center at 88 Crompton Road, increasing capacity to 100 children
• Dimensional Variance for 431 Main Street to convert 21 interior seats to 42 outdoor dining seats with 100% parking relief
• Dimensional Variance for 202 First Avenue to construct a two-car garage with a deck in the front setback
• Dimensional Variance for 84 Overfield Road to construct a 30’x20’ one-story addition behind the existing garage
• Dimensional Variance for 1045 South Road to construct a 24’x30’ detached garage forward of the primary house

Planning Board

The East Greenwich Planning Board is meeting virtually to conduct a Master Plan Review of a Comprehensive Permit application for Franklin Terrace, a proposed 12-unit attached housing development at 25 Franklin Road. The project includes three affordable units and requires a zoning review under the Commercial Highway district.

• Master Plan Review of Comprehensive Permit Major Land Development for Franklin Terrace at 25 Franklin Road (Map 45, Plat 11, Lots 10 and 22)
• Proposal: 12 new attached 2-bedroom dwelling units, 3 meeting state affordable definition
• Property zoned CH (Commercial Highway), 77,972 sq ft, with lot reconfiguration planned
• Applicant: John D Holmander for Pilot Properties, LLC
• Virtual meeting via Zoom with public comment available

The East Greenwich Planning Board unanimously approved the Master Plan for Franklin Terrace, a 12-unit residential development at 25 Franklin Road, with three units deed-restricted as affordable. The approval follows a public hearing where abutters raised concerns about flooding, traffic, and density, but the board found the project consistent with the Comprehensive Plan and zoning, aside from minor setback relief.

• Approved Master Plan for Franklin Terrace (unanimous)
• Approved 12 attached 2-bedroom units, 3 affordable (unanimous)
• Granted minimal side yard setback relief for parking and lot shape (unanimous)

Cove Management Advisory Commission

The East Greenwich Cove Management Commission will meet virtually to discuss routine operations, including the harbormaster's report and mooring allocations, as well as updates on the waterfront study and harbor management plan. They will also discuss the EG Marina, coordinate a waterfront boat tour, and review potential ordinance amendments regarding parking. Additionally, they will address continued encroachment of private property in the Rocky Hollow right-of-way and consider improvement plans for that area.

• Discussion of EG Marina
• Update to memo dated March 17, 2021 on potential ordinance amendments regarding parking
• Continued encroachment of private property in CRMC Rocky Hollow right-of-way
• Initiate improvement plan for Rocky Hollow right-of-way (dinghy rack, benches, parking)
• Waterfront study update and harbor management plan

The East Greenwich Cove Management Advisory Commission deferred approval of the prior meeting's minutes after a member noted discrepancies between the submitted minutes and his notes. The commission also received updates on harbor safety, a waterfront study, and harbor management plans, and discussed boater education and marina expansion.

• Deferred approval of prior meeting minutes until next meeting for further review
• Received Harbormaster report on Cove boating activity, including 4 accidents and 2 sunken boats
• Discussed possible boater education initiatives to address Rules of the Road violations
• Heard update on selection of Beta Group for a conceptual waterfront study
• Discussed public outreach role for the commission in the waterfront study
• Noted ongoing work on updated harbor management plan maps
• Discussed marina expansion plans within original footprint, with CRMC monitoring
• Expressed interest in guided boat tours with the Harbormaster

Historic Cemetery Advisory Commission

The East Greenwich Historic Cemetery Commission is meeting virtually to approve minutes, hear updates on cemetery cleanups and tree care at Cemetery No. 59, and discuss ongoing items including a perpetual care trust fund and proposed amendments to town code chapters on a potential merger with the Land Trust. The agenda is mostly updates and reports, with no major decisions listed.

• Minutes for approval from May 18, 2021
• Update on tree removal and care at Cemetery No. 59 (Samuel Gardner Lot), 25 Rabbit Run
• Establishment of Perpetual Care Trust Fund per RIGL 23-18-8.1
• Transfer of funds to an East Greenwich account
• Status of amendments to Chapters 34 & 143 of town code (Land Trust and Historic Cemetery Commission merger)

Historic District Commission

The East Greenwich Historic District Commission approved a new wall sign for the Union & Main restaurant at 455 Main Street, with a 5-0 vote. The Commission also approved an expansion of a solar panel array at 47 Peirce Street and approved demolition of the structure at 104 Duke Street, conditional on zoning and final HDC approval. Several other applications were withdrawn, continued, or heard at a conceptual level only.

• Approved new wall signage for Union & Main restaurant at 455 Main Street (5-0)
• Approved expansion of photovoltaic panel array at 47 Peirce Street (5-0)
• Approved demolition of structure at 104 Duke Street, conditional on zoning and final HDC approval (5-0)
• Accepted withdrawal of window replacement application at 28 King Street (5-0)
• Continued signage application for 536 Main Street to July 14, 2021 hearing (5-0)
• Approved January 13, 2021 meeting minutes (4-0)

Municipal Land Trust

The East Greenwich Municipal Land Trust is meeting virtually to discuss new and old business. They will consider a special request to collect native plant seeds on Land Trust property, and receive updates on properties including the Tanner-Clark Preserve trail project and general trail conditions. The meeting is open to the public via Zoom.

• Consideration of special request to collect native plant seed on EG Land Trust land
• Tanner-Clark Preserve trail project update (RI DEM Recreation grants not yet awarded)
• Discussion of trail conditions and formal Trail Adoption Program
• Update on amendments to Chapters 34 and 143 of East Greenwich Town Code

The East Greenwich Municipal Land Trust discussed a request from Elizabeth Hunt to collect native plant seeds on town land for a for-profit business. Members liked the idea but had concerns about mission alignment and setting a precedent. They agreed by consensus to have staff arrange a formal presentation by Ms. Hunt at a future meeting before making a recommendation. No formal decision was made on the request.

• Agreed to have staff arrange a formal presentation by Elizabeth Hunt on her seed collection proposal (consensus)
• Discussed trail maintenance and clean-up efforts, including a Boy Scouts clean-up at Bleachery Pond
• Discussed potential use of Youth Conservation Corps volunteers for trail work at Boesch
• Discussed proposed merger of Land Trust with Historic Cemetery Committee and name change; staff encouraged to propose a succinct name

Planning Board

The East Greenwich Planning Board is holding a public workshop to gather input on the update of the 2015 Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan. The plan helps the town qualify for FEMA and other federal funding for projects that reduce risks from natural hazards like flooding, winter storms, and hurricanes. The board will also review and approve minutes from previous meetings.

• Public workshop on updating the 2015 Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan
• Discussion of priorities for future hazard mitigation actions
• Review and approval of minutes from May 5 and May 19, 2021 meetings

Zoning Board of Review

The East Greenwich Zoning Board of Review will hold a virtual meeting on May 25, 2021, to hear six applications for dimensional variances, primarily for side yard setbacks, to construct additions and garages. The board will also review minutes from its April 27, 2021 meeting. All hearings are for residential properties.

• 90 Sycamore Drive: in-law addition, 19.6 ft side setback relief
• 27 Rector Street: 22'x24' garage, 7.6 ft side setback relief
• 52 Mawney Street: two 12'x22' additions to accessory structure, converting to 4-vehicle garage
• 75 Bailey Boulevard: 36'x24'-4" attached garage, 10 ft side setback relief
• 55 Cardinal Lane: third garage bay, 10.32 ft side setback relief

The East Greenwich Zoning Board of Review approved five dimensional variance requests for residential additions and garages, all by 5-0 votes. One application for a garage at 202 First Avenue was continued to June 22, 2021, at the applicant's request. The board also approved the minutes from its April 27, 2021 meeting.

• Continued garage variance at 202 First Avenue to June 22, 2021 (5-0)
• Approved in-law addition variance at 90 Sycamore Drive (5-0)
• Approved garage and master suite variance at 27 Rector Street (5-0)
• Approved garage expansion variance at 52 Mawney Street (5-0)
• Approved garage variance at 75 Bailey Boulevard with arborvitae buffer condition (5-0)
• Approved third garage bay variance at 55 Cardinal Lane (5-0)
• Approved April 27, 2021 meeting minutes (5-0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board is conducting a Master Plan Review for a major land development by South Road Solar, LLC. The proposal involves installing a ground-mounted solar energy project on 32.96 acres of farmland.

• Master Plan Review of a 5.44 megawatt DC solar energy project
• Proposed installation at Assessor’s Map 4, Plat 18, Lot 20

The Planning Board unanimously approved the master plan for a 5.44 megawatt DC ground-mounted solar array on a 32.96-acre parcel at Assessor's Map 4, Plat 18, Lot 20, zoned F-1 Farm. The project, proposed by South Road Solar, LLC, will require a Special Use Permit from the Zoning Board of Review before returning for preliminary plan approval. The board also unanimously approved adding a discussion item on hybrid versus in-person meetings to the agenda.

• Approved master plan for 5.44 MW solar project (unanimous)
• Added agenda item to discuss hybrid vs. in-person meetings (unanimous)

Historic Cemetery Advisory Commission

The East Greenwich Historic Cemetery Commission will hold a virtual meeting to approve prior minutes, hear updates on community outreach and cemetery maintenance, and discuss the establishment of a perpetual care trust fund. The commission will also consider appointing a new chair and plans for the Memorial Day Parade.

• Approval of minutes from Nov 17, 2020, Jan 19, 2021, and Mar 2, 2021
• Update on tree removal and care at Cemetery No. 59 (Samuel Gardner Lot), 25 Rabbit Run
• Discussion on establishing a Perpetual Care Trust Fund per RIGL 23-18-8.1
• Community outreach updates: EGHS senior project, Preservation Club cleanups, Pathways students cleanup, Cemetery No. 3 (Spencer Lot)
• Future plans: appointment of new Commission Chair and Memorial Day Parade

Cove Management Advisory Commission

The East Greenwich Cove Management Commission is meeting virtually to discuss general cove management operations, including the harbormaster's report and preparations for the 2021 boating season, as well as mooring allocations. They will also receive updates on the waterfront study, harbor management plan, and potential ordinance amendments regarding parking. Additionally, the commission will address the continued encroachment of private property in the Rocky Hollow right-of-way and consider improvement plans for that area.

• Harbormaster report and preparations for 2021 boating season
• Mooring allocation as of May 1, 2021
• Update to memo dated March 17, 2021 on potential parking ordinance amendments
• Rocky Hollow right-of-way: continued encroachment and improvement plan (dinghy rack, benches, parking)
• Approval of minutes from March 16, 2021

The Cove Management Advisory Commission approved a motion recommending the Town Council establish parking restrictions for right-of-ways and initiate a survey of all right-of-ways to mark boundaries. The motion passed unanimously 7-0. Other items discussed included harbor maintenance, the Harbor Management Plan update, and the waterfront study contractor selection, but no other formal decisions were made.

• Approved motion to recommend ROW parking ordinance and survey (7-0)

Historic District Commission

The East Greenwich Historic District Commission will hold hearings on seven applications for work within the historic district, including a complete demolition, a new single-family residence, and several renovations. The commission will also review and approve meeting minutes and discuss draft state historic preservation plans. All items are for decision or discussion at this meeting.

• Complete demolition of structure at 11 Lion Street (first hearing, revote on historical significance)
• New single-family residence at One James Street (conceptual review #2)
• Complete renovation of 11 Main Street including new windows, doors, rooftop terrace, signage
• Replace freestanding signage at 16 Main Street (final)
• Blanket window replacement at 28 King Street (final, continued)

The East Greenwich Historic District Commission approved a complete renovation of 11 Main Street (Smartapp.com) including new windows, doors, and a rooftop terrace, but deferred all signage decisions. The Commission also approved several other applications, including new signage at 16 Main Street and modifications at 56 Somerset Street, while continuing the window replacement case at 28 King Street for further evidence. The demolition application for 11 Lion Street was withdrawn with prejudice after the property was sold.

• Approved 11 Main St renovation (windows, doors, rooftop terrace) with window specs refereed (4-0)
• Deferred all signage for 11 Main St; 'Welcome to East Greenwich' sign to be discussed further
• Approved new freestanding signage at 16 Main St (4-0)
• Continued 28 King St window replacement to June 9, 2021 for site visit and more evidence (5-0)
• Approved 56 Somerset St modifications (railings, bluestone steps, bulkhead) with railing details refereed (4-0)
• Approved removal and 'ghosting' of two windows at 12 Pearl St (5-0)
• Granted withdrawal with prejudice of 11 Lion St demolition application (4-0)
• Approved minutes from six prior meetings (4-0)

Municipal Land Trust

The East Greenwich Municipal Land Trust is meeting virtually to discuss new business including a potential Conservation Corps service project for trail cleanups and developing outreach materials for landowners. Old business includes updates on properties like the Tanner-Clark Preserve trail project, a possible formal Trail Adoption Program, and the status of amendments to Chapter 143 of the Town Code. The Trust will also review and approve minutes from the April 13 meeting.

• Potential RI Land Trust Council Conservation Corps trail cleanup event
• Development of promotional and informational resources for landowners on conservation
• Tanner-Clark Preserve trail project update (RI DEM Recreation grants not yet awarded)
• Discussion of a formal Trail Adoption Program for town trails
• Update on amendments to Chapter 143 of the East Greenwich Town Code

The East Greenwich Municipal Land Trust met and discussed potential participation in a RI Land Trust Council Conservation Corps cleanup project and developing outreach materials for landowners. No formal decisions or votes were recorded; the meeting was primarily informational and procedural.

• Discussed Conservation Corps cleanup opportunity (no action taken)
• Discussed developing outreach resources for landowners (no action taken)

Planning Board

The East Greenwich Planning Board will hold a virtual meeting to consider a consent agenda item for a second one-year extension of the New England Institute of Technology campus master plan update, and to review pre-applications for two comprehensive permit projects: a single-unit addition at 50 Vine Street and a 12-unit affordable housing development at 25 Franklin Road. The board will also approve minutes from previous meetings.

• Second one-year extension for NEIT campus master plan update at 1 New England Tech Boulevard
• Pre-application for comprehensive permit at 50 Vine Street: one additional dwelling unit, zoning relief for setbacks, undersized lot
• Pre-application for 12 attached 2-bedroom units at 25 Franklin Road, 3 affordable, on 77,972 sq ft
• Approval of minutes from 3/17/21 and 4/7/21 meetings

The Planning Board unanimously approved a second one-year extension for the New England Institute of Technology's required five-year master plan update, with Vice Chair Lupovitz recusing himself. The board also reviewed pre-applications for two comprehensive permit projects: a two-unit development at 50 Vine Street and a 12-unit affordable housing project at 25 Franklin Road, but took no formal action on either. Minutes from the March 17 and April 7 meetings were approved unanimously, with one abstention.

• Approved one-year extension for NEIT master plan update (unanimous, Lupovitz recused)
• Approved minutes of 3/17/21 and 4/7/21 meetings (unanimous, deGroot abstained)
• Reviewed pre-application for 50 Vine Street two-unit project; no action taken
• Reviewed pre-application for 25 Franklin Road 12-unit affordable housing project; no action taken

Affordable Housing Commission

The East Greenwich Affordable Housing Commission is meeting virtually to receive updates on the Planning Board's growth management discussions and the status of affordable housing in town. The commission will also approve minutes from its January 15, 2021 meeting. No votes on specific projects or policies are listed on the agenda.

• Report on Planning Board's meeting regarding growth management
• Update on future Planning Board meetings on growth management
• Update on affordable housing in East Greenwich
• Approval of minutes from January 15, 2021

The commission discussed the Planning Board's efforts on growth management, noting the need for infrastructure studies and considering tools like urban growth boundaries and land conservation. They also received an update on pending residential developments with affordable housing components. The minutes from January 15, 2021, were approved unanimously.

• Approved minutes from January 15, 2021 (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Review

The East Greenwich Zoning Board of Review will hold hearings on two variance requests: one to keep a shed within a side setback at 5 Cole Circle, and another to convert a former restaurant at 11 Main Street into office space for Smartapp.com's headquarters, requiring relief from parking, landscaping, and sign rules. The board will also review minutes from its January, February, and March meetings.

• Dimensional variance to retain a 14'x20' shed in the west side setback at 5 Cole Circle
• Variances for converting 11 Main Street restaurant to office space for Smartapp.com headquarters
• Relief sought from parking, aisle width, landscaping, setback, and monument sign regulations
• Review of minutes from January 26, February 23, and March 23 meetings

The East Greenwich Zoning Board of Review approved two dimensional variance requests. The first allowed Jason D. and Shawna H. Iannuccilli to retain an installed 14'x20' shed at 5 Cole Circle that encroaches on the required side yard setback. The second approved 11 Main Street LLC's request to convert a former restaurant at 11 Main Street into office space for Smartapp.com's world headquarters, which required multiple variances related to lot coverage, parking, landscaping, setbacks, and signage. Both approvals were unanimous with no conditions attached.

• Approved dimensional variance for shed at 5 Cole Circle (unanimous)
• Approved multiple dimensional variances for 11 Main Street office conversion (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from January 26, February 23, and March 23, 2021 meetings (5-0)

Historic District Commission

The East Greenwich Historic District Commission will hold a virtual meeting on April 14, 2021, to review 13 applications for work on historic properties, including window replacements, renovations, and a proposed demolition. The commission will also consider a RIDOT project notification and approve minutes from previous meetings.

• Final hearing: window replacement at 112 Mawney Street (Culpo)
• Final hearing: blanket window replacement at 28 King Street (Zenga)
• Final hearing: window replacement, door restoration, siding replacement at 20 Bicknell Avenue (Carpenter)
• First hearing revote: complete demolition of structure at 11 Lion Street (East Greenwich Cove Builders)
• Second hearing: complete demolition of structure at 11 Lion Street (East Greenwich Cove Builders)

The East Greenwich Historic District Commission approved several applications for window replacements, restorations, and signage, all with unanimous or near-unanimous votes. A request to replace wood siding with composite siding was withdrawn by the applicant after commission members indicated it did not meet standards. Two demolition hearings for 11 Lion Street were continued to the May meeting.

• Approved window replacement at 112 Mawney Street (6-0)
• Approved window replacement, front door restoration, and siding replacement at 20 Bicknell Avenue (6-0)
• Approved window replacement at 100 Peirce Street; window size reduction withdrawn (5-0)
• Approved installation of four new windows at 16 Main Street (4-0, McGeorge recused)
• Approved re-installation of porch railings and widening front steps at 57 Brayton Street (5-0)
• Approved restoration of accessory shed at 146 Marlborough Street (5-0)
• Accepted withdrawal of composite siding application at 18 Long Street (5-0)
• Approved new projecting sign at 176 Main Street (5-0)

Municipal Land Trust

The East Greenwich Municipal Land Trust is meeting virtually to discuss property updates, including the renegotiation of the lease with Pat's Pastured at Boesch Farm, and to review proposed amendments to Chapter 143 of the Town Code for a recommendation to the Town Council. The meeting also includes an executive session for real property discussions and approval of prior minutes.

• Discussion of Earth Day 2021 event, possibly a property clean-up
• Lease with Pat's Pastured at Boesch Farm due for renegotiation in 2021
• RI DEM Recreation grants not yet awarded
• Review of proposed amendments to Chapter 143 of East Greenwich Town Code
• Executive session for real property acquisition or lease discussions

The East Greenwich Municipal Land Trust discussed renegotiating the Boesch Farm lease with Pat's Pastured, reviewed a proposed trail plan for the Clark property pending a DEM grant, and considered amendments to Chapter 143 of the Town Code. The Trust approved the minutes from the 12/8/20 meeting and held an executive session on property acquisition. No formal votes were taken on the substantive items.

• Approved minutes from 12/8/20 meeting (unanimous)
• Discussed Boesch Farm lease renegotiation with Pat's Pastured
• Reviewed Clark property trail plan pending DEM grant
• Discussed proposed amendments to Chapter 143 of Town Code
• Held executive session on property acquisition (closed)

Planning Board

The East Greenwich Planning Board will hold a virtual meeting to review two major development applications. They will consider final approval for Phase 1 of the Highland Woods subdivision, which includes 10 new homes, and a major revision to expand a solar project at 10 Briggs Drive. The board will also handle administrative approvals and approve meeting minutes.

• Final Plan Review: Highland Woods Major Subdivision Phase 1 – 10 lots, 4-bedroom homes, Princess Pine Drive/Tipping Rock Drive
• Major revision to solar project at 10 Briggs Drive (former Bostitch site) – ground-mounted panels
• Administrative approval: corrected lot line plan for Kentish Guards Armory and 100 Peirce Street
• Minutes of 3/3/21 and 3/17/21 meetings

The Planning Board unanimously approved a major revision to the solar project at 10 Briggs Drive, adding ground-mounted panels. The Board also unanimously approved the Final Plan for Phase 1 of the Highland Woods subdivision, a 10-lot development, with revised conditions requiring deed restrictions for two affordable units before construction and full Board review of Phase 2.

• Approved the consent agenda, including the corrected lot line plan for the Kentish Guards Armory (Plan #990).
• Approved the major revision to the solar project at 10 Briggs Drive, adding a ground-mounted solar array.
• Approved the Final Plan for Highland Woods Phase 1, a 10-lot subdivision.
• Revised conditions for Highland Woods: two affordable units must have deed restrictions recorded before any permits for market-rate units.
• Revised conditions for Highland Woods: Phase 2 final review will come before the full Planning Board.
• Approved the minutes from the 3/3/21 and 3/17/21 meetings.

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will hold hearings on several applications involving exterior modifications, new construction, and potential demolitions. The meeting also includes the election of a Chair and Vice-Chair.

• Demolition and replacement of garage with 2-bay attached garage at 93 Prospect Street
• Proposed demolition of structure at 11 Lion Street
• New single-family residence construction at One James Street
• Exterior renovation and addition at 24 Bicknell Avenue
• Election of HDC Chair and Vice-Chair

The Historic District Commission approved a modification to the final approved plan for 319 Main Street, allowing the installed 4/4 simulated divided lite windows to remain, with the condition that the four street-level windows on Main Street be replaced with true-divided light windows with spacer bars and fixed grilles. The commission also approved a roof pitch change for a detached garage at 30 West Street, approved a front door replacement at 5 Pearl Street with a more traditional style, and approved an exterior renovation and addition at 24 Bicknell Avenue. A continuance was granted for the demolition application at 11 Lion Street, and a conceptual review for a new home at One James Street was discussed with no decision made.

• Approved modification to final plan at 319 Main Street to retain 4/4 simulated divided lite windows, with condition to replace Main Street pedestrian-level sashes with true-divided light windows (6-0).
• Approved modification to final plan at 30 West Street to change detached garage roof pitch, increasing height to 17'-11 3/4" (5-0).
• Approved front door replacement at 5 Pearl Street, but not with the submitted craftsman style door; commissioners will referee a more traditional style (6-0).
• Approved exterior renovation and addition at 24 Bicknell Avenue, including roof height increase, two front dormers, side entry rebuild, and rear side/sun porch rebuild (5-0).
• Continued the demolition application for 11 Lion Street to the following month (5-0).
• Withdrew the application for 93 Prospect Street at the applicant's request (5-0).
• Elected Matthew McGeorge as Chair and Gregory Maxwell as Vice-Chair (5-0).
• Tabled approval of previous meeting minutes to the following month.

Zoning Board of Review

The East Greenwich Zoning Board of Review will hold a virtual meeting on March 23, 2021, to hear four applications for dimensional variances. These include requests for setback relief for a garage replacement, a reconsideration of a prior variance, and two restaurant-related parking variances. The board will also review minutes from previous meetings.

• Dimensional variance for new 1,432 sq ft garage at 93 Prospect Street (8.1-10 ft side setback relief)
• Reconsideration of October 2020 variance for 47 Melrose Street to add entry door and stairs extending 3 ft into east side setback
• Parking variance for restaurant at 5707 Post Road (98 indoor and 32 outdoor seats)
• Parking variance for expansion at 58 Main Street (10 indoor and 20 outdoor seats, 100% relief requested)
• Review of minutes from October 27, 2020, November 24, 2020, January 26, 2021, and February 23, 2021 meetings

The East Greenwich Zoning Board of Review approved three variance requests. A request for 47 Melrose Street was approved with a condition that an interior connecting door remain. A parking variance for a restaurant at 5707 Post Road was approved with conditions for fencing and dumpster enclosure. A parking variance for Graze on Main at 58 Main Street was approved with a time-limited condition. One application for 93 Prospect Street was withdrawn.

• Approved a dimensional variance for 47 Melrose Street to convert a window to an entry door with stairs, conditioned on the interior connecting door to the in-law unit remaining.
• Approved a parking variance for 5707 Post Road (Providence Oyster Bar II) for 19 parking spaces, conditioned on fencing along Eugene Street and proper dumpster enclosure.
• Approved a 100% parking variance for Graze on Main at 58 Main Street, limited to 11 AM to 7 PM; further relief requires returning to the Board.
• Withdrawn: Application for 93 Prospect Street was withdrawn by the applicant.
• Approved minutes from October 27, 2020 and November 24, 2020 meetings.
• Tabled minutes from January 26, 2021 meeting to the following month.

Planning Board

The East Greenwich Planning Board met via Zoom on March 17, 2021, and held a discussion on current trends and concerns related to growth and development, particularly the cumulative impacts of residential development. The board is charged with making formal recommendations to the Town Council, but no formal decisions or votes were recorded in the minutes.

• No formal decisions or votes recorded

Cove Management Advisory Commission

The East Greenwich Cove Management Commission voted 6-0 to recommend that the Town Council establish an ordinance limiting parking and storage of private property on public rights of way to four hours. The commission also approved the minutes from the November 17, 2020 meeting. No other formal decisions were made; the rest of the meeting consisted of reports and discussions.

• Approved the minutes of the November 17, 2020 meeting.
• Approved a motion to recommend to the Town Council that a right-of-way parking ordinance be established, limiting parking and storage of private property to four hours (vote 6-0).

Planning Board

The East Greenwich Planning Board will hold a continued public hearing on a revised final plan for The Imperial on Greenwich, a 38-unit residential development with ten affordable units, after the applicant acquired adjacent property. The board will also consider an extension of the original approval to preserve vested rights, review a proposed zoning amendment on smoking bars, and discuss scheduling.

• Continued public hearing on revised final plan for The Imperial on Greenwich, 38 units with 10 affordable units, Map 64, Plat 5, Lots 158 and 219
• Request to extend final plan approval for The Imperial on Greenwich, expiring one year after 2/26/20 decision
• Review and recommend on Town Council zoning amendment to define 'Smoking Bar' and alter 'Restaurant' definition in Chapter 260
• Workshop on growth and development scheduled for 3/17/21
• Approval of minutes from 2/3/21 and 2/17/21 meetings

The Planning Board voted 5-0-1 to extend the final approval for The Imperial at Greenwich project for one year, maintaining vested development rights. The board also reviewed a revised final plan for the project, which now includes an adjacent parcel, and discussed a zoning amendment for smoking bars, but no decisions were made on those items.

• Approved a one-year extension of final approval for The Imperial at Greenwich (motion by Pels, seconded by Lupovitz, passed 5-0-1 with Gertsacov recusing).
• Heard a revised final plan review for The Imperial on Greenwich, including a required public hearing, but took no action.
• Discussed a proposed zoning amendment to define 'Smoking Bar' and alter the definition of 'Restaurant' for Town Council consideration, but made no recommendation.
• Noted the next regular meeting on 3/17/21 will be a workshop on growth and development issues.
• Reviewed minutes of the 2/3/21 and 2/17/21 meetings, but no approval was recorded.

Historic Cemetery Advisory Commission

The East Greenwich Historic Cemetery Commission will meet virtually to approve minutes, hear a student project update, set goals for 2021, and discuss ongoing items including a potential merger with the Land Trust, establishing a perpetual care trust fund, transferring funds to a town account, and land developments. The meeting is open to the public via Zoom or phone.

• Approval of minutes from Nov 17, 2020 and Jan 19, 2021
• Community outreach update by Hannah Desjarlais (EGHS senior project)
• Discussion of merger with Land Trust
• Establishment of Perpetual Care Trust Fund per RIGL 23-18-8.1
• Transfer of funds to an East Greenwich account

The Commission tabled approval of the November 17, 2020 and January 19, 2021 minutes to the next agenda. Members discussed establishing a perpetual care trust fund, with a suggestion to create an independent 'Friends of East Greenwich Cemeteries' 501(C)3, and agreed to research ground penetrating radar (GPR) costs. No formal decisions were made on these topics.

• Tabled approval of November 17, 2020 and January 19, 2021 minutes
• Volunteered members to research ground penetrating radar (GPR) unit costs
• Approved motion to adjourn (4-0)

Zoning Board of Review

The East Greenwich Zoning Board of Review approved six of seven applications heard at its February 23, 2021 virtual meeting, all by 5-0 votes. Approved were variances for a new home at 465 Shippeetown Road, a home addition at 13 Eldredge Avenue, a garage expansion at 21 Overbrook Lane, a solar array at 10 Briggs Drive, a home addition at 19 Jodie Beth Drive, a garage height increase at 30 West Street, and a parking lot expansion at 1575 South County Trail. The board continued the application for 93 Prospect Street to the March 23, 2021 meeting. One application, for 68 Friendship Street, was withdrawn by the applicant.

• Approved a dimensional variance for a new home at 465 Shippeetown Road, with conditions including decommissioning the existing residence within 90 days of a new certificate of occupancy.
• Approved a dimensional variance for a home addition at 13 Eldredge Avenue.
• Approved a dimensional variance for a garage expansion at 21 Overbrook Lane.
• Approved a special use permit for a 250 kW solar ground-mount system at 10 Briggs Drive, with a condition to maintain the vegetative buffer.
• Approved a dimensional variance for a home addition at 19 Jodie Beth Drive.
• Approved a dimensional variance for a garage height increase at 30 West Street.
• Approved a dimensional variance for a parking lot expansion at 1575 South County Trail, amended to include relief from minimum parking requirements.
• Continued the application for 93 Prospect Street to the March 23, 2021 meeting.

Planning Board

The East Greenwich Planning Board and Town Council are holding a joint remote work session to discuss current trends and concerns related to growth and development, focusing on the cumulative impacts of residential development projects and potential growth management strategies. This is a discussion item, not a final decision.

• Joint work session with Town Council on growth and development trends
• Discussion of cumulative impacts of land development projects, especially residential
• Identifying potential growth management strategies

The East Greenwich Planning Board and Town Council held a joint work session to discuss growth management techniques, including a potential growth management ordinance, impact fees, and land conservation. No formal decisions or votes were taken; the group agreed to have staff and the Planning Board assess the discussed tools and return with recommendations. Public comment included calls for more inclusive housing and diversity considerations.

• No formal decisions or votes taken at joint work session
• Agreed Planning Board will flesh out growth management ideas and reconvene with Council
• Town Manager directed to have departments cooperate with Planning staff on growth assessment

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission approved a complete renovation and structural repair of 104 Duke Street (4-0) and approved several other applications, including basement window replacements at 2 Prospect Street and a door/stair modification at 47 Melrose Street. The commission also determined that 11 Lion Street is a contributing structure and continued the demolition application to a second hearing. Several other items were tabled or discussed, including a window configuration change at 319 Main Street.

• Approved complete renovation of 104 Duke Street (4-0)
• Approved basement window replacement at 2 Prospect Street (4-0)
• Approved door/stair modification at 47 Melrose Street (4-0)
• Determined 11 Lion Street as contributing structure (4-0)
• Continued demolition application for 11 Lion Street to March 10 hearing (4-0)
• Tabled window change request at 319 Main Street to March 10 hearing (4-0)
• Approved October 14, 2020 minutes (4-0)
• Tabled remaining minutes to next meeting

Historic District Commission

The East Greenwich Historic District Commission will conduct a physical site visit of 11 Lion Street (Map 85, Plat 1, Lot 415), owned by East Greenwich Cove Builders LLC, to assess a preliminary application for complete demolition. The visit is open to the public in person and via Zoom.

• Site visit for complete demolition of 11 Lion Street
• Property owned by East Greenwich Cove Builders LLC
• Preliminary application for demolition under review
• Meeting accessible via Zoom and phone

The East Greenwich Historic District Commission conducted a physical and virtual site visit of 11 Lion Street (Map 85, Plat 1, Lot 415), owned by East Greenwich Cove Builders LLC, to assess a preliminary application for complete demolition. No decisions were made; the meeting was limited to the site assessment and public access via Zoom.

• Conducted site visit for demolition application at 11 Lion Street (no vote taken)

Planning Board

The East Greenwich Planning Board will hold public hearings and master plan reviews for two residential projects. The main item is a comprehensive permit application for The Post on Main, a 30-unit multi-family development at 1016 Main Street with 8 affordable units, which also requires revisions to the adjacent approved Imperial on Greenwich project. The board will also review a five-home subdivision at Forest Lane and consider a time extension for the 63-unit Cove Homes project on Frenchtown Road.

• The Post on Main: 30-unit project at 1016 Main Street (former American Legion Hall), 8 affordable units
• The Imperial on Greenwich: revised final plan for 38 units with 10 affordable units, requiring new public hearing
• Forest Lane Subdivision: 5 homes on 17.6 acres at 35 & 55 Forest Lane, needs roadway waivers
• Cove Homes extension: 63-unit project on Frenchtown Road and Route 4, requesting time extension
• Consent agenda: Record Plan #986 (96-unit Brookside Terrace) and #987 (easement modification)

Zoning Board of Review

The East Greenwich Zoning Board of Review will hold a virtual meeting on January 26, 2021, to hear six docketed applications. These include requests for dimensional variances for residential additions and garages, a special use permit for a 250 kW solar ground-mount system, and a parking lot expansion. The board will also review minutes from its October and November 2020 meetings.

• Jeffrey Lynch seeks 10' front setback relief for a detached garage at 68 Friendship Street
• Monaghan Family Trust requests height variance for a new 2-bedroom structure at 465 Shippeetown Road
• Jennifer and David Parisi seek side setback variance for a 10'x19' addition at 13 Eldredge Avenue
• James & Edith McGuire request variances to enlarge garage at 21 Overbrook Lane
• NuGen Capital Management seeks special use permit for 250 KW DC solar ground-mount system at 10 Briggs Drive

The East Greenwich Zoning Board of Review met virtually on January 26, 2021, but due to a regional Verizon internet outage, Chairman Richard Land announced that all docketed items would be continued to the next scheduled meeting on February 23, 2021. The meeting was adjourned at 7:08 PM with no substantive decisions made.

• Continued all agenda items to February 23, 2021 meeting
• Adjourned meeting at 7:08 PM

Historic Cemetery Advisory Commission

The East Greenwich Historic Cemetery Commission is meeting virtually to discuss community outreach, review a draft mission statement and proposed amendments to town code chapters 34 and 143, and consider establishing a perpetual care trust fund for cemeteries. They will also review the status of a Bank Newport account and hear reports from the state cemetery advisory representative and commissioners.

• Review of draft mission statement and amendments to Chapter 34, Article IX and Chapter 143 of the East Greenwich Town Code
• Discussion of establishing a perpetual care trust fund per R.I.G.L. §23-18-8.1
• Status update on Bank Newport account and future management responsibility
• Community outreach update from Hannah Desjarlais (EGHS Senior Project)
• Minutes approval for November 17, 2020 meeting

The East Greenwich Historic Cemetery Commission discussed a draft ordinance to merge with the Land Trust into a new 'Conservation and Heritage Advisory Board,' but took no formal action. Members expressed general support, with conditions to preserve the cemetery mission. The commission also tabled approval of November 2020 minutes and discussed community outreach and a perpetual care trust fund.

• Tabled approval of November 17, 2020 minutes
• Discussed draft ordinance to merge HCC with Land Trust into 'Conservation and Heritage Advisory Board' (no vote)
• Approved adjournment motion (4-0)

Affordable Housing Commission

The East Greenwich Affordable Housing Commission is meeting virtually to discuss methods for communicating affordable housing information to the community and to approve minutes from its October 16, 2020 meeting. The agenda is brief and contains no votes on specific projects or policies.

• Discussion of methods for getting affordable housing messages to the East Greenwich community
• Approval of minutes from October 16, 2020

The East Greenwich Affordable Housing Commission met virtually and discussed methods for communicating affordable housing information to the community. The commission approved the minutes from its October 16, 2020 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes from October 16, 2020 meeting
• Discussed methods for getting affordable housing messages to the community

Historic District Commission

The East Greenwich Historic District Commission will hold hearings on four property applications, including a complete demolition at 11 Lion Street, a new shed at 94 West Street, and two conceptual proposals for additions and garage work. The commission will also review and approve meeting minutes from previous dates.

• Complete demolition of structure at 11 Lion Street (Map 85 AP 1 Lot 395) - first hearing, continued from Dec 9, 2020
• New construction of 8'x6' shed at 94 West Street (Map 84 AP 2 Lot 104) - final hearing
• Partial demo of rear porch, complete demo of detached garage, new construction of 2-bay attached garage at 93 Prospect Street (Map 74 AP 2 Lot 191) - conceptual
• Addition to west side of structure (mudroom, bath, 1-car attached garage) at 53 Castle Street (Map 75 AP 1 Lot 129) - conceptual
• Review of minutes from Aug 12, Sep 12, Oct 14, 2020 meetings and May 20, 2020 site visit of 104 Duke Street

The East Greenwich Historic District Commission approved a final application for a prefabricated 8'x6' wood shed at 94 West Street, finding it consistent with Commission Standard #5. Two other applications (11 Lion Street demolition and 93 Prospect Street conceptual) were continued to February 10, 2021. Minutes from August and September 2020 were approved; October 2020 and May 2020 site visit minutes were tabled.

• Approved 8'x6' prefabricated shed at 94 West Street (4-0)
• Continued demolition hearing for 11 Lion Street to Feb 10, 2021 (4-0)
• Continued conceptual review for 93 Prospect Street to Feb 10, 2021 (4-0)
• Approved August 12, 2020 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved September 12, 2020 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Tabled October 14, 2020 and May 20, 2020 site visit minutes

Planning Board

The East Greenwich Planning Board will hold a virtual meeting to review two comprehensive permit applications: a master plan for 'The Post on Main,' a 30-unit multi-family project with 8 affordable units at 1016 Main Street, and a revised final plan for 'The Imperial on Greenwich,' a 38-unit project with 10 affordable units, which requires a new public hearing due to major revisions. The board will also approve its 2021 meeting calendar and minutes from the November 4, 2020 meeting.

• Master Plan review for 'The Post on Main' – 30 units, 8 affordable, at 1016 Main Street (Map 64, Lot 218)
• Revised Final Plan for 'The Imperial on Greenwich' – 38 units, 10 deed-restricted affordable, on Lots 158 and 219
• Public informational meeting and public hearing required for the two applications
• Annual approval of 2021 meeting calendar
• Approval of minutes from 11/4/20 meeting