Sherman Terrace developer seeks extension and proposes stabilized-turf turnaround; board grants extension to May 30

Attorney Mark Salvaty, representing the Sherman Terrace petitioners, told the planning board that the development is nearly complete but asked for direction on the surface treatment for an approved turnaround that had been constructed smaller than originally approved. Salvaty described a sub-base system (a rut-guard or grid product) covered by loam and hydroseed and said his client would make the turnaround the approved size and sought the board’s guidance on whether the stabilized-turf approach is acceptable in lieu of pavement.

Board members and staff discussed precedent projects (e.g., Dallas Lane, Downs Court), H-20 loading requirements for emergency vehicles, maintenance responsibilities under recorded easements/HOA arrangements, and whether signage should identify a stabilized turnaround. Engineering information and product specifications were requested to confirm load-bearing capacity; the applicant agreed to provide those ahead of a February follow-up meeting.

The board voted to extend the subdivision completion date to May 30, 2024 to allow the applicant time to provide requested specifications and complete the required work. The transcript records the motion passing with a majority in favor and one abstention.