Planning & Zoning
The Stonington Little League is requesting permission to
upgrade the facility.
a.
Drive-in Movie Theater
b.
Refurbish bathrooms to comply with ADA
(Americans with Disabilities Act)
The Drive-in Movie Theater would raise funds for the
activities of the Leagues.
The restrooms rarely have a line and there has not been a
need for ADA access, but someone with disabilities may have the need for
updated restrooms in the future.
2.13.2.4 Noise and Vibration. Noise levels as
measured for the following uses shall not exceed the following levels when
measured at the property line on the typical A-Weighted Sound Level (using ANSI
S1, 4-1981 type 2). .1 Residential District 55 dBA .2 Business District 65 dBA
.3 Manufacturing District 75 dBA .4 Noise levels in general shall not exceed a
sustained level of 45 dBA in any District between 10:00 p.m. in the evening and
6:00 a.m. in the morning
Drive-in Movie Theater would have FM transmission
of sound for car radio reception to restrict the noise level.
2.13.3 Site Design – All Districts
2.13.3.2 In order to promote good design of projects
and to provide open spaces consistent with the regulation requirements, any
requirements for buffers, integral lot areas, designated open spaces, common
recreation spaces, floor area, neighborhood area, parking requirements, and
noninfringement areas are to be shown in separate identifiable locations on
site plans and the areas required are not to be counted or treated for any of
the other areas specified in this section.
Stonington Little League is set back from North
Anguilla Road with a tree-line buffer. The property is on 20.91 acres with five
ballfields promoting open space, parking, and recreation (baseball and
softball).
2.13.5 Residential Character. No structure or
alteration shall detract from the residential characteristics or predominate
style of the neighborhood in which the proposal is located.
Stonington Little League is set back from North
Anguilla Road with a tree-line buffer.
3.1 RESIDENTIAL GBR-130, RC-120 ZONES [ADOPTED AUGUST
9, 1979] Purpose: GBR-130. This zone is located on fragile aquifer, watershed,
streambelt, inland wetland and significant adjoining areas so as to preserve
them for the future and present needs.
3.1.2.8 Recreational uses and structures such
as, but not limited to,
swimming pools and tennis courts.
3.1.3.8 Non-profit associations, clubs, museums, or art institutions, minimum lot requirement – five (5) acres.
(Stonington Little League covers 20.91 acres).
.
1 Gift shops up to 1,000 square feet and snack bars up to 100 seats (available
only for non-profit organizations).
7.21 NEIGHBORHOOD DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT (NDD) [ADOPTED
NOVEMBER 16, 2005] 7.21.1
General. 7.21.1.1 The
Planning and Zoning Commission recognized that there exists commercial
properties located in close proximity to the village cores which create a
unique opportunity for neighborhood development as acknowledged in and Stonington
Zoning Regulations -- Revised through July 1, 2009 238 described as essential
for, implementation in the Plan of Conservation and Development (POCD). The
development of these sites are a sensitive matter to the Town and the
neighborhoods being impacted, as such any decisions and determinations made
with respect to these properties would require assurances for the Town and its
residents that its existence and future plans will enhance, and not disrupt,
the surrounding residential neighborhood. Accordingly the Planning and Zoning
Commission does hereby create a special Neighborhood Development District
(NDD).
Stonington Little League is set back from North
Anguilla Road with a tree-line buffer. A sports complex could include tennis
courts and be available to other sports (soccer, tennis, football)
7.21.2 Statement of Purpose. The NDD is intended to:
encourage the reclamation of underutilized commercial parcels and
permit new construction, renovation and/or adaptive re-use at these sites;
promote diversified housing opportunities, including, but not limited to,
mixed-use development uses; and preserve and enhance the Town’s historic
character, sensitive environmental resources and these neighborhoods in the
village cores. This zone is intended to allow for the establishment,
continuation and expansion of such uses and activities in ways that will
maintain and enhance compatibility with surrounding neighborhoods. Factors to
be considered by the Commission in approving the NDD include:
7.21.2.1 The proposed uses and layout are in
conformity with and in furtherance of the goals and objective contained in the
POCD. Stonington Zoning Regulations -- Revised through July 1, 2009 239
7.21.2.2 Harmony and compatibility with surrounding
residential neighborhoods, land uses and the village cores, including adequate
buffers that are consistent with the existing condition on the site,
neighborhood and/or village core, promotion of pedestrian safety, provision for
adequate parking, minimized impact of motor vehicles, and prevention of glare
to adjacent properties from lighting on-site. To the extent practical,
commercial traffic shall be directed to major thoroughfares and away from
residential streets. 7.21.2.3 Furtherance of the goals, standards and policies
of the Connecticut Coastal Area Management Act.
Stonington Little League is set back from North
Anguilla Road with a tree-line buffer and a large parking lot.
7.21.6.5 Permitted Uses. Uses permitted in the NDD shall include:
.42 Recreational Facilities: Public or Private .52 Theaters.
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