From: 	Thomas Errico <Thomas.Errico@tylin.com>
To:	Jean Fraser <JF@portlandmaine.gov>
CC:	Katherine Earley <KAS@portlandmaine.gov>, David Margolis-Pineo <DMP@portlandmaine.gov>, Jeff Tarling <JST@portlandmaine.gov>
Date: 	8/10/2010 4:48 PM
Subject: 	171 Warren Avenue

Jean ‑ I have reviewed the July 26, 2010 submittal prepared by Northeast Civil Solutions and offer the following comments:

.        A sidewalk should be constructed along the Warren Avenue property frontage. The curbing is in good condition and no changes are recommended.  A sidewalk connection from the building to the requested sidewalk should also be provided.

.        The existing curb cut (not active) located on Warren Avenue mid‑parcel should be eliminated. 

.        The existing driveway on Warren Avenue does not meet separation standards to Hemingway Street.  I would suggest that this separation standard be waived until a time when Hemingway Street is improved.  At the time of improvement, the applicant would be required to close the Warren Avenue driveway and re‑establish the driveway on Hemingway Street.  The applicant would be responsible for all work associated with this action (both on and off‑site).

.        Parking spaces do not meet City standards.  I support a waiver from the Technical Standards.

.        The driveway on Warren Avenue at its narrowest point is 22 feet wide and does not meet City standards.  I support a waiver from the Technical Standards.

.        The circulation aisle between the front and rear parking areas does not meet City standards.  I support a waiver from the Technical Standards under the premise that traffic volumes are very low and good sight distance will be provided.

If you have any questions or comments, please contact me.

Best regards,

Thomas A. Errico, P.E.

T.Y. Lin International

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