9/22/2016 CONSERVATION COMMISSION Minutes

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6:18 Craig A. Warnick, Trustee, 172 Fells Pond Road. Proposed removallreconstruction of existing deck and elevated stairway, replacement of stairs with elevated stairway, construction of retaining wall, tree removal and mitigation plantings. NOI Resource Area: Inland Bank, Land Under WaterbodieslWaterways, Bordering Vegetated Wetland, Fells Pond, LSCSF, ACEC Matt Costa, Cape and Islands Engineering, represented the applicant. He explained the proposed project includes the removal and replacement of the existing deck, elevated stairway and reconfiguration of the timber walkway to match the rebuilt elevated stairway. They are also proposing the removal of the existing timber stairs leading down to the bank to the water and construction of an elevated stairway in its place. He reviewed the project on the plans provided. They will use through flow decking to allow for more sunlight which will help stabilize the plantings. They will be adding a small retaining wall to help stabilize the area and with plantings behind the wall. They will have to remove a 4 inch oak tree and will mitigate for that by installing two new white oak trees in that general area. This will result in a net benefit to the site and will increase the habitat value. It meets the performance standards. The Agent reviewed the photos with the Commissioners. He said by raising this deck up it will result in a net benefit to this area. The bank is being undercut significantly and the retaining wall is essential. Mitigation is needed in that area and he agreed with the mitigation presented. No comments from the public Motion: Mr. Shaw moved to close and issue, seconded by Mr. Rogers. Vote unanimous 5-0 6.21 Neil and Kathleen Rubado, 126 Wading Place Road. Request Extension of Order of Conditions 43-2594 EXTENSION The Agent noted there is no vote needed on this extension. He said it is a garage and home extension and the order of conditions is about to expire, therefore, they need an extension request. 6:24 Proposed hardscaping and landscaping improvements to allow for the following: upgrade/repair of condominium entrance at intersection of Riverview and Quinaquisset Avenues; removal of tree and vegetation to improve visibility and traffic safety; installation of trees and shrubs; replacement of retaining walls;