8/13/2015 CONSERVATION COMMISSION Minutes

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shade on the house including moss growth and staining to the siding. He also noted there was a tree hanging over his deck near the pond. The Agent noted there were 6 trees in questions: 4 in the front, one in the rear and one by the pond. He said some of the trees in question would alleviate some of the problems identified in the photos. He questioned the one closer to the water. Mr. Bibbo stated this tree stains the deck. It was noted the trees are white oaks. The Agent said the trees on the left side of the property are all within the 50' to 100' buffer zone at the top of the inland bank. That is where the embankment begins and makes it way down to Fells Pond. The trees around the house are all within the buffer zone and not on the bank itself. He suggested rather than removing the tree over the deck to do some pruning to alleviate the problem. No comment from the public Motion: Mr. Sweet moved a Negative Determination stipulating that the tree closest to the bank be trimmed rather than be removed, seconded by Mr. McKay. Vote unanimous. 4-0 6:09 Joseph N. Biknaitis, 31 Amy Brown Road. Proposed construction of single-family NOI dwelling, installation of potable water supply well, Title 5 Septic System and Busse Wastewater Treatment system. (Applicant Request Continuance to 9/10/2015). Motion: Mr. Sweet moved to continue the hearing at the applicant's request to September 10,2015 at 6:00 p.m. 6:12 Thomas F. H. Trigg, 22 Fells Circle. Proposed Title 5 Septic System Upgrade. RDA Resource Area: Buffer zone to inland bank leading to Fells Pond Peter McEntee,Engineering Works,was representing the applicant and stated the owner will be selling his house and is required to put in a title 5 septic system. He explained the work will consist of locating, pumping and filling or removing the existing cesspools. A complete septic system will be installed and any areas disturbed will be restored with loam and seed or mulch. All work will be above the 100 year flood zone. The proposed septic tank will be located 39 feet from the BVW and the soil absorption system will be outside the 100' buffer of the inland bank and BVW. He stated approximately 6 trees will need to be removed. The Agent stated they will have to do something to stabilize the arca. Mr. McEntee said they will be putting in mulch. The Agent said he would like to get that clarified from the applicant. If they are putting in lawn, there are lawn standards and the new owner has to understand the jurisdiction of that area. He recommended having a meeting on site so they can determine what trees are to be removed and what will be