12/27/2007 CONSERVATION COMMISSION Minutes

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back where it was previously permitted.'J hn explained that after weeks of negotiation they had come to a compromise that the float will be located 55 ft from the clearest mooring. The agent questioned the numbers on the plain as they differed from the original, John explained that the previous plans numbers were based on I VD not on the NGVD and were corrected on this new plan, The agent does-riot see any problems but suggested that the stem of the boat,face the deeper end: Motion made, seconded and unanimously carried to close and Issue. 7:39 p.m. David Keene, NON—63 Jaynes circle {continued from 12113/2007} To repair retaining walls, remove wooden stairway and concrete waterway and replace interlocking steps) John Slavinsky described the applicants wish to rebuild some retaining galls with interlocking blocks. The walls will be replaced but the stairway that was included will now be left alone. The project will also call for replatement of the concrete waterway/drains with drywells. John explained that the project will start from the bottom up and that there are seven galls total,-all less than 4 ft in height. Where the tiered wall are located is veal steep and the trees-surrounding will make machining in the area impossible. The agent asked that John provide a project narrative on methodology. He will also require a planting plan when that stage is reached. He explained to the Commission that he is not requiring it now as they are going to transplant as much as possible and the plan would surely change if they found they could use more or less of their estimate. He did add that they would be better served leaving out the Virginia Creeper currently listed on the plan. The agent does recommend approval Motion made, seconded and unanimously carried to close and Issue pending receipt of a project x narrative. 7:42 p.m. Robert Stow, RDA—8 Pine Ridge Rd {continued from 12113/2007} (Garage, fence, driveway, plantings, clearing) John Slavinsky stood to represent the applicant and described the appl'icant's wish to construct a garage, crushed stone driveway and install a vinyl fence. It is ire within 100 ft of the Iiood zone and will require removal of at least one large tree and possible others. The agent would like the plantings to crutch the project area, including replanting of some red cedars, inkberry and chokeberry. The Board of Health submitted a letter to the commission that stated that no review was necessary. The agent requested dimensions of the area to be affected but recommended approval. Motion made, seconded and unanimously carried for a negative determination pending receipt of dimensions. 7:45 p.m. carol Kelley,•Idol—174 captain's Rover continued from 12/13/2007) Demolish portion of house, add second story, Title V Brian Harris of Bennett Engineering stood to represent the applicant. The applicant wishes to do a partial tear down and add a second story to their existing dwelling. The project will also include construction of a garage (24'X 4 and installation/repair of a driveway. The upgrade on the house will also include installation of a neer Title V system. The septic system will be a 1500-gallon tank with a soil absorption system. The leaching field will be located as far as possible from the flood zone. The project'Fs still under review by both the Board of Health and the Zoning Board of Appeals. There were no house plans submitted with this filing but the house will be a three bedroom. The driveway will b made of pervious materials but the material to be used was not listed and will be clarified before approval. The agent did inform the Commission that this will pass his desk again before any work can commence and that he will make sure if.adheres to their standards before he signs off on 'rt. The agent recommended approval pending the acceptance of the project by both the Board of Health and Zoning Board of Appeals. Motion made, seconded and unanimously carried to close arta Issue pending the acceptance by the Board of Health and Zoning Board of Appeals. 7:45 p.m. New seabury Properties, Ace—32 Flat Pond Circle (Lot#4 Flat Pond Subdiv. (Construct a new single family home, landscaping, pool and associated appurtenances)