6/12/2008 CONSERVATION COMMISSION Minutes

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r - #r backyard and put in place three drainage pipes to pipe the run off to the wetlands. The Agent stated that the pipes needed to be removed as part of this RDA and would be conditioned in the approval. Mr,Joe agreed that the pipes would be removed, as they are no longer necessary. Mr. ,Joe also explained that as part of this filing he was looking to get some landscaping approved. Mr. Joe stated that he was looking to replace the lawn and put in the area about 10 yards of sand fill. Mr. Joe explained that he Intends to use a Conservation area mix product and found an organic fertilizer to use as well with it.The Agent explained that fertilizer use in the area is not recommended as it would wash into the wetlands and possibly compromise the health of the plants there. The Agent explained to the Commission that the area is dose to the wetlands(isolated land subject to flooding) and possibly could be a vernal pool. Mr. ,toe agreed to find a mix that does not require any fertilizer. Mr.Joe explained that he would also like to plant 7 Leland Cypress trees as a noise buffer on the property. The Agent explained that there was a shed installed on the property that also was not permitted-but that it was prefab and no digging occurred to erect it.The Agent and Mr.Joe explained that it is on the upland portion of theroperty and outside of the wetlands. The Agent recommended a negative determination, he also started that he would monitor the project and make sure that the bottles are big enough to handle the gutter run off. Motion made,seconded and unanimously carried for a Negative Deterrnination w th the condition that the drainpipes are removed and that the gutter runoff bottles are monitored. 7:03 Kathleen and Michael Bowler, NOI—37 Birch Way (Continued from o 01/0 Pier, float) The Agent explained that the applicants had requested a continuance. The Commission asked why this would be the fourth continuance for this filing. The Agent explained that Natural Heritage is requiring the applicants have a freshwater mussel surrey dome prior to any approval from their office.The Agent stated that the matter appears that it will be completed by next hearing. Motion made,seconded and unanimously carrried for a continuance until 08128/2008 @ 7:03 p.m. 7,06 p.m. Kathleen and Brown Lingar ,elter, l of--65 sec rn ett Point Road (Demolish and rebuild garage with slight increase In footprint) Michael Borselli of Falmouth Engineering shod to represent the applicants. Mr. Borselli explained that the hearing Was continued so that Natural Heritage and,IAMBI IA could be heard from regarding the project. We explained that the letter had been received by bath himself and the Conservation Department.Mr.Borrelli explained that neither party had any Issues and that the property is not a priority habitat. Mr. Borrelli also j explained that the Commission and-Agent had questioned the use of the overflow storage in the garage. He explained that there would be no bedroom or playroom area and that no plumbing will be in place. { j Commissioner 1=ftz simmons read for the record a letter from the Board of Health stating that no application review was necessary. The commission asked if a plan was required with the application.The Agent explained that it was not required and he recommended approval. Motion made,seconded and unanimously carried to Close and Issue. 7:09 p.m. David Rose, of— 184 Rock Landing Road Frnoe railed ties, new patio arra rock wall in se footprint and landscaping) The Agent explained that the applicant had requested a continuance, as there has not been a D.E.P number issued yet on the application. Motion made, seconded and unanimously carried for a continuance until 0612612008 @ :18 pain. 7:12 p.m. Patricia cern ille, RDA—20 Wilson"s Grove(septic upgrade) Peter McAfee from Engineering Works stood to represent the applicant.The Agent explained that the application is straightforward:the septic is located in flood zone but not near wetlands.The Agent i explained that he has no issues with the project. Commissioner Fitzsimmons read for the record a letter from the Board of health letter stating that the application has been approved. Motion anode, seconded and unanimously carried for a Negative Determination. MR 15 P.m.William Carleton, RDA—19 Bowsprit Point(septic upgrade) 3