3/10/2011 CONSERVATION COMMISSION Minutes

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of some trees and properly re-vegetate an area on the property. Mr. Talbot states that the neighboring property viewed the mitigation plan which they very much liked and they then briefly discussed that a section of the dune along both properties is owned by the Popponesset Beach Association (PBA). One of the invasives is an old fashion landscape rose that has escaped into the dune and has completely stopped the accretion of sand and has essentially destroyed the habitat value as a dune. The two properties have decided to work together as two applicants on this NOL The agreement includes the complete eradication of the invasive species and the plan of revegetation of the dune area which is actually an extension of what has already been permitted. The NO] includes a very detailed three-year management plan as part of the agreement with PBA so that once the project is completed and there is a Certificate of Compliance, the Murray's and Townsend's will have a lien on the property to maintain this area for three years. Mr. Gurnee asks if there will be a need for any fill and Mr. Talbot states that there will be about 40-90 cu. yrds. of dune nourishment to the Murray property. Mr. Talbot states that the Murrays' and Townsends' are both funding the project themselves even though it is PBA property. Mr. Murray says that even though the agreements is for only three years, they intend to be there for quite some time and will continue to maintain it as he does not want to see the invasive roses grow back. Mr. Sweet asks how they plan on eradicating the existing vegetation and Mr. Talbot states that they would like to attempt to do it mechanically as the equipment is less weight. They are hoping that they can just rip the shrubs out. Mr. Sweet comments that when finished, the dune will stand out beautifully. Agent McManus suggests placing a sign that states "Coastal Dune Restoration" so to give a positive impression for the project. The Agent also mentions that Natural Heritage does not come into play. Motion made, seconded and unanimously carried to Close and Issue 7:18 Robert Fox Jr. (22 Starboard Lane) Construct a 78' squ. ft. addition with an 84' squ.ft. deck, remove existing first floor deck & retaining wall and replace with patio & expanded retaining wall - RDA Resource�Area: Buffer to Coastal Bank, Buffer to LSCSF Material submitted: Existing Conditions 212812011 Down Cape Engineering/Proposed Addition 212812011 Down Cape Engineering/Proposed Landscape 212812011 Down Cape Engineering Andrew Garulay from Down Cape Engineering is representing the contractor and homeowner. The project consists of removing a large existing wood deck that is just above grade on the water side of the house, a stone wall that wraps around stone steps and also wood steps that go up to the deck. 'they ore also proposing an expansion of the 2 Id floor bedroom with a deck. They would like to remove the existing deck on the first floor and partially rebuild in another location. The wood deck on the first floor will be replaced with blue stone patio and a new wall along the property line. There will be another retaining wall that leads back to the house with two planting beds. Agent McManus states that there are some changes within 50' feet of the coastal bank but the lot is already heavily landscaped/hardscaped so the changes are mostly cosmetic and have no adverse impact from a environmental standpoint. Mr. Allen asks if they have to use Privet and Mr Garulay says that they are looking for a screen that they can maintain the height and keep narrow easily. Mr. Sweet mentions that this area is prone to flooding and the Agent suggests possible runoff systems or drain gardens. Mr. Garulay mentions that they will pick up some drainage along the edge of the property with a 4" drain pipe. Motion made, seconded and unanimously carried for a Negative Determination 4