4/12/2018 CONSERVATION COMMISSION Minutes

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6:09 Donald D. & Savanna Jabro, 82 Clover Lane. Proposed egress changes, reconstruction of second-story deck, hardscapellandscape alterations, hot tub, fire pit, grill, landing, steps, beach stair, privacy fencing and invasive species removal. NOI Resource Area: Coastal Bank, Coastal Dune, LSCSF, Buffer Zone to Coastal Bank/Dune/Beach Andrew Garulay, Yarmouthport Design Group, represented the applicants. He reviewed the proposed project using the plans on the screen which consists of the removal of the egresses on the landward side of the house, proposed window wells, removal and replacement of concrete driveway, a mitigation plan, reconfiguration and reduction of 2nd story deck, removal of poured concrete patio to be replaced with dry granite patio and stepping stones, the removal of non-native Rosa Ragusa and other invasive plants to be replaced with American Beach Grass, proposal of wood framed stairs to beach which depends on approval by the Popponesset Beach Association, and the extension of a privacy fence to replace the evergreens. A hot tub is proposed with the footprint of the reduced driveway with a gas fire pit and grill. He also noted proposed are gutters, downspouts and drywells. He stated this request meets the performance standards and will improve the buffer and habitat. There was a lengthy discussion on the runoff from the driveway and the Agent suggested pavers rather than as halt. The Agent noted that the Popponesset Beach Association will not allow steps on their property at the toe of the bank and beach. He wanted to note it didn't make any sense to have a stairway to nowhere and if the steps are not allowed, the steps should be eliminated from the plan. The Agent reviewed the images of the property and the hardscaping and landscaping proposed. He also noted the proposed restoration area. Public Marian Oost-Lievensky, Member of the PBA Board, stated they will not allow the stairs to be built over their property. With regard to the plantings, there is a marker showing the boundary on the property. She said in conjunction with the Agent and the homeowners the issue of the invasive plants can be discussed. She said they prefer a natural kind of fencing on the property. The Agent stated as far as everything that has been proposed it meets the performance standards. John Kreman, represented Family Realty Trust, asked how this would affect the drainage for 23 Elliott and would it get worse or get better. Mr. Garulay said they will shorten the driveway and repave it and will be adding drywells. There was a suggestion to add a berm to keep the water from Clover Lane and Clover Lane property. The Agent stated a condition could be put into the Order of Conditions that the homeowner is responsible for drainage and runoff from his property. Harold Clark, PBA, was concerned with the drainage coming off the property onto Clover Lane. There was a lengthy discussion on the drainage, pavers, wagon wheels on the driveway. It was determined that if the Commission approves the project details, this issue could be discussed with the Agent and approved before the Order of Conditions is issued. It was also agreed that the invasive species removal would also be approved. Motion: Brad Sweet moved to Close and Issue with the conditions as discussed and that the Engineer and the Agent come together to come up with a solution in regards to the surface water on Clover Lane and Elliott and to remove the stairs from the plan and the invasive control is acceptable.. Seconded by Mr. O'Neill. Vote 3-1 with Mr. Anderson opposing.