04/20/2023 CONSERVATION COMMISSION Minutes

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Marjorie Clapprood (Yes) Erin Copeland (Yes) Sandra Godfrey (Yes) Paul Colombo (Yes) 5 – 0 Unanimous 6:00 Timothy W. Leedham, Trustee, Shoestring Bay Nominee Trust, II, 352 Mashpee Neck NOI Road. Proposed gravel parking area, relocation of shed, landscaping and mitigation plantings. Representative: Cape & Islands Engineering, Inc. th The applicant made a request for a continuance to May 4, 2023 @ 6:15pm. Mr. Cook recused himself having a personal relationship with the Leedham’s. Ms. Clapprood made a motion for a continuance seconded by Sandra Godfrey Roll Call Vote: Marjorie Clapprood (Yes) Sandra Godfrey (Yes) Erin Copeland (Yes) Paul Colombo (Yes) 4 – 0 Unanimous 6:03 Ryan and Kristen Lenhart, 81 Bluff Avenue. Proposed raze and replace existing dwelling, NOI upgrade septic system with new I/A Title V system, landscaping and hardscaping. Representative: Cape & Islands Engineering, Inc. Ms. Godfrey was concerned with the retaining wall impeding flood waters. Mr. Colombo followed up on the retaining wall issue noting the 24-inch height of the wall and it surrounded the whole property. Mr. Colombo noted the existing topography would divert water to other properties causing him to be concerned. Mr. Cook questioned why more detail was not included on the plan showing cross-sections showing proposed grading (septic system) and did not see where flood vents would go given the grading. Public Comment: Raul \[LAST NAME\] commented that the retaining walls would not displace the ocean and flood water would not be an issue. Mr. McManus agreed with Raul’s comment about the flood aspects and thought the project was overall a good project. He noted that the proposed rebuild will result in a net decrease of 62 sq ft of structure compared to the existing home. There also would be a new Title V septic system with I/A component for additional removal of nitrogen. The paved driveway to be replaced with gravel/pervious driveway. Mr. McManus recommended clarification on overall site grading (a concern raised by several of the Members) and concerns of potential impacts to abutting properties in the event of flooding (localized and/or storm surges). Should the proposal be determined that the site grading will not result in adverse impacts to abutting properties in terms of alteration of flood patterns, Mr. McManus recommended close and issue with the condition of adherence to lawn standards as per Regulation 31 under Ch. 172. Mr. Colombo asked if the applicant would be willing to come back to address the retaining wall and septic cross section to show the grading. The Commission preferred a sloping grade as opposed to retaining walls where feasible. The applicant was amenable.