04/04/2024 CONSERVATION COMMISSION Minutes

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Resource Area: Buffer zone to BVW & Land under waterbodies/waterways (Cataquin Pond) Mr. Shay explains that the application is for replacing a failed septic system with a new Title V A/I compliant system. The existing system is situated near wetlands and partially extends onto another lot owned by the applicant. The new system will consist of a 1500-gallon tank located 119 feet away from the wetlands, with careful design to ensure maximum separation from groundwater. Upon completion of the project, the system will be positioned 142 feet away from the wetlands. The surrounding area will be vegetated, and the Board of Health has approved the project without any concerns regarding overflow. Additionally, no tree removal is necessary for this project. There are no comments from commissioners or the public. Motion made by Ms. Clapprood for a negative determination per RDA. Motion seconded by Ms. Copeland.  Roll Call: Ms. Godfrey (Yes), Ms. Thornburgh (Yes), Ms. Clapprood (Yes), Ms. Copeland (Yes) Ms. Zollo (Yes) The motion passes unanimously. 6:57 AOOC 43-3253 138 Summersea Rd, Karen Linehan, Trustee, Karen Linehan Revocable Trust. Proposed hardscape improvements including driveway and walkways. Rep: Artistic Grounds. Resource Area: Coastal bank, LSCSF, Buffer Zone to top of coastal bank. Mr. Wolfe, representing Artistic Grounds, is seeking an amendment to the order of conditions. The current Notice of Intent (NOI) focuses on repairing and replacing what was removed for the septic installation. There is a request to upgrade from a gravel driveway to permeable pavers in both upper and lower areas, with gravel drainage underneath and the use of easy joint material to allow water to leach through. He references the submitted plan to the commission and notes that existing stairs and walkways shown on the plan were removed in the proposed plan and need replacement, along with the retaining wall at the bottom. The retaining wall is already included in the current NOI, and there is a request to add a footing as per the notice, which will be included in the design plan. Mr. Wolfe further explains a mitigation plan for the disturbed area in the front yard due to the septic installation, and an additional request from the homeowner involves the adjacent section of the fire pit at the back of the dwelling. This area has fallen into disrepair, so the intention is to remove everything by hand and reinstall with all new native species to revegetate the area. Mr. McManus supports the mitigation plan, emphasizing the importance of swapping out existing vegetation that is not conducive to the coastal bank. He suggests replacing it with native species plantings to enhance the integrity of the bank, particularly in eroding coastal bank areas and coastal dunes. He confirms that all hardscaping will replace what was previously there with new material, remaining in the same footprint.