Laserfiche WebLink
o A: No, there are no concerns for negative impact. <br /> • Q: What is the reasoning for the reconfiguration? <br /> o A: To position the boat's propeller in deeper water. The current depth is 2.5 feet, <br /> and the proposed depth is 4.5 feet. <br /> • Concerns about how close the boats are to the bottom, and whether increasing the length <br /> will cause navigation issues in the channel. <br /> o The Harbor Master has provided feedback indicating there are no navigational <br /> concerns. <br /> o The channel is 55 feet wide, and the town plans to dredge for deeper water. <br /> • Q: Has the DMF responded to the proposal, and has the applicant considered reducing the <br /> number of piles to minimize disturbance to the area? <br /> o A: The DMF letter dated July 22nd, 2024, recommends avoiding ground contact, <br /> using float stops,restricting barge use 2 hours before and after high tide, and <br /> completing any fueling off-site. Reducing the number of piles is not possible due <br /> to the pier's location. <br /> • The Commission references the photos provided with the application and requests <br /> clarification on the year the photos were taken and if those are the boats to be docked. <br /> o The provided pictures were taken prior to the home purchase, before 2020. <br /> PUBLIC COMMENTS -None <br /> AGENT COMMENTS <br /> • Concerns about the current depth contours and the addition of float stops, as well as the increase in the <br /> number of piles, will have a more negative impact on the shellfish habitat. Additionally, after further <br /> discussion with Mr.Burtis,an experienced professional in the marine construction industry,he expressed <br /> his opinion that having a pile on each end of the float will allow a 50ft boat to dock without any stability <br /> issues." <br /> • If DMF recommends float stops, then 4 piles will be necessary. <br /> • Agent recommends the following conditions if approved: <br /> 1. Incorporation of any DMF comments into the order of conditions <br /> 2. Submission of boat engine draft/boat size information <br /> 3. Submission of existing/recorded Ch. 91 license and status thereof <br /> 4. Requirement of shellfish mitigation fee payment prior to commencement <br /> of any work <br /> ➢ BOARD OF HEALTH: Note the location of the septic system and restrict <br /> equipment/vehicle traffic over non-load bearing (H-10) components. <br /> ➢ SHELLFISH: Shellfish Mitigation fee recommended- $60.72 <br /> 8 <br />