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Effectiveness: High <br /> 12.Develop a mechanism to pre-approve lawn removal/replacement projects located within the <br /> jurisdiction of the Conservation Commission. Having a general approval for lawn <br /> replacement projects subject to appropriate conditions on native plant selection, equipment <br /> access, and erosion and sedimentation controls would simplify the lawn removal process. <br /> The type of approval process will vary by town, and could potentially be incorporated into an <br /> administrative review category. <br /> Pros: Having a lawn replacement program pre-approved by the Conservation Commission, <br /> or having the approval process streamlined will greatly increase public involvement in <br /> replacing their lawn. <br /> Cons: Issues with the level of detail needed to gain Conservation Commission approval <br /> need to be investigated. For example, is a surveyed plan needed for approval? This can <br /> generate costs that may make homeowners reluctant to move forward. <br /> Ability to Measure Load Reduction: On its own,this option does not reduce fertilizer <br /> loads. It does provide support for the lawn replacement program for which load reductions <br /> can be readily quantified. <br /> Effectiveness: Moderate <br /> 13.Develop funding opportunities to support lawn removal and offset discounted prices for <br /> appropriate lawn care products. One option is the development of a low-interest loan <br /> program modeled on the Barnstable County septic system upgrade loan program. The <br /> possibility of using state revolving funds or a 319 non-point source pollution grant(or other <br /> grant services) could be explored to provide seed money. <br /> Pros: The cost of a lawn replacement may be more than a homeowner can fund at one time, <br /> but they may be interested if they can borrow the money in a simple manner and pay it off <br /> over time. <br /> Cons: There will be costs associated with the administration of the program, and initial seed <br /> money is needed to initiate the loan process. <br /> Ability to Measure Load Reduction: On its own,this option does not reduce fertilizer <br /> loadings. It does provide support for the lawn replacement program for which load <br /> reductions can be readily quantified. <br /> Effectiveness: Moderate <br /> Pleasant Bay Fertilizer Management Plan C-6 Horsley Witten Group,Inc. <br /> Final Report December 2010 <br />