01/23/2025 CONSERVATION COMMISSION Minutes

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• Questions raised about why the project couldn't be moved entirely outside the 50ft buffer zone • Questions about pool maintenance and water disposal(should be pumped and removed off-site) • Concerns about the need for the proper limit of work staking along the north and south property lines • Staff noted the applicant reduced the size from the original plan before the first hearing • Staff raised concern that house setback benefit is diminished by being replaced with other structures • Staff noted mitigation improvements include more vegetative strata as requested • Discussion about nitrogen calculations and Board of Health review for the 5-bedroom plan • The Commission is concerned about the lack of a detailed landscape plan Additional Discussions • Commissioner suggests pervious pavers for the patio and possibly for the driveway parking area • Multiple commissioners express desire to move structures out of the 50ft buffer • Owner expresses concerns about losing sunset views if the house is moved back further • Discussion of whether the pool could be removed or scaled down (pool dimensions: 15.5ft x 30ft) • Owner explains pool is desired because the lake is sometimes unsafe for swimming • Owner willing to consider compromises but concerned about major changes • Commissioners suggest possibly moving the pool back 15-20ft to get the majority outside the buffer • Discussion about possibly reducing house size or angling positioning Continuation &Next Steps • Applicant requests a continuance to February 201 • Applicant needs to submit: 1. Revised plans showing structures moved further from the 50ft buffer if possible. 2. Detailed landscape plan 3. Nitrogen calculations to comply with Regulation 30, 4. Board of Health application for a 5-bedroom variance. Limit of work- staking plan 6. Note about pool maintenance, water disposal • Commissioners expressed willingness to work with the applicant • Staff will assist the applicant with addressing missing pieces Agent Comments • Correspondence with a consultant regarding some project concerns, including reference to the old mitigation calculations chart and the overall footprint of proposed activities. The consultant made revisions, including the use of an updated mitigation chart, adjustments to mitigation plantings to enhance vegetative strata, and reductions in the footprints of the garage,pool, and patio. ➢ Board of Health: New construction must meet full compliance with BOH I/A Septic Systems Regulation. Floor plans for the proposed new dwelling are to be reviewed upon 8