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Town of Mashpee Conservation Commission
<br /> 16 Great Neck Road North
<br /> Mashpee, MA 02649
<br /> • Clarification of crawl space access
<br /> • Identification of walkways on the plan
<br /> • Location and elevation of utilities and HVAC equipment above flood levels
<br /> • Inclusion of foundation plantings
<br /> The applicant,through counsel, clarified that the project does not expand the footprint and is not subject to a
<br /> waiver request, emphasizing that it is a compliant replacement of an existing structure designed to meet floodplain
<br /> requirements. It was further noted that lawn coverage is an existing condition and not subject to retroactive regulation,
<br /> although any reseeded areas must comply with current lawn standards.
<br /> Following discussion, staff and the Commission identified a number of requested revisions and clarifications to be
<br /> incorporated into the plans, including pervious patio materials, dry wells for roof runoff, crawl space access,walkway
<br /> details, foundation plantings, and utility elevations.
<br /> At the request of the applicant, and in light of the number of outstanding items, a motion was made to continue the
<br /> hearing to April 23,2026,to allow submission of a revised plan addressing the Commission's comments.
<br /> MOTION: To continue 31 Nick Trail to April 23,2026.
<br /> Motion by: Sandi Godfrey Seconded by: Richard Sahl
<br /> Vote: Motion passed by unanimous vote.
<br /> (Steve Cook, Sarah Thornbrugh,Paul Colombo, Sandi Godfrey, Richard Sahl, Seana Pitt)
<br /> NOI 134 Summersea Road,John A. Love, Trustee c/o Susan D. & Raymond P.Mitrano. 43-
<br /> Proposed landscape improvements, septic upgrade,pier extension, and mitigation plantings. 3410
<br /> (Representative: Cape&Islands Engineering,Inc.)
<br /> The representative explained that the property is located adjacent to Nantucket Sound,with resource areas
<br /> including Land Under Ocean,Land Containing Shellfish, salt marsh, coastal bank, and the associated 75-foot buffer.
<br /> The project consists of three primary components: replacement of existing asphalt walkways with pervious pavers,
<br /> construction of a pervious patio, and associated landscape improvements; full replacement of the existing septic system
<br /> with a Title 5 system incorporating nitrogen reduction; and extension of the existing licensed pier by three additional
<br /> sections to allow the float to reach deeper water and reduce grounding at low tide.
<br /> The applicant noted that the project results in a reduction of lawn area and impervious surfaces, expansion of the
<br /> coastal bank buffer through mitigation plantings, and improved nitrogen loading,with calculations indicating a
<br /> reduction from approximately 12.2 to 8.8. It was further noted that the project had received letters of no concern from
<br /> both the Harbormaster and Shellfish Constable.
<br /> Commission members discussed the proposal, with particular focus on water quality and pier design. Mr. Colombo
<br /> expressed concern regarding the proposed nitrogen-reducing septic system, noting that while it improves upon existing
<br /> conditions,more advanced systems are available that would further reduce nitrogen loading. He stated that,given the
<br /> Town's investment in nitrogen reduction, he had difficulty supporting a project that does not utilize the highest level of
<br /> treatment available.
<br /> Additional discussion addressed the proposed pier extension, including water depth limitations,float grounding,
<br /> and compliance with Division of Marine Fisheries recommendations. It was noted that the extension would improve
<br /> existing conditions by allowing the float to remain off the bottom more frequently, although full compliance with
<br /> recommended float clearance depths may not be achievable due to site constraints.
<br /> Commission members also discussed stormwater management, including the use of dry wells for roof runoff. The
<br /> applicant agreed to install and/or replace dry wells to manage runoff from roof leaders. Further discussion clarified that
<br /> details regarding the size and type of boat utilizing the pier, including draft and propulsion, should be provided on the
<br /> plans in accordance with regulatory requirements.
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