Home / Archive / VOL. IV NO. 28 12/15/2023 / Notes from Conservation Commission, December 12, 2023, hybrid

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Notes from Conservation Commission, December 12, 2023, hybrid

Harrison Pesce, Superior Propane did not attend and report on actions taken to satisfy local bylaws.

John Hart, an abutter of 13 Rattlesnake Road, reported on the excess wet soil on the property. It was so wet to such a depth that Sally Underwood Miller sunk in almost to her knees and an excavator also sunk very deep into the mud and had to be hauled out. It raises concerns. Although Underwood-Miller pointed out the wet soil may not mean hydric (making a lot unbuildable) voiced concerns about the amount of clear cutting — trees taken down — only 10,000 square feet is allowed. There was also concern about no notification to abutters, and wet soil. Consultant David Cameron noted that ten days elapsed since approval to build and therefore complaints would no longer be reviewed by the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP).

The Certificate of Compliance for 19 Lakeview was approved.

At 82 Interlaken, changes were made based on the last ConCom meeting including making the second dock a floating dock, moving the driveway, and assuring ConCom there was “no intention” to sell second lot. The Amended Order of Condition was voted and approved as was the extension to compete building.

The Rufo property on North Church is for sale. An endangered species was discovered on the lot precluding building — the plan is to sell and preserve.

Certificate of Compliance for 50 Lake Drive required site visit as did request to demolish and rebuild house and garage on .46-acre lot at 6 Maple Lane.


Photo: Lionel Delevingne.

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