The Plymouth Conservation Commission held its regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, October 7, 2014 at the Plymouth Town Hall, 11 Lincoln Street, Plymouth, MA 02360. Present were Evelyn Strawn, Chairperson, Gerre Hooker, Vice-Chairman and Commissioners, Joshua Bows, Frank Drollett, David Foster, John Moran, and Brooke Monroe.
The secretary Michelle Turner, was also present
Brooke Monroe and John Moran were absent.
Richard Vacca, Conservation Planner, was also absent.
Disclosure: These minutes are not verbatim – they are the secretary’s interpretation of what took place at the meeting. – Open Meeting Law, G.L. c. 30A § 22.
All materials presented during this meeting are available in the Conservation Office.
Administrative Business – May include topics not reasonably anticipated by the Chair 48 hours in advance of the meeting
Continued from September 9, 2014
7:00 PM Thomas N. and Lynn B. Oertel, 270 Little Sandy Pond Road, Parcel ID 059-000-039-004. A Notice of Intent to construct a new single-family dwelling, including utilities and amenities and in-ground swimming pool, within the buffer zone of the Bordering Vegetated Wetland of Elbow Pond.
This project is subject to review by the Natural Heritage and Endangered Species Program and MESA.
Mark Flaherty, PE, Flaherty & Stefani, Inc. represented the applicant and explained the project.
There was no public comment made.
Letter from NHESP was read into the record, indicating this project will have no adverse effect.
Gerre Hooker motioned to approve the project with conditions. Approved unanimously.
The following documents were reviewed and become a part of this record:
Notice of Intent received August 11, 2014
Plan entitled “Sewage Disposal System in Plymouth, MA for Thomas & Lynn Oertel, 270 Little Sandy Pond Road, Parcel ID 059-000-039-004, dated September 18, 2014
Letter-Division of Fisheries & Wildlife, dated September 12, 2014
Letter-Division of Fisheries & Wildlife dated March 24 2008 – with email attachments
Conservation Staff Report for October 7, 2014, with photos, prepared by Richard J. Vacca
7:05 PM Edward R. and Ayli Gates, 158 Sandwich Street, Parcel ID 024-000-013-000. A Notice of Intent to construct additions to the existing dwelling, within the buffer zone of the Top of a Coastal Bank. The applicant requests a waiver to work within the 50’ “No-Build” Buffer Zone
Mark Flaherty, PE, Flaherty & Stefani, Inc. represented the applicant and explained the project to construct additions to the dwelling.
The applicants/property owners were present including the contractor, Richard Flood.
Since work was proposed within the 50 ft. no-touch zone, the plan included additional plantings to offset the construction.
There was no public comment made.
Gerre Hooker motioned to approve the project with conditions. Approved unanimously.
The following documents were reviewed and become a part of this record:
Notice of Intent received September 16, 2014
Plan entitled,Conservation Submission Plan for Edward R. & Ayli Gates, 158 Sandwich Street, dated September 12, 2014
7:15 PM Plymouth Yacht Club, 34 Union Street, Parcel ID 020-000-184C-000. A Notice of Intent to expand the existing float storage area, including grading and the construction of a retaining wall, within the buffer zone of a Coastal Bank to Plymouth Harbor.
The applicant requests a waiver to work within the 35’ “No-Touch” buffer zone.
Mark Flaherty, PE, Flaherty & Stefani, Inc. represented the applicant and explained the project.
Several Plymouth Yacht Club representatives were also represented including the contractor Wayne Forcaniari of RAWF.
Mark Flaherty showed the area where the storage of the floats would be. Plantings were offered in lieu of the construction within the 35 ft. buffer zone, including removal of invasive plant species.
No public comment was made..
Gerre Hooker motioned to approve the project with conditions. Approved unanimously.
The following documents were reviewed and become a part of this record:
Notice of Intent received September 16, 2014
Plan entitled, Conservation Submission Plan for Plymouth Yacht Club, 34 Union Streett, dated September 12, 2014
7:25 PM Absolute Building Consultants, Inc., 250 Little Sandy Pond Road, Parcel ID 059-000-039-005. A Notice of Intent to construct a new single-family dwelling, including utilities and amenities, within the buffer zone of the Bordering Vegetated Wetland of Elbow Pond.
This project is subject to review by the Natural Heritage and Endangered Species Program and MESA.
Brad Bertolo, PE, JC Engineering Inc. represented the applicant and explained the project for dwelling construction on Elbow Pond.
No public comment was made.
Letter from NHESP was read into the record, indicating this project would have no adverse effect.
Gerre Hooker motioned to approve with conditions. Approved unanimously.
The following documents were reviewed and become a part of this record:
Notice of Intent received August 28, 2014
Plan entitled, Proposed Site Plan for Absolute Building Consultants, Inc., 250, Little Sandy Pond Road, dated October 7, 2014
Letter: Division of Fisheries & Wildlife, dated September 29, 2014
Continued from September 16, 2014
7:35 PM David M. and Elizabeth H. McCarthy, 50 Center Hill Road, Parcel ID 050-000-024-003. A Notice of Intent to seek approval for any/all post-facto construction modifications made vs. the original site plan for the coastal stone revetment including amenities, within the resource of a Coastal Bank. No new work is proposed.
Mark Flaherty of Flaherty & Stefani, Inc. represented the applicant. Mr. McCarthy was also present.
Chairwoman said that the 3rd party review has not been completed and asked for a continuance. Applicant asked for permission to pursue a coastal consultant and submit their qualifications to the Conservation staff. Conservation agreed to this request.
Gerre Hooker motioned to continue to October 28th at 7:30 PM. Approved unanimously.
Continued from September 30, 2014
7:40 PM Serpens, LLC, David M. and Elizabeth H. McCarthy, 48 Center Hill Road,
Parcel ID 050-000-024-004A. A Notice of Intent for the re-construction of a coastal stone revetment, including stabilization with vegetation, within the resource of a Coastal Bank.
Gerre Hooker motioned to continue to October 28th at 7:35 PM. Approved unanimously.
Continued from September 30, 2014
7:45 PM Vega LLC, David M. and Elizabeth H. McCarthy, 9 Bayberry Road,
Parcel ID 050-004-005-000. A Notice of Intent for the re-construction of a coastal stone revetment, including stabilization with vegetation, within the resource of a Coastal Bank.
Gerre Hooker motioned to continue to October 28th at 7:40 PM. Approved unanimously.
Other Business
ORDERS OF CONDITIONS:
SE57-2724 Gilmore Farrell LLC, 77B Taylor Avenue. Gerre Hooker motioned to approve as amended. Approved unanimously.
SE57-2723 Frederick Zhang, 174 Warren Avenue. Gerre Hooker motioned to approve as amended. Approved unanimously.
The Commission reviewed the upcoming meeting calendar:
October 14: No Meeting Scheduled
October 21: Hearings
October 28: Hearings
November 3 – MONDAY MEETING DUE TO NEXT 2 TUESDAY HOLIDAYS
Brief discussion on conservation related Fall TM articles, Articles 33 and 40.
The meeting adjourned at 8 PM
Respectfully submitted,
Michelle A. Turner
Michelle A. Turner
Administrative Secretary
Approved on: November 3, 2014
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