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Documentation: NOI Application Present for the Applicant: Divyang Patel, Homeowner Mr. Patel proposed the delineation of the wetland boundary to construct a new home outside of the 100-foot Buffer Zone. Comments from the Commission as follows: Mr. Kennedy commented that he was satisfied at the site visit of the delineation done by the wetland scientist. Mr. Hamilton stated that he asked the wetland scientist to do a soil test closer to the line and there was no sign of mottling. Ms. Mullins reminded the applicant that erosion controls need to be installed and he does not have a permit for work in the 100-foot Buffer Zone. Motion made and seconded to approve the wetland delineation and issue the Order of Resource Area Delineation, 6-0 in favor. 8:37 pm Hearing - NOI, 44 Lincoln Street DEP# 201-874, BL 832 Installation of an in-ground swimming pool and associated landscape features within the 100-foot Buffer Zone Documentation: NOI Application Present for the Applicant: Maureen Hanley, Norse Environmental Ms. Hanley proposed the construction and installation of an in-ground swimming pool, a landscaping bed, stairs from the lower deck, removal of a tree, and a chain-link fence around the pool. Comments from the Commission as follows: Mr. Kennedy asked if the fence on the right side of the property could be moved farther away from the wetland. Mr. Kennedy questioned where the wetland starts to become valuable wetland in Ms. Hanley’s professional opinion. Mr. Bitsko asked if the fence was more than 25 feet away and if there was a gate proposed along the fence. Mr. Bitsko stated that a condition should be written for no dumping of debris in the wetland and asked for clarification of the removal of a white pine tree. Ms. Mullins commented that drainage calculations were not provided. Motion made and seconded to continue the hearing to October 30, 2012 at the request of the applicant, 6-0 in favor. 8:54 pm Hearing - Conservation Commission Act & Commission Code Regulations Discusss amendments to the rules and regulations with regards to Conservation Commission Chapter 145, specifically rules and regulations with regards to fines for violation of Conservation Land Rules.