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Riverfront Area and 100-foot Buffer Zone to Bank and Bordering Vegetated Wetland Present for the applicant: Rich Kirby, LEC Environmental Consultants, Inc., Mike Novak, Meridian Associates, Ed Grant, Counsel for Artis Senior Living, Richard E. Waitt, Jr., Meridian Associates, Jason Hicks, Artis Senior Living, Gary Larson, Landscape Architect Mr. Novak explained the revised plans with suggested changes from the Fire Department and Planning Board; widening of the access driveway, installation of porous pavers within the center island which will also be used for snow storage, designated visitor only parking, use of temporary erosion control blankets, and wetland restoration. Comments from the Commission as follows: Mr. Kennedy suggested submittal of porous paver details. Mr. Kennedy asked if snow would be trucked away when the center island was full. Ms. Miller read a letter from an abutter at 440 Concord Avenue. Mr. Hamilton read a letter from Michael Bliss. Mr. Waitt responded to Mr. Bliss’ letter in detail regarding the restoration effort and prior enforcement orders for this site. David Kessler of 20 Barberry Road asked for a clarification on raising of the building elevation. Mr. Larson responded and explained that it is a one-story building, but certain areas have a different topography. Mr. Waitt gave a description of the pre and post drainage calculations and soil testing. Maxine Rodburg of 440 Concord Avenue asked about the privatization of the property. An abutter asked if salt would be used during the winter. Mr. Waitt stated that the conditions restrict use of chemicals. Motion made and seconded to close the hearing, 5-0 in favor. 8:20 pm Hearing – Lot 186E & Oakmount Circle, NOI DEP# 201-939, BL 898 Applicant: Merek Franklin, Copley Design Construction of a single-family dwelling with underground utilities and paving of a portion of Oakmount Circle within the 100-foot Buffer Zone to Bordering Vegetated Wetland Present for the applicant: Dan Orwig, Orwig Associates, Scott Kenton, Merek Franklin, Copley Design Mr. Orwig gave an overview of the site and proposed right-of-way paving. Mr. Orwig reviewed each plan and submitted revised drainage calculations and plans. Comments from the Commission as follows: Ms. Miller read a letter from the homeowners of 10 Oakmount Circle and the engineering review. Mr. Wolk asked for a clarification on if the proposed work included a sewer connection or a septic system. Mr. Hamilton suggested submittal of a planting plan.