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Mary Trudeau- wetlands scientist, Debbie Fortin-homeowner Ms. Trudeau explained that a couple of months ago, they came in front of the commission for a determination. At that point, the wetlands were found to be closer the property than originally thought so they are now filing the Notice of Intent. The proposed work includes an addition to the garage and house as well as an expansion of the driveway. An infiltration system has been designed to mitigate for the two additions and the additional driveway area. Mr. Hamilton entered the engineering report into the record. Motion to close the hearing made by Mr. Wolk and seconded by Mr. Beuttell. Vote: 6-0 in favor. 9:30pm DEP File 201-XXXX, BL XXXX NOI, 55 Cary Ave Owner/applicant: Stephen Strafford Project: Raze and rebuild SFD Rich Kirby- LEC Environmental, Terry Stevens-representative of homeowner Mr. Kirby explained that this project is a raze and rebuild of a single family home. The existing house extends within to the 50 ft. buffer. The lawn area extends into the wetland area. Portions of the proposed house will extend into the 50 ft. buffer, but is significantly further from the wetlands than the existing house. A large portion of the lawn will be restored to wetland vegetation. Mr. Hamilton entered the engineering report into the record. Questions and comments from the commission: The commission stated that they are concerned about approving the wetlands line because they have not seen it without snow cover. The commission stated that they need to do a site visit without snow before they can approve this project. The commission stated that they are concerned that the infiltration system behind the retaining wall will leak through the wall. Mr. Kirby stated that he will talk to the project engineer regarding this issue and look at installing a polyliner. The commission stated that they want to see FENO markers on the plan. The commission discussed where they would like to see the FENO markers placed. The commission discussed their performance standards and whether they can allow this project because it is within the 50 ft. buffer. Although the existing garage and house extend into the 50 ft., buffer, the commission stated they are comfortable with the project.