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Mr. Hamilton entered the Town Engineering report into the record. Questions and comments from the Commission: The commission how the owner would access the rear of the house to maintain the infiltration systems in the rear? There is enough room for a small excavator to get back there. The commission for more detail regarding the heights of the retaining wall in relation to the infiltration system. The applicant explained that they will add a poly sheet against the wall to protect it if the system overflows. The commission asked if the proposed method of cleaning out the infiltration system will work because of the distance from the road. Mr. Gala explained that the trucks have long hoses that will be able to reach the rear of the property. The commission expressed concern about the difference in height between the property and the abutting property. The applicant explained that they are capturing all the water on site. Rain water will either be directed to the infiltration system or it will infiltrate on site. The commission stated that they want to condition a foundation as-built plan. The commission stated that they want to condition that the owner submit a yearly maintenance report. Mr. Hamilton entered abutters' letters into the record. Questions and comments from the audience: Anne Marie Tan, 17 Hamblen Street, expressed concern regarding potential flooding as a result of the construction. She added that there is historical flooding in the area. Walter Allen, 20 Homestead Street, also expressed concern about flooding in the area. George McCormack2l Hamblen Street, explained that before new construction in the area, they never had any water issues. They have now had to install sump pumps. He expressed concern that the proposed retaining walls will affect his existing stockade fence. Mr. Kirby explained that the block style retaining wall that they are putting in is not invasive during construction. Motion to close the hearing made by Mr. Beuttell and seconded by Mrs. Dohan. Vote: 6-0 in favor. 8:34pm DEP 201-1073, BL 1030 NOI, 15 Oxbow Road Owner/applicant: JMG Development Corporation Project: Raze and rebuild SFD Mike Novak and Chris Gajeski- Meridian Associates, Joe Geolmini- owner/builder