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LEGAL NOTICE AND AGENDA

WESTPORT CONSERVATION COMMISSION

PUBLIC HEARING

JULY 17, 2024 

Notice is hereby given of a Public Hearing of the Westport Conservation Commission pursuant to the Connecticut Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Act, and the Regulations for the Protection and Preservation of Inland Wetlands and Watercourses of the Town of Westport (IWW Regulations) and the Waterway Protection Line Ordinance (WPLO) to be held on Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 7:00 p.m. in the Auditorium of Westport Town Hall.  

This meeting will be live-streamed on www.westportct.gov and shown on Optimum Government Access Channel 79 and Frontier Channel 6020. Meeting materials will be available at https://www.westportct.gov/government/departments-a-z/conservation-department

The Commission shall meet to take such action under the purview of the Town’s IWW Regulations and the Waterway Protection Line Ordinance as the meeting may determine with regard to the following:

Changes or Additions to the Agenda: The Commission may amend the agenda by a 2/3 vote to include items not requiring a Public Hearing.

Public Hearing: 7:00 p.m. The following applications will be “received” by the Conservation Commission subject to determination of completion. If applications are determined to be complete the Commission will proceed by opening the hearing. (At this time interested parties may be heard after being recognized by the Chairman. Written communication may be received for all applications until the public hearing is closed.)

  1. 55 Greens Farms Road: Application #IWW,WPL-11945-24 by Keith S Wilberg, PE of the Town of Westport Engineering Dept. on behalf of 1735 Ashley LLC for proposed cleaning of Pussy Willow Brook to remove sediment and blockages that inhibit the flow of water. The proposed activity is within the WPLO area of Pussy Willow Brook.
  2. 66 Harbor Road: Application #WPL-11929-24 by Kasey O’Brien on behalf of Thomas & Pamela O’Brien to raise and elevate the existing house out of the floodplain and into FEMA compliance, construct a small addition and associated site improvements. Work is within the WPLO area of the Saugatuck River.
  3. 20 Fresenius Road: Application #IWW,WPL/E-11937-24 by Bryan Nesteriak, PE on behalf of Paul Richter for the proposed construction of a new single family residence, driveway, pool and associated work. Portions of the work are within the upland review area setbacks.
  4. 1 Wynfromere Lane: Application #IWW,WPL-11947-24 by Kousidis Engineering LLC on behalf of Robert & Valerie Newman to construct a new inground pool with attached patio and deck and associated drainage and plantings. Portions of the work are within the upland review area setbacks and the WPLO area of an unnamed tributary to Muddy Brook.
  5. 2 Webb Road: Application #IWW,WPL/E-11948-24 by Moon Gardens LLC on behalf of 2 Webb Rd LLC to demolish the existing dwelling and construct a new single family residence with attached garage, driveway, cabana, pool, drainage and associated site improvements. Portions of the work are within the upland review area setbacks.

Work Session II: (The work session is not a public hearing. The public is invited to attend but may not speak.)

  1. Receipt of applications
  2. Approval of June 12, 2024 minutes.
  3. Approval of June 17, 2024 Show Cause minutes.
  4. Compliance Report update
  5. Other Business

The Commission may not open new business on the agenda after 10:00 p.m. at the discretion of the Chairman.  This includes applications scheduled for public hearings. Items shall be continued or rescheduled to a later date as necessary.

Josh Lewi                                                                                                                                                                           

Chair, Conservation Commission                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 

It is the policy of the Town of Westport that all Town-sponsored public meetings and events are accessible to people with disabilities.  If you need assistance in participating in a meeting or event due to a disability as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact Westport’s ADA Coordinator at 203-341-1043 or eflug@westportct.gov at least three (3) business days prior to the scheduled meeting or event to request an accommodation.

Published in the Westport News twice; once on Friday, July 5, 2024 and once on Friday, July 12, 2024.

Clocked with Town Clerk on July 2, 2024

CC:        Town Clerk; First Selectwoman; Town Attorney; Director of Planning & Zoning; RTM Moderator; Chair RTM Environment Committee 

CORRECTED

LEGAL NOTICE AND AGENDA

WESTPORT CONSERVATION COMMISSION

PUBLIC HEARING

JUNE 12, 2024

Notice is hereby given of a Public Hearing of the Westport Conservation Commission pursuant to the Connecticut Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Act, and the Regulations for the Protection and Preservation of Inland Wetlands and Watercourses of the Town of Westport (IWW Regulations) and the Waterway Protection Line Ordinance (WPLO) to be held on Wednesday, June 12, 2024 at 7:00 p.m. in the Auditorium of Westport Town Hall.  

This meeting will be live-streamed on www.westportct.gov and shown on Optimum Government Access Channel 79 and Frontier Channel 6020. Meeting materials will be available at https://www.westportct.gov/government/departments-a-z/conservation-department

The Commission shall meet to take such action under the purview of the Town’s IWW Regulations and the Waterway Protection Line Ordinance as the meeting may determine with regard to the following:

Changes or Additions to the Agenda: The Commission may amend the agenda by a 2/3 vote to include items not requiring a Public Hearing.

Public Hearing: 7:00 p.m. The following applications will be “received” by the Conservation Commission subject to determination of completion. If applications are determined to be complete the Commission will proceed by opening the hearing. (At this time interested parties may be heard after being recognized by the Chairman. Written communication may be received for all applications until the public hearing is closed.)

  1. 9 Hunt Club Lane: Application #IWW/M-11921-24 by Seth Feinberg on behalf of Brendon & Sara Field to amend wetland boundary map #H10.
  2. 259 Riverside Avenue: Application #WPL-11922-24 by Tom Ryder of LandTech on behalf of CEG Riverside LLC for a proposed residential dock. Work is within the WPLO area of the Saugatuck River.
  3. 45 Compo Beach Road: Application #WPL-11923-24 by Cindy Timinsky of Moon Gardens LLC on behalf of 45 Compo Beach Rd LLC to construct a new FEMA compliant single family residence, a detached garage with an ADU above, pool, pervious patios, gravel driveway, drainage structures and associated site improvements. Work is within the WPLO area of the Saugatuck River.
  4. 2 Webb Road: Application #IWW/M-11928-24 by Aleksandra Moch on behalf of David Popkin, Westport Family Homes LLC to amend wetland boundary map #E10.
  5. 15 Beechwood Lane: Application #IWW,WPL/E-11926-24 by Aleksandra Moch on behalf of Mary Wilson & Danielle Schmelkin for the installation of an inground pool with associated pool equipment and a spa. Work is within the upland review area setback.

Work Session II: (The work session is not a public hearing. The public is invited to attend but may not speak.)

  1. Receipt of applications
  2. Approval of May 15, 2024 minutes.
  3. Compliance Report update
  4. Other Business

The Commission may not open new business on the agenda after 10:00 p.m. at the discretion of the Chairman.  This includes applications scheduled for public hearings. Items shall be continued or rescheduled to a later date as necessary.

Josh Lewi                                                                                                                                               

Chair, Conservation Commission                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       

It is the policy of the Town of Westport that all Town-sponsored public meetings and events are accessible to people with disabilities.  If you need assistance in participating in a meeting or event due to a disability as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact Westport’s ADA Coordinator at 203-341-1043 or eflug@westportct.gov at least three (3) business days prior to the scheduled meeting or event to request an accommodation.

Published in the Westport News twice; once on Friday, May 31, 2024 and once on Friday, June 7, 2024.

Clocked with Town Clerk on May 28, 2024

CC:       Town Clerk; First Selectwoman; Town Attorney; Director of Planning & Zoning; RTM Moderator; Chair RTM Environment Committee

AMENDED

 

LEGAL NOTICE AND AGENDA

WESTPORT CONSERVATION COMMISSION

PUBLIC HEARING

MAY 15, 2024

Notice is hereby given of a Public Hearing of the Westport Conservation Commission pursuant to the Connecticut Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Act, and the Regulations for the Protection and Preservation of Inland Wetlands and Watercourses of the Town of Westport (IWW Regulations) and the Waterway Protection Line Ordinance (WPLO) to be held on Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 7:00 p.m. in the Auditorium of Westport Town Hall.  

This meeting will be live-streamed on www.westportct.gov and shown on Optimum Government Access Channel 79 and Frontier Channel 6020. Meeting materials will be available at https://www.westportct.gov/government/departments-a-z/conservation-department

The Commission shall meet to take such action under the purview of the Town’s IWW Regulations and the Waterway Protection Line Ordinance as the meeting may determine with regard to the following:

Changes or Additions to the Agenda: The Commission may amend the agenda by a 2/3 vote to include items not requiring a Public Hearing.

Public Hearing: 7:00 p.m. The following applications will be “received” by the Conservation Commission subject to determination of completion. If applications are determined to be complete the Commission will proceed by opening the hearing. (At this time interested parties may be heard after being recognized by the Chairman. Written communication may be received for all applications until the public hearing is closed.)

  1. 5 Sea Spray Road: Application #WPL-11914-24 by Bryan Nesteriak, PE & Lucien Vita, AIA on behalf of Heidi Rot & Joseph Sperl to demolish an existing single-family dwelling, and construct a new single-family dwelling, driveway, walkways and deck. Work is within the WPLO area of the Saugatuck River.

 

Enforcement Activities:

  1. 3 Half Mile Common: Discussion of continuing violation for tree removal and failure to implement the approved planting plan.

     

  2. 2 Quarter Mile Road (Map: B14 Lot 87): In accordance with Sections 4.2.1 (a), (b), (c), (d), (e), and (f), 7.1 and 7.3 (f) and (h) of The Regulations for the Protection and Preservation of Wetlands and Watercourses of the Town of Westport and the Section 30-124 of the Code of Ordinances of the Town of Westport, a Show Cause Hearing of the Westport Conservation Commission will be held for a Cease & Correct Order issued to the property owners for constructing stone walls, piping a watercourse, grading changes and clearing vegetation in the wetland and wetland upland review area setbacks without permits.

     

  3. Compliance Report update
    1. 159 Kings Highway North: Update on continued violation for shed and grading.
    2. 11 Devon Road – Update on status of plans and hearing continuation

Work Session: (The work session is not a public hearing. The public is invited to attend but may not speak.)

  1. Receipt of applications
  2. Approval of April 10, 2024 minutes.
  3. 131 Beachside Avenue: Request for release of remaining bond monies being held for invasive plant monitoring as required by Permit #IWW,WPL-10765-19.
  4. Other Business

The Commission may not open new business on the agenda after 10:00 p.m. at the discretion of the Chairman.  This includes applications scheduled for public hearings. Items shall be continued or rescheduled to a later date as necessary.

Josh Lewi                                                                                                                                               

Vice Chair, Conservation Commission                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             

It is the policy of the Town of Westport that all Town-sponsored public meetings and events are accessible to people with disabilities.  If you need assistance in participating in a meeting or event due to a disability as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact Westport’s ADA Coordinator at 203-341-1043 or eflug@westportct.gov at least three (3) business days prior to the scheduled meeting or event to request an accommodation.

Published in the Westport News twice; once on Friday, May 3, 2024 and once on Friday, May 10, 2024.

Clocked with Town Clerk on April 30, 2024 and Amended on May 8, 2024

CC:       Town Clerk; First Selectwoman; Town Attorney; Director of Planning & Zoning; RTM Moderator; Chair RTM Environment Committee 

 SECOND AMENDED

 

LEGAL NOTICE AND AGENDA

WESTPORT CONSERVATION COMMISSION

PUBLIC HEARING

APRIL 10, 2024

Notice is hereby given of a Public Hearing of the Westport Conservation Commission pursuant to the Connecticut Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Act, and the Regulations for the Protection and Preservation of Inland Wetlands and Watercourses of the Town of Westport (IWW Regulations) and the Waterway Protection Line Ordinance (WPLO) to be held on Wednesday, April 10, 2024 at 7:00 p.m. in the Auditorium of Westport Town Hall.  

This meeting will be live-streamed on www.westportct.gov and shown on Optimum Government Access Channel 79 and Frontier Channel 6020. Meeting materials will be available at https://www.westportct.gov/government/departments-a-z/conservation-department

The Commission shall meet to take such action under the purview of the Town’s IWW Regulations and the Waterway Protection Line Ordinance as the meeting may determine with regard to the following:

Changes or Additions to the Agenda: The Commission may amend the agenda by a 2/3 vote to include items not requiring a Public Hearing.

Public Hearing: 7:00 p.m. The following applications will be “received” by the Conservation Commission subject to determination of completion. If applications are determined to be complete the Commission will proceed by opening the hearing. (At this time interested parties may be heard after being recognized by the Chairman. Written communication may be received for all applications until the public hearing is closed.)

  1. WITHDRAWN 45 Compo Beach Road: Application #WPL-11897-24 by Cindy Tyminsky of Moon Gardens LLC on behalf of 45 Compo Beach Road LLC to construct a new FEMA compliant single-family residence with detached garage and ADU above, pool, pervious patios, gravel driveway, drainage structures, and associated site improvements. The proposed activity is within the WPLO area of the Saugatuck River.
  2. 8 Belta Farm Road: Application #IWW,WPL/E-11898-24 by Eric D Bernheim, Esq. on behalf of Evan & Lorian Perkins to construct new single family residence, driveway, septic system and associated site improvements with consideration for a future pool. Portions of the work are within the upland review area setbacks.
  3. 52 Marion Road: Application #IWW,WPL-11899-24 by Andy Soumelidis of LandTech on behalf of Douglas & Samantha DeBono to construct additions to the existing single family residence and associated site improvements. Portions of the work are within the upland review area setbacks and the WPLO area of an unnamed tributary to Stony Brook.
  4. 43 Bermuda Road: Application #WPL-11900-24 by Curt Lowenstein of LandTech on behalf of Brian Senatore to renovate and elevate the existing house to FEMA compliance with additional site improvements. The proposed activity is within the WPLO area of the Saugatuck River.

Enforcement Actions: (Immediately following the public hearing.)

  1. CONTINUATION - 27A Sturges Commons. (Map: G12, Lot: 68 ): In accordance with sections 4.2.1 (a), (c), and (e), 7.1, 7.3 (c) and (h), and 7.4 of the Regulations for the Protection and Preservation of Wetlands and Watercourses of the Town of Westport and Section 30-124 of the Code of Ordinances of the Town of Westport, a Continued Show Cause Hearing of the Westport Conservation Commission will be held for a Cease & Correct Order issued to the property owners for constructing a stone wall and grading in the wetland setback and exceeding the scope of the permit for a pool and patio.All work lies within the 100 foot upland review area from wetlands including steep slopes. This is a continuation of the December 12, 2023 Show Cause .
  2. 11 Devon Road (Map H08, Lot 002):In accordance with Sections, 4.2.1 (a), (b), (c), (d), (e), and (f), 7.1 and 7.3 (f), (g) and (h) of The Regulations for the Protection and Preservation of Wetlands and Watercourses of the Town of Westport and Section 30-124 of the Code of Ordinances of the Town of Westport, a Show Cause Hearing of the Westport Conservation Commission will be held for a Cease & Correct Order issued to the property owners for constructing stone walls, walkways, fences, a sports court, and multiple outbuildings, and vegetation removal and grading changes in the wetland and wetland upland review area setbacks without permits.

Work Session II: (The work session is not a public hearing. The public is invited to attend but may not speak.)

  1. Receipt of applications
  2. Approval of March 20, 2024 minutes.
  3. Approval of March 15, 2024 Field Trip minutes.
  4. Compliance Report update
    1. 159 Kings Highway North: Update on continued violation for shed and grading.
  5. Other Business

The Commission may not open new business on the agenda after 10:00 p.m. at the discretion of the Chairman.  This includes applications scheduled for public hearings. Items shall be continued or rescheduled to a later date as necessary.

Thomas Carey                                                                                                                                        

Chair, Conservation Commission                                                                                                             

                                                                                                                                                             

It is the policy of the Town of Westport that all Town-sponsored public meetings and events are accessible to people with disabilities.  If you need assistance in participating in a meeting or event due to a disability as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact Westport’s ADA Coordinator at 203-341-1043 or eflug@westportct.gov at least three (3) business days prior to the scheduled meeting or event to request an accommodation.

Published in the Westport News twice; once on Friday, March 29, 2024 and once on Friday, April 5, 2024.

Clocked with Town Clerk on March 27, 2024, second revised clocked with the Town Clerk on April 3, 2024.

CC:       Town Clerk; First Selectwoman; Town Attorney; Director of Planning & Zoning; RTM Moderator; Chair RTM Environment Committee 

LEGAL NOTICE AND AGENDA

 

WESTPORT CONSERVATION COMMISSION

PUBLIC HEARING

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Notice is hereby given of a Public Hearing of the Westport Conservation Commission pursuant to the Connecticut Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Act, and the Regulations for the Protection and Preservation of Inland Wetlands and Watercourses of the Town of Westport (IWW Regulations) and the Waterway Protection Line Ordinance (WPLO) to be held on Wednesday, February 14, 2024 at 7:00 p.m. in the Auditorium of Westport Town Hall.  

This meeting will be live-streamed on www.westportct.gov and shown on Optimum Government Access Channel 79 and Frontier Channel 6020. Meeting materials will be available at https://www.westportct.gov/government/departments-a-z/conservation-department

The Commission shall meet to take such action under the purview of the Town’s IWW Regulations and the Waterway Protection Line Ordinance as the meeting may determine with regard to the following:

Changes or Additions to the Agenda: The Commission may amend the agenda by a 2/3 vote to include items not requiring a Public Hearing.

Public Hearing: 7:00 p.m. The following applications will be “received” by the Conservation Commission subject to determination of completion. If applications are determined to be complete the Commission will proceed by opening the hearing. (At this time interested parties may be heard after being recognized by the Chairman. Written communication may be received for all applications until the public hearing is closed.)

  1. Old Road Bridge over Sasco Creek at Fairfield Line: Application #IWW,WPL-11868-23 by Keith S Wilberg, PE, Deputy Town Engineer on behalf of the Town of Westport, to remove the existing two lane bridge over Sasco Creekand replace it with a new bridge in approximate place and kind. Work is within the upland review area and the WPLO area of Sasco Brook.
  2. 9 Lakeview Road: Application #IWW,WPL-11871-24 by Brian Carey of LandTech on behalf of Paul and Catherine Havas to demolish the existing structure and to construct a new FEMA compliant single family residence. Work is within the upland review area and the WPLO area of Pussy Willow Brook.
  3. 7 Sea Spray Road: Application #WPL-11872-24 by Bryan Nesteriak of B&B Engineering & Peter Cadoux of Cadoux Architects on behalf of Giselle Wagner & Paul Myserson to demolish the existing residence and to construct a new FEMA compliant single family residence, driveway, covered deck, terrace, walkways, and steps. Work is within the WPLO area of the Saugatuck River.
  4. 85 Compo Road North: Application #IWW,WPL-11873-24 by JH Builders LLC to construct a new single family residence, driveway, drainage, and associated site improvements. Work is within the upland review area setbacks and the partially within the WPLO area of Deadman’s Brook.
  5. 9 Tiffany Lane: Application #IWW,WPL/E-11874-24 by Kate Throckmorton of Environmental Land Solutions on behalf of Selu Mihut for a proposed addition, deck, walk, and fence. Portion of the work are within the upland review area setbacks.

Work Session II: (The work session is not a public hearing. The public is invited to attend but may not speak.)

  1. Receipt of applications
  2. Approval of January 17, 2024 minutes.
  3. Compliance Report update
  4. 7 Blind Brook Road South: Request to legalize gravel patio and firepit within the wetlands.
  5. 24 Canal Road: Request for modifications to Permit #WPL-11721-23.
  6. 2 Timber Lane: Request for approval to remove trees within the wetlands.
  7. Other Business

The Commission may not open new business on the agenda after 10:00 p.m. at the discretion of the Chairman.  This includes applications scheduled for public hearings. Items shall be continued or rescheduled to a later date as necessary.

Thomas Carey                                                                                                                                        

Chair, Conservation Commission                                                                                                             

                                                                                                                                                           

It is the policy of the Town of Westport that all Town-sponsored public meetings and events are accessible to people with disabilities.  If you need assistance in participating in a meeting or event due to a disability as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact Westport’s ADA Coordinator at 203-341-1043 or eflug@westportct.gov at least three (3) business days prior to the scheduled meeting or event to request an accommodation.

Published in the Westport News twice; once on Friday, February 2, 2024 and once on Friday, February 9, 2024.

Clocked with Town Clerk on January 30, 2024 

LEGAL NOTICE AND AGENDA

 

WESTPORT CONSERVATION COMMISSION

PUBLIC HEARING

JANUARY 17, 2024

Notice is hereby given of a Public Hearing of the Westport Conservation Commission pursuant to the Connecticut Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Act, and the Regulations for the Protection and Preservation of Inland Wetlands and Watercourses of the Town of Westport (IWW Regulations) and the Waterway Protection Line Ordinance (WPLO) to be held on Wednesday, January 17, 2024 at 7:00 p.m. in the Auditorium of Westport Town Hall.  

This meeting will be live-streamed on www.westportct.gov and shown on Optimum Government Access Channel 79 and Frontier Channel 6020. Meeting materials will be available at https://www.westportct.gov/government/departments-a-z/conservation-department

The Commission shall meet to take such action under the purview of the Town’s IWW Regulations and the Waterway Protection Line Ordinance as the meeting may determine with regard to the following:

Changes or Additions to the Agenda: The Commission may amend the agenda by a 2/3 vote to include items not requiring a Public Hearing.

Work Session I: (The work session is not a public hearing. The public is invited to attend but may not speak.)

  1. Annual Meeting

Public Hearing: 7:20 p.m. The following applications will be “received” by the Conservation Commission subject to determination of completion. If applications are determined to be complete the Commission will proceed by opening the hearing. (At this time interested parties may be heard after being recognized by the Chairman. Written communication may be received for all applications until the public hearing is closed.)

  1. 5 Sea Spray Road: Application #WPL-11846-23 by Bryan Nesteriak on behalf of Lynne & Joel Mesznik for a new single family residence, driveway, walkways, and deck extensions. Work is within the WPLO area of the Saugatuck River.
  2. 85 Compo Road North: Application #IWW,WPL-11858-23 by JH Builders LLC to construct a new single family residence, driveway, drainage and associated site improvements. Work is within the upland review area setbacks and the partially within the WPLO area of Deadman’s Brook.
  3. 49 Owenoke Park: Application #WPL-11863-23 by Andy Soumelidis of LandTech on behalf of 49 Owenoke Park LLC to construct an addition and associated site improvements. Work is within the WPLO area of the Saugatuck River.

Work Session II: (The work session is not a public hearing. The public is invited to attend but may not speak.)

  1. Receipt of applications
  2. Approval of December 13, 2023 minutes.
  3. 115 Harbor Road: Request for bond release being held for plantings as required by Permit # WPL-9952-15.
  4. 131 Beachside Avenue: Request for bond release being held for planting as required by Permit #IWW,WPL-10765-19.
  5. Other Business

The Commission may not open new business on the agenda after 10:00 p.m. at the discretion of the Chairman.  This includes applications scheduled for public hearings. Items shall be continued or rescheduled to a later date as necessary.

Thomas Carey                                                                                                                                        

Chair, Conservation Commission                                                                                                                                                                                                                                

It is the policy of the Town of Westport that all Town-sponsored public meetings and events are accessible to people with disabilities.  If you need assistance in participating in a meeting or event due to a disability as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact Westport’s ADA Coordinator at 203-341-1043 or eflug@westportct.gov at least three (3) business days prior to the scheduled meeting or event to request an accommodation.

Clocked with Town Clerk on January 3, 2024

Published in the Westport News twice; once on Friday, January 5, 2024 and once on Friday, January 12, 2024. 

LEGAL NOTICE AND AGENDA

 

WESTPORT CONSERVATION COMMISSION

PUBLIC HEARING

DECEMBER 13, 2023 

Notice is hereby given of a Public Hearing of the Westport Conservation Commission pursuant to the Connecticut Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Act, and the Regulations for the Protection and Preservation of Inland Wetlands and Watercourses of the Town of Westport (IWW Regulations) and the Waterway Protection Line Ordinance (WPLO) to be held on Wednesday, December 13, 2023 at 7:00 p.m. in the Auditorium of Westport Town Hall.  

This meeting will be live-streamed on www.westportct.gov and shown on Optimum Government Access Channel 79 and Frontier Channel 6020. Meeting materials will be available at https://www.westportct.gov/government/departments-a-z/conservation-department

The Commission shall meet to take such action under the purview of the Town’s IWW Regulations and the Waterway Protection Line Ordinance as the meeting may determine with regard to the following:

Changes or Additions to the Agenda: The Commission may amend the agenda by a 2/3 vote to include items not requiring a Public Hearing.

Work Session I:

  1. Election of Officers

Public Hearing: 7:00 p.m. The following applications will be “received” by the Conservation Commission subject to determination of completion. If applications are determined to be complete the Commission will proceed by opening the hearing. (At this time interested parties may be heard after being recognized by the Chairman. Written communication may be received for all applications until the public hearing is closed.)

 

  1. 9 Murvon Court:Application #WPL-11845-23 by Shaun Stuer to elevate residence to FEMA compliance, construct a small addition and driveway expansion, reduce the impervious coverage and add plantings. Work is within the WPLO area of the Saugatuck River.
  2. 5 Sea Spray Road:Application #WPL-11846-23 by Bryan Nesteriak on behalf of Lynne & Joel Mesznik for a new single family residence, driveway, walkways, and deck extensions. Work is within the WPLO area of the Saugatuck River.

Work Session: (The work session is not a public hearing. The public is invited to attend but may not speak.)

  1. Receipt of applications
  2. Approval of November 15, 2023 minutes.
  3. Compliance Report
  4. 63 Cross Highway: Request for bond release being held for plantings as required by Permit #IWW,WPL/E-11540-22.
  5. Other Business

The Commission may not open new business on the agenda after 10:00 p.m. at the discretion of the Chairman.  This includes applications scheduled for public hearings. Items shall be continued or rescheduled to a later date as necessary.

Thomas Carey                                                                                                                                        

Chair, Conservation Commission                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       

It is the policy of the Town of Westport that all Town-sponsored public meetings and events are accessible to people with disabilities.  If you need assistance in participating in a meeting or event due to a disability as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact Westport’s ADA Coordinator at 203-341-1043 or eflug@westportct.gov at least three (3) business days prior to the scheduled meeting or event to request an accommodation.

 

Clocked with Town Clerk on November 29, 2023

 

Published in the Westport News twice; once on Friday, December 1, 2023 and once on Friday, December 8, 2023. 

REVISED

 

To include Legal/Enforcement Actions

LEGAL NOTICE AND AGENDA

WESTPORT CONSERVATION COMMISSION

PUBLIC HEARING

NOVEMBER 15, 2023 

Notice is hereby given of a Public Hearing of the Westport Conservation Commission pursuant to the Connecticut Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Act, and the Regulations for the Protection and Preservation of Inland Wetlands and Watercourses of the Town of Westport (IWW Regulations) and the Waterway Protection Line Ordinance (WPLO) to be held on Wednesday, November 15, 2023 at 7:00 p.m. in the Auditorium of Westport Town Hall.  

This meeting will be live-streamed on www.westportct.gov and shown on Optimum Government Access Channel 79 and Frontier Channel 6020. Meeting materials will be available at https://www.westportct.gov/government/departments-a-z/conservation-department

The Commission shall meet to take such action under the purview of the Town’s IWW Regulations and the Waterway Protection Line Ordinance as the meeting may determine with regard to the following:

Changes or Additions to the Agenda: The Commission may amend the agenda by a 2/3 vote to include items not requiring a Public Hearing.

Public Hearing: 7:00 p.m. The following applications will be “received” by the Conservation Commission subject to determination of completion. If applications are determined to be complete the Commission will proceed by opening the hearing. (At this time interested parties may be heard after being recognized by the Chairman. Written communication may be received for all applications until the public hearing is closed.)

  1. 8 Twin Bridge Acre Road: Application #IWW/M-11827-23 by Aleksandra Moch on behalf of Andrew and Samantha Eliot to amend wetland boundary map #B16.
  2. 7 Short Street: Application #IWW,WPL/E-11823-23 by William Kenny Associates LLC on behalf of Michael T Francia & Katherine A (Halso) Francia to demolish the existing residence and construct a new two-story elevated residence with attached garage, a new driveway, an in-ground pool, and associated site improvements and plantings. Portions of the work are within the WPLO area of the Saugatuck River.
  3. 11 Mortar Rock Road: Application #IWW,WPL/E-11824-23 by Jim Kousidis on behalf of Neal T & Rachel L Herman for a proposed one-car garage addition and new driveway expansion with associated site improvements. Portions of the work are within the upland review area setbacks.

Legal/Enforcement Actions:

  1. 33 Hickory Drive: Review and Discussion of Staff’s issuance of Permit #AA,WPL/E-11208-21 by Elizabeth Development LLC on behalf of The 33 Hickory Land Trust for a two story addition, a 3-foot wide walk, refurbish the existing deck and remove the shed. The Permit was amended to remove the deck in the rear and add a covered front porch on January 10, 2023 and further amended to revise the drainage on April 19, 2023.

Work Session: (The work session is not a public hearing. The public is invited to attend but may not speak.)

  1. Receipt of applications
  2. Approval of October 18, 2023 minutes.
  3. Approval of October 30, 2023 Special Meeting minutes.
  4. Compliance Report
  5. 39 Coleytown Road: Request for an Administrative Approval for a rear entryway and steps.
  6. Other Business

The Commission may not open new business on the agenda after 10:00 p.m. at the discretion of the Chairman.  This includes applications scheduled for public hearings. Items shall be continued or rescheduled to a later date as necessary.

Thomas Carey                                                                                                                                        

Chair, Conservation Commission   

It is the policy of the Town of Westport that all Town-sponsored public meetings and events are accessible to people with disabilities.  If you need assistance in participating in a meeting or event due to a disability as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact Westport’s ADA Coordinator at 203-341-1043 or eflug@westportct.gov at least three (3) business days prior to the scheduled meeting or event to request an accommodation.

Clocked with Town Clerk on October 31, 2023, Revision filed on November 6, 2023

Published in the Westport News twice; once on Friday, November 3, 2023 and once on Friday, November 10, 2023.

REVISED

 

ROOM CHANGE

LEGAL NOTICE AND AGENDA

WESTPORT CONSERVATION COMMISSION

SPECIAL MEETING

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Notice is hereby given of a Special Meeting of the Westport Conservation Commission pursuant to the Connecticut Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Act, and the Regulations for the Protection and Preservation of Inland Wetlands and Watercourses of the Town of Westport (IWW Regulations) and the Waterway Protection Line Ordinance (WPLO) to be held on MONDAY Wednesday, October 30, 2023 at 7:00 p.m. in ROOM 201/201A of Westport Town Hall.  

This meeting will be live-streamed on www.westportct.gov. Meeting materials will be available at https://www.westportct.gov/government/departments-a-z/conservation-departmen

The Commission shall meet to take such action under the purview of the Town’s IWW Regulations and the Waterway Protection Line Ordinance as the meeting may determine with regard to the following:

Public Hearing: 7:00 p.m. The following applications will be “received” by the Conservation Commission subject to determination of completion. If applications are determined to be complete the Commission will proceed by opening the hearing. (At this time interested parties may be heard after being recognized by the Chairman. Written communication may be received for all applications until the public hearing is closed.)

  1. 15 Riverview Road:  Application #WPL-11800-23 by John Hilts on behalf of Nancy Kail 2013 Revocable Living Trust to replace stone seawall, replace a ramp and float with a pier, ramp and floating dock, and replant and augment wetland vegetation. Work is within the WPLO area of the Saugatuck River.
  2. 4 Marsh Court:  Application #WPL-11801-23 by John Hilts on behalf of William Mitchell to construct a new ramp and float dock. Work is within the WPLO area of the Saugatuck River.
  3. 60 Cranbury Road:  Application #IWW,WPL/E-11804-23 Megan Robertson of MLR Properties LLC on behalf of Jeffrey & Susan Rubin to remove an existing inground pool and associated patio and install a new pool and equipment pad. Portions of the work are within the upland review area setbacks.
  4. 30 Edgewater Hillside:  Application #WPL-11807-23 by Bryan Nesteriak on behalf of Kevin Chessen to raise and renovate the existing dwelling, construct a new front porch, pool, pool patio, terrace, sports court, walkways and retaining walls. Work is within the WPLO area of the Sherwood Mill Pond.

Work Session: Immediately following the public hearing (The work session is not a public hearing. The public is invited to attend but may not speak.)

  1. 2 Half Mile Common:  Request for bond release being held for plantings as required by Permit #IWW,WPL/E-11403-21.

The Commission may not open new business on the agenda after 10:00 p.m. at the discretion of the Chairman.  This includes applications scheduled for public hearings. Items shall be continued or rescheduled to a later date as necessary.

Thomas Carey                                                                                                                                        

Chair, Conservation Commission                                                                                                              

LEGAL NOTICE AND AGENDA

 

WESTPORT CONSERVATION COMMISSION

PUBLIC HEARING

OCTOBER 18, 2023 

Notice is hereby given of a Public Hearing of the Westport Conservation Commission pursuant to the Connecticut Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Act, and the Regulations for the Protection and Preservation of Inland Wetlands and Watercourses of the Town of Westport (IWW Regulations) and the Waterway Protection Line Ordinance (WPLO) to be held on Wednesday, October 18, 2023 at 7:00 p.m. in the Auditorium of Westport Town Hall.  

This meeting will be live-streamed on www.westportct.gov and shown on Optimum Government Access Channel 79 and Frontier Channel 6020. Meeting materials will be available at https://www.westportct.gov/government/departments-a-z/conservation-department

The Commission shall meet to take such action under the purview of the Town’s IWW Regulations and the Waterway Protection Line Ordinance as the meeting may determine with regard to the following:

Changes or Additions to the Agenda: The Commission may amend the agenda by a 2/3 vote to include items not requiring a Public Hearing.

Public Hearing: 7:00 p.m. The following applications will be “received” by the Conservation Commission subject to determination of completion. If applications are determined to be complete the Commission will proceed by opening the hearing. (At this time interested parties may be heard after being recognized by the Chairman. Written communication may be received for all applications until the public hearing is closed.)

  1. Parker Harding Plaza:  Application #WPL-11805-23 by Keith S Wilberg PE, Town Engineer on behalf of the Town of Westport to revise the existing roadway and parking lot, build sidewalks, a river-front boardwalk and park areas and to relocate the trash and recycling dumpsters. Work is within the WPLO area of the Saugatuck River.
  2. 79 Riverside Avenue: Continued Application: Application #WPL-11774-23 by Bryan Nesteriak on behalf of Lucien Vita for a new residence, driveway, patio, walkway, steps and retaining wall. Portions of the work are within the WPLO area of the Saugatuck River.
  3. 11 Mortar Rock Road:  Application #IWW/M-11797-23 by Kousidis Engineering LLC on behalf of Neal T & Rachel L Herman to amend wetland boundary map #D07.
  4. 3 Tupelo Road: Continued Application: Application #IWW,WPL-11782-23 by Aleksandra Moch on behalf of Emily & Lewis Liebert to construct an in-ground swimming pool with associated stormwater management system. Work is within the upland review area setbacks and the WPLO area of Deadman’s Brook.

Work Session: Immediately following the public hearing (The work session is not a public hearing. The public is invited to attend but may not speak.)

  1. Receipt of applications
  2. Approval of September 13, 2023 minutes.

The Commission may not open new business on the agenda after 10:00 p.m. at the discretion of the Chairman.  This includes applications scheduled for public hearings. Items shall be continued or rescheduled to a later date as necessary.

Thomas Carey                                                                                                                                        Chair, Conservation Commission  

LEGAL NOTICE AND AGENDA

 

WESTPORT CONSERVATION COMMISSION

PUBLIC HEARING

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

Notice is hereby given of a Public Hearing of the Westport Conservation Commission pursuant to the Connecticut Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Act, and the Regulations for the Protection and Preservation of Inland Wetlands and Watercourses of the Town of Westport (IWW Regulations) and the Waterway Protection Line Ordinance (WPLO) to be held on Wednesday, September 13, 2023 at 7:00 p.m. in the Auditorium of Westport Town Hall.  

This meeting will be live-streamed on www.westportct.gov and shown on Optimum Government Access Channel 79 and Frontier Channel 6020. Meeting materials will be available at https://www.westportct.gov/government/departments-a-z/conservation-department

The Commission shall meet to take such action under the purview of the Town’s IWW Regulations and the Waterway Protection Line Ordinance as the meeting may determine with regard to the following:

Changes or Additions to the Agenda: The Commission may amend the agenda by a 2/3 vote to include items not requiring a Public Hearing.

Public Hearing: 7:00 p.m. The following applications will be “received” by the Conservation Commission subject to determination of completion. If applications are determined to be complete the Commission will proceed by opening the hearing. (At this time interested parties may be heard after being recognized by the Chairman. Written communication may be received for all applications until the public hearing is closed.)

  1. 18 Partrick Road: Application #IWW,WPL/E-11783-23 by Anthony T McDowell on behalf of Earthplace, Inc. for a 75-foot boardwalk connecting two upland areas across a seasonal wet area. Work is within the upland review area and the wetland.
  2. 3 Lakeview Road: Application #IWW,WPL/E-11767-23 by Brian Carey of LandTech on behalf of Rob Kovac of Sherwood Homes LLC to construct a small raised porch along the northeastern corner of the residence and install a pad mounted generator along the southeastern corner of the residence. Work is within the upland review area setback.
  3. 8 Spriteview Avenue: Application #WPL-11770-23 by Yulee Aronson, PE on behalf of Van Dam LLC to elevate the residence to meet FEMA regulations, first and second floor egress stairs, new elevator, extend roof over front stair over elevator shaft, interior renovations, and mechanicals. Work is within the WPLO area of the Saugatuck River.
  4. 79 Riverside Avenue: Application #WPL-11774-23 by Bryan Nesteriak on behalf of Lucien Vita for a new residence, driveway, patio, walkway, steps and retaining wall. Portions of the work are within the WPLO area of the Saugatuck River.
  5. 155 Riverside Avenue: Application #WPL-11785-23 by McChord Engineering Associates, Inc. on behalf of Jose E Andrade Estate for the demolition of the existing residence and majority of the hardscape and construction of a new residence and associated hardscape and associated site improvements. Portions of the work are within the WPLO area of the Saugatuck River.
  6. 50 Roseville Road: Application #IWW,WPL-11781-23 by Jim Kousidis on behalf of Stanley & Natalia Pinkus for a single-family residence with attached garage, new permeable driveway, new septic system and associated site improvements. Portions of the work are within the upland review area and the WPLO area of a tributary to Muddy Brook.
  7. 3 Tupelo Road: Application #IWW,WPL-11782-23 by Aleksandra Moch on behalf of Emily & Lewis Liebert to construct an in-ground swimming pool with associated stormwater management system. Work is within the upland review area setbacks and the WPLO area of Deadman’s Brook.

Work Session: Immediately following the public hearing (The work session is not a public hearing. The public is invited to attend but may not speak.)

  1. Receipt of applications
  2. Approval of July 19, 2023 minutes.
  3. Compliance Report
  4. 6 Lost Lodge Road: Request for Administrative Approval for an at grade patio.
  5. 197 Hillspoint Road: Request for bond release as required by Permit #WPL-7926-06 for plantings.
  6. 1141 Post Road East: Request for bond release as required by Permits #IWW 10542-18 and WPL 10543-18 for plantings.
  7. Review of WestCog report.
  8. Other business

The Commission may not open new business on the agenda after 10:00 p.m. at the discretion of the Chairman.  This includes applications scheduled for public hearings. Items shall be continued or rescheduled to a later date as necessary.

Thomas Carey                                                                                                                                        

Chair, Conservation Commission                                                                                                                                                                                                                      

It is the policy of the Town of Westport that all Town-sponsored public meetings and events are accessible to people with disabilities.  If you need assistance in participating in a meeting or event due to a disability as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact Westport’s ADA Coordinator at 203-341-1043 or eflug@westportct.gov at least three (3) business days prior to the scheduled meeting or event to request an accommodation.

Clocked with Town Clerk on August 28, 2023

Published in the Westport News twice; once on Friday, September 1, 2023 and once on Friday, September 8, 2023. 

AMENDED TO REMOVE AGENDA ITEM #2

 

LEGAL NOTICE AND AGENDA

WESTPORT CONSERVATION COMMISSION

PUBLIC HEARING

JULY 19, 2023

Notice is hereby given of a Public Hearing of the Westport Conservation Commission pursuant to the Connecticut Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Act, and the Regulations for the Protection and Preservation of Inland Wetlands and Watercourses of the Town of Westport (IWW Regulations) and the Waterway Protection Line Ordinance (WPLO) to be held on Wednesday, July 19, 2023 at 7:00 p.m. in the Auditorium of Westport Town Hall.  

This meeting will be live-streamed on www.westportct.gov and shown on Optimum Government Access Channel 79 and Frontier Channel 6020. Meeting materials will be available at https://www.westportct.gov/government/departments-a-z/conservation-department

The Commission shall meet to take such action under the purview of the Town’s IWW Regulations and the Waterway Protection Line Ordinance as the meeting may determine with regard to the following:

Changes or Additions to the Agenda: The Commission may amend the agenda by a 2/3 vote to include items not requiring a Public Hearing.

Public Hearing: 7:00 p.m. The following applications will be “received” by the Conservation Commission subject to determination of completion. If applications are determined to be complete the Commission will proceed by opening the hearing. (At this time interested parties may be heard after being recognized by the Chairman. Written communication may be received for all applications until the public hearing is closed.)

  1. 52 Marion Road: Application #IWW/M-11762-23 by Andy Soumelidis of LandTech on behalf of Douglas & Samantha Debono to amend wetland boundary map #B08.
  2. WITHDRAWN APPLICATION – Parker Harding Plaza:Application #WPL-11724-23 by Keith Wilberg, PE, Town Engineer on behalf of the Town of Westport to revise the existing roadway and parking lot, build sidewalks, a river-front boardwalk and park areas. The area will include trash and recycling dumpsters. The dry stone retaining wall at the Saugatuck River is to remain in place. Work is within the WPLO area of the Saugatuck River.
  3. 9 Green Acre Lane: Application #IWW,WPL-11754-23 by Bryan Nesteriak on behalf of Jessica & Jonathan Manela to construct an addition, driveway and retaining wall. Portions of the work are within the upland review area and the WPLO area of an unnamed tributary of Pussy Willow Brook.
  4. 1A Plunkett Place: Application #IWW,WPL-11763-23 by L Morgan Properties, Inc. on behalf of ELR Morgan LLC to construct a new single family residence, driveway, pool, drainage and associated site improvements. Portions of the work are within the upland review area setbacks.
  5. 25 Ford Road: Application #IWW,WPL-11764-23 by David Fiereck, PE of Loureiro Engineering Associates, Inc. on behalf of 25 Ford Road LLC to conduct environmental remediation consisting of shallow excavation, installation of a flexible membrane liner, backfill and restoration of existing grades. The work is partially within the WPLO area of the Saugatuck River and the West Branch of the Saugatuck River.

Work Session: Immediately following the public hearing (The work session is not a public hearing. The public is invited to attend but may not speak.)

  1. Receipt of applications
  2. Approval of June 21, 2023 minutes.
  3. Compliance Report
  4. Other business

The Commission may not open new business on the agenda after 10:00 p.m. at the discretion of the Chairman.  This includes applications scheduled for public hearings. Items shall be continued or rescheduled to a later date as necessary.

Thomas Carey                                                                                                                                        

Chair, Conservation Commission                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       

It is the policy of the Town of Westport that all Town-sponsored public meetings and events are accessible to people with disabilities.  If you need assistance in participating in a meeting or event due to a disability as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact Westport’s ADA Coordinator at 203-341-1043 or eflug@westportct.gov at least three (3) business days prior to the scheduled meeting or event to request an accommodation.

Clocked with Town Clerk on June 30, 2023, amendment clocked July 5, 2023

 

Published in the Westport News twice; once on Friday, July 7, 2023 and once on Friday, July 14, 2023. 

LEGAL NOTICE AND AGENDA

 

WESTPORT CONSERVATION COMMISSION

PUBLIC HEARING

JUNE 21, 2023 

Notice is hereby given of a Public Hearing of the Westport Conservation Commission pursuant to the Connecticut Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Act, and the Regulations for the Protection and Preservation of Inland Wetlands and Watercourses of the Town of Westport (IWW Regulations) and the Waterway Protection Line Ordinance (WPLO) to be held on Wednesday, June 21, 2023 at 7:00 p.m. in the Auditorium of Westport Town Hall.  

This meeting will be live-streamed on www.westportct.gov and shown on Optimum Government Access Channel 79 and Frontier Channel 6020. Meeting materials will be available at https://www.westportct.gov/government/departments-a-z/conservation-department

The Commission shall meet to take such action under the purview of the Town’s IWW Regulations and the Waterway Protection Line Ordinance as the meeting may determine with regard to the following:

Changes or Additions to the Agenda: The Commission may amend the agenda by a 2/3 vote to include items not requiring a Public Hearing.

Public Hearing: 7:00 p.m. The following applications will be “received” by the Conservation Commission subject to determination of completion. If applications are determined to be complete the Commission will proceed by opening the hearing. (At this time interested parties may be heard after being recognized by the Chairman. Written communication may be received for all applications until the public hearing is closed.)

  1. 1A Plunkett Place:  Application #IWW/M-11751-23 by ELR Morgan LLC to amend wetland boundary map #G11.
  2. Plumtree Right of Way:  Application IWW,WPL/E-11752-23 by the Town of Westport, Public Works Department for installation of a municipal sewer main line extension within the Plumtree right-of-way. Portions of the work are within the upland review area setback.
  3. 24 Canal Road:  Application #WPL-11721-23 by Jim Kousidis on Heidi Schoeneck for proposed renovations to the existing residence including additions, an attached carport and new driveway. The entire residence will be brought into FEMA compliance. Work is within the WPLO area of the Saugatuck River. 

Work Session: Immediately following the public hearing (The work session is not a public hearing. The public is invited to attend but may not speak.)

  1. Receipt of applications
  2. Approval of May 17, 2023 minutes.
  3. 61 Kings Highway South:  Request for bond release being held for plantings and monitoring as a requirement of Permit #IWW,WPL-10389-17.
  4. Other business

The Commission may not open new business on the agenda after 10:00 p.m. at the discretion of the Chairman.  This includes applications scheduled for public hearings. Items shall be continued or rescheduled to a later date as necessary.

Thomas Carey                                                                                                                                      Chair, Conservation Commission

FIRST CORRECTED

 

LEGAL NOTICE AND AGENDA

WESTPORT CONSERVATION COMMISSION

PUBLIC HEARING

MAY 17, 2023 

Notice is hereby given of a Public Hearing of the Westport Conservation Commission pursuant to the Connecticut Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Act, and the Regulations for the Protection and Preservation of Inland Wetlands and Watercourses of the Town of Westport (IWW Regulations) and the Waterway Protection Line Ordinance (WPLO) to be held on Wednesday, May 17, 2023 at 7:00 p.m. in ROOM 201 of Westport Town Hall.  

This meeting will be live-streamed on www.westportct.gov and shown on Optimum Government Access Channel 79 and Frontier Channel 6020. Meeting materials will be available at https://www.westportct.gov/government/departments-a-z/conservation-department

The Commission shall meet to take such action under the purview of the Town’s IWW Regulations and the Waterway Protection Line Ordinance as the meeting may determine with regard to the following:

Changes or Additions to the Agenda: The Commission may amend the agenda by a 2/3 vote to include items not requiring a Public Hearing.

Public Hearing: 7:00 p.m. The following applications will be “received” by the Conservation Commission subject to determination of completion. If applications are determined to be complete the Commission will proceed by opening the hearing. (At this time interested parties may be heard after being recognized by the Chairman. Written communication may be received for all applications until the public hearing is closed.)

  1. 60 Cranbury Road:  Application #IWW/M-11713-23 by MLR Properties LLC on behalf of Jeffrey & Susan Rubin to amend wetland boundary map #A11.
  2. 128 Bayberry Lane:  Application #IWW,WPL/E-11719-23 by John Fallon, Esq on behalf of Beltas Farm Legacy LLC to construct a new single family residence, driveway, septic system and drainage.
  3. 11 Murvon Court:  Application #WPL-11720-23 by Moon Gardens LLC on behalf Eymard & Madhurya Chitty to construct a new single family residence with an attached garage, patio, mechanical deck, driveway and drainage system. Work is within the WPLO area of the Saugatuck River.
  4. 15 Green Acre Lane:  Application #IWW,WPL/E-11722-23 by Peter Romano of LandTech on behalf of Hiroko Rawald to construct a new accessory dwelling unit, patio and walkway. Portions of the work are within the upland review area and the WPLO area of an unnamed watercourse.
  5. 85 Compo Road North:  Application #IWW,WPL/E-11742-23  by Town of Westport on behalf of the estate of Janis T Folsom for a main line sewer extension. Work will be within the wetland, the upland review area and the WPLO area of Deadman’s Brook.

Work Session: Immediately following the public hearing (The work session is not a public hearing. The public is invited to attend but may not speak.)

  1. Receipt of applications
  2. Approval of April 19, 2023 minutes.
  3. Approval of April 14, 2023 field trip minutes.
  4. 23 Bermuda Road:  Request for bond release being held for planting as required by Permit #WPL-11190-21.
  5. Other business

The Commission may not open new business on the agenda after 10:00 p.m. at the discretion of the Chairman.  This includes applications scheduled for public hearings. Items shall be continued or rescheduled to a later date as necessary.

Thomas Carey                                                                                                                                      Chair, Conservation Commission  

  LEGAL NOTICE AND AGENDA

 

WESTPORT CONSERVATION COMMISSION

PUBLIC HEARING

APRIL 19, 2023

Notice is hereby given of a Public Hearing of the Westport Conservation Commission pursuant to the Connecticut Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Act, and the Regulations for the Protection and Preservation of Inland Wetlands and Watercourses of the Town of Westport (IWW Regulations) and the Waterway Protection Line Ordinance (WPLO) to be held on Wednesday, April 19, 2023 at 7:00 p.m. in the Auditorium of Westport Town Hall.  

This meeting will be live-streamed on www.westportct.gov and shown on Optimum Government Access Channel 79 and Frontier Channel 6020. Meeting materials will be available at https://www.westportct.gov/government/departments-a-z/conservation-department

The Commission shall meet to take such action under the purview of the Town’s IWW Regulations and the Waterway Protection Line Ordinance as the meeting may determine with regard to the following:

Changes or Additions to the Agenda: The Commission may amend the agenda by a 2/3 vote to include items not requiring a Public Hearing.

Public Hearing: 7:00 p.m. The following applications will be “received” by the Conservation Commission subject to determination of completion. If applications are determined to be complete the Commission will proceed by opening the hearing. (At this time interested parties may be heard after being recognized by the Chairman. Written communication may be received for all applications until the public hearing is closed.)

  1. 17 Wakeman Place: Application #WPL-11710-23 by Gregory Naughton for a residential dock with access pier and path connected to the existing walkway. Work is within the WPLO area of the Saugatuck River.
  2. 27 Stony Brook Road: Application #IWW,WPL-11708-23 by Justin Giorlando, PE on behalf of Nansie Bernard to remove two accessory structures and reduce/relocate the driveway and impervious patios/walkways/ realign the driveway to avoid the WPL and construct a 750 s.f. detached ADU , a 200 s.f. greenhouse, and new patios and walkways. Portions of the work are within the upland review area and the WPLO area of Stony Brook.
  3. 23 High Point Road: Application #IWW,WPL/E-11711-23 by Curt Lowenstein of LandTech on behalf of 23 High Point Road LLC to construct a pool, ADU, pergola with outdoor kitchen, patio, septic system and associated upland mitigation plantings. Portions of the work are within the upland review area setbacks.
  4. 3 Tupelo Road: Application #IWW,WPL-11707-23 by Aleksandra Moch on behalf of Emily & Lewis Liebert to install an inground swimming pool with associated stormwater management system. Portions of the work are within the upland review area and the WPLO area of Dead Man’s Brook.
  5. 3 Richmondville Avenue: Application #IWW,WPL-11690-23 by 3 Richmondville Westport LLC to construct a new 16’ X32’ inground pool with attached patio and retaining walls with associated site improvements. Portions of the work are within the upland review area and the WPLO area of Willow Brook.
  6. 17 Grove Point Road: Application #IWW,WPL-11712-23 by Kousidis Engineering on behalf of Benjamin Joseloff & Taryn M Allen to construct a new terrace, deck and inground pool and attached patio with associated site improvements. Portions of the work are within the upland review area and the WPLO area of the Sherwood Mill Pond.

Work Session: Immediately following the public hearing (The work session is not a public hearing. The public is invited to attend but may not speak.)

  1. Receipt of applications
  2. Approval of March 15, 2023 minutes.
  3. Approval of March 10, 2023 field trip minutes.
  4. Other business

The Commission may not open new business on the agenda after 10:00 p.m. at the discretion of the Chairman.  This includes applications scheduled for public hearings. Items shall be continued or rescheduled to a later date as necessary.

Thomas Carey                                                                                                                                        

Chair, Conservation Commission                                                                                                             

                                                                                                                                                              

It is the policy of the Town of Westport that all Town-sponsored public meetings and events are accessible to people with disabilities.  If you need assistance in participating in a meeting or event due to a disability as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact Westport’s ADA Coordinator at 203-341-1043 or eflug@westportct.gov at least three (3) business days prior to the scheduled meeting or event to request an accommodation.

 

 

SECOND REVISED

LEGAL NOTICE AND AGENDA

WESTPORT CONSERVATION COMMISSION

PUBLIC HEARING

MARCH 15, 2023

Notice is hereby given of a Public Hearing of the Westport Conservation Commission pursuant to the Connecticut Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Act, and the Regulations for the Protection and Preservation of Inland Wetlands and Watercourses of the Town of Westport (IWW Regulations) and the Waterway Protection Line Ordinance (WPLO) to be held on Wednesday, March 15, 2023 at 7:00 p.m. in Room 201 in the Auditorium of Westport Town Hall.  

This meeting will be live-streamed on www.westportct.gov and shown on Optimum Government Access Channel 79 and Frontier Channel 6020. Meeting materials will be available at https://www.westportct.gov/government/departments-a-z/conservation-department

The Commission shall meet to take such action under the purview of the Town’s IWW Regulations and the Waterway Protection Line Ordinance as the meeting may determine with regard to the following:

Changes or Additions to the Agenda: The Commission may amend the agenda by a 2/3 vote to include items not requiring a Public Hearing.

Public Hearing: 7:00 p.m. The following applications will be “received” by the Conservation Commission subject to determination of completion. If applications are determined to be complete the Commission will proceed by opening the hearing. (At this time interested parties may be heard after being recognized by the Chairman. Written communication may be received for all applications until the public hearing is closed.)

  1. 50 Roseville Road: Application #IWW/M-11676-23 by Aleksandra Moch on behalf of Stan Pinkus to amend wetland boundary map F09.
  2. 3 Richmondville Avenue: Application #IWW/M-11696-23 by 3 Richmondville Westport LLC to amend wetland boundary map #C11.
  3. 17 Grove Point Road: Application #IWW/M-11688-23 by Kousidis Engineering on behalf of Benjamin Joseloff to amend wetland boundary map #E06.
  4. 23 High Point Road: Application #IWW/M-11619-23 by Curt Lowenstein of LandTech on behalf of 23 High Point Road LLC to amend wetland boundary map #G11.
  5. 29 Owenoke Park: Application #WPL-11677-23 by Bryan Nesteriak on behalf of David & Betsey Lebow to construct a new single family residence, driveway, pool, retaining walls, utility pad, patios, walkways, steps and associated site improvements. Work is partially within the WPLO area of the Saugatuck River.
  6. 215 Hillspoint Road: Application #WPL-11683-23 by Force Engineering LLC on behalf of Carole E Alexander for a proposed FEMA compliant single family residence, driveway and raingarden. Work is within the WPLO area of Sherwood Mill Pond.
  7. 16 Fresenius Road, Lot B: Application #IWW,WPL/E-11691-23 by Bryan Nesteriak on behalf of Paul Richter to construct a new single family residence, driveway, porch, deck and retaining walls. Portions of the work are within the upland review area.

Work Session: Immediately following the public hearing (The work session is not a public hearing. The public is invited to attend but may not speak.)

  1. Receipt of applications
  2. Approval of February 15, 2023 minutes.
  3. 25 Cob Drive: Request for administrative approval for a 77 s.f. kitchen expansion over an existing deck with no additional foundation work required.
  4. Other business

The Commission may not open new business on the agenda after 10:00 p.m. at the discretion of the Chairman.  This includes applications scheduled for public hearings. Items shall be continued or rescheduled to a later date as necessary.

Thomas Carey                                                                                                                                        

Chair, Conservation Commission                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        

It is the policy of the Town of Westport that all Town-sponsored public meetings and events are accessible to people with disabilities.  If you need assistance in participating in a meeting or event due to a disability as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact Westport’s ADA Coordinator at 203-341-1043 or eflug@westportct.gov at least three (3) business days prior to the scheduled meeting or event to request an accommodation.

Clocked with Town Clerk on March 1, 2023

 

AMENDED

LEGAL NOTICE AND AGENDA

WESTPORT CONSERVATION COMMISSION

PUBLIC HEARING

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

Notice is hereby given of a Public Hearing of the Westport Conservation Commission pursuant to the Connecticut Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Act, and the Regulations for the Protection and Preservation of Inland Wetlands and Watercourses of the Town of Westport (IWW Regulations) and the Waterway Protection Line Ordinance (WPLO) to be held on Wednesday, February 15, 2023 at 7:00 p.m. in the Auditorium of Westport Town Hall.  

This meeting will be live-streamed on www.westportct.gov and shown on Optimum Government Access Channel 79 and Frontier Channel 6020. Meeting materials will be available at https://www.westportct.gov/government/departments-a-z/conservation-department

The Commission shall meet to take such action under the purview of the Town’s IWW Regulations and the Waterway Protection Line Ordinance as the meeting may determine with regard to the following:

Changes or Additions to the Agenda: The Commission may amend the agenda by a 2/3 vote to include items not requiring a Public Hearing.

Work Session I:  7:00 p.m. (The work session is not a public hearing. The public is invited to attend but may not speak.)

  1. Compliance Report by Nathan Hartshorne, Conservation Compliance Officer
    1. Annual Report of Conservation Department Permitting and Enforcement Actions for 2022

Public Hearing: 7:45 p.m. The following applications will be “received” by the Conservation Commission subject to determination of completion. If applications are determined to be complete the Commission will proceed by opening the hearing. (At this time interested parties may be heard after being recognized by the Chairman. Written communication may be received for all applications until the public hearing is closed.)

  1. 46 & 48 Woodside Avenue: Continued Application: Application #IWW,WPL-11666-22 by Andy Soumelidis of LandTech on behalf of Christine & Uriel Failla to demolish on existing house, merge lots, construct a new detached garage, renovate the existing garage into an accessory dwelling unit, and construct additions and renovations to an existing single family dwelling, pool, patio, landscaping and associated site improvements. The proposed activity is partially within the upland review area and the WPLO area of Stony Brook.

Work Session II: Immediately following the public hearing (The work session is not a public hearing. The public is invited to attend but may not speak.)

  1. Receipt of applications
  2. Approval of January 18, 2023 minutes.
  3. Review of Conservation Commission By-Laws
  4. 8 Indian Point Road: Request to legalize zipline, stairs, and platform within the upland review area and WPLO.
  5. Other business

The Commission may not open new business on the agenda after 10:00 p.m. at the discretion of the Chairman.  This includes applications scheduled for public hearings. Items shall be continued or rescheduled to a later date as necessary.

Thomas Carey                                                                                                                                        

Chair, Conservation Commission                                                                                                             

                                                                                                                                                              

It is the policy of the Town of Westport that all Town-sponsored public meetings and events are accessible to people with disabilities.  If you need assistance in participating in a meeting or event due to a disability as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact Westport’s ADA Coordinator at 203-341-1043 or eflug@westportct.gov at least three (3) business days prior to the scheduled meeting or event to request an accommodation.

Clocked with Town Clerk on February 1, 2023

 

 

LEGAL NOTICE AND AGENDA

WESTPORT CONSERVATION COMMISSION

PUBLIC HEARING

DECEMBER 14, 2022 

Notice is hereby given of a Public Hearing of the Westport Conservation Commission pursuant to the Connecticut Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Act, and the Regulations for the Protection and Preservation of Inland Wetlands and Watercourses of the Town of Westport (IWW Regulations) and the Waterway Protection Line Ordinance (WPLO) to be held on Wednesday, December 14, 2022 at 7:00 p.m. in the Auditorium of Westport Town Hall.  

This meeting will be live-streamed on www.westportct.gov and shown on Optimum Government Access Channel 79 and Frontier Channel 6020. Meeting materials will be available at https://www.westportct.gov/government/departments-a-z/conservation-department

The Commission shall meet to take such action under the purview of the Town’s IWW Regulations and the Waterway Protection Line Ordinance as the meeting may determine with regard to the following:

Changes or Additions to the Agenda: The Commission may amend the agenda by a 2/3 vote to include items not requiring a Public Hearing.

Public Hearing: 7:00 p.m. The following applications will be “received” by the Conservation Commission subject to determination of completion. If applications are determined to be complete the Commission will proceed by opening the hearing. (At this time interested parties may be heard after being recognized by the Chairman. Written communication may be received for all applications until the public hearing is closed.)

  1. 48 Woodside Avenue:  Application #IWW/M-11638-22 by Andy Soumelidis of LandTech on behalf of Uriel & Christine Failla to amend wetland boundary map #B09.
  2. 33 Colony Road:  Application #IWW/M-11652-22 by Newtown Pool LLC on behalf of Jennifer Wolf to amend wetland boundary map #F10.
  3. 9 Green Acre Lane:  Application #IWW,WPL/E-11649-22 by Bryan Nesteriak of B&B Engineering on behalf of Jessica & Jonathan Manela for a proposed addition, deck and retaining walls. Portions of the work are within the upland review area.
  4. 34 Owenoke Park:  Application #WPL-11653-22 by William Kenny Associates LLC on behalf of Adam & Melanie Smith for a new single family residence, new driveway, inground pool and spa, accessory dwelling unit and other site improvements. The residence and ADU will be built to FEMA compliance. Work is within the WPLO area of Gray’s Creek.

Work Session: Immediately following the public hearing (The work session is not a public hearing. The public is invited to attend but may not speak.)

  1. Receipt of applications
  2. Compliance Report
  3. Approval of November 16, 2022 minutes.
  4. Update on Flood Board’s community discussions on flooding conditions
  5. Other business

The Commission may not open new business on the agenda after 10:00 p.m. at the discretion of the Chairman.  This includes applications scheduled for public hearings. Items shall be continued or rescheduled to a later date as necessary.

Anna Rycenga                                                                                                                                        

Chair, Conservation Commission                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  

It is the policy of the Town of Westport that all Town-sponsored public meetings and events are accessible to people with disabilities.  If you need assistance in participating in a meeting or event due to a disability as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact Westport’s ADA Coordinator at 203-341-1043 or eflug@westportct.gov at least three (3) business days prior to the scheduled meeting or event to request an accommodation.

Clocked with Town Clerk on November 30, 2022

Published in the Westport News twice; once on Friday, December 2, 2022 and once on Friday, December 9, 2022.