Resident may replace irrigation well after board approves conditional exception
A resident asked to install a new irrigation well. After debate about public health, billing incentives, and cross‑contamination risks, the board agreed to allow a replacement well as a one‑time exception if a licensed well driller certifies replacement is more economical and Mark (water staff) can verify anti‑contamination measures.
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A resident (S7) informed the board they planned to install a new well and asked whether the board would permit it. Members noted the town generally prohibits new wells when public water is available because of health and billing concerns, but discussed making a single exception for this case if the resident provides documentation from a licensed well driller showing replacement is more economical than repair.
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