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Committee keeps draft language supporting regulation of new or expanded private docks, recommends citing zoning bylaw
Summary
The committee decided to retain language in the draft plan supporting continued regulation of new construction and expansion of private docks, and suggested referencing Nantucket zoning bylaw §13922 and the Harbor Overlay District in the plan.
Committee members reviewed draft language on docks and piers and agreed to retain an objective that continues to regulate the construction of new docks and expansion of existing private docks, wharves and piers. Staff proposed clarifying the phrasing by tying the draft objective to existing zoning rules.
Why it matters: docks and pier construction affect harbor character, navigation, and environmental review. Committee members recommended explicitly referencing applicable local regulations so the plan expresses support for existing controls without creating conflict with the zoning code.
Discussion and key points: staff suggested rewording the draft to say the committee supports regulating dock construction in accordance with section 13922 of the Nantucket zoning bylaw (the committee discussed the Harbor Overlay District and how the overlay rules allow or disallow docks in particular locations). Members noted that the background materials in the draft already include maps of the Waterfront/Harbor Overlay District and that the plan should continue to show those maps for context.
Outcome: committee directed staff to revise the wording to reference the applicable zoning section and to ensure the harbor overlay map remains in the draft background materials. No formal prohibition beyond existing local law was adopted in this meeting; the plan will reflect support for adherence to the zoning bylaw.
