The Danvers Conservation Commission voted to grant waivers for work in the 35‑foot no‑disturb and 50‑foot no‑build zones and issued an order of conditions for additions and associated mitigation at 36 Sherwood Avenue (DEP file 14‑1443).

Applicant Hillary Gordon described plans for a modest addition and a covered pergola and said the family will remove an existing artificial turf play mat and fireplace area in the riverfront buffer and replace that space with a pollinator garden and lawn. Gordon said the proposed additions fall under the thresholds considered in the town bylaw and that mitigation plantings are shown on the submitted plan.

Staff confirmed that engineering/stormwater review is required separately and that the applicant has consulted with town engineering on the stormwater permit. Commissioners closed the public hearing, granted the requested waivers, and issued an order of conditions with the conditions discussed on the record. Staff reminded the applicant of the standard three‑year time frame for permit expiration and the option to request a one‑year extension if necessary.