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Norwich commission continues hearing on 12‑lot Canterbury Turnpike subdivision after public concerns about wells, drainage and private road access
Summary
The Norwich City Plan Commission opened a public hearing Dec. 16 on Subdivision 44389 (89 Canterbury Turnpike), a proposed 12‑lot subdivision. Residents raised concerns about wells, stormwater, septic setbacks and use/maintenance of private Beebe Road; the commission continued the hearing to Jan. 21, 2026 and asked the applicant for detailed revisions.
The Norwich City Plan Commission on Dec. 16 opened and then continued a public hearing on Subdivision Application 44389, a proposed 12‑lot subdivision for a roughly 24‑acre parcel at 89 Canterbury Turnpike. Greg Fettis of Fettis Engineering, representing owner Green Star Capital LLC, presented site drawings and technical sheets showing lot layout, wetlands, a gas easement crossing lots 9 and 12, and proposed utilities and stormwater controls.
Why it matters: Neighbors told the commission they rely on private wells and springs and fear new construction and septic systems could affect groundwater and increase runoff onto downstream yards. Commissioners and staff pressed the applicant for clarifications that are normally resolved before final approval, and they moved to continue the hearing so the commission and the public can review corrected plans and additional technical details.
Fettis said the subdivision plan shows 12 lots that meet zoning bulk requirements and that all lots will be served by septic systems; several frontage lots would tie…
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