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Developers, homeowner and Wells board debate occupancies, wetland fills and guarantees at Red View/High Pine development
Summary
At the Jan. 12 meeting the board discussed wetland fill corrections and a staged release of occupancy permits for the Red View/High Pine development. Developer Walter Woods said he self‑reported wetland fills and is pursuing DEP and Army Corps amendments; the board required documented plan fixes, a performance guarantee and set a 45‑day extension for staff review.
A prolonged and sometimes emotional exchange at the Wells Planning Board’s Jan. 12 meeting centered on compliance, wetlands remediation and the staged release of occupancy permits for a multi‑phase development the applicant identified as Red View/High Pine (applicant representative: Walter Woods of Buick Building & Design Center).
Staff told the board that updated as‑built surveys had revealed additional wetland fills beyond the approved plan. The applicant and staff said they self‑reported the discrepancy to state regulators and have pursued amendments through the Maine Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Planning staff and a consultant advised that a project revision or a minor…
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