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NRC issues negative determinations for two RDAs and approves limited administrative tree removals
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Summary
The commission issued negative determinations for RDAs at 232 Sudbury Road (fences and shed) and Wright Farm (hazardous tree removals), and agreed to an administrative approval path for up to five hazardous trees at a separate property, subject to arborist reports and pre‑work site visits.
The Natural Resources Commission took several discrete approvals and administrative actions during the meeting.
232 Sudbury Road: The commission granted a negative determination for a front and back yard fence and an 8×12 storage shed after applicants David Mills and Lisa Scott revised their submission to place proposed work outside the 50‑foot no‑build zone. Conditions included a pre‑construction site visit, a requirement the fence maintain a 6‑inch clearance from the ground and a post‑installation letter confirming the work complied with the determination.
Wright Farm (condo complex): Homeowner Justin King described a 70‑foot tree that fell in January causing significant damage; the condo board approved removals recommended by an arborist. The commission moved and voted to issue a negative determination for hazardous‑tree removal with conditions that include a pre‑work site visit with the arborist, retention of 10–12 foot snags for wildlife where feasible, and post‑project confirmation that work complied with conditions.
Administrative tree removals: Residents requested administrative approval to remove up to five hazardous pines near houses and a beaver‑created pond. The commission confirmed its administrative threshold (up to five trees) and asked applicants to submit the specific five‑tree list and an arborist proposal; commissioners requested protective measures (crane pads, no ground alteration) and a schedule in advance of work.
What’s next: The applicants will provide arborist reports, confirm work dates with staff for pre‑work site visits and submit the required post‑completion letters to the NRC.
