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Alton Select Board probes clearing that appears to exceed approved 14 acres at Hidden Springs
Summary
Board members and staff reported the Hidden Springs clearing appears to total about 22.7–23 acres versus an approved 14‑acre AOT permit; staff said the logger laid orange flagging and the board directed an investigation into the permit, flagging and possible penalties.
Select Board members told the meeting they believe the clearing at the Hidden Springs site exceeded the acreage authorized in the project permit. Conservation members and staff said the board originally authorized clearing up to 14 acres, but a field walk and review of aerials and photos indicate about 22.7 acres were cleared.
"I came up with 22.7," Public Works staff said after walking the site, noting that some of the gravel landing had been previously cleared by the town but that fresh cutting extended beyond the limits. A board…
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