Selectboard OKs permit for two duplexes on Loon Lake Road, reaffirms $3,000-per-structure hookup fee

The Rangeley Selectboard on May 18 approved a permit allowing construction of two duplexes on Lot 57A on Loon Lake Road and confirmed the town's existing sewer connection fee.

An applicant representative described plans to build two duplexes (two-bedroom, three-bath units) and to upgrade local utilities, including replacing the existing sewer service with a 6-inch sewer main and increasing the water service. The presenter said the work would be coordinated to avoid interrupting a nearby daycare and that property closing was scheduled for about June, with construction work to follow.

Board members raised questions about additional site requirements, including a grease separator because the line discharges into a pump system. The applicant asked the board to accept a single connection fee for both duplexes; town staff and members clarified that the current fee schedule charges $3,000 per structure. The board recorded the permit approval for two structures with a $6,000 total connection fee.

A motion to approve the application was made and seconded; the board voted 5-0 to approve the permit pending normal permitting steps (building permits, required hookups and contractor permits). Board members and staff agreed the developer would pay connection fees as structures come online, and staff will process the building permits and sewer application in sequence.

The board said the applicant must complete any additional utility work required by the town (including the grease-separator requirement) and obtain the proper building permits before occupancy.

The board also heard that the plan anticipates adding a third building later if subdivision or sale of additional lots occurs; any such expansion would require separate approvals and fees.

The board adjourned the item after confirming permit conditions and timeline.