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Homeowner seeks help for brook erosion; town staff says property owner responsible
Summary
A Windsor Locks resident reported erosion at a brook on his property; town wetland staff advised the property owner is generally responsible for watercourses on private land and offered to inspect and assist with the permit process.
A Windsor Locks homeowner raised concerns about erosion along a brook running through his property and asked the commission whose responsibility it is to fix the problem.
Seth Dohdrey of 113 Montemerlo Ave. told the Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Commission about erosion on his property. Dana Steele, Town Engineer and duly authorized wetland agent, replied that when a watercourse runs through private property the property owner is responsible for its upkeep unless the Town holds an easement. Steele said the homeowner is not required to take action unless the condition causes concern but emphasized that any remedial work affecting regulated areas would need commission approval. He offered to visit the site, assist with the approval process, and provided his contact information to Mr. Dohdrey.
The minutes record that Steele agreed to follow up and offered a site visit; no permit or formal decision was issued at the meeting.
