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Enforcement officer flags multiple wetlands and erosion concerns at Bethany commission meeting
Summary
At the July 20 meeting the enforcement officer reported unpermitted dumping at 222 Shaver Road, possible unpermitted grading at Sperry Road and 34 Beacon Road, and other sites with inadequate erosion controls; the commission directed inspection follow-up and warned of possible cease-and-desist orders.
The Bethany enforcement officer outlined several active property compliance issues during the commission’s enforcement report and asked staff to follow up with letters, inspections and, if necessary, orders to compel corrective work.
The officer reported photographic evidence of grass-clipping dumping at 222 Shaver Road and said a stop-and-correct letter was issued. At 261/273 Sperry Road the officer described extensive unpermitted grading and what was characterized as a ‘runway’ built without permits; the officer requested any supporting documentation from the property owner and said enforcement will escalate if there is no response.
Work by AR and Sons at a property adjoining a foundation site showed no visible erosion controls in place, the officer said, and he asked the owner to contact the office immediately. The officer also located imported masonry material and fill at 516 Carrington Road and described the situation as unsightly and potentially impacting wetlands; he asked that the owner contact the office and set a date certain for response.
The officer raised particular concern about 34 Beacon Road, where recent imported fill and active movement of material were visible. The officer said a cease-and-desist order is an available enforcement step if required; the commission discussed the logistics of issuing such an order—which would trigger a special meeting within 10 days to consider enforcement action—and asked the officer to make a site visit and attempt to resolve the matter through initial outreach.
Commissioners asked that the officer set specific response dates and follow the usual escalation practice (soft letter first, then stronger measures as needed). They also asked staff to document site conditions and prepare for a potential special meeting if a cease-and-desist becomes necessary.
