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Sharon planning commission approves Camp Curtis subdivision with conditions on future development
Summary
The Town of Sharon Planning Commission and Development Review Board approved a three‑lot subdivision for Camp Curtis on May 13, 2025, reaffirming lot 2 and imposing stipulations that any further subdivision require a master plan and legal arrangements; the vote was unanimous.
The Town of Sharon Planning Commission and Development Review Board voted unanimously May 13 to approve the Camp Curtis subdivision, a three‑lot application that includes a reaffirmation of lot 2 and results in a four‑lot configuration overall.
The vote came after a May 11 site visit and brief public comment. Paul Kristensen moved to approve the plan with conditions on future development; Dee Gish seconded and the motion passed unanimously. Chair John Roe said he will finalize the permit and directed that stipulations be attached to limit future, piecemeal subdivision without a master plan.
Why this matters: the approved plan converts part of the property into distinct parcels while retaining two lots for forestry and open‑space use, and the board flagged long‑term road maintenance and emergency access as unresolved concerns that must be addressed before any further division of the property.
At the hearing, Rob Townsend — identified in the record as Marc Curtis’ engineer — told the board that "if the subdivision is approved, he will be applying for an amended wastewater permit from the state for lot 3." An abutter, Dean Richards, expressed worry that the property "might be turned into many lots," a concern the board addressed by requiring a master plan and detailed legal arrangements for any subsequent subdivision.
Commissioner Dee Gish asked that a newly found stone wall near the boundary of lot 3 be added to the final mylar (the recorded plan), and Rob agreed to finalize the mylar and ensure Marc Curtis is made aware of the board's road‑condition concerns. Chair Roe underscored access limits, saying there are "limitations to fire trucks" on the existing road and that "long term maintenance of the road is a weak link." The board's approval carries stipulations to prevent additional subdivision without further review and appropriate infrastructure plans.
Next steps: Chair Roe will finalize the permit paperwork; Rob Townsend will finalize the mylar and pursue the state wastewater permit amendment for lot 3. The board noted other submissions remain pending and reminded applicants that any future application proposing additional lots must include a master plan and details on road construction and long‑term maintenance.
The meeting adjourned at 8:20 p.m.
