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Council approves several sewer‑policy waivers amid public concerns about capacity and unmerged lots
Summary
After review by the Sewer Policy Committee, the council affirmed or approved three sewer‑policy waivers (including Plat V Or 5 Lot 40 and Plat Q Lot 101) with motions passing 5–0; residents raised opposition citing sewer stress, concerns about unmerging lots and oversight of affordable units.
The council approved multiple waivers recommended by the Sewer Policy Committee to allow sewer connections for revised development projects and proposed subdivisions. Items included affirming a previously granted waiver for Plat V Or 5, Lot 40 (affirmation of earlier 2023/2025 decisions) and approving waivers for Plat NA Lot 302151 (Isabelle Trail) and Plat Q Lot 101 (140 South Pier Road). Each motion carried 5–0.
Several residents spoke against the waivers, arguing the town’s sewer system is under stress, that some lots could rely on septic systems instead of adding additional sewer connections and that unmerging lots can increase load. Catherine Salaberto and Carolyn Petrocelli asked for oversight on affordable units and more transparency about sewer capacity. The council responded that the Sewer Policy Committee had reviewed the proposals, noted that monitoring agents are required for affordable housing units, and affirmed prior documentation (including a letter from a property owner in the package) showing required approvals for certain connections.
The motions implementing the Sewer Policy Committee recommendations passed unanimously. The council recorded public opposition and directed staff to continue managing capacity negotiations and monitoring requirements tied to affordable housing units.
