Residents press for environmental study; board says environmental and water tests will be required during permitting

Several commenters — including an architect/realtor representing nearby property owners — urged the board to conduct environmental studies before advancing the site, citing wetlands, a small river through parts of the parcel, a high water table in the proposed area, and wildlife corridors. One resident said: “There’s also wetlands that do go through there...there’s a small river that goes through there. That needs to be a factor.”