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Fayston commissioners flag Mad River Glen, Sugarbush and Irasville edges as Tier 1B candidates to help ski‑area housing
Summary
Commissioners identified three potential Tier 1B areas—around Mad River Glen, Sugarbush and the Irasville adjacency—and discussed whether Tier 1B status could ease Act 250 triggers and support housing for ski‑area workers, contingent on wastewater/water capacity and administrative readiness.
Commissioner Michael Duell proposed three specific areas for possible Tier 1B consideration in Fayston: “the area around Mad River Glen, the area around Sugarbush, and the area abutting the Irasville development area,” noting that Tier 1B could simplify Act 250 review for resort projects and help address worker housing shortages.
CVRPC planner Niki Sabado cautioned that towns or areas seeking Tier 1B must demonstrate they have—or are planning for—municipal water and wastewater capacity or appropriate soils, and the administrative capacity to implement local regulations. Chuck Martel and others asked whether community wastewater systems (for example those serving ski areas) could qualify; Sabado confirmed community systems are considered but towns are responsible for administering permitting if they opt into a higher tier.
Commissioners discussed outreach to resort operators. Chuck Martel asked whether CVRPC had spoken to the ski areas; Sabado said CVRPC works with municipalities and recommended the town solicit ski‑area input. The commission did not vote on any opt‑in; members discussed timelines for submitting feedback to CVRPC for the current mapping round.
