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Board reviews Sparrow Drive house permit, septic approval and driveway questions
Summary
Board members and residents discussed a new house permit on Sparrow Drive (Lot 3), questions about septic and driveway permits and whether the state or town handles wastewater approvals; no permit denials or new restrictions were enacted.
The board discussed a building permit for a new house on Sparrow Drive (identified as Lot 3 near Harvey's) and several residents asked about related septic and driveway permits. A member noted the state reviews wastewater approvals: "The state approved their waste," and the meeting included questions about whether the town should have a system to deny driveway placement after a house is built.
Participants clarified that septic and water approvals are regulated by the state, that the site had been staked and that town staff will be present when construction begins to confirm corners and avoid encroachment. There was no formal vote on permitting rules; the board will continue routine permit reviews.
