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Select Board approves driveway permit with conditions after noting limited sight distance
Summary
The Select Board approved a homeowner's request to move a driveway near Frog Rock but recorded significant sight-distance constraints; the board required the applicant to submit an application, add signage, and accept a sight-triangle clearing before the permit becomes effective.
The Tinmouth Select Board approved a driveway-permit request for property near Frog Rock on April 23 after reviewing sight-distance and safety concerns. Chair observed that "It's not a good driveway at all." Board members discussed that the permit paperwork should record that sight distance is limited and that the applicant may need to cut a triangular clearing (suggested 30 feet by 100 feet) and install blind-driveway signage to mitigate hazards.
A committee member noted the permit language requiring compliance before effectiveness and reminded the board that zoning violations carry penalties "of not less than a $100 or more than 10,000." The board asked the applicant to submit the filled application and a clear sketch or photo of the proposed driveway so staff can confirm measurements and document any required mitigation in the permit conditions. Chair moved to allow the driveway permit as amended; the board proceeded to adopt the permit subject to compliance with stated conditions.
