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Commission reviews boardwalk projects; applicants increase replication to meet bylaw
Summary
Applicants for Webster Woods and Castle and the Trees revised replication ratios from 1:1 to roughly 3:1 to meet bylaw requirements; commissioners continued both hearings pending DEP file numbers and discussed trail use (bicycles prohibited under the conservation restriction).
Staff reported that applicants revised wetland replication ratios for two boardwalk projects (Webster Woods and Castle and the Trees) from 1:1 to slightly north of 3:1 to comply with the local bylaw and to meet commission comments. The revised replication plan adds new planting and excavation areas to attain a roughly 3:1 replacement ratio.
"So, originally, we had requested a 1 to 1. We're looking to do a little bit north of a 3 to 1 replication," the conservation agent said when summarizing the revised applications. Commissioners also discussed trail-management questions raised at prior meetings, including whether bicycles would be permitted on the access easement or boardwalks; staff noted the conservation restriction prohibits bicycles on the boardwalks and asked applicants to clarify trail signage and management measures.
Both hearings were continued until DEP file numbers and associated comments are available; commissioners stressed clear signage and management plans for access and requested more detail about replication planting and long‑term maintenance.
