DRC hears tree preservation plan for Water Tower District; buffer distances clarified

Jun 11, 2026

Town staff and the applicant presented a tree protection plan for the Water Tower District showing preserved trees and a variable buffer from the western lot line of about 24 to 74 feet; commissioners and residents discussed selective clearing and potential supplemental evergreens.

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Town staff showed a tree preservation plan for the Water Tower District and explained that while some invasive underbrush will be cleared, many existing trees — including two specimen trees — are intended to be retained. Allison told the commission the closest preserved area will be "about 24 feet from that western lot line" and the furthest preserved area "about 74 feet away."

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