North Castle Development News

23 North Lake Road Single-Family Home Approved After Stormwater and Wetland Concerns Addressed

The Planning Board held a public hearing for a site development plan, wetlands permit, and tree removal permit for a new single-family home at 23 North Lake Road. The project involves an 11-foot retaining wall, which required approval. The applicant presented revisions made after initial presentations to the Architectural Review Board and Conservation Board, including moving a garage and addressing wetland disturbance and an existing pool. The primary issue discussed was stormwater runoff and drainage, with potential solutions involving underground systems or above-ground rain gardens in the wetland buffer. The board debated whether to approve the current plan with modifications pending further review by the Conservation Board or to adjourn the hearing. Ultimately, the board decided to approve the site plan, wetlands permit, and tree removal permit as amended, with the understanding that the applicant would work on modifications with the town engineer and Conservation Board.