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03-03-2019, 08:29 AM | #1 |
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shoreline permit application comment process
Does anyone know whether the Dept of Environmental Services takes comments from the public on a shoreline permit application, especially as regards pier and dock modifications?
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03-03-2019, 08:52 AM | #2 |
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If there is a particular application in process you are referring to, why not just contact DES directly and make an inquiry? If there is something that concerns you that very well could be your opportunity to express your opinion.
While I don't know how DES works in that regard, typically if a project (from a town perspective) that requires any kind of special exception or variance usually is open for public comment as reviewed in applicable board meetings. I believe abutters are notified as well. |
03-03-2019, 12:22 PM | #3 |
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Local input
Most DES permits are forwarded to the local Conservation Commission for their input. Call your neighbor who is on the CC. See if they plan to do a site walk or other review and attend the meeting. When they gather, they are supposed to "Notice" it and it becomes a public event of sorts. There still has to be respect for public property.
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03-04-2019, 08:42 AM | #4 |
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This would fall under the ongoing Wetlands rulemaking process at NHDES. Information on that process can be found here: https://www.des.nh.gov/organization/...mprovement.htm
Also keep an eye on this committee here: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/stat...mmittees/1400/ A large part of the focus of this Committee is a potential overhaul of the way the State of NH handles shoreline structures permitting. |
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03-04-2019, 10:14 AM | #5 |
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DES Questions
We removed an old set of cribbing (probably 10 tons worth of boulders) that was previously used to hold up a dock, that unfortunately we could not grandfather in. I contacted the DES directly with all of my questions and they were actually quite helpful. I ended up having to fill out a fair amount of paperwork, but did not fill out anything that I didn't need, thus saving a lot of time in the process.
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03-04-2019, 10:59 AM | #6 |
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Non-Tidal Dock Commission
These guys definitely need shorter name. Anyway, the link from Shore Things says the next meeting is Monday, March 11, 1:00 pm in the Legislative Office Building in Concord, Room 307. MP and DES will be presenting.
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I'd be curious to know how you can delay Shoreland permit applications for 60 days. The application process is direct to the DES, and this is the regulation from their website that states a decision is needed within 30-days.
"Processing Time - Shoreland permit applications are reviewed within 30 days of receipt. Following review, the permit application is either permitted, denied or a "Request for More Information" letter is mailed to the applicant. Applicants must respond to NHDES requests for more information within 60 days. Once the response is received from the applicant, a decision to permit or deny the project is made within 30 days." And, they don't always wait the 30-days to make the ruling. The 30-days is a maximum. I'm on the New Durham CC. We only meet once a month. It's not unusual for a shoreland permit to be submitted and approved by DES before we've ever had a chance to see it. |
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It appears some CC's are "full of themselves" and statewide there is enough push back that there are those who want to legislatively reduce their authority. That came to me from a relative who is on a small town (<2000 Pop.) CC in another part of the state. |
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