Commission approves septic upgrade with nitrogen-reduction condition
Chilmark Conservation Commission granted approvals for two projects and deferred a third to a later date.
Conservation Commission · Meeting of January 15, 2026
Chilmark Conservation Commission granted approvals for two projects and deferred a third to a later date. The board issued a negative determination for a septic system upgrade at 160 Quansoo Road with a condition requiring nitrogen-reducing technology upon change of ownership, system failure, or year-round use; the vote passed 6 to 1, with Vice Chair Stephen Kass opposed on procedure. The commission unanimously approved a Notice of Intent for an accessory dwelling unit and pool house at 72 Cobb's Hill Road after relocating structures away from resource areas.
A Notice of Intent for beach erosion control at Squibnocket Farm involving 650 cubic yards of cobble nourishment was continued to February 5.
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Source: the Conservation Commission meeting of January 15, 2026, compiled from the official minutes.
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