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Shirley Conservation Commission
Policy Regarding Activities in Wetland Resource Areas

Adopted January 31,1996
Amended October 26, 2005

  1. Policy

    It is the policy of the Shirley Conservation Commission ("the Commission"), where it has discretion, to prohibit any activity in the wetlands except where there are exceptional circumstances, where no other practical alternative exists, and where satisfactory replication takes place prior to any Alteration or Construction.

  2. Definitions

    As used herein:

    "Alteration" shall mean any removal, alteration or disturbance of soil, vegetative cover, or other naturally occurring materials.

    "Construction" shall mean the construction of any structure or building, including, without limitation, any residential or commercial building, garage, shed, barn, tennis court, deck, swimming pool, driveway, or landscaping project.

Adopted by unanimous vote of the
Shirley Conservation Commission
January 31, 1996
Amended October 26, 2005

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