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Why it matters: Commission staff described substantial soil disturbance and removal of vegetation in the buffer zone, including three unearthed boulders shown in photographs. Residents warned the altered grades were channeling surface water toward adjacent yards and wetlands and said the site was being changed without the required engineering or permit filings.

Staff and resident accounts: Conservation Agent Lucia reported she discovered active earthwork on July 22 and ordered the crew to stop; she returned the next day to find more excavation had occurred. Lucia told the commission “they did work before they got the permit this week.” Neighbors described large volumes of soil removed and said the site owner persisted after being told to cease operations.

Commission action: The commission voted unanimously, 7–0, to issue an enforcement order requiring immediate stabilization measures. The verbal requirements included installation of erosion-control matting over all exposed soils, placement of a silt sock along the front of the property, seeding with annual rye to establish quick cover, and removal of excavated material from the site. The commission also instructed staff to require before-and-after grade surveys and post-stabilization soil test pits and groundwater checks at the applicant’s expense.

Withdrawal and next steps: The applicant formally withdrew the Request for Determination on the record. The enforcement order (motion carried 7–0) was moved by Commissioner Athas and seconded by Commissioner Vivaldi. The commission said it will not consider any permitting for the site until the stabilization work is completed, verified by staff site inspection, and the required engineering documentation is filed.

Neighbor concerns and possible follow-up: Neighbors supplied time-stamped video and multiple photographs documenting excavation and said stockpiled materials were left on-site; the commission asked that the applicant provide maintenance reports, a detailed engineered plan, and test pit results in advance of any new filing. Lucia will prepare a written enforcement order to formalize the verbal direction given at the hearing.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Conservation Committee Meeting - July 30th, 2025","oneSentenceSummary","The Peabody Conservation Commission ordered immediate stabilization and erosion controls for a site at 24½ North Central Street after conservation staff and neighbors documented unpermitted excavation in the wetland buffer.","taxTitle","Peabody City, Essex County, Massachusetts","taxId",5128,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6147656,"Neighbors urge review of wetland, drainage and maintenance as Audi dealer seeks six-bay addition; commission continues to September",1274,576000,1850000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5520321-d5df6cf1ccb627e27f55aacf7cab96e4&start=576&end=1850","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5520321-d5df6cf1ccb627e27f55aacf7cab96e4/thumbnail_576000.jpg","/articles/6147656/Peabody-City/Essex-County/Massachusetts/Neighbors-urge-review-of-wetland-drainage-and-maintenance-as-Audi-dealer-seeks-six-bay-addition-commission-continues-to-September","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6147656-878e82c46b0d9149e8599c929c652834/orig.mp4?Expires=1771087633&Signature=mgny8oxUmnWO-ZF-HDH12~9-n~GuRX6FiWZaBVOfVj4PoAn~ibNum2cnyo3TuZhOiujpiuTKiGrL1KjgEEAQ7u~iUqIabZdIBefrpn8HjE3uo1RStuoicRHhsViDFzEXjhargL~MNl~oqI2sdEHI5WP8-pJtmYE9OnEkrC2gOeriAi1BgHDV8iIygKoTrvCHWtnz1WKNUfKo53PxQFWcSzZDNahJa9rSlSwZD8fF7JnFBss4Hjqdg36SVRkZsYC3H12yFw0GdKSawn4SrWLMphVmjmRq~xEdT005rrfRLdFZYAJdst9mgdfP-OpK0EKyFxCm6zmK7o0oZsluCrLEIw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Neighbors of the Audi dealership’s car-storage lot at 252 Andover Street pressed the Peabody Conservation Commission on Wednesday to require updated stormwater and wetland studies and proof that conditions tied to earlier permits are being maintained, as the property owner seeks to add six service bays to an existing storage area.

The neighborhood’s concerns were read into the record by Ward 4 Councilor Julie Daigle, who said the abutters worry the proposal could damage bordering vegetated wetlands and underground culverts and that original permit conditions — including maintenance of detention basins and replicated wetlands — have not been followed. “We hope that the conservation commission will require that the appropriate wetland and storm water drainage studies be done,” Daigle said.

Why it matters: The parcel sits adjacent to replicated wetland areas and contains underground culverts and drainage swales that residents and the commission said have a history of maintenance problems. Abutters described a high water table and recurring basement flooding in the neighborhood and said they fear grading or new impervious surface tied to a six-bay addition could shift runoff toward nearby homes and wetland resources.

What commissioners heard and asked: Conservation staff confirmed they have not yet received full written responses from the Department of Public Services (DPS) on the applicant’s most recent revisions. Commissioners pressed the applicant’s team for clarification about drainage, the location and condition of culverts, and whether contractual or facilities staff for the property owner had been engaged on long-term maintenance.

Action and next steps: The commission voted unanimously, 7–0, to continue the item to its September meeting to allow staff and DPS to review the neighborhood comments and for the applicant and the property manager to provide documentation of compliance with prior order conditions and a response to DPS concerns. Commissioners asked staff to forward the abutters’ written comments to DPS and to invite the property owner’s facilities managers to the next hearing.

Context and outstanding questions: Abutters asked to see: (1) formal stormwater and drainage studies showing how the six-bay addition would affect on-site and off-site flows; (2) records of maintenance for detention basins, replicated wetlands and culverts that were conditions of earlier permits; and (3) a contingency plan addressing what would happen if excavation near an existing culvert results in damage. The commission stressed it wants documentation of previous permit conditions attached to the current file.

What’s next for the neighborhood: The commission’s continuance gives staff time to gather DPS comments and for the applicant to supply documentation requested by the commission; the item is scheduled for the commission’s September meeting.","Neighbors of the Audi dealership at 252 Andover Street told the Peabody Conservation Commission on Wednesday they want updated stormwater and wetland studies and proof of long-term maintenance before the property’s proposed six-bay service addition advances.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6147637,"Commission permits backyard pool at 2 Yvonne Way with conditions on draining and erosion controls",920,9097000,10017000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5520321-d5df6cf1ccb627e27f55aacf7cab96e4&start=9097&end=10017","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5520321-d5df6cf1ccb627e27f55aacf7cab96e4/thumbnail_9097000.jpg","/articles/6147637/Peabody-City/Essex-County/Massachusetts/Commission-permits-backyard-pool-at-2-Yvonne-Way-with-conditions-on-draining-and-erosion-controls","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6147637-68facf630ce951e91c2bbb813f304a74/orig.mp4?Expires=1771087633&Signature=AKIUvbF9mqGJt0HWwHyxio5w~L1vSvDXavovOgFBG3eTvS0DJK93VbryKaaNSLifiN1WrZJocvfkCjpW7Wa5bgQTFvg96Ja69cK1vEKqpa6wo64HCML08FD5X~-U3lyJPSvuPlmOWejPaodzR8nWprqKZQmWpXqN9PH7~XrUVb2fAjm0v--TSmWKgohKiWVvmbawEmNv2PZ5MjT5u9xmFn7TAKCAx1KxDVYgAEPnAND6w5ucVpg02NuCj2gxdX-BWMjex9U14qCGyfmKAKp2HF~mmJXdhMOxMqO55jY8r9oXvsWzVvUikIbB7JcXftePXRPbZFJYlpKry989AdTT6g__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Peabody Conservation Commission issued an order of conditions Wednesday for an in‑ground swimming pool, small pool house and concrete patio proposed at 2 Yvonne Way, a three‑acre lot whose southern slope drains toward Norris Brook.

What was approved and why: The commission found most work would occur outside the 100‑foot buffer to the bordering stream and noted the site’s soils are very permeable (sands and gravels). Commissioners and staff agreed the proposed 16‑by‑40 pool and approximately 800 square feet of patio were consistent with the Resource Protection Act standards because the pool and patio are sited on an existing lawn area more than 50 feet from the wetland.

Conditions imposed: The commission required standard erosion controls staked prior to work and inspected by conservation staff; no stockpiling of excavated soils on site; prompt off‑site disposal of excavation spoils; and the pool draining protocol used across other city permits. Conservation staff read the pool condition aloud: “All pool water, wherever possible, shall be drained through a dry well, which is what you mentioned. Rather than allowed to spread over the surface of the land, the city of Peabody conservation office shall be notified prior to draining and shall approve the method of draining.” The permit requires the property owner to wait up to seven days after stopping chlorination before draining to reduce residual chemicals.

Why it matters: Draining pool water directly to wetlands or surface flows can carry chlorine and other chemicals into receiving waters. The commission’s condition directing dry‑well use or notified discharges to the municipal storm system aims to reduce pollutant loads reaching Norris Brook.

Outcome: The order of conditions passed by roll call vote, 7–0. Conservation staff will inspect installed erosion controls before work proceeds.","A proposed 16-by-40 in‑ground pool and small pool house at 2 Yvonne Way won an order of conditions after commission review; conservation staff and the applicants agreed on erosion controls and a standard pool draining protocol to protect nearby wetlands.",{"_33":100,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":101,"_41":102,"_43":103,"_45":104,"_47":105,"_49":106,"_51":107,"_53":108,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":109,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":110,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6147641,"Raising Cane redevelopment at 15 Silver Street sent for stormwater peer review; commission continues hearing",338,10430000,10768000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5520321-d5df6cf1ccb627e27f55aacf7cab96e4&start=10430&end=10768","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5520321-d5df6cf1ccb627e27f55aacf7cab96e4/thumbnail_10430000.jpg","/articles/6147641/Peabody-City/Essex-County/Massachusetts/Raising-Cane-redevelopment-at-15-Silver-Street-sent-for-stormwater-peer-review-commission-continues-hearing","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6147641-3b014111866c98913d7b03c9d0cc8dee/orig.mp4?Expires=1771087633&Signature=YGC6C4~BJc2ExdQvoZ-fu4HX-xkeC6Rf2k6A4emJcw3a6h6q78RYMN4nRYXuyOmi186uqRu8g9RKLlcx1opee9O6tsc~bJ5aC7CQS4LOECrxsztAIcuUHY1QQcwz-DqmyozxaUJzKEOVjwJL9HqtjOZWsGoSQqUVWYMSSDNYB17whBQ7gWV-PSFTaVKHtl25U9PowBpR3e~uu3aVjp~TFjzEehjLP0DYRvqyydvCsCA01rD9~9afIj1oUgCqZFIn3hsojq8VdaW~bF36yXJPPysV3UYRJGGo4xENP2iSGE7ge9wKgB7Zb0VKp2sQn~oAG7KrxPXH4DCVh1MNJhEzKQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Peabody Conservation Commission on Wednesday agreed to continue public review of a proposed Raising Cane quick‑serve restaurant and drive‑through at 15 Silver Street after the Department of Public Services requested an external peer review of the project’s stormwater plans.

What was proposed: The application covers redevelopment of a former commercial site bisected by municipal boundaries; the southern portion of the parcel drains toward Waters River and lies within the riverfront area. The developer’s plan reduces total impervious area through reconfiguration and adds landscaping and a fence along the southern parking area, and proposes water‑quality units (STC systems) to treat parking lot runoff.

DPS request and next steps: DPS asked for a stormwater peer review. The applicant’s team confirmed a peer‑review contract was being processed and said the review fee/check would be delivered the next business day. The commission continued the Notice of Intent to its September meeting pending the peer‑review results and DPS comments.

Why it matters: The property sits in the 200‑foot riverfront area and currently lacks stormwater management. The peer review will focus on whether proposed water‑quality units, curb grading, and landscaping adequately route and treat runoff before it reaches the river.

What’s next: The applicant will supply the peer‑review materials and any revised stormwater calculations and details to staff; DPS and the consultant reviewer will advise the commission before the next public hearing.","Plans for a quick‑serve restaurant with drive‑through at 15 Silver Street will undergo an external stormwater peer review at the request of the Department of Public Services; the Peabody Conservation Commission continued the public hearing to the September meeting.",{"_33":112,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":113,"_41":114,"_43":115,"_45":116,"_47":117,"_49":118,"_51":119,"_53":120,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":121,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":122,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6147646,"Commission pushes developer to reconsider two-building plan at 20 Parsons Street; matter continued",1626,3725000,5351000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5520321-d5df6cf1ccb627e27f55aacf7cab96e4&start=3725&end=5351","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5520321-d5df6cf1ccb627e27f55aacf7cab96e4/thumbnail_3725000.jpg","/articles/6147646/Peabody-City/Essex-County/Massachusetts/Commission-pushes-developer-to-reconsider-two-building-plan-at-20-Parsons-Street-matter-continued","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6147646-5b6b8fbe7c8ca6ecdddff4a6977aeb27/orig.mp4?Expires=1771087633&Signature=QLR0JJsJ42Q~eZbXxqIwCAQxmiUutlEnUrDnTUb8Ea8oA8EKpuyONiJ2Tho6W29yFOIh8VPqPNc8m01hHaodGjvYYtA1-7UCYdIK8pWyoAP2ECK~g0oCJgUUuBCvyUAx3gFBn96Cy6yW4FrcDOIhkFQxvA3x3GhvhPoCWOSH75Y5-8O86aTKKPjOC0Hhhds09LuzBlIDzsHuRG5MHtzZHxRJwAer-HCQw1Jf08mKwgf5PQzlBvkmdhYec0-GoN~cL6mrnWelGrYKfszdcaC3ZwQZ6ItKM9X5LV033rUcIii7Sf3-Srg8kqmtVHOycrCX0wcwtOAIa-4ssiEELQ4rHQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Developers seeking multiunit redevelopment at 20 Parsons Street heard objections from Peabody Conservation Commissioners on Wednesday, who said the riverfront nature of the parcel and its narrow upland area make a two‑building plan a poor fit.

Why it matters: The applicants proposed two separate multifamily structures with driveway access, new utilities and retaining walls. Much of the lot lies within the 200‑foot riverfront area and portions of the site interact with a canalized stream and bordering land subject to flooding, elevating the commission’s concern about floodway impacts and downstream runoff.

Commission comments and suggestion: Several commissioners said they could support a single two-family building placed to minimize disturbance to the riverfront buffer but were unwilling to approve two buildings on the constrained lot. Commissioner comments repeatedly asked whether a reconfigured single-building option — sited to reduce encroachment into riverfront buffers — had been adequately considered in the alternatives analysis already on file.

Staff and peer-review steps: The applicant has submitted a revised plan that reduces some impacts; the matter was continued to the commission’s September meeting so staff can review the submitted changes and the applicant can return with alternative layouts or additional data requested by the commission. Commissioners also noted the application will be reviewed under the Rivers Protection Act standard that may apply to pre-existing lots.

Next steps and public input: The notice of intent remains open; the commission asked the applicant to re-evaluate the proposed program to reduce riverfront impacts and to meet with staff and abutters where appropriate before returning. Councilor Peter McGinn and neighbors had previously raised concerns about neighborhood impacts and density. The commission continued the item to September for a substantive follow-up.","Developers seeking to replace an existing house at 20 Parsons Street with two multi-level buildings faced resistance from commissioners who said the riverfront property is too constrained for the two‑building layout. The commission encouraged the applicant to consider a single building and continued the NOI to September.","actionData","errors"]

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