Conservation

Franklin Conservation Commission approves solar project road modification requiring timber matting. The Commission unanimously approved a permit modification for the Maplegate South project at 160 Maple Street, eliminating a proposed 8-inch concrete culvert and gravel base in favor of timber

Franklin Conservation Commission approves residential pool-draining permit with strict wastewater-handling rules. The Commission unanimously approved the NOI for 670 King Street, requiring chlorinated water to sit uncovered five to ten days before slow discharge to vegetated areas only, prohibiting

Conservation Commission continues four NOI hearings to March 26 for additional details. Chair Mark LePage and five members continued the Nicholas Drive culvert, Symphony Drive residential development, 670 King Street pool, Lewis Street subdivision, and 47 Partridge Street projects, citing

Conservation Commission continued four NOI hearings to March 12 and approved minor permits at its February 26 meeting. Chair Mark LePage reported that residents have filed an appeal with the Department of Environmental Protection against the Commission's Order of Conditions for 444 East Central

Franklin Conservation Commission approves tree removal, defers four permit applications. Chair Mark LePage and six fellow commissioners voted unanimously to approve removal of dangerous trees at 912 Washington Street by Charron Tree Service, with a crane access in the driveway and stumps left in