Newburyport, MA
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The Conservation Commission's primary function is to review project applications and make determinations pursuant to the Wetlands Protection Act (M.G.L. Ch 131 sec. 40) and the local Newburyport Wetlands Ordinance. Projects range in size from small additions located near wetlands or water bodies to large developments that may impact wetland resources. At present, the Newburyport Wetlands Ordinance applies primarily to Plum Island. The Ordinance was adopted in 2001 (and amended in 2005) to provide additional protection for the barrier beach--an especially fragile natural resource area. If you have questions as to whether or not you need a conservation permit for a project--either on Plum Island or on the mainland--please contact the Conservation Administrator at 978-465-4462 for guidance. Also, see "Coastal Resources" below for information on how to protect your property in coastal areas. The Conservation Commission typically meets the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month at 7 pm in the City Council Chambers (call the Conservation Administrator to verify the meeting time and location). Hearings for projects will appear in the Newburyport Daily News and, if you are an abutter, you will receive notification by Certified Mail. The public is welcome to attend commission meetings; go to the Agendas and Minutes section on the right to view upcoming meeting agendas. Note that agendas are subject to change up to 48 hours before a meeting. Conservation Commission Policies & Guidelines:
Coastal Resources:Links:
Agendas & Minutes: |
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Newburyport City Hall Mary Reilly, Conservation Administrator | |||||||||||||||||
Conservation Administrator's Mondays 9am - noon Other times may be available by appointment. |
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Announcements:
Plum Island Filing Guidelines Updated
The Newburyport Conservation Commission adopted revised Plum Island Filing Guidelines as of October 6, 2009. Download the PDF below:
Guidelines for Plum Island Conservation Applications--October 6, 2009 agement Plan
Plum Island Beach Management Plan Available Online
The Plum Island Beach Management Plan has been finalized and approved by the Conservation Commission and Mass DEP. PDF files are now available for download:
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| Figure 2 | Figure 7B |
| Figure 3 | Figure 8 |
| Figure 4 | Figure 9A |
| Figure 5 | Figure 9B |
| Figure 6 | Figure 10 |
Below is a link to the Power Point presentation of the plan which gives a good overview of its contents:
Beach Management Plan Presentation