Active Applications and Agenda Items
If you would like to submit a letter or document regarding an application, it must be received by noon, the Monday prior to the scheduled hearing. Submissions received after that may not be considered by Commissioners.
Request for Determination of Applicability
Applicant: Alecue Trust
Address: 2 Young’s Way (AP 25-137)
Project: Construction of a swimming pool and deck
Notice of Intent (SE12-960)
Applicant: David Hummelberg
Address: 1 Pondmark (AP 26-85)
Project: relocate an existing driveway and install landscape plantings, grading and hardscaping around an existing dwelling with the buffer zone
Notice of Intent (no DEP file number yet)
Applicant: Vineyard Open Land Foundation
Address: 5 Round Pond Road (AP 35-1.18)
Project: Bamboo removal and management partially located within a Bordering Vegetated Wetland.
Request for Determination of Applicability
Applicant: Robert J. Vila and Diana Barrett, Trustees
Address: 183 State Road (AP 33-115)
Project: conversion of an existing structure into an ADU within 100’ of a BVW
Notice of Intent (SE12-959)
Applicant: Paul E. & Jodi Darrow
Address: 18 Greenhouse Lane (AP 33-32)
Project: installation and maintenance of a fiber roll shore protection on a Coastal Bank to protect an existing pre-1978 single-family residence and installation of helical piles to support the foundation of the existing residence prior to the shore protection installation.
Request for Determination of Applicability
Applicant: Thumb Cove RE Trust
Address: 0 Cygnet Way (AP 24-35.1)
Project: repair existing pier damaged during Chilmark Pond dredging
Request for Determination of Applicability
Applicant: Beetlebung Cottage LLC
Address: 57 Menemsha Crossroad (AP 26-108)
Project: move existing generator and build a shed on a cement pad 16 ft from BVW
Request for Amendment - Notice of Intent (SE12 – 938)
Applicant: SWB Limited Partnership
Address: 8 Greenhouse Lane (AP 33-30)
Project: relocation of a pre-1978 single-family residence with associated utilities away from an eroding Coastal Bank and the construction and maintenance of a shore protection on the Coastal Bank to protect the relocated residence.
March 31, 2025 submission:
1 - Comprehensive Package 8 GHL House relocation
2 - Comprehensive Package 8 GHL Shore protection
Request: Remove the shore protection from 8 Greenhouse Lane and all associated Special Conditions and approve a new site plan for an updated footprint of a new residence away from the Coastal Bank and demolition of the current single-family residence near an eroding Coastal Bank.
Tick and other spraying within wetland resource areas, their buffer zones, and the Riverfront Area
Emergency Certification
Location: Blueberry Ridge Road at the pullout on the North Rd side of the section of road traversing the wetland
Summary: Mystery Diesel Spill
DEP Release Tracking Number: 4-0053377
Responsible party: Blueberry Ridge Road Association, Inc.
Request for Determination of Applicability
Applicant: Paul E. & Jodi Darrow
Address: 18 Greenhouse Lane (AP 33-32)
Project: Construct a temporary guardrail to cordon off a small area on an existing exterior deck facing the ocean. The purpose of the guardrail is to protect the corner of the deck that is hanging over the bluff. The new guardrail will be of similar material and appearance and will be fastened to the existing deck frame. If rot is discovered the contractor will sister additional joists to allow for a sufficient connection.
Notice of Intent (Local Bylaw Only)
Applicant: Susanah B. Howland and Charles E. Clapp III, Trustees; the Weston Howland III 2012 Irrevocable Trust
Address: 0 Signal Hill Lane (AP 34-1.5)
Project: conduct a machine-assisted archeology investigation for the development of a vacant lot to include a single-family residence, detached garage, driveway, sewage disposal system, underground utilities and landscaping. The work is partially located within 100’ of a 2,567+/- sqft Isolated Wetland.
Notice of Intent (SE12-958)
Applicant: 20 Eliot Owner LLC
Address: 20 Eliot Avenue (AP 33-23)
Project: renovation and additions to an existing single-family residence located within 100’ of the top of a Coastal Bank.
Request for Amendment - Local NOI
Applicant: Lenom House, LLC
Address: 138 State Road (AP 33-16)
Project: an in-ground swimming pool, patio and associated pool equipment storage vault and additions to an existing dwelling.
Request: Changes to the project include added electric and water line trenching, replacing solar panels with an alternative energy source (Verde Energy Program), adding a battery enclosure, and adjusting the proposed equipment vault location.
Request for Amendment - Notice of Intent (SE12 –939)
Applicant: Paul E. & Jodi Darrow
Address: 18 Greenhouse Lane (AP 33-32)
Project: relocation of a pre-1978 single-family residence with associated utilities away from an eroding Coastal Bank and the construction and maintenance of a shore protection on the Coastal Bank to protect the relocated residence.
March 31, 2025 submission:
1 - Comprehensive Package 18 GHL House relocation
2 - Comprehensive Package 18 GHL Shore protection
Notice of Intent (Local Bylaw Only)
Applicant: Susanah B. Howland and Charles E. Clapp III, Trustees; the Weston Howland III 2012 Irrevocable Trust
Address: 0 Signal Hill Road (AP 34-1.5)
Project: conduct a machine-assisted archeology investigation for the development of a vacant lot to include a single-family residence, detached garage, driveway, sewage disposal system, underground utilities and landscaping. The work is partially located within 100’ of a 2,567+/- sqft Isolated Wetland.
Request for Determination of Applicability
Applicant: OLS MV
Address: 11 Flanders Lane (AP 27.1-204)
Project: Trench, install and maintain a proposed waterline within the buffer zone to a bordering vegetated wetland. Trenching of the line will be within lawfully landscaped area, and will be excavated and backfilled the same day within the buffer zone area.
Notice of Intent (SE12-956)
Applicant: Menemsha Galley Inc
Owner: Town of Chilmark
Address: 515 North Road (AP 27.1-87 & 94)
Project: replace a deteriorating steel sheet pile bulkhead adjacent to “The Galley” restaurant. The new sheets will be driven on the outside face of the bulkhead by barge to avoid the disruptive removal of the existing sheets.
Notice of Intent (SE12-957)
Applicant: Piqueabu LLC
Address: 51 Squibnocket Farm Road (AP 35-1.3)
Project: bamboo removal and management within the Buffer Zone of Wetlands
Request for Determination of Applicability
Applicant: Trustees
Address: 345 North Rd (AP 14 – 2.21)
Project: replacing an existing wood stairway with an aluminum stairway system for beach access on a coastal bank
Conservation Restriction for Conservation Lot B
Address: 0 Middle Road (AP 13-17)
Owner: Jefrey DuBard
Notice of Intent (SE12-954)
Applicant: Squibnocket Farm, Inc.
Owner: Town of Chilmark
Address: 0 Squibnocket Farm Road (AP 35-1.31)
Project: to nourish a boulder and cobble beach and install a public walking path
Notice of Intent (SE12 –941)
Applicant: Whale Hill, Inc.
Address: 16 Greenhouse Lane (AP 33- 31)
Project: relocation of a single-family residence with associated utilities away from an eroding Coastal Bank and the construction and maintenance of a shore protection on the Coastal Bank to protect the relocated residence.
March 31, 2025 submission:
1 - Comprehensive Package 16 GHL House relocation
2 - Comprehensive Package 16 GHL Shore protection
Request for Determination of Applicability
Applicant: 160 Quansoo Realty Trust c/o Ethan Bowen
Address: 160 Quansoo Rd (AP 22-14)
Project: upgrade to new title V septic system
Request for Determination of Applicability
Applicant: Haven Fyfe Kiernan
Address: 31 Meadow Lane (AP 30-76.1)
Project: Install and maintain a new well and associated trenching. The majority of the work will be done within lawn or driveway areas.
Request for Determination of Applicability
Applicant: Gary and Susan Rosen
Address: 33 Wintergreen Way (AP 18 – 25.2)
Project: Install 9’ x 21’ pool with associated stone patio, all existing work within developed area of the lot
Notice of Intent (SE12 – 952)
Applicant: Sin of the Sea LLC
Owners: Fred F. Tilden and Peter G. Tilden & Cynthia B. Tilden Machleidt; Sin of the Sea LLC; Linda Valentstein and James D. Elkind, Trustees of The Muddy Cove Realty Trust; Loeser Menemsha Limited Partnership; 30-30R Larsen Lane LLC
Address: 11, 15 & 17 Marsh Rd (AP 27.1-23, 28, 30, 31, 207 & 226)
Project: trench, install and maintain an upgraded underground electric service for properties listed above
Notice of Intent (SE12-951)
Applicant: Sin of the Sea LLC
Owner: Fred F. Tilden and Peter G. Tilden & Cynthia B. Tilden Machleidt
Address: 11 Marsh Rd (AP 27.1-28)
Project: remove and reconstruct and maintain an existing boardwalk/foot-bridge
Notice of Intent (SE12-950)
Applicant: Paul E. & Jodi Darrow
Address: 18 Greenhouse Lane (AP 33-32)
Project: temporary cobble nourishment to protect the coastal bank while relocation of the existing single-family house is being permitted
Conservation Restriction
Owner: Elizabeth Huntington Eddy
Address: 17 Welles Way (AP 25-7.5)
Notice of Intent (SE12-947)
Applicant: Town of Chilmark Beach Committee
Address: 34 Squibnocket Road (AP 35-20)
Project: Squibnocket Beach sand nourishment and gravel transition to the beach with a seasonal Mobi mat for beach access
Request for Determination of Applicability
Applicant: Chilmark House LLC
Address: 12 Stone Ridge (AP 25 – 135)
Project: construction of a garage and upgrade of a septic tank to a MicroFAST denitrification tank within 100’ of an isolated wetland.
Representative: Chris Alley
Request for Determination of Applicability
Applicant: Carl Tack
Address: 3 Nickerson Farm Lane (AP 21 – 48.2)
Project: construction access for the installation of a septic tank and pump chamber within 100’ of a BVW
Representative: Chris Alley
Request for Determination of Applicability
Applicant: Barbara Armstrong and James Morgan
Address: 1, 3, 3A, and 4 Creek Hill (AP 27.1 – 131, 135, 145)
Project: Bury electrical service to 3 houses
Request for Determination of Applicability
Applicant: MK Larsen Trust, DL Larsen Trust
Address: 2 Menemsha Crossroad (AP 26-100)
Project: 5’ x 9’ mudroom addition within the Buffer Zone to a vegetated wetland
CONTINUED to October 2, 2025; October 2 - meeting cancelled, therefore continued to October 16, 2025
Request for Determination of Applicability
Applicant: Jane Anderson
Address: 9 Marjo’s Way (AP 27-6)
Project: remove invasives and do tree trimming within the buffer zone
Request for Determination of Applicability
Applicant: Ed Mascolo
Address: 74 Hammett Lane (AP 8-37)
Project: relocation of a private water supply well
Request for Determination of Applicability
Applicant: Susan & Gary Mottau
Address: 2 Church Pasture Way (AP 19 -27)
Project: installing a 1500-gallon septic tank and a 1000-gallon pump chamber for a septic upgrade
Notice of Intent (SE12- 945)
Applicant: Whale Hill, Inc.
Address: 16 Greenhouse Lane (AP 33- 31)
Project: upgrading an existing sewage disposal system serving a four-bedroom single-family residence. The project is located within 100’ of the top of a Coastal Bank and Wetlands.
Request for Determination of Applicability
Applicant: Gary & Susan Smotrich
Address: 14 Tabor Hills (AP 19 -16.3)
Project: replace an existing garage with a garage/guesthouse. The new structure will expand the existing footprint 12 ft to the southeast.
Notice of Intent (SE12- 944)
Applicant: Two Sisters Realty Trust
Address: 35 Harlock Pond Road (AP 1-12)
Project: construct an addition over an existing deck, replace and re-construct existing decks and to remove a portion of an existing retaining wall and regrade the front lawn. All of the proposed work is located within a lawn area or within the footprint of the existing structure; and is also within the Buffer Zone to a wetland and the Riverfront Area
Notice of Intent (SE12-928) - Request for Amendment
Applicant: Joan V. and James E. Hartley, Trustees of The James E. Hartley, Jr. 2020 Family Trust
Address: 72 Cobb’s Hill Road (AP 11-25.1)
Original Project: construction of a pool, pool house/barn, detached office and guest house
Amendment: New site plan for pool and associated mechanics in shed only
Notice of Intent (SE12-931) - Request for Amendment to Order of Conditions
Applicant: Sin of the Sea LLC
Address: 15 Marsh Rd (AP 27.1-31)
Original Project: construct and maintain an addition to an existing dwelling and storage shed, enclose an existing porch and relocate an existing shower
Amendment: construct septic system; withdraw storage shed
Request for Determination of Applicability
Applicant: Stephen Merkel & Robin Shanus
Address: 17 Howell Lane (AP 27-3)
Project: burial of existing overhead wires, setting of a transformer, and removal of a utility pole
Request for Determination of Applicability
Applicant: Christopher & Marilyn Godbout
Address: 139 North Road (AP 8 - 20 & 29.2)
Project: septic system upgrade and related site work
Request for Determination of Applicability
Applicant: Chilmark Preschool
Address: 520 South Road (AP 30-93)
Project: constructing a temporary construction access over existing parking area, landscaped area and tennis courts; install a temporary construction safety fence
Request for Determination of Applicability
Applicant: David Rouse
Address: 7 Huntington Way (AP 16-12)
Project: replacement of a well and upgrade of a cesspool to a new Title 5 septic system within the Buffer Zone of a BVW and within land subject to coastal storm flowage.
Notice of Intent (SE12 – 942)
Applicant: On Menemsha Pond LLC
Address: 34 Edys Island Way (AP 27.1 – 73)
Project: to remove an existing timber pier and construct and maintain a new replacement pier
Request for Determination of Applicability
Applicant: MORGAN7411, LLC
Address: 29 Cemetery Road (AP 8 - 12)
Project: installing a sewage disposal system within 100 ft of wetlands
Notice of Intent (SE12 – 937)
Applicant: Esther and Rogers Brandon, Trustees of the Knoll Lot Nominee Trust
Address: 137 Quansoo Road (AP 22-8)
Project: Construct and maintain an in-ground swimming pool, fence, stone and grass patio and associated landscaping within a FEMA Flood Zone AE (EL 11).
Notice of Intent (SE12 – 935)
Applicant: James D. Elkind, Trustee of the Muddy Cove Realty Trust
Address: 17 Marsh Road (AP 27.1 - 30)
Project: to install and maintain a septic system upgrade; remove an existing timber and “railroad tie” bulkhead and replace/construct with a stone revetment; maintain and license an existing fixed pile timber pier, walkway and add proposed public access stairs within FEMA Flood Zone AE (EL 12)
Notice of Intent (SE12 – 934)
Applicant: Crick Hill LLC
Address: 20 Crick Hill Road (AP 27.1 - 119)
Project: to construct and maintain a proposed dry-laid, stone patio and associated landscaping/plantings within the buffer zone to a coastal bank on the above referenced property
Request for Determination of Applicability
Applicant: Crick Hill LLC
Address: 16 Crick Hill Road (AP 27.1 - 121)
Project: to reconstruct an existing storage shed in the same footprint including installing sono-tube pier foundation, the project is located within the buffer zone to a coastal bank
Request for Determination of Applicability
Applicant: Menemsha Inn Road Association
Address: Menemsha Inn Road (AP 21 – 54 & continuing road)
Project: regrade and repave sections of road, install cutouts and speedbumps to divert water, regrade to move pooling water from Inn to beside road
Notice of Intent (SE12 – 934)
Applicant: Courtney Hurley Pierson
Address: 135 State Rd (AP 33 - 62)
Project: repair and maintenance of failing wooden bulkheading on Nashaquitsa Pond
Request for Determination of Applicability
Request for Determination of Applicability
Applicant: Town of Chilmark
Address: Basin Road
Project: regrade and repave Basin Road, add pavement to move/widen the road, repair three catch basins, and replace a culvert into the wetland between North Road and the north side of Menemsha Bridge
Request for Determination of Applicability
Applicant: Town of Chilmark
Address: 399 Middle Rd (AP 26 - 94)
Project: Install EV Charging Stations at the Town Parking Lot, including a new utility pole supplying a pad-mounted electrical cabinet which will supply 2 new DC fast chargers.
Notice of Intent (SE12 – 933)
Applicant: Paul E. & Jodi Darrow
Address: 18 Greenhouse Lane (AP 33-32)
Project: permitting after the fact for installation of a new underground electric service for an existing single-family residence. The project is located within the Buffer Zones of a Coastal Bank and Wetlands
Notice of Intent (SE12 – 932)
Applicant: The Signal Hill Homeowners Association Trust
Address: Signal Hill Lane (AP 34-1.10)
Project: construct and maintain a gate within the road layout of Signal Hill Lane located within 100 ft of wetlands
Request for Determination of Applicability
Applicant: Paul Darrow
Address: 18 Greenhouse Lane (AP 33-32)
Project: replacement of the roof of an existing single-family residence located within the Buffer Zone of a Coastal Bank and Wetlands
Representative: George Sourati
Request for Determination of Applicability
Applicant: Susan Parkes
Address: 15 Blue Barque Road (AP 17-37)
Project: Install and maintain a septic system upgrade located within a FEMA Flood Zone AE (EL 10). Proposed septic system upgrade to be located within an existing maintained landscaped lawn area.
Notice of Intent (SE12-931)
Applicant: Sin of the Sea LLC
Address: 15 Marsh Rd (AP 27.1-31)
Project: construct and maintain an addition to an existing dwelling and storage shed, enclose an existing porch and relocate an existing shower
Notice of Intent (SE12-930)
Applicant: Barry Greenfield, Trustee, The Exempt Gary Jones 2020 Gift Trust & The Exempt Stacey Snider 2020 Gift Trust
Address: 51 Peases Point Way (AP 27 – 18)
Project: To drill and maintain a replacement domestic well to serve an existing dwelling
Request for Determination of Applicability
Applicant: Deborah Packer
Address: 511 & 0 North Rd (AP 27.1 – 97 & 95)
Project: move the existing split rail fence to the surveyed property line
Notice of Intent (SE12-929)
Applicant: Fred F. Tilden
Address: 11, 21 & 29 Marsh Road (AP 27.1 – 23, 26, 27, 28, & 32)
Project: Selective tree pruning/shaping to maintain existing view channels and vistas
Representative: Reid Silva (VLS)
Request for Determination of Applicability
Applicant: Eric Skogstrom
Address: 10 Basin Rd (24 Basin Rd) (AP 27.1-109)
Project: Directional drill water connection, improvements to the exterior (reshingle, redeck, remove oil tank, remove chimney and patch roof), maintenance of vegetation, cement pad for refridgerator, regrade and dig to install foundation, install exterior staircase with landing
Request for Determination of Applicability
Applicant: Fred Khedouri
Address: 12 Harbor Hill Rd (AP 27.1 – 102)
Project: replace septic system
Representative: Reid Silva (VLS)
Request for Determination of Applicability
Applicant: Town of Chilmark
Address: 62 Basin Rd (AP 21 – 3)
Project: place ADA accessible mats on Menemsha Beach to high water mark and storage shed for floating wheel chair for summer only
Request for Determination of Applicability
Applicant: John Hobby
Address: 82 Hammett Rd (AP 9-9)
Project: topping trees for view channel within 100 ft of cliff
Request for Determination of Applicability
Applicant: Stephen Merkel & Robin Shanus
Address: 17 Howell Lane (AP 27-3)
Project: replace an existing diversion conduit for the control of seasonal artesian groundwater discharging from a domestic well casing
Request for Determination of Applicability
Applicant: Stephen Larsen
Address: 17 Boathouse Rd (AP 27.1 – 90.1)
Project: fortify and stabilize a section of Boathouse Road
Notice of Intent (SE12-927)
Applicant: Chesapeake Realty Trust
Address: 0 State Road (AP 33-146)
Project: replacement and extension of an existing timber boardwalk (on grade) with an elevated timber boardwalk to provide pedestrian access to an existing timber pier
Request for Determination of Applicability
Applicant: Tim Rich for Signal Hill Homeowners Association
Address: 0 Signal Hill Lane (AP 34-1.7)
Project: resurface the existing tennis court and replace the backboard
Request for Determination of Applicability
Applicant: Martina Mastramonaco for Town of Chilmark
Address: Lucy Vincent Beach (AP 29-1)
Project: relocate a part of an existing trail away from the encroaching bluff
Request for Determination of Applicability
Applicant: Peter Rodegast for Sheriffs Meadow Foundation
Address: 141 Quansoo Rd (AP 22 – 5.1)
Project: trench a gas line from tank to generator
Request for Determination of Applicability
Applicant: Chilhead Ventures LLC
Address: 512 North Rd (AP27.1 - 84)
Project: cut existing asphalt parking area, excavate and install 4” vent pipe for septic, backfill and patch asphalt
Request for Determination of Applicability
Applicant: Heather Sommers
Address: 76 State Rd (AP 30-21)
Project: install and maintain a septic system upgrade
Request for Determination of Applicability
Applicant: Abel’s Hill Association
Address: Seaward Way (AP 24-153)
Project: Road repair on Seaward Way
Notice of Intent (SE12-924)
Applicant: Fool’s High Tide LLC
Address: 25 East Lane (AP 32-68.1)
Project: installation and maintenance of a cobble and sand renourishment
Notice of Intent (SE12-925)
Applicant: 21 East Lane Realty Trust
Address: 21 & 0 East Lane (AP 32-67 & 66)
Project: installation and maintenance of a cobble and sand nourishment
Request for Determination of Applicability
Applicant: Robin Hyde for Spring Point Association Inc
Address: Bluff Trail off Lower Hammett Road Access (AP 4-17 & 20)
Project: relocate a part of a pre-existing trail away from the encroaching bluff
Site visit conducted: March 19, 2024
Notice of Intent (SE12-926)
Applicant: Esther and Rogers Brandon, Trustees of the Knoll Lot Nominee Trust
Address: 137 Quansoo Road (AP 22-8)
Project: Construct and maintain an in-ground swimming pool, fence, stone patio and associated landscaping within a FEMA Flood Zone AE (EL 11) and at the edge of a buffer zone.
Request for Determination of Applicability
Applicant: Deck View Nominee Trust
Address: 18 Austin Pasture (AP 35-2)
Project: Trenching and installation of a proposed new waterline, electrical service for pump and 4" drain-line within a 100 ft. buffer zone to a bordering vegetated wetland.
Request for Determination of Applicability
Applicant: Regen Family Storks Nest LLC & David G. Stork
Address: 6 Storks Nest Lane (AP 35-27)
Project: Trench, install and maintain a proposed perimeter foundation drain and drywell within a 100 ft. buffer zone to the top of a bank.
Request for Determination of Applicability
Applicant: Ryan Rossi
Address: 51 Basin Rd (AP 21-01)
Project: place a storage shed on the north side of the comfort station in Menemsha
Notice of Intent
Applicant: Nashaquitsa Trust
Address: 0 State Rd (AP 33-118)
Project: Maintain an existing, licensed, fixed pile pier. The project proposes to raise the pier decking 12”. The piles, ramp, seasonal float and boathouse to be maintained as necessary in perpetuity.
Notice of Intent
Applicant: Prospect Hill Associates
Address: Beetlebung Rd (AP 20-86)
Project: widen an existing road from 9.5’ to 12’ and install a turn-out to improve road safety
Notice of Intent (SE12-920)
Applicant: John Hastings
Address: 8 Abels Neck Rd (AP 30-67)
Project: Install a 15‘ x 40’ lap pool.
RDA - Robert Labaree - 78 Menemsha Inn Rd. (AP 21-36) - Vegetable garden, fencing, irrigation abutting wetland - applicant will return with alternative location - discussed 11/16/23