Environmental Impact Commission

Posted in City of Danbury Town Clerk’s Office on August 28, 2025 at 3:38 p.m. CITY OF DANBURY 155 DEER HILL AVENUE DANBURY, CONNECTICUT 06810 ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT COMMISSION (203) 797-4525 www.danbury-ct.gov (203) 797-4586 (FAX) REGULAR MEETING ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT COMMISSION MINUTES CITY HALL – 155 DEER HILL AVENUE City Council Chambers Wednesday, August 13, 2025 7:00 p.m. ROLL CALL: Chairman Matthew Rose called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Present by roll call: Michael Flanagan, Elizabeth Falk, John Schwartz, Geoff Herald, Cristina Britton, and Gary Dufel. Staff present was Melissa Llera, Secretary, and Larry Liebman, Environmental Compliance Inspector. Chairman Matthew Rose seated Gary Dufel for Mark Massoud. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Geoff Herald. ACCEPTANCE OF MINUTES: July 23, 2025 Motion to accept the minutes of July 23, 2025 as presented was made by Geoff Herald; seconded by Michael Flanagan. No remarks. All in favor with Ayes of those eligible to vote: Michael Flanagan, John Schwartz, Geoff Herald, Cristina Britton, and Gary Dufel. Next regular meeting is scheduled for August 27, 2025. NEW BUSINESS: #1248 128 Great Plain Road, Brito, Riceli, Ralph Gallagher Jr., Agent; (J07050), RA-20 Zone, Addition to existing dwelling Ralph Gallagher, professional engineer, was present to represent the application. The parcel is a little over an acre with a single family home. They are proposing a 20’ x 30’ addition on the west side of the dwelling, along with adding deck(s) and a pool. There was some cleanup requested of the wetlands which is in the process of being completed. The property is flat, so there will be limited erosion. However, they do have sediment and erosion controls along the stream. They have a B100 in the northeast corner, but will be using the existing septic. EIC Minutes – August 13, 2025 Page 2 Mr. Dufel asked if they were adding a bedroom, would a new septic be required? Mr. Gallagher clarified they are not adding to the bedroom count, but they could, given that a B100 is in place. Mr. Liebman adds that this application was previously withdrawn while they waited for the wetland flagging and a new survey which has since been completed. They have also received a planting plan. He has prepared a staff report, but would like to add a ninth condition that a final set of construction drawings be submitted prior to construction. Motion to approve No. 1248, 128 Great Plain Road, with the nine conditions was made by Geoff Herald; seconded by Michael Flanagan. All in favor with Ayes: Michael Flanagan, Elizabeth Falk, John Schwartz, Geoff Herald, Cristina Britton, Gary Dufel, and Matthew Rose. OLD BUSINESS: #1243 4 Charcoal Ridge Dr. S., JC Construction Svc LLC; (F04026), RA-40 Zone, Proposed addition and deck for existing residence, along with a new shed Chairman Rose stated that application will be tabled to the next regularly scheduled meeting. Motion to table No. 1243, 4 Charcoal Ridge Dr. S., until the next regularly scheduled meeting was made by Geoff Herald; seconded by Elizabeth Falk. All in favor with Ayes: Michael Flanagan, Elizabeth Falk, John Schwartz, Geoff Herald, Cristina Britton, Gary Dufel, and Matthew Rose. #1244 20 Marion Street, Zarzhevsky, Alexander, Ritter, Cliff, Agent; (H22117), RA-20 Zone, Construction of addition and open deck Chairman Rose informed the Commission a staff report has been prepared. Ms. Llera added that the applicant acknowledged receipt and acceptance of the staff report. Motion to approve No. 1244, 20 Marion Street, with the seven conditions noted in the staff report was made by Elizabeth Falk; seconded by John Schwartz. All in favor with Ayes: Michael Flanagan, Elizabeth Falk, John Schwartz, Geoff Herald, Cristina Britton, Gary Dufel, and Matthew Rose. #1245 15 Great Pasture Road, Eppoliti Industrial Realty, Inc., Sullivan, Steven P.E., Agent; (L16005), IL-40 Zone, Construction of four industrial buildings with associated parking and loading Chairman Rose stated that application will be tabled to the next regularly scheduled meeting. Motion to table No. 1245, 15 Great Pasture Road, per the applicant’s request was made by John Schwartz; seconded by Elizabeth Falk. All in favor with Ayes: Michael Flanagan, Elizabeth Falk, John Schwartz, Geoff Herald, Cristina Britton, Gary Dufel, and Matthew Rose. #1246 Lot 1- Bayberry Lane, Artel Engineering Group, LLC; (F14002), RA-40 Zone, Construction of single-family dwelling, garage, driveway, septic system, well, utilities, and lawn area Chairman Rose stated that application will be tabled to the next regularly scheduled meeting. Motion to table No. 1246, Lot 1-Bayberry Lane, pending receipt of additional information, until the next regularly scheduled meeting was made by John Schwartz; seconded by Elizabeth Falk. All in favor with Ayes: Michael Flanagan, Elizabeth Falk, John Schwartz, Geoff Herald, Cristina Britton, Gary Dufel, and Matthew Rose. EIC Minutes – August 13, 2025 Page 3 #1247 Lot 2- Bayberry Lane, Artel Engineering Group, LLC; (F15013), RA-40 Zone, Construction of single-family dwelling, garage, driveway, septic system, well, utilities, and lawn area Chairman Rose stated that application will be tabled to the next regularly scheduled meeting. Motion to table No. 1247, Lot 2- Bayberry Lane, pending receipt of additional information, until the next regularly scheduled meeting was made by Geoff Herald; seconded by Michael Flanagan. All in favor with Ayes: Michael Flanagan, Elizabeth Falk, John Schwartz, Geoff Herald, Cristina Britton, Gary Dufel, and Matthew Rose. Mr. Liebman stated he will arrange site walks of the Bayberry properties next week for any Commissioners who have not visited yet. APPLICATION FOR ADMINISTRATIVE APPROVAL: #1249 9 Side Hill Court (aka 56), Ferrentino, Dean; (K24009), RA-40 Zone, Construction of two sheds on property Mr. Liebman stated the application was for two sheds with a total of 236 sq. ft. The closest activity to the wetlands is about 25 ft. away for the 140 sq. ft. shed on blocks. He recommends approval and prepared a staff report. An intial motion was made to approve a 140 sq. ft. shed. Ms. Falk clarified that the application was for two sheds. A new motion of approval was then made. Motion to grant administrative approval for No. 1249, 9 Side Hill Court, for two sheds, was made by Geoff Herald; seconded by Elizabeth Falk. All in favor with Ayes: Michael Flanagan, Elizabeth Falk, John Schwartz, Geoff Herald, Cristina Britton, Gary Dufel, and Matthew Rose. #1250 9 Jeffrey Street, Pearl, Amy & Von Eggers, Susan; (H22132), RA-20 Zone, Construction of one shed on property Mr. Liebman stated that the application was for a 144 sq. ft. shed that will be over 50’ from the lake. He recommends approval. Mr. Herald clarifies that the shed listed is 12’x 13’ or 156 sq. ft. Motion to grant administrative approval for No. 1250, 9 Jeffrey Street, for a 12’x 13’ shed, was made by Geoff Herald; seconded by Michael Flanagan. All in favor with Ayes: Michael Flanagan, Elizabeth Falk, John Schwartz, Geoff Herald, Cristina Britton, Gary Dufel, and Matthew Rose. VIOLATIONS: Mr. Liebman informed the Commission there are no new updates on any of the violations listed. 1. Notice of Violation: 111 Coalpit Hill Road 2. Notice of Violation: 124 Franklin St 3. Notice of Violation: 18 Spruce Mountain Road 4. Notice of Violation: 5 Oak Lane 5. Notice of Violation: 25 Miry Brook Road EIC Minutes – August 13, 2025 Page 4 6. Notice of Violation: 24 Miry Brook Road OTHER MATTERS: 1. Working Group Updates Ms. Falk reminded the Commission that the next meeting is August 19th from 4 p.m.- 5:30 p.m. at City Hall in the Planning Department conference room. CORRESPONENCE: Mr. Herald informed the Commission that the tree planted for Mr. Gallo is showing new growth. ADJOURNMENT: Motion to adjourn was made by Geoff Herald; seconded by John Schwartz. All in favor with Ayes: Michael Flanagan, Elizabeth Falk, John Schwartz, Geoff Herald, Cristina Britton, Gary Dufel, and Matthew Rose. Meeting adjourned at 7:16 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Melissa Llera Recording Secretary