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HomeMy WebLinkAboutNOI 4.18.2025                         NOTICE OF INTENT Smugglers Beach South Middle Beach and Judan Way Yarmouth, MA   YARMOUTH BEACH MANAGEMENT PLANS April 2025  PREPARED FOR:  Roby Whitehouse, DPW Assistant Director  Town of Yarmouth  1146 Route 28  South Yarmouth, MA 02664    PREPARED BY:    Contents Cover Letter Notice of Intent Forms WPA Form 3 NOI Wetland Fee Transmittal Form Local Forms NOI Administrative Checklist 21-Day Waiver Abutters Notification Certified List of Abutters Notification to Abutters Project Narrative Attachments Attachment A – Locus Maps Figure 1 – USGS Topographic Map Figure 2 – Aerial Map Figure 3 – FEMA Flood Insurance Rate Map Figure 4 – Environmental Constraints Map Figure 5 – Soils Map Attachment B – Smugglers Beach Management Plan Attachment C – South Middle & Judan Way Beach Management Plan horsleywitten.com April 15, 2025 Yarmouth Conservation Commission c/o Brittany DiRienzo, Conservation Administrator 1146 Route 28 South Yarmouth, MA 02664 Re: Notice of Intent Application – Yarmouth Beach Management Plans for Smugglers Beach, South Middle Beach, and Judan Way, Yarmouth, Massachusetts Dear Members of the Conservation Commission: On behalf of the Applicant, the Town of Yarmouth, the Horsley Witten Group, Inc. (HW) is submitting the enclosed Notice of Intent (NOI) application and supporting materials for Beach Management Plans for the public beach areas at Smugglers Beach, South Middle Beach, and Judan Way in Yarmouth, MA, for the purposes of preserving and maximizing wetland resource area values, allowance of adequate public access, and preservation of recreational values. Specifically, the proposed Beach Management Plans provide detailed outlines of proposed beach management activities specific to each of these beach areas, which include both proactive and reactive measures such as protection/preservation, beach maintenance, seaweed management, and oversight and care of man-made structures or amenities. Two Beach Management Plans have been developed to cover the proposed management activities, with one plan detailing the proposed activities for the Smugglers Beach location and the second plan detailing the proposed activities for both the South Middle Beach and Judan Way beach areas. The South Middle Beach and Judan Way beach areas are combined in one Beach Management Plan for the purposes of operational efficiency, as they are in close proximity to one another and have been maintained as a single site by the Town, relative to access and required beach management activities. The proposed management activities detailed in the Beach Management Plans fall within Coastal Beach, Coastal Dune, and Land Subject to Coastal Storm Flowage, which are protected and regulated under the Massachusetts Wetland Protection Act (M.G.L. Ch. 131 § 40) and the Town of Yarmouth Wetlands Protection Bylaw (Ch. 143). Additionally, the se areas are mapped by the Natural Heritage and Endangered Species Program (NHESP) as Priority Habitat of Rare Species and Estimated Habitat of Rare Wildlife, as they provide important nesting habitat for state-listed shorebirds, including Piping Plovers and Least Terns, both of which are protected under the Massachusetts Endangered Species Act (M.G.L. Ch. 131A; MESA) . However, the Yarmouth Conservation Commission April 15, 2025 Page 2 of 2 H:\Projects\2025\25004 Yarmouth Beach Mngt Plan\Permitting\NOI_Conservation\_CoverLetter_Yarmouth_Beach Mgmt Plans_25004_DRAFT.doc management activities are required to maintain these publicly available recreational areas in a clean, safe, and accessible manner, and the management plans have been developed with protocols and standards that will preserve and protect these environmental resources and the public values and interests that they serve. Detailed information about the proposed project is provided in the enclosed Beach Management Plans, titled “Town of Yarmouth Beach Management Plan, Smugglers Beach, Yarmouth, Massachusetts” dated April 2025, and “Town of Yarmouth Beach Management Plan, South Middle Beach & Judan Way, Yarmouth, Massachusetts” dated April 2025, and is further elaborated in the attached project narrative. Enclosed please find one complete copy of the NOI application and supporting documentation, as well as one original and six copies (seven total) of each of the Beach Management Plans, and an electronic copy has also been sent to the Commission. All materials have been uploaded to the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP) eDEP portal, and to the Heritage Hub portal for NHESP. As this is a municipal project, it is exempt from state and local wetlands filing fees. Notification of the pending public hearing has been sent to abutters in accordance with state and local filing regulations. We respectfully request that this project be placed on Commission’s May 15, 2025 public hearing agenda, to allow for a 30-day review by NHESP prior to the Commission’s hearing. Thank you in advance for your review of this NOI application. If you have any questions and/or require additional information pertaining to this submittal, please contact me at (508) 833 -6600 x119 or at aball@horsleywitten.com. We look forward to meeting with the Commission next month. Sincerely, Horsley Witten Group, Inc. Amy M. Ball, PWS, CWS Senior Associate – Senior Ecologist Enclosures cc: MassDEP, Southeast Regional Office Amy Hoenig, MA Natural Heritage and Endangered Species Program Roby Whitehouse, Town of Yarmouth DPW Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection eDEP Transaction Copy Here is the file you requested for your records. To retain a copy of this file you must save and/or print. Username: Transaction ID: Document: Size of File: Status of Transaction: Date and Time Created: Note: This file only includes forms that were part of your transaction as of the date and time indicated above. If you need a more current copy of your transaction, return to eDEP and select to “Download a Copy” from the Current Submittals page. 1885601 4/9/2025:10:03:23 AM 273.24K 90ROUTE6AEDEP WPA Form 3 - NOI In Process a.Yes, Attach a copy of the Stormwater Report as required by the Stormwater Management Standards per 310 CMR 10.05(6)(k)­(q) and check if: A.General Information 1. Project Location: a. Street Address 220 SOUTH STREET b. City/Town YARMOUTH c. Zip Code 02673 d. Latitude 41.64417N e. Longitude 70.19892W f. Map/Plat #26, 26, N/A g.Parcel/Lot #116, 128, N/A 2. Applicant: Individual Organization a. First Name ROBY b.Last Name WHITEHOUSE c. Organization TOWN OF YARMOUTH DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS d. Mailing Address 74 TOWN BROOK ROAD e. City/Town WEST YARMOUTH f. State MA g. Zip Code 02673 h. Phone Number 508­398­2231 i. Fax 508­760­4830 j. Email rwhitehouse@yarmouth.ma.us 3.Property Owner: more than one owner a. First Name ROBY b. Last Name WHITEHOUSE c. Organization TOWN OF YARMOUTH DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS d. Mailing Address 74 TOWN BROOK ROAD e. City/Town WEST YARMOUTH f.State MA g. Zip Code 02673 h. Phone Number 508­398­2231 i. Fax 508­760­4830 j.Email rwhitehouse@yarmouth.ma.us 4.Representative: a. First Name AMY b. Last Name BALL c. Organization HORSLEY WITTEN GROUP, INC. d. Mailing Address 90 ROUTE 6A, UNIT #1 e. City/Town SANDWICH f. State MA g. Zip Code 02563 h.Phone Number 508­833­6600 i.Fax j.Email aball@horsleywitten.com 5.Total WPA Fee Paid (Automatically inserted from NOI Wetland Fee Transmittal Form): a.Total Fee Paid 0.00 b.State Fee Paid 0.00 c.City/Town Fee Paid 0.00 6.General Project Description: BEACH MANAGEMENT PLANS FOR SMUGGLERS BEACH, SOUTH MIDDLE BEACH, AND JUDAN WAY 7a.Project Type: 1. Single Family Home 2. Residential Subdivision 3.Limited Project Driveway Crossing 4.Commercial/Industrial 5.Dock/Pier 6.Utilities 7.Coastal Engineering Structure 8.Agriculture (eg., cranberries, forestry) 9.Transportation 10.Other 7b.Is any portion of the proposed activity eligible to be treated as a limited project subject to 310 CMR 10.24 (coastal) or 310 CMR 10.53 (inland)? 1.Yes No If yes, describe which limited project applies to this project: 2. Limited Project 8.Property recorded at the Registry of Deeds for: a.County:b.Certificate:c.Book:d.Page: BARNSTABLE 1153 130 BARNSTABLE 3632 0337 B. Buffer Zone & Resource Area Impacts (temporary & permanent) 1.Buffer Zone & Resource Area Impacts (temporary & permanent): This is a Buffer Zone only project ­ Check if the project is located only in the Buffer Zone of a Bordering Vegetated Wetland, Inland Bank, or Coastal Resource Area. 2.Inland Resource Areas: (See 310 CMR 10.54 ­ 10.58, if not applicable, go to Section B.3. Coastal Resource Areas) Resource Area Size of Proposed Alteration Proposed Replacement (if any) a.Bank 1. linear feet 2. linear feet b.Bordering Vegetated Wetland 1. square feet 2. square feet c.Land under Waterbodies and Waterways 1. Square feet 2. square feet 3. cubic yards dredged d.Bordering Land Subject to Flooding 1. square feet 2. square feet 3. cubic feet of flood storage lost 4. cubic feet replaced e.Isolated Land Subject to Flooding 1. square feet 2. cubic feet of flood storage lost 3. cubic feet replaced f.Riverfront Area 1. Name of Waterway (if any) 2. Width of Riverfront Area (check one)25 ft. ­ Designated Densely Developed Areas only 100 ft. ­ New agricultural projects only 200 ft. ­ All other projects 3. Total area of Riverfront Area on the site of the proposed project square feet 4. Proposed Alteration of the Riverfront Area: a. total square feet b. square feet within 100 ft.c. square feet between 100 ft. and 200 ft. 5. Has an alternatives analysis been done and is it attached to this NOI?Yes No 6. Was the lot where the activity is proposed created prior to August 1, 1996?Yes No 3.Coastal Resource Areas: (See 310 CMR 10.25 ­ 10.35) Resource Area Size of Proposed Alteration Proposed Replacement (if any) a.Designated Port Areas Indicate size under Land under the ocean below, b.Land Under the Ocean 1. square feet 2. cubic yards dredged c.Barrier Beaches Indicate size under Coastal Beaches and/or Coatstal Dunes, below d.Coastal Beaches 130500 1. square feet 2. cubic yards beach nourishment e.Coastal Dunes 1. square feet 2. cubic yards dune nourishment f.Coastal Banks 1. linear feet g.Rocky Intertidal Shores 1. square feet h.Salt Marshes 1. square feet 2. sq ft restoration, rehab, crea. i.Land Under Salt Ponds 1. square feet 2. cubic yards dredged j.Land Containing Shellfish 1. square feet k.Fish Runs Indicate size under Coastal Banks, Inland Bank, Land Under the Ocean, and/or inland Land Under Waterbodies and Waterways, above 1. cubic yards dredged l.Land Subject to Coastal Storm Flowage 130500 1. square feet 4.Restoration/Enhancement  Restoration/Replacement If the project is for the purpose of restoring or enhancing a wetland resource area in addition to the square footage that has been entered in Section B.2.b or B.3.h above, please entered the additional amount here. a. square feet of BVW b. square feet of Salt Marsh 5.Projects Involves Stream Crossings  Project Involves Streams Crossings If the project involves Stream Crossings, please enter the number of new stream crossings/number of replacement stream crossings. a. number of new stream crossings b. number of replacement stream crossings C. Other Applicable Standards and Requirements Streamlined Massachusetts Endangered Species Act/Wetlands Protection Act Review 1.Is any portion of the proposed project located in Estimated Habitat of Rare Wildlife as indicated on the most recent Estimated Habitat Map of State­Listed Rare Wetland Wildlife published by the Natural Heritage of Endangered Species program (NHESP)? a.Yes No If yes, include proof of mailing or hand delivery of NOI to: Natural Heritage and Endangered Species Program Division of Fisheries and Wildlife 1 Rabbit Hill Road Westborough, MA 01581 b. Date of map:AUGUST 1, 2021 If yes, the project is also subject to Massachusetts Endangered Species Act (MESA) review (321 CMR 10.18).... c. Submit Supplemental Information for Endangered Species Review * (Check boxes as they apply) 1. Percentage/acreage of property to be altered: (a) within Wetland Resource Area 130500 percentage/acreage (b) outside Resource Area percentage/acreage 2. Assessor's Map or right­of­way plan of site 3. Project plans for entire project site, including wetland resource areas and areas outside of wetland jurisdiction, showing existing and proposed conditions, existing and proposed tree/vegetation clearing line, and clearly demarcated limits of work ** a.Project description (including description of impacts outside of wetland resource area & buffer zone) b. Photographs representative of the site c. MESA filing fee (fee information available at: http://www.mass.gov/eea/agencies/dfg/dfw/natural­heritage/regulatory­ review/mass­endangered­species­act­mesa/mesa­fee­schedule.html ) Make check payable to "Natural Heritage & Endangered Species Fund" and mail to NHESP at above address Projects altering 10 or more acres of land, also submit: d.Vegetation cover type map of site e.Project plans showing Priority & Estimated Habitat boundaries d. OR Check One of the following 1. Project is exempt from MESA review. Attach applicant letter indicating which MESA exemption applies. (See 321 CMR 10.14, http://www.mass.gov/eea/agencies/dfg/dfw/laws­regulations/cmr/321­cmr­1000­massachusetts­endangered­ species­act.html#10.14; the NOI must still be sent to NHESP if the project is within estimated habitat pursuant to 310 CMR 10.37 and 10.59.) 2. Separate MESA review ongoing. a. NHESP Tracking Number b. Date submitted to NHESP 3.Separate MESA review completed. Include copy of NHESP "no Take" determination or valid Conservation & Management Permit with approved plan. *Some projects not  in Estimated Habitat may be located in Priority Habitat, and require NHESP review... 2.For coastal projects only, is any portion of the proposed project located below the mean high waterline or in a fish run? a. Not applicable ­ project is in inland resource area only b.Yes No If yes, include proof of mailing or hand delivery of NOI to either: South Shore ­ Cohasset to Rhode Island, and the Cape & Islands: Division of Marine Fisheries ­  Southeast Marine Fisheries Station Attn: Environmental Reviewer 836 S. Rodney French Blvd  New Bedford, MA 02744 North Shore ­ Hull to New Hampshire: Division of Marine Fisheries ­  North Shore Office Attn: Environmental Reviewer 30 Emerson Avenue Gloucester, MA 01930 If yes, it may require a Chapter 91 license. For coastal towns in the Northeast Region, please contact MassDEP's Boston Office. For coastal towns in the Southeast Region, please contact MassDEP's Southeast Regional office. 3.Is any portion of the proposed project within an Area of Critical Environmental Concern (ACEC)? a.Yes No If yes, provide name of ACEC (see instructions to WPA Form 3 or DEP Website for ACEC locations). Note: electronic filers click on Website. b. ACEC Name 4.Is any portion of the proposed project within an area designated as an Outstanding Resource Water (ORW) as designated in the Massachusetts Surface Water Quality Standards, 314 CMR 4.00? a.Yes No 5.Is any portion of the site subject to a Wetlands Restriction Order under the Inland Wetlands Restriction Act (M.G.L.c. 131, § 40A) or the Coastal Wetlands Restriction Act (M.G.L.c. 130, § 105)? a.Yes No 6.Is this project subject to provisions of the MassDEP Stormwater Management Standards? 1.Applying for Low Impact Development (LID) site design credits (as described in Stormwater Management Handbook Vol.2, Chapter 3) 2.A portion of the site constitutes redevelopment 3.Proprietary BMPs are included in the Stormwater Management System b.No, Explain why the project is exempt: 1.Single Family Home 2.Emergency Road Repair 3.Small Residential Subdivision (less than or equal to 4 single­family houses or less than or equal to 4 units in multi­family housing project) with no discharge to Critical Areas. D. Additional Information Applicants must include the following with this Notice of Intent (NOI). See instructions for details. Online Users: Attach the document transaction number (provided on your receipt page) for any of the following information you submit to the Department by regular mail delivery. 1.USGS or other map of the area (along with a narrative description, if necessary) containing sufficient information for the Conservation Commission and the Department to locate the site. (Electronic filers may omit this item.) 2.Plans identifying the location of proposed activities (including activities proposed to serve as a Bordering Vegetated Wetland [BVW] replication area or other mitigating measure) relative to the boundaries of each affected resource area. 3.Identify the method for BVW and other resource area boundary delineations (MassDEP BVW Field Data Form(s). Determination of Applicability, Order of Resource Area Delineation, etc.), and attach documentation of the methodology. 4.List the titles and dates for all plans and other materials submitted with this NOI. a. Plan Title:b. Plan Prepared By:c. Plan Signed/Stamped By:c. Revised Final Date:e. Scale: TOWN OF YARMOUTH BEACH MANAGEMENT PLAN, SMUGGLERS BEACH, YARMOUTH, MASSACHUSETTS HORSLEY WITTEN GROUP, INC.April 2025 TOWN OF YARMOUTH BEACH MANAGEMENT PLAN, SOUTH MIDDLE BEACH & JUDAN WAY, YARMOUTH, MASSACHUSETTS HORSLEY WITTEN GROUP, INC.April 2025 5.If there is more than one property owner, please attach a list of these property owners not listed on this form. 6.Attach proof of mailing for Natural Heritage and Endangered Species Program, if needed. 7.Attach proof of mailing for Massachusetts Division of Marine Fisheries, if needed. 8.Attach NOI Wetland Fee Transmittal Form. 9.Attach Stormwater Report, if needed. E. Fees 1. Fee Exempt: No filing fee shall be assessed for projects of any city, town, county, or district of the Commonwealth, federally recognized Indian tribe housing authority, municipal housing authority, or the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority. Applicants must submit the following information (in addition to pages 1 and 2 of the NOI Wetland Fee Transmittal Form) to confirm fee payment: 2. Municipal Check Number 3. Check date 4. State Check Number 5. Check date 6. Payer name on check: First Name 7. Payer name on check: Last Name F. Signatures and Submittal Requirements I hereby certify under the penalties of perjury that the foregoing Notice of Intent and accompanying plans, documents, and supporting data are true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that the Conservation Commission will place notification of this Notice in a local newspaper at the expense of the applicant in accordance with the wetlands regulations, 310 CMR 10.05(5)(a). I further certify under penalties of perjury that all abutters were notified of this application, pursuant to the requirements of M.G.L. c. 131, § 40. Notice must be made by Certificate of Mailing or in writing by hand delivery or certified mail (return receipt requested) to all abutters within 100 feet of the property line of the project location. 1. Signature of Applicant 2. Date 3. Signature of Property Owner(if different)4. Date 5. Signature of Representative (if any)6. Date For Conservation Commission: Two copies of the completed Notice of Intent (Form 3), including supporting plans and documents, two copies of the NOI Wetland Fee Transmittal Form, and the city/town fee payment, to the Conservation Commission by certified mail or hand delivery. For MassDEP: One copy of the completed Notice of Intent (Form 3), including supporting plans and documents, one copy of the NOI Wetland Fee Transmittal Form, and a copy of the state fee payment to the MassDEP Regional Office (see Instructions) by certified mail or hand delivery. Other: If the applicant has checked the "yes" box in Section C, Items 1­3, above, refer to that section and the Instructions for additional submittal requirements. The original and copies must be sent simultaneously. Failure by the applicant to send copies in a timely manner may result in dismissal of the Notice of Intent. Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection Bureau of Resource Protection ­ Wetlands WPA Form 3 ­ Notice of Intent Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act M.G./. c. 3 † Provided by MassDEP: MassDEP File : eDEP Transaction : City/Town:<ARMOUTH Page 1 of 7 * ELECTRONIC COPY a.Yes, Attach a copy of the Stormwater Report as required by the Stormwater Management Standards per 310 CMR 10.05(6)(k)­(q) and check if: A.General Information1. Project Location:a. Street Address 220 SOUTH STREETb. City/Town YARMOUTH c. Zip Code 02673d. Latitude 41.64417N e. Longitude 70.19892Wf. Map/Plat #26, 26, N/A g.Parcel/Lot #116, 128, N/A2. Applicant:Individual Organizationa. First Name ROBY b.Last Name WHITEHOUSEc. Organization TOWN OF YARMOUTH DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKSd. Mailing Address 74 TOWN BROOK ROADe. City/Town WEST YARMOUTH f. State MA g. Zip Code 02673h. Phone Number 508­398­2231 i. Fax 508­760­4830 j. Email rwhitehouse@yarmouth.ma.us3.Property Owner:more than one ownera. First Name ROBY b. Last Name WHITEHOUSEc. Organization TOWN OF YARMOUTH DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKSd. Mailing Address 74 TOWN BROOK ROADe. City/Town WEST YARMOUTH f.State MA g. Zip Code 02673h. Phone Number 508­398­2231 i. Fax 508­760­4830 j.Email rwhitehouse@yarmouth.ma.us4.Representative:a. First Name AMY b. Last Name BALLc. Organization HORSLEY WITTEN GROUP, INC.d. Mailing Address 90 ROUTE 6A, UNIT #1e. City/Town SANDWICH f. State MA g. Zip Code 02563h.Phone Number 508­833­6600 i.Fax j.Email aball@horsleywitten.com5.Total WPA Fee Paid (Automatically inserted from NOI Wetland Fee Transmittal Form):a.Total Fee Paid 0.00 b.State Fee Paid 0.00 c.City/Town Fee Paid 0.006.General Project Description: BEACH MANAGEMENT PLANS FOR SMUGGLERS BEACH, SOUTH MIDDLE BEACH, AND JUDAN WAY 7a.Project Type: 1. Single Family Home 2. Residential Subdivision 3.Limited Project Driveway Crossing 4.Commercial/Industrial 5.Dock/Pier 6.Utilities 7.Coastal Engineering Structure 8.Agriculture (eg., cranberries, forestry) 9.Transportation 10.Other 7b.Is any portion of the proposed activity eligible to be treated as a limited project subject to 310 CMR 10.24 (coastal) or 310 CMR 10.53 (inland)? 1.Yes No If yes, describe which limited project applies to this project: 2. Limited Project 8.Property recorded at the Registry of Deeds for: a.County:b.Certificate:c.Book:d.Page: BARNSTABLE 1153 130 BARNSTABLE 3632 0337 B. Buffer Zone & Resource Area Impacts (temporary & permanent) 1.Buffer Zone & Resource Area Impacts (temporary & permanent): This is a Buffer Zone only project ­ Check if the project is located only in the Buffer Zone of a Bordering Vegetated Wetland, Inland Bank, or Coastal Resource Area. 2.Inland Resource Areas: (See 310 CMR 10.54 ­ 10.58, if not applicable, go to Section B.3. Coastal Resource Areas) Resource Area Size of Proposed Alteration Proposed Replacement (if any) a.Bank 1. linear feet 2. linear feet b.Bordering Vegetated Wetland 1. square feet 2. square feet c.Land under Waterbodies and Waterways 1. Square feet 2. square feet 3. cubic yards dredged d.Bordering Land Subject to Flooding 1. square feet 2. square feet 3. cubic feet of flood storage lost 4. cubic feet replaced e.Isolated Land Subject to Flooding 1. square feet 2. cubic feet of flood storage lost 3. cubic feet replaced f.Riverfront Area 1. Name of Waterway (if any) 2. Width of Riverfront Area (check one)25 ft. ­ Designated Densely Developed Areas only 100 ft. ­ New agricultural projects only 200 ft. ­ All other projects 3. Total area of Riverfront Area on the site of the proposed project square feet 4. Proposed Alteration of the Riverfront Area: a. total square feet b. square feet within 100 ft.c. square feet between 100 ft. and 200 ft. 5. Has an alternatives analysis been done and is it attached to this NOI?Yes No 6. Was the lot where the activity is proposed created prior to August 1, 1996?Yes No 3.Coastal Resource Areas: (See 310 CMR 10.25 ­ 10.35) Resource Area Size of Proposed Alteration Proposed Replacement (if any) a.Designated Port Areas Indicate size under Land under the ocean below, b.Land Under the Ocean 1. square feet 2. cubic yards dredged c.Barrier Beaches Indicate size under Coastal Beaches and/or Coatstal Dunes, below d.Coastal Beaches 130500 1. square feet 2. cubic yards beach nourishment e.Coastal Dunes 1. square feet 2. cubic yards dune nourishment f.Coastal Banks 1. linear feet g.Rocky Intertidal Shores 1. square feet h.Salt Marshes 1. square feet 2. sq ft restoration, rehab, crea. i.Land Under Salt Ponds 1. square feet 2. cubic yards dredged j.Land Containing Shellfish 1. square feet k.Fish Runs Indicate size under Coastal Banks, Inland Bank, Land Under the Ocean, and/or inland Land Under Waterbodies and Waterways, above 1. cubic yards dredged l.Land Subject to Coastal Storm Flowage 130500 1. square feet 4.Restoration/Enhancement  Restoration/Replacement If the project is for the purpose of restoring or enhancing a wetland resource area in addition to the square footage that has been entered in Section B.2.b or B.3.h above, please entered the additional amount here. a. square feet of BVW b. square feet of Salt Marsh 5.Projects Involves Stream Crossings  Project Involves Streams Crossings If the project involves Stream Crossings, please enter the number of new stream crossings/number of replacement stream crossings. a. number of new stream crossings b. number of replacement stream crossings C. Other Applicable Standards and Requirements Streamlined Massachusetts Endangered Species Act/Wetlands Protection Act Review 1.Is any portion of the proposed project located in Estimated Habitat of Rare Wildlife as indicated on the most recent Estimated Habitat Map of State­Listed Rare Wetland Wildlife published by the Natural Heritage of Endangered Species program (NHESP)? a.Yes No If yes, include proof of mailing or hand delivery of NOI to: Natural Heritage and Endangered Species Program Division of Fisheries and Wildlife 1 Rabbit Hill Road Westborough, MA 01581 b. Date of map:AUGUST 1, 2021 If yes, the project is also subject to Massachusetts Endangered Species Act (MESA) review (321 CMR 10.18).... c. Submit Supplemental Information for Endangered Species Review * (Check boxes as they apply) 1. Percentage/acreage of property to be altered: (a) within Wetland Resource Area 130500 percentage/acreage (b) outside Resource Area percentage/acreage 2. Assessor's Map or right­of­way plan of site 3. Project plans for entire project site, including wetland resource areas and areas outside of wetland jurisdiction, showing existing and proposed conditions, existing and proposed tree/vegetation clearing line, and clearly demarcated limits of work ** a.Project description (including description of impacts outside of wetland resource area & buffer zone) b. Photographs representative of the site c. MESA filing fee (fee information available at: http://www.mass.gov/eea/agencies/dfg/dfw/natural­heritage/regulatory­ review/mass­endangered­species­act­mesa/mesa­fee­schedule.html ) Make check payable to "Natural Heritage & Endangered Species Fund" and mail to NHESP at above address Projects altering 10 or more acres of land, also submit: d.Vegetation cover type map of site e.Project plans showing Priority & Estimated Habitat boundaries d. OR Check One of the following 1. Project is exempt from MESA review. Attach applicant letter indicating which MESA exemption applies. (See 321 CMR 10.14, http://www.mass.gov/eea/agencies/dfg/dfw/laws­regulations/cmr/321­cmr­1000­massachusetts­endangered­ species­act.html#10.14; the NOI must still be sent to NHESP if the project is within estimated habitat pursuant to 310 CMR 10.37 and 10.59.) 2. Separate MESA review ongoing. a. NHESP Tracking Number b. Date submitted to NHESP 3.Separate MESA review completed. Include copy of NHESP "no Take" determination or valid Conservation & Management Permit with approved plan. *Some projects not  in Estimated Habitat may be located in Priority Habitat, and require NHESP review... 2.For coastal projects only, is any portion of the proposed project located below the mean high waterline or in a fish run? a. Not applicable ­ project is in inland resource area only b.Yes No If yes, include proof of mailing or hand delivery of NOI to either: South Shore ­ Cohasset to Rhode Island, and the Cape & Islands: Division of Marine Fisheries ­  Southeast Marine Fisheries Station Attn: Environmental Reviewer 836 S. Rodney French Blvd  New Bedford, MA 02744 North Shore ­ Hull to New Hampshire: Division of Marine Fisheries ­  North Shore Office Attn: Environmental Reviewer 30 Emerson Avenue Gloucester, MA 01930 If yes, it may require a Chapter 91 license. For coastal towns in the Northeast Region, please contact MassDEP's Boston Office. For coastal towns in the Southeast Region, please contact MassDEP's Southeast Regional office. 3.Is any portion of the proposed project within an Area of Critical Environmental Concern (ACEC)? a.Yes No If yes, provide name of ACEC (see instructions to WPA Form 3 or DEP Website for ACEC locations). Note: electronic filers click on Website. b. ACEC Name 4.Is any portion of the proposed project within an area designated as an Outstanding Resource Water (ORW) as designated in the Massachusetts Surface Water Quality Standards, 314 CMR 4.00? a.Yes No 5.Is any portion of the site subject to a Wetlands Restriction Order under the Inland Wetlands Restriction Act (M.G.L.c. 131, § 40A) or the Coastal Wetlands Restriction Act (M.G.L.c. 130, § 105)? a.Yes No 6.Is this project subject to provisions of the MassDEP Stormwater Management Standards? 1.Applying for Low Impact Development (LID) site design credits (as described in Stormwater Management Handbook Vol.2, Chapter 3) 2.A portion of the site constitutes redevelopment 3.Proprietary BMPs are included in the Stormwater Management System b.No, Explain why the project is exempt: 1.Single Family Home 2.Emergency Road Repair 3.Small Residential Subdivision (less than or equal to 4 single­family houses or less than or equal to 4 units in multi­family housing project) with no discharge to Critical Areas. D. Additional Information Applicants must include the following with this Notice of Intent (NOI). See instructions for details. Online Users: Attach the document transaction number (provided on your receipt page) for any of the following information you submit to the Department by regular mail delivery. 1.USGS or other map of the area (along with a narrative description, if necessary) containing sufficient information for the Conservation Commission and the Department to locate the site. (Electronic filers may omit this item.) 2.Plans identifying the location of proposed activities (including activities proposed to serve as a Bordering Vegetated Wetland [BVW] replication area or other mitigating measure) relative to the boundaries of each affected resource area. 3.Identify the method for BVW and other resource area boundary delineations (MassDEP BVW Field Data Form(s). Determination of Applicability, Order of Resource Area Delineation, etc.), and attach documentation of the methodology. 4.List the titles and dates for all plans and other materials submitted with this NOI. a. Plan Title:b. Plan Prepared By:c. Plan Signed/Stamped By:c. Revised Final Date:e. Scale: TOWN OF YARMOUTH BEACH MANAGEMENT PLAN, SMUGGLERS BEACH, YARMOUTH, MASSACHUSETTS HORSLEY WITTEN GROUP, INC.April 2025 TOWN OF YARMOUTH BEACH MANAGEMENT PLAN, SOUTH MIDDLE BEACH & JUDAN WAY, YARMOUTH, MASSACHUSETTS HORSLEY WITTEN GROUP, INC.April 2025 5.If there is more than one property owner, please attach a list of these property owners not listed on this form. 6.Attach proof of mailing for Natural Heritage and Endangered Species Program, if needed. 7.Attach proof of mailing for Massachusetts Division of Marine Fisheries, if needed. 8.Attach NOI Wetland Fee Transmittal Form. 9.Attach Stormwater Report, if needed. E. Fees 1. Fee Exempt: No filing fee shall be assessed for projects of any city, town, county, or district of the Commonwealth, federally recognized Indian tribe housing authority, municipal housing authority, or the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority. Applicants must submit the following information (in addition to pages 1 and 2 of the NOI Wetland Fee Transmittal Form) to confirm fee payment: 2. Municipal Check Number 3. Check date 4. State Check Number 5. Check date 6. Payer name on check: First Name 7. Payer name on check: Last Name F. Signatures and Submittal Requirements I hereby certify under the penalties of perjury that the foregoing Notice of Intent and accompanying plans, documents, and supporting data are true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that the Conservation Commission will place notification of this Notice in a local newspaper at the expense of the applicant in accordance with the wetlands regulations, 310 CMR 10.05(5)(a). I further certify under penalties of perjury that all abutters were notified of this application, pursuant to the requirements of M.G.L. c. 131, § 40. Notice must be made by Certificate of Mailing or in writing by hand delivery or certified mail (return receipt requested) to all abutters within 100 feet of the property line of the project location. 1. Signature of Applicant 2. Date 3. Signature of Property Owner(if different)4. Date 5. Signature of Representative (if any)6. Date For Conservation Commission: Two copies of the completed Notice of Intent (Form 3), including supporting plans and documents, two copies of the NOI Wetland Fee Transmittal Form, and the city/town fee payment, to the Conservation Commission by certified mail or hand delivery. For MassDEP: One copy of the completed Notice of Intent (Form 3), including supporting plans and documents, one copy of the NOI Wetland Fee Transmittal Form, and a copy of the state fee payment to the MassDEP Regional Office (see Instructions) by certified mail or hand delivery. Other: If the applicant has checked the "yes" box in Section C, Items 1­3, above, refer to that section and the Instructions for additional submittal requirements. The original and copies must be sent simultaneously. Failure by the applicant to send copies in a timely manner may result in dismissal of the Notice of Intent. Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection Bureau of Resource Protection ­ Wetlands WPA Form 3 ­ Notice of Intent Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act M.G./. c. 3 † Provided by MassDEP: MassDEP File : eDEP Transaction : City/Town:<ARMOUTH Page 2 of 7 * ELECTRONIC COPY a.Yes, Attach a copy of the Stormwater Report as required by the Stormwater Management Standards per 310 CMR 10.05(6)(k)­(q) and check if: A.General Information1. Project Location:a. Street Address 220 SOUTH STREETb. City/Town YARMOUTH c. Zip Code 02673d. Latitude 41.64417N e. Longitude 70.19892Wf. Map/Plat #26, 26, N/A g.Parcel/Lot #116, 128, N/A2. Applicant:Individual Organizationa. First Name ROBY b.Last Name WHITEHOUSEc. Organization TOWN OF YARMOUTH DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKSd. Mailing Address 74 TOWN BROOK ROADe. City/Town WEST YARMOUTH f. State MA g. Zip Code 02673h. Phone Number 508­398­2231 i. Fax 508­760­4830 j. Email rwhitehouse@yarmouth.ma.us3.Property Owner:more than one ownera. First Name ROBY b. Last Name WHITEHOUSEc. Organization TOWN OF YARMOUTH DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKSd. Mailing Address 74 TOWN BROOK ROADe. City/Town WEST YARMOUTH f.State MA g. Zip Code 02673h. Phone Number 508­398­2231 i. Fax 508­760­4830 j.Email rwhitehouse@yarmouth.ma.us4.Representative:a. First Name AMY b. Last Name BALLc. Organization HORSLEY WITTEN GROUP, INC.d. Mailing Address 90 ROUTE 6A, UNIT #1e. City/Town SANDWICH f. State MA g. Zip Code 02563h.Phone Number 508­833­6600 i.Fax j.Email aball@horsleywitten.com5.Total WPA Fee Paid (Automatically inserted from NOI Wetland Fee Transmittal Form):a.Total Fee Paid 0.00 b.State Fee Paid 0.00 c.City/Town Fee Paid 0.006.General Project Description:BEACH MANAGEMENT PLANS FOR SMUGGLERS BEACH, SOUTH MIDDLE BEACH, AND JUDAN WAY7a.Project Type:1. Single Family Home 2. Residential Subdivision3.Limited Project Driveway Crossing 4.Commercial/Industrial5.Dock/Pier 6.Utilities7.Coastal Engineering Structure 8.Agriculture (eg., cranberries, forestry)9.Transportation 10.Other7b.Is any portion of the proposed activity eligible to be treated as a limited project subject to 310 CMR 10.24 (coastal) or 310CMR 10.53 (inland)?1.Yes No If yes, describe which limited project applies to this project:2. Limited Project8.Property recorded at the Registry of Deeds for:a.County:b.Certificate:c.Book:d.Page:BARNSTABLE 1153 130BARNSTABLE36320337B. Buffer Zone & Resource Area Impacts (temporary & permanent)1.Buffer Zone & Resource Area Impacts (temporary & permanent):This is a Buffer Zone only project ­ Check if the project is located only in the Buffer Zone of a Bordering Vegetated Wetland,Inland Bank, or Coastal Resource Area.2.Inland Resource Areas: (See 310 CMR 10.54 ­ 10.58, if not applicable, go to Section B.3. Coastal Resource Areas)Resource Area Size of Proposed Alteration Proposed Replacement (if any)a.Bank 1. linear feet 2. linear feetb.Bordering Vegetated Wetland 1. square feet 2. square feetc.Land under Waterbodies and Waterways 1. Square feet 2. square feet3. cubic yards dredgedd.Bordering Land Subject to Flooding 1. square feet 2. square feet3. cubic feet of flood storage lost 4. cubic feet replacede.Isolated Land Subject to Flooding 1. square feet2. cubic feet of flood storage lost 3. cubic feet replacedf.Riverfront Area 1. Name of Waterway (if any) 2. Width of Riverfront Area (check one)25 ft. ­ Designated Densely Developed Areas only 100 ft. ­ New agricultural projects only 200 ft. ­ All other projects 3. Total area of Riverfront Area on the site of the proposed project square feet 4. Proposed Alteration of the Riverfront Area: a. total square feet b. square feet within 100 ft.c. square feet between 100 ft. and 200 ft. 5. Has an alternatives analysis been done and is it attached to this NOI?Yes No 6. Was the lot where the activity is proposed created prior to August 1, 1996?Yes No 3.Coastal Resource Areas: (See 310 CMR 10.25 ­ 10.35) Resource Area Size of Proposed Alteration Proposed Replacement (if any) a.Designated Port Areas Indicate size under Land under the ocean below, b.Land Under the Ocean 1. square feet 2. cubic yards dredged c.Barrier Beaches Indicate size under Coastal Beaches and/or Coatstal Dunes, below d.Coastal Beaches 130500 1. square feet 2. cubic yards beach nourishment e.Coastal Dunes 1. square feet 2. cubic yards dune nourishment f.Coastal Banks 1. linear feet g.Rocky Intertidal Shores 1. square feet h.Salt Marshes 1. square feet 2. sq ft restoration, rehab, crea. i.Land Under Salt Ponds 1. square feet 2. cubic yards dredged j.Land Containing Shellfish 1. square feet k.Fish Runs Indicate size under Coastal Banks, Inland Bank, Land Under the Ocean, and/or inland Land Under Waterbodies and Waterways, above 1. cubic yards dredged l.Land Subject to Coastal Storm Flowage 130500 1. square feet 4.Restoration/Enhancement  Restoration/Replacement If the project is for the purpose of restoring or enhancing a wetland resource area in addition to the square footage that has been entered in Section B.2.b or B.3.h above, please entered the additional amount here. a. square feet of BVW b. square feet of Salt Marsh 5.Projects Involves Stream Crossings  Project Involves Streams Crossings If the project involves Stream Crossings, please enter the number of new stream crossings/number of replacement stream crossings. a. number of new stream crossings b. number of replacement stream crossings C. Other Applicable Standards and Requirements Streamlined Massachusetts Endangered Species Act/Wetlands Protection Act Review 1.Is any portion of the proposed project located in Estimated Habitat of Rare Wildlife as indicated on the most recent Estimated Habitat Map of State­Listed Rare Wetland Wildlife published by the Natural Heritage of Endangered Species program (NHESP)? a.Yes No If yes, include proof of mailing or hand delivery of NOI to: Natural Heritage and Endangered Species Program Division of Fisheries and Wildlife 1 Rabbit Hill Road Westborough, MA 01581 b. Date of map:AUGUST 1, 2021 If yes, the project is also subject to Massachusetts Endangered Species Act (MESA) review (321 CMR 10.18).... c. Submit Supplemental Information for Endangered Species Review * (Check boxes as they apply) 1. Percentage/acreage of property to be altered: (a) within Wetland Resource Area 130500 percentage/acreage (b) outside Resource Area percentage/acreage 2. Assessor's Map or right­of­way plan of site 3. Project plans for entire project site, including wetland resource areas and areas outside of wetland jurisdiction, showing existing and proposed conditions, existing and proposed tree/vegetation clearing line, and clearly demarcated limits of work ** a.Project description (including description of impacts outside of wetland resource area & buffer zone) b. Photographs representative of the site c. MESA filing fee (fee information available at: http://www.mass.gov/eea/agencies/dfg/dfw/natural­heritage/regulatory­ review/mass­endangered­species­act­mesa/mesa­fee­schedule.html ) Make check payable to "Natural Heritage & Endangered Species Fund" and mail to NHESP at above address Projects altering 10 or more acres of land, also submit: d.Vegetation cover type map of site e.Project plans showing Priority & Estimated Habitat boundaries d. OR Check One of the following 1. Project is exempt from MESA review. Attach applicant letter indicating which MESA exemption applies. (See 321 CMR 10.14, http://www.mass.gov/eea/agencies/dfg/dfw/laws­regulations/cmr/321­cmr­1000­massachusetts­endangered­ species­act.html#10.14; the NOI must still be sent to NHESP if the project is within estimated habitat pursuant to 310 CMR 10.37 and 10.59.) 2. Separate MESA review ongoing. a. NHESP Tracking Number b. Date submitted to NHESP 3.Separate MESA review completed. Include copy of NHESP "no Take" determination or valid Conservation & Management Permit with approved plan. *Some projects not  in Estimated Habitat may be located in Priority Habitat, and require NHESP review... 2.For coastal projects only, is any portion of the proposed project located below the mean high waterline or in a fish run? a. Not applicable ­ project is in inland resource area only b.Yes No If yes, include proof of mailing or hand delivery of NOI to either: South Shore ­ Cohasset to Rhode Island, and the Cape & Islands: Division of Marine Fisheries ­  Southeast Marine Fisheries Station Attn: Environmental Reviewer 836 S. Rodney French Blvd  New Bedford, MA 02744 North Shore ­ Hull to New Hampshire: Division of Marine Fisheries ­  North Shore Office Attn: Environmental Reviewer 30 Emerson Avenue Gloucester, MA 01930 If yes, it may require a Chapter 91 license. For coastal towns in the Northeast Region, please contact MassDEP's Boston Office. For coastal towns in the Southeast Region, please contact MassDEP's Southeast Regional office. 3.Is any portion of the proposed project within an Area of Critical Environmental Concern (ACEC)? a.Yes No If yes, provide name of ACEC (see instructions to WPA Form 3 or DEP Website for ACEC locations). Note: electronic filers click on Website. b. ACEC Name 4.Is any portion of the proposed project within an area designated as an Outstanding Resource Water (ORW) as designated in the Massachusetts Surface Water Quality Standards, 314 CMR 4.00? a.Yes No 5.Is any portion of the site subject to a Wetlands Restriction Order under the Inland Wetlands Restriction Act (M.G.L.c. 131, § 40A) or the Coastal Wetlands Restriction Act (M.G.L.c. 130, § 105)? a.Yes No 6.Is this project subject to provisions of the MassDEP Stormwater Management Standards? 1.Applying for Low Impact Development (LID) site design credits (as described in Stormwater Management Handbook Vol.2, Chapter 3) 2.A portion of the site constitutes redevelopment 3.Proprietary BMPs are included in the Stormwater Management System b.No, Explain why the project is exempt: 1.Single Family Home 2.Emergency Road Repair 3.Small Residential Subdivision (less than or equal to 4 single­family houses or less than or equal to 4 units in multi­family housing project) with no discharge to Critical Areas. D. Additional Information Applicants must include the following with this Notice of Intent (NOI). See instructions for details. Online Users: Attach the document transaction number (provided on your receipt page) for any of the following information you submit to the Department by regular mail delivery. 1.USGS or other map of the area (along with a narrative description, if necessary) containing sufficient information for the Conservation Commission and the Department to locate the site. (Electronic filers may omit this item.) 2.Plans identifying the location of proposed activities (including activities proposed to serve as a Bordering Vegetated Wetland [BVW] replication area or other mitigating measure) relative to the boundaries of each affected resource area. 3.Identify the method for BVW and other resource area boundary delineations (MassDEP BVW Field Data Form(s). Determination of Applicability, Order of Resource Area Delineation, etc.), and attach documentation of the methodology. 4.List the titles and dates for all plans and other materials submitted with this NOI. a. Plan Title:b. Plan Prepared By:c. Plan Signed/Stamped By:c. Revised Final Date:e. Scale: TOWN OF YARMOUTH BEACH MANAGEMENT PLAN, SMUGGLERS BEACH, YARMOUTH, MASSACHUSETTS HORSLEY WITTEN GROUP, INC.April 2025 TOWN OF YARMOUTH BEACH MANAGEMENT PLAN, SOUTH MIDDLE BEACH & JUDAN WAY, YARMOUTH, MASSACHUSETTS HORSLEY WITTEN GROUP, INC.April 2025 5.If there is more than one property owner, please attach a list of these property owners not listed on this form. 6.Attach proof of mailing for Natural Heritage and Endangered Species Program, if needed. 7.Attach proof of mailing for Massachusetts Division of Marine Fisheries, if needed. 8.Attach NOI Wetland Fee Transmittal Form. 9.Attach Stormwater Report, if needed. E. Fees 1. Fee Exempt: No filing fee shall be assessed for projects of any city, town, county, or district of the Commonwealth, federally recognized Indian tribe housing authority, municipal housing authority, or the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority. Applicants must submit the following information (in addition to pages 1 and 2 of the NOI Wetland Fee Transmittal Form) to confirm fee payment: 2. Municipal Check Number 3. Check date 4. State Check Number 5. Check date 6. Payer name on check: First Name 7. Payer name on check: Last Name F. Signatures and Submittal Requirements I hereby certify under the penalties of perjury that the foregoing Notice of Intent and accompanying plans, documents, and supporting data are true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that the Conservation Commission will place notification of this Notice in a local newspaper at the expense of the applicant in accordance with the wetlands regulations, 310 CMR 10.05(5)(a). I further certify under penalties of perjury that all abutters were notified of this application, pursuant to the requirements of M.G.L. c. 131, § 40. Notice must be made by Certificate of Mailing or in writing by hand delivery or certified mail (return receipt requested) to all abutters within 100 feet of the property line of the project location. 1. Signature of Applicant 2. Date 3. Signature of Property Owner(if different)4. Date 5. Signature of Representative (if any)6. Date For Conservation Commission: Two copies of the completed Notice of Intent (Form 3), including supporting plans and documents, two copies of the NOI Wetland Fee Transmittal Form, and the city/town fee payment, to the Conservation Commission by certified mail or hand delivery. For MassDEP: One copy of the completed Notice of Intent (Form 3), including supporting plans and documents, one copy of the NOI Wetland Fee Transmittal Form, and a copy of the state fee payment to the MassDEP Regional Office (see Instructions) by certified mail or hand delivery. Other: If the applicant has checked the "yes" box in Section C, Items 1­3, above, refer to that section and the Instructions for additional submittal requirements. The original and copies must be sent simultaneously. Failure by the applicant to send copies in a timely manner may result in dismissal of the Notice of Intent. Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection Bureau of Resource Protection ­ Wetlands WPA Form 3 ­ Notice of Intent Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act M.G./. c. 3 † Provided by MassDEP: MassDEP File : eDEP Transaction : City/Town:<ARMOUTH Page 3 of 7 * ELECTRONIC COPY a.Yes, Attach a copy of the Stormwater Report as required by the Stormwater Management Standards per 310 CMR 10.05(6)(k)­(q) and check if: A.General Information1. Project Location:a. Street Address 220 SOUTH STREETb. City/Town YARMOUTH c. Zip Code 02673d. Latitude 41.64417N e. Longitude 70.19892Wf. Map/Plat #26, 26, N/A g.Parcel/Lot #116, 128, N/A2. Applicant:Individual Organizationa. First Name ROBY b.Last Name WHITEHOUSEc. Organization TOWN OF YARMOUTH DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKSd. Mailing Address 74 TOWN BROOK ROADe. City/Town WEST YARMOUTH f. State MA g. Zip Code 02673h. Phone Number 508­398­2231 i. Fax 508­760­4830 j. Email rwhitehouse@yarmouth.ma.us3.Property Owner:more than one ownera. First Name ROBY b. Last Name WHITEHOUSEc. Organization TOWN OF YARMOUTH DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKSd. Mailing Address 74 TOWN BROOK ROADe. City/Town WEST YARMOUTH f.State MA g. Zip Code 02673h. Phone Number 508­398­2231 i. Fax 508­760­4830 j.Email rwhitehouse@yarmouth.ma.us4.Representative:a. First Name AMY b. Last Name BALLc. Organization HORSLEY WITTEN GROUP, INC.d. Mailing Address 90 ROUTE 6A, UNIT #1e. City/Town SANDWICH f. State MA g. Zip Code 02563h.Phone Number 508­833­6600 i.Fax j.Email aball@horsleywitten.com5.Total WPA Fee Paid (Automatically inserted from NOI Wetland Fee Transmittal Form):a.Total Fee Paid 0.00 b.State Fee Paid 0.00 c.City/Town Fee Paid 0.006.General Project Description:BEACH MANAGEMENT PLANS FOR SMUGGLERS BEACH, SOUTH MIDDLE BEACH, AND JUDAN WAY7a.Project Type:1. Single Family Home 2. Residential Subdivision3.Limited Project Driveway Crossing 4.Commercial/Industrial5.Dock/Pier 6.Utilities7.Coastal Engineering Structure 8.Agriculture (eg., cranberries, forestry)9.Transportation 10.Other7b.Is any portion of the proposed activity eligible to be treated as a limited project subject to 310 CMR 10.24 (coastal) or 310CMR 10.53 (inland)?1.Yes No If yes, describe which limited project applies to this project:2. Limited Project8.Property recorded at the Registry of Deeds for:a.County:b.Certificate:c.Book:d.Page:BARNSTABLE 1153 130BARNSTABLE36320337B. Buffer Zone & Resource Area Impacts (temporary & permanent)1.Buffer Zone & Resource Area Impacts (temporary & permanent):This is a Buffer Zone only project ­ Check if the project is located only in the Buffer Zone of a Bordering Vegetated Wetland,Inland Bank, or Coastal Resource Area.2.Inland Resource Areas: (See 310 CMR 10.54 ­ 10.58, if not applicable, go to Section B.3. Coastal Resource Areas)Resource Area Size of Proposed Alteration Proposed Replacement (if any)a.Bank 1. linear feet 2. linear feetb.Bordering Vegetated Wetland 1. square feet 2. square feetc.Land under Waterbodies and Waterways 1. Square feet 2. square feet3. cubic yards dredgedd.Bordering Land Subject to Flooding 1. square feet 2. square feet3. cubic feet of flood storage lost 4. cubic feet replacede.Isolated Land Subject to Flooding 1. square feet2. cubic feet of flood storage lost 3. cubic feet replacedf.Riverfront Area 1. Name of Waterway (if any)2. Width of Riverfront Area (check one)25 ft. ­ Designated Densely Developed Areas only100 ft. ­ New agricultural projects only200 ft. ­ All other projects3. Total area of Riverfront Area on the site of the proposed project square feet4. Proposed Alteration of the Riverfront Area:a. total square feet b. square feet within 100 ft.c. square feet between 100 ft.and 200 ft.5. Has an alternatives analysis been done and is it attached to this NOI?Yes No6. Was the lot where the activity is proposed created prior to August 1, 1996?Yes No3.Coastal Resource Areas: (See 310 CMR 10.25 ­ 10.35)Resource Area Size of Proposed Alteration Proposed Replacement (if any)a.Designated Port Areas Indicate size under Land under the ocean below,b.Land Under the Ocean 1. square feet2. cubic yards dredgedc.Barrier Beaches Indicate size under Coastal Beaches and/or Coatstal Dunes, belowd.Coastal Beaches 1305001. square feet 2. cubic yards beach nourishmente.Coastal Dunes 1. square feet 2. cubic yards dune nourishmentf.Coastal Banks 1. linear feetg.Rocky Intertidal Shores 1. square feeth.Salt Marshes 1. square feet 2. sq ft restoration, rehab, crea.i.Land Under Salt Ponds 1. square feet2. cubic yards dredgedj.Land Containing Shellfish 1. square feetk.Fish Runs Indicate size under Coastal Banks, Inland Bank, Land Under the Ocean, and/or inland LandUnder Waterbodies and Waterways, above1. cubic yards dredgedl.Land Subject to Coastal Storm Flowage 130500 1. square feet 4.Restoration/Enhancement  Restoration/Replacement If the project is for the purpose of restoring or enhancing a wetland resource area in addition to the square footage that has been entered in Section B.2.b or B.3.h above, please entered the additional amount here. a. square feet of BVW b. square feet of Salt Marsh 5.Projects Involves Stream Crossings  Project Involves Streams Crossings If the project involves Stream Crossings, please enter the number of new stream crossings/number of replacement stream crossings. a. number of new stream crossings b. number of replacement stream crossings C. Other Applicable Standards and Requirements Streamlined Massachusetts Endangered Species Act/Wetlands Protection Act Review 1.Is any portion of the proposed project located in Estimated Habitat of Rare Wildlife as indicated on the most recent Estimated Habitat Map of State­Listed Rare Wetland Wildlife published by the Natural Heritage of Endangered Species program (NHESP)? a.Yes No If yes, include proof of mailing or hand delivery of NOI to: Natural Heritage and Endangered Species Program Division of Fisheries and Wildlife 1 Rabbit Hill Road Westborough, MA 01581 b. Date of map:AUGUST 1, 2021 If yes, the project is also subject to Massachusetts Endangered Species Act (MESA) review (321 CMR 10.18).... c. Submit Supplemental Information for Endangered Species Review * (Check boxes as they apply) 1. Percentage/acreage of property to be altered: (a) within Wetland Resource Area 130500 percentage/acreage (b) outside Resource Area percentage/acreage 2. Assessor's Map or right­of­way plan of site 3. Project plans for entire project site, including wetland resource areas and areas outside of wetland jurisdiction, showing existing and proposed conditions, existing and proposed tree/vegetation clearing line, and clearly demarcated limits of work ** a.Project description (including description of impacts outside of wetland resource area & buffer zone) b. Photographs representative of the site c. MESA filing fee (fee information available at: http://www.mass.gov/eea/agencies/dfg/dfw/natural­heritage/regulatory­ review/mass­endangered­species­act­mesa/mesa­fee­schedule.html ) Make check payable to "Natural Heritage & Endangered Species Fund" and mail to NHESP at above address Projects altering 10 or more acres of land, also submit: d.Vegetation cover type map of site e.Project plans showing Priority & Estimated Habitat boundaries d. OR Check One of the following 1. Project is exempt from MESA review. Attach applicant letter indicating which MESA exemption applies. (See 321 CMR 10.14, http://www.mass.gov/eea/agencies/dfg/dfw/laws­regulations/cmr/321­cmr­1000­massachusetts­endangered­ species­act.html#10.14; the NOI must still be sent to NHESP if the project is within estimated habitat pursuant to 310 CMR 10.37 and 10.59.) 2. Separate MESA review ongoing. a. NHESP Tracking Number b. Date submitted to NHESP 3.Separate MESA review completed. Include copy of NHESP "no Take" determination or valid Conservation & Management Permit with approved plan. *Some projects not  in Estimated Habitat may be located in Priority Habitat, and require NHESP review... 2.For coastal projects only, is any portion of the proposed project located below the mean high waterline or in a fish run? a. Not applicable ­ project is in inland resource area only b.Yes No If yes, include proof of mailing or hand delivery of NOI to either: South Shore ­ Cohasset to Rhode Island, and the Cape & Islands: Division of Marine Fisheries ­  Southeast Marine Fisheries Station Attn: Environmental Reviewer 836 S. Rodney French Blvd  New Bedford, MA 02744 North Shore ­ Hull to New Hampshire: Division of Marine Fisheries ­  North Shore Office Attn: Environmental Reviewer 30 Emerson Avenue Gloucester, MA 01930 If yes, it may require a Chapter 91 license. For coastal towns in the Northeast Region, please contact MassDEP's Boston Office. For coastal towns in the Southeast Region, please contact MassDEP's Southeast Regional office. 3.Is any portion of the proposed project within an Area of Critical Environmental Concern (ACEC)? a.Yes No If yes, provide name of ACEC (see instructions to WPA Form 3 or DEP Website for ACEC locations). Note: electronic filers click on Website. b. ACEC Name 4.Is any portion of the proposed project within an area designated as an Outstanding Resource Water (ORW) as designated in the Massachusetts Surface Water Quality Standards, 314 CMR 4.00? a.Yes No 5.Is any portion of the site subject to a Wetlands Restriction Order under the Inland Wetlands Restriction Act (M.G.L.c. 131, § 40A) or the Coastal Wetlands Restriction Act (M.G.L.c. 130, § 105)? a.Yes No 6.Is this project subject to provisions of the MassDEP Stormwater Management Standards? 1.Applying for Low Impact Development (LID) site design credits (as described in Stormwater Management Handbook Vol.2, Chapter 3) 2.A portion of the site constitutes redevelopment 3.Proprietary BMPs are included in the Stormwater Management System b.No, Explain why the project is exempt: 1.Single Family Home 2.Emergency Road Repair 3.Small Residential Subdivision (less than or equal to 4 single­family houses or less than or equal to 4 units in multi­family housing project) with no discharge to Critical Areas. D. Additional Information Applicants must include the following with this Notice of Intent (NOI). See instructions for details. Online Users: Attach the document transaction number (provided on your receipt page) for any of the following information you submit to the Department by regular mail delivery. 1.USGS or other map of the area (along with a narrative description, if necessary) containing sufficient information for the Conservation Commission and the Department to locate the site. (Electronic filers may omit this item.) 2.Plans identifying the location of proposed activities (including activities proposed to serve as a Bordering Vegetated Wetland [BVW] replication area or other mitigating measure) relative to the boundaries of each affected resource area. 3.Identify the method for BVW and other resource area boundary delineations (MassDEP BVW Field Data Form(s). Determination of Applicability, Order of Resource Area Delineation, etc.), and attach documentation of the methodology. 4.List the titles and dates for all plans and other materials submitted with this NOI. a. Plan Title:b. Plan Prepared By:c. Plan Signed/Stamped By:c. Revised Final Date:e. Scale: TOWN OF YARMOUTH BEACH MANAGEMENT PLAN, SMUGGLERS BEACH, YARMOUTH, MASSACHUSETTS HORSLEY WITTEN GROUP, INC.April 2025 TOWN OF YARMOUTH BEACH MANAGEMENT PLAN, SOUTH MIDDLE BEACH & JUDAN WAY, YARMOUTH, MASSACHUSETTS HORSLEY WITTEN GROUP, INC.April 2025 5.If there is more than one property owner, please attach a list of these property owners not listed on this form. 6.Attach proof of mailing for Natural Heritage and Endangered Species Program, if needed. 7.Attach proof of mailing for Massachusetts Division of Marine Fisheries, if needed. 8.Attach NOI Wetland Fee Transmittal Form. 9.Attach Stormwater Report, if needed. E. Fees 1. Fee Exempt: No filing fee shall be assessed for projects of any city, town, county, or district of the Commonwealth, federally recognized Indian tribe housing authority, municipal housing authority, or the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority. Applicants must submit the following information (in addition to pages 1 and 2 of the NOI Wetland Fee Transmittal Form) to confirm fee payment: 2. Municipal Check Number 3. Check date 4. State Check Number 5. Check date 6. Payer name on check: First Name 7. Payer name on check: Last Name F. Signatures and Submittal Requirements I hereby certify under the penalties of perjury that the foregoing Notice of Intent and accompanying plans, documents, and supporting data are true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that the Conservation Commission will place notification of this Notice in a local newspaper at the expense of the applicant in accordance with the wetlands regulations, 310 CMR 10.05(5)(a). I further certify under penalties of perjury that all abutters were notified of this application, pursuant to the requirements of M.G.L. c. 131, § 40. Notice must be made by Certificate of Mailing or in writing by hand delivery or certified mail (return receipt requested) to all abutters within 100 feet of the property line of the project location. 1. Signature of Applicant 2. Date 3. Signature of Property Owner(if different)4. Date 5. Signature of Representative (if any)6. Date For Conservation Commission: Two copies of the completed Notice of Intent (Form 3), including supporting plans and documents, two copies of the NOI Wetland Fee Transmittal Form, and the city/town fee payment, to the Conservation Commission by certified mail or hand delivery. For MassDEP: One copy of the completed Notice of Intent (Form 3), including supporting plans and documents, one copy of the NOI Wetland Fee Transmittal Form, and a copy of the state fee payment to the MassDEP Regional Office (see Instructions) by certified mail or hand delivery. Other: If the applicant has checked the "yes" box in Section C, Items 1­3, above, refer to that section and the Instructions for additional submittal requirements. The original and copies must be sent simultaneously. Failure by the applicant to send copies in a timely manner may result in dismissal of the Notice of Intent. Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection Bureau of Resource Protection ­ Wetlands WPA Form 3 ­ Notice of Intent Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act M.G./. c. 3 † Provided by MassDEP: MassDEP File : eDEP Transaction : City/Town:<ARMOUTH Page 4 of 7 * ELECTRONIC COPY a.Yes, Attach a copy of the Stormwater Report as required by the Stormwater Management Standards per 310 CMR 10.05(6)(k)­(q) and check if: A.General Information1. Project Location:a. Street Address 220 SOUTH STREETb. City/Town YARMOUTH c. Zip Code 02673d. Latitude 41.64417N e. Longitude 70.19892Wf. Map/Plat #26, 26, N/A g.Parcel/Lot #116, 128, N/A2. Applicant:Individual Organizationa. First Name ROBY b.Last Name WHITEHOUSEc. Organization TOWN OF YARMOUTH DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKSd. Mailing Address 74 TOWN BROOK ROADe. City/Town WEST YARMOUTH f. State MA g. Zip Code 02673h. Phone Number 508­398­2231 i. Fax 508­760­4830 j. Email rwhitehouse@yarmouth.ma.us3.Property Owner:more than one ownera. First Name ROBY b. Last Name WHITEHOUSEc. Organization TOWN OF YARMOUTH DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKSd. Mailing Address 74 TOWN BROOK ROADe. City/Town WEST YARMOUTH f.State MA g. Zip Code 02673h. Phone Number 508­398­2231 i. Fax 508­760­4830 j.Email rwhitehouse@yarmouth.ma.us4.Representative:a. First Name AMY b. Last Name BALLc. Organization HORSLEY WITTEN GROUP, INC.d. Mailing Address 90 ROUTE 6A, UNIT #1e. City/Town SANDWICH f. State MA g. Zip Code 02563h.Phone Number 508­833­6600 i.Fax j.Email aball@horsleywitten.com5.Total WPA Fee Paid (Automatically inserted from NOI Wetland Fee Transmittal Form):a.Total Fee Paid 0.00 b.State Fee Paid 0.00 c.City/Town Fee Paid 0.006.General Project Description:BEACH MANAGEMENT PLANS FOR SMUGGLERS BEACH, SOUTH MIDDLE BEACH, AND JUDAN WAY7a.Project Type:1. Single Family Home 2. Residential Subdivision3.Limited Project Driveway Crossing 4.Commercial/Industrial5.Dock/Pier 6.Utilities7.Coastal Engineering Structure 8.Agriculture (eg., cranberries, forestry)9.Transportation 10.Other7b.Is any portion of the proposed activity eligible to be treated as a limited project subject to 310 CMR 10.24 (coastal) or 310CMR 10.53 (inland)?1.Yes No If yes, describe which limited project applies to this project:2. Limited Project8.Property recorded at the Registry of Deeds for:a.County:b.Certificate:c.Book:d.Page:BARNSTABLE 1153 130BARNSTABLE36320337B. Buffer Zone & Resource Area Impacts (temporary & permanent)1.Buffer Zone & Resource Area Impacts (temporary & permanent):This is a Buffer Zone only project ­ Check if the project is located only in the Buffer Zone of a Bordering Vegetated Wetland,Inland Bank, or Coastal Resource Area.2.Inland Resource Areas: (See 310 CMR 10.54 ­ 10.58, if not applicable, go to Section B.3. Coastal Resource Areas)Resource Area Size of Proposed Alteration Proposed Replacement (if any)a.Bank 1. linear feet 2. linear feetb.Bordering Vegetated Wetland 1. square feet 2. square feetc.Land under Waterbodies and Waterways 1. Square feet 2. square feet3. cubic yards dredgedd.Bordering Land Subject to Flooding 1. square feet 2. square feet3. cubic feet of flood storage lost 4. cubic feet replacede.Isolated Land Subject to Flooding 1. square feet2. cubic feet of flood storage lost 3. cubic feet replacedf.Riverfront Area 1. Name of Waterway (if any)2. Width of Riverfront Area (check one)25 ft. ­ Designated Densely Developed Areas only100 ft. ­ New agricultural projects only200 ft. ­ All other projects3. Total area of Riverfront Area on the site of the proposed project square feet4. Proposed Alteration of the Riverfront Area:a. total square feet b. square feet within 100 ft.c. square feet between 100 ft.and 200 ft.5. Has an alternatives analysis been done and is it attached to this NOI?Yes No6. Was the lot where the activity is proposed created prior to August 1, 1996?Yes No3.Coastal Resource Areas: (See 310 CMR 10.25 ­ 10.35)Resource Area Size of Proposed Alteration Proposed Replacement (if any)a.Designated Port Areas Indicate size under Land under the ocean below,b.Land Under the Ocean 1. square feet2. cubic yards dredgedc.Barrier Beaches Indicate size under Coastal Beaches and/or Coatstal Dunes, belowd.Coastal Beaches 1305001. square feet 2. cubic yards beach nourishmente.Coastal Dunes 1. square feet 2. cubic yards dune nourishmentf.Coastal Banks 1. linear feetg.Rocky Intertidal Shores 1. square feeth.Salt Marshes 1. square feet 2. sq ft restoration, rehab, crea.i.Land Under Salt Ponds 1. square feet2. cubic yards dredgedj.Land Containing Shellfish 1. square feetk.Fish Runs Indicate size under Coastal Banks, Inland Bank, Land Under the Ocean, and/or inland LandUnder Waterbodies and Waterways, above1. cubic yards dredgedl.Land Subject to CoastalStorm Flowage 1305001. square feet4.Restoration/Enhancement Restoration/ReplacementIf the project is for the purpose of restoring or enhancing a wetland resource area in addition to the square footage that has beenentered in Section B.2.b or B.3.h above, please entered the additional amount here.a. square feet of BVW b. square feet of Salt Marsh5.Projects Involves Stream Crossings Project Involves Streams CrossingsIf the project involves Stream Crossings, please enter the number of new stream crossings/number of replacement stream crossings.a. number of new stream crossings b. number of replacement stream crossingsC. Other Applicable Standards and RequirementsStreamlined Massachusetts Endangered Species Act/Wetlands Protection Act Review1.Is any portion of the proposed project located in Estimated Habitat of Rare Wildlife as indicated on the most recentEstimated Habitat Map of State­Listed Rare Wetland Wildlife published by the Natural Heritage of Endangered Species program(NHESP)?a.Yes NoIf yes, include proof of mailing or hand delivery of NOI to:Natural Heritage and Endangered SpeciesProgramDivision of Fisheries and Wildlife1 Rabbit Hill RoadWestborough, MA 01581b. Date of map:AUGUST 1, 2021If yes, the project is also subject to Massachusetts Endangered Species Act (MESA) review (321 CMR 10.18)....c. Submit Supplemental Information for Endangered Species Review * (Check boxes as they apply)1. Percentage/acreage of property to be altered:(a) within Wetland Resource Area 130500percentage/acreage(b) outside Resource Area percentage/acreage2. Assessor's Map or right­of­way plan of site3. Project plans for entire project site, including wetland resource areas and areas outside of wetland jurisdiction, showingexisting and proposed conditions, existing and proposed tree/vegetation clearing line, and clearly demarcated limits of work **a.Project description (including description of impacts outside of wetland resource area & buffer zone)b. Photographs representative of the sitec. MESA filing fee (fee information available at: http://www.mass.gov/eea/agencies/dfg/dfw/natural­heritage/regulatory­review/mass­endangered­species­act­mesa/mesa­fee­schedule.html )Make check payable to "Natural Heritage & Endangered Species Fund" and mail to NHESP at above addressProjects altering 10 or more acres of land, also submit:d.Vegetation cover type map of site e.Project plans showing Priority & Estimated Habitat boundaries d. OR Check One of the following 1. Project is exempt from MESA review. Attach applicant letter indicating which MESA exemption applies. (See 321 CMR 10.14, http://www.mass.gov/eea/agencies/dfg/dfw/laws­regulations/cmr/321­cmr­1000­massachusetts­endangered­ species­act.html#10.14; the NOI must still be sent to NHESP if the project is within estimated habitat pursuant to 310 CMR 10.37 and 10.59.) 2. Separate MESA review ongoing. a. NHESP Tracking Number b. Date submitted to NHESP 3.Separate MESA review completed. Include copy of NHESP "no Take" determination or valid Conservation & Management Permit with approved plan. *Some projects not  in Estimated Habitat may be located in Priority Habitat, and require NHESP review... 2.For coastal projects only, is any portion of the proposed project located below the mean high waterline or in a fish run? a. Not applicable ­ project is in inland resource area only b.Yes No If yes, include proof of mailing or hand delivery of NOI to either: South Shore ­ Cohasset to Rhode Island, and the Cape & Islands: Division of Marine Fisheries ­  Southeast Marine Fisheries Station Attn: Environmental Reviewer 836 S. Rodney French Blvd  New Bedford, MA 02744 North Shore ­ Hull to New Hampshire: Division of Marine Fisheries ­  North Shore Office Attn: Environmental Reviewer 30 Emerson Avenue Gloucester, MA 01930 If yes, it may require a Chapter 91 license. For coastal towns in the Northeast Region, please contact MassDEP's Boston Office. For coastal towns in the Southeast Region, please contact MassDEP's Southeast Regional office. 3.Is any portion of the proposed project within an Area of Critical Environmental Concern (ACEC)? a.Yes No If yes, provide name of ACEC (see instructions to WPA Form 3 or DEP Website for ACEC locations). Note: electronic filers click on Website. b. ACEC Name 4.Is any portion of the proposed project within an area designated as an Outstanding Resource Water (ORW) as designated in the Massachusetts Surface Water Quality Standards, 314 CMR 4.00? a.Yes No 5.Is any portion of the site subject to a Wetlands Restriction Order under the Inland Wetlands Restriction Act (M.G.L.c. 131, § 40A) or the Coastal Wetlands Restriction Act (M.G.L.c. 130, § 105)? a.Yes No 6.Is this project subject to provisions of the MassDEP Stormwater Management Standards? 1.Applying for Low Impact Development (LID) site design credits (as described in Stormwater Management Handbook Vol.2, Chapter 3) 2.A portion of the site constitutes redevelopment 3.Proprietary BMPs are included in the Stormwater Management System b.No, Explain why the project is exempt: 1.Single Family Home 2.Emergency Road Repair 3.Small Residential Subdivision (less than or equal to 4 single­family houses or less than or equal to 4 units in multi­family housing project) with no discharge to Critical Areas. D. Additional Information Applicants must include the following with this Notice of Intent (NOI). See instructions for details. Online Users: Attach the document transaction number (provided on your receipt page) for any of the following information you submit to the Department by regular mail delivery. 1.USGS or other map of the area (along with a narrative description, if necessary) containing sufficient information for the Conservation Commission and the Department to locate the site. (Electronic filers may omit this item.) 2.Plans identifying the location of proposed activities (including activities proposed to serve as a Bordering Vegetated Wetland [BVW] replication area or other mitigating measure) relative to the boundaries of each affected resource area. 3.Identify the method for BVW and other resource area boundary delineations (MassDEP BVW Field Data Form(s). Determination of Applicability, Order of Resource Area Delineation, etc.), and attach documentation of the methodology. 4.List the titles and dates for all plans and other materials submitted with this NOI. a. Plan Title:b. Plan Prepared By:c. Plan Signed/Stamped By:c. Revised Final Date:e. Scale: TOWN OF YARMOUTH BEACH MANAGEMENT PLAN, SMUGGLERS BEACH, YARMOUTH, MASSACHUSETTS HORSLEY WITTEN GROUP, INC.April 2025 TOWN OF YARMOUTH BEACH MANAGEMENT PLAN, SOUTH MIDDLE BEACH & JUDAN WAY, YARMOUTH, MASSACHUSETTS HORSLEY WITTEN GROUP, INC.April 2025 5.If there is more than one property owner, please attach a list of these property owners not listed on this form. 6.Attach proof of mailing for Natural Heritage and Endangered Species Program, if needed. 7.Attach proof of mailing for Massachusetts Division of Marine Fisheries, if needed. 8.Attach NOI Wetland Fee Transmittal Form. 9.Attach Stormwater Report, if needed. E. Fees 1. Fee Exempt: No filing fee shall be assessed for projects of any city, town, county, or district of the Commonwealth, federally recognized Indian tribe housing authority, municipal housing authority, or the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority. Applicants must submit the following information (in addition to pages 1 and 2 of the NOI Wetland Fee Transmittal Form) to confirm fee payment: 2. Municipal Check Number 3. Check date 4. State Check Number 5. Check date 6. Payer name on check: First Name 7. Payer name on check: Last Name F. Signatures and Submittal Requirements I hereby certify under the penalties of perjury that the foregoing Notice of Intent and accompanying plans, documents, and supporting data are true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that the Conservation Commission will place notification of this Notice in a local newspaper at the expense of the applicant in accordance with the wetlands regulations, 310 CMR 10.05(5)(a). I further certify under penalties of perjury that all abutters were notified of this application, pursuant to the requirements of M.G.L. c. 131, § 40. Notice must be made by Certificate of Mailing or in writing by hand delivery or certified mail (return receipt requested) to all abutters within 100 feet of the property line of the project location. 1. Signature of Applicant 2. Date 3. Signature of Property Owner(if different)4. Date 5. Signature of Representative (if any)6. Date For Conservation Commission: Two copies of the completed Notice of Intent (Form 3), including supporting plans and documents, two copies of the NOI Wetland Fee Transmittal Form, and the city/town fee payment, to the Conservation Commission by certified mail or hand delivery. For MassDEP: One copy of the completed Notice of Intent (Form 3), including supporting plans and documents, one copy of the NOI Wetland Fee Transmittal Form, and a copy of the state fee payment to the MassDEP Regional Office (see Instructions) by certified mail or hand delivery. Other: If the applicant has checked the "yes" box in Section C, Items 1­3, above, refer to that section and the Instructions for additional submittal requirements. The original and copies must be sent simultaneously. Failure by the applicant to send copies in a timely manner may result in dismissal of the Notice of Intent. Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection Bureau of Resource Protection ­ Wetlands WPA Form 3 ­ Notice of Intent Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act M.G./. c. 3 † Provided by MassDEP: MassDEP File : eDEP Transaction : City/Town:<ARMOUTH Page 5 of 7 * ELECTRONIC COPY a.Yes, Attach a copy of the Stormwater Report as required by the Stormwater Management Standards per 310 CMR10.05(6)(k)­(q) and check if:A.General Information1. Project Location:a. Street Address 220 SOUTH STREETb. City/Town YARMOUTH c. Zip Code 02673d. Latitude 41.64417N e. Longitude 70.19892Wf. Map/Plat #26, 26, N/A g.Parcel/Lot #116, 128, N/A2. Applicant:Individual Organizationa. First Name ROBY b.Last Name WHITEHOUSEc. Organization TOWN OF YARMOUTH DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKSd. Mailing Address 74 TOWN BROOK ROADe. City/Town WEST YARMOUTH f. State MA g. Zip Code 02673h. Phone Number 508­398­2231 i. Fax 508­760­4830 j. Email rwhitehouse@yarmouth.ma.us3.Property Owner:more than one ownera. First Name ROBY b. Last Name WHITEHOUSEc. Organization TOWN OF YARMOUTH DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKSd. Mailing Address 74 TOWN BROOK ROADe. City/Town WEST YARMOUTH f.State MA g. Zip Code 02673h. Phone Number 508­398­2231 i. Fax 508­760­4830 j.Email rwhitehouse@yarmouth.ma.us4.Representative:a. First Name AMY b. Last Name BALLc. Organization HORSLEY WITTEN GROUP, INC.d. Mailing Address 90 ROUTE 6A, UNIT #1e. City/Town SANDWICH f. State MA g. Zip Code 02563h.Phone Number 508­833­6600 i.Fax j.Email aball@horsleywitten.com5.Total WPA Fee Paid (Automatically inserted from NOI Wetland Fee Transmittal Form):a.Total Fee Paid 0.00 b.State Fee Paid 0.00 c.City/Town Fee Paid 0.006.General Project Description:BEACH MANAGEMENT PLANS FOR SMUGGLERS BEACH, SOUTH MIDDLE BEACH, AND JUDAN WAY7a.Project Type:1. Single Family Home 2. Residential Subdivision3.Limited Project Driveway Crossing 4.Commercial/Industrial5.Dock/Pier 6.Utilities7.Coastal Engineering Structure 8.Agriculture (eg., cranberries, forestry)9.Transportation 10.Other7b.Is any portion of the proposed activity eligible to be treated as a limited project subject to 310 CMR 10.24 (coastal) or 310CMR 10.53 (inland)?1.Yes No If yes, describe which limited project applies to this project:2. Limited Project8.Property recorded at the Registry of Deeds for:a.County:b.Certificate:c.Book:d.Page:BARNSTABLE 1153 130BARNSTABLE36320337B. Buffer Zone & Resource Area Impacts (temporary & permanent)1.Buffer Zone & Resource Area Impacts (temporary & permanent):This is a Buffer Zone only project ­ Check if the project is located only in the Buffer Zone of a Bordering Vegetated Wetland,Inland Bank, or Coastal Resource Area.2.Inland Resource Areas: (See 310 CMR 10.54 ­ 10.58, if not applicable, go to Section B.3. Coastal Resource Areas)Resource Area Size of Proposed Alteration Proposed Replacement (if any)a.Bank 1. linear feet 2. linear feetb.Bordering Vegetated Wetland 1. square feet 2. square feetc.Land under Waterbodies and Waterways 1. Square feet 2. square feet3. cubic yards dredgedd.Bordering Land Subject to Flooding 1. square feet 2. square feet3. cubic feet of flood storage lost 4. cubic feet replacede.Isolated Land Subject to Flooding 1. square feet2. cubic feet of flood storage lost 3. cubic feet replacedf.Riverfront Area 1. Name of Waterway (if any)2. Width of Riverfront Area (check one)25 ft. ­ Designated Densely Developed Areas only100 ft. ­ New agricultural projects only200 ft. ­ All other projects3. Total area of Riverfront Area on the site of the proposed project square feet4. Proposed Alteration of the Riverfront Area:a. total square feet b. square feet within 100 ft.c. square feet between 100 ft.and 200 ft.5. Has an alternatives analysis been done and is it attached to this NOI?Yes No6. Was the lot where the activity is proposed created prior to August 1, 1996?Yes No3.Coastal Resource Areas: (See 310 CMR 10.25 ­ 10.35)Resource Area Size of Proposed Alteration Proposed Replacement (if any)a.Designated Port Areas Indicate size under Land under the ocean below,b.Land Under the Ocean 1. square feet2. cubic yards dredgedc.Barrier Beaches Indicate size under Coastal Beaches and/or Coatstal Dunes, belowd.Coastal Beaches 1305001. square feet 2. cubic yards beach nourishmente.Coastal Dunes 1. square feet 2. cubic yards dune nourishmentf.Coastal Banks 1. linear feetg.Rocky Intertidal Shores 1. square feeth.Salt Marshes 1. square feet 2. sq ft restoration, rehab, crea.i.Land Under Salt Ponds 1. square feet2. cubic yards dredgedj.Land Containing Shellfish 1. square feetk.Fish Runs Indicate size under Coastal Banks, Inland Bank, Land Under the Ocean, and/or inland LandUnder Waterbodies and Waterways, above1. cubic yards dredgedl.Land Subject to CoastalStorm Flowage 1305001. square feet4.Restoration/Enhancement Restoration/ReplacementIf the project is for the purpose of restoring or enhancing a wetland resource area in addition to the square footage that has beenentered in Section B.2.b or B.3.h above, please entered the additional amount here.a. square feet of BVW b. square feet of Salt Marsh5.Projects Involves Stream Crossings Project Involves Streams CrossingsIf the project involves Stream Crossings, please enter the number of new stream crossings/number of replacement stream crossings.a. number of new stream crossings b. number of replacement stream crossingsC. Other Applicable Standards and RequirementsStreamlined Massachusetts Endangered Species Act/Wetlands Protection Act Review1.Is any portion of the proposed project located in Estimated Habitat of Rare Wildlife as indicated on the most recentEstimated Habitat Map of State­Listed Rare Wetland Wildlife published by the Natural Heritage of Endangered Species program(NHESP)?a.Yes NoIf yes, include proof of mailing or hand delivery of NOI to:Natural Heritage and Endangered SpeciesProgramDivision of Fisheries and Wildlife1 Rabbit Hill RoadWestborough, MA 01581b. Date of map:AUGUST 1, 2021If yes, the project is also subject to Massachusetts Endangered Species Act (MESA) review (321 CMR 10.18)....c. Submit Supplemental Information for Endangered Species Review * (Check boxes as they apply)1. Percentage/acreage of property to be altered:(a) within Wetland Resource Area 130500percentage/acreage(b) outside Resource Area percentage/acreage2. Assessor's Map or right­of­way plan of site3. Project plans for entire project site, including wetland resource areas and areas outside of wetland jurisdiction, showingexisting and proposed conditions, existing and proposed tree/vegetation clearing line, and clearly demarcated limits of work **a.Project description (including description of impacts outside of wetland resource area & buffer zone)b. Photographs representative of the sitec. MESA filing fee (fee information available at: http://www.mass.gov/eea/agencies/dfg/dfw/natural­heritage/regulatory­review/mass­endangered­species­act­mesa/mesa­fee­schedule.html )Make check payable to "Natural Heritage & Endangered Species Fund" and mail to NHESP at above addressProjects altering 10 or more acres of land, also submit:d.Vegetation cover type map of sitee.Project plans showing Priority & Estimated Habitat boundariesd. OR Check One of the following1. Project is exempt from MESA review. Attach applicant letter indicating which MESA exemption applies. (See 321CMR 10.14, http://www.mass.gov/eea/agencies/dfg/dfw/laws­regulations/cmr/321­cmr­1000­massachusetts­endangered­species­act.html#10.14; the NOI must still be sent to NHESP if the project is within estimated habitat pursuant to 310 CMR10.37 and 10.59.)2. Separate MESA review ongoing.a. NHESP Tracking Numberb. Date submitted to NHESP3.Separate MESA review completed.Include copy of NHESP "no Take" determination or valid Conservation & Management Permit with approved plan.*Some projects not  in Estimated Habitat may be located in Priority Habitat, and require NHESP review...2.For coastal projects only, is any portion of the proposed project located below the mean high waterline or in a fish run?a. Not applicable ­ project is in inland resource area onlyb.Yes NoIf yes, include proof of mailing or hand delivery of NOI to either:South Shore ­ Cohasset to Rhode Island, and the Cape & Islands:Division of Marine Fisheries ­ Southeast Marine Fisheries StationAttn: Environmental Reviewer836 S. Rodney French Blvd New Bedford, MA 02744 North Shore ­ Hull to New Hampshire:Division of Marine Fisheries ­ North Shore OfficeAttn: Environmental Reviewer30 Emerson AvenueGloucester, MA 01930If yes, it may require a Chapter 91 license. For coastal towns in the Northeast Region, please contact MassDEP's Boston Office.For coastal towns in the Southeast Region, please contact MassDEP's Southeast Regional office.3.Is any portion of the proposed project within an Area of Critical Environmental Concern (ACEC)?a.Yes No If yes, provide name of ACEC (see instructions to WPAForm 3 or DEP Website for ACEC locations). Note:electronic filers click on Website.b. ACEC Name4.Is any portion of the proposed project within an area designated as an Outstanding Resource Water (ORW) as designated in theMassachusetts Surface Water Quality Standards, 314 CMR 4.00?a.Yes No5.Is any portion of the site subject to a Wetlands Restriction Order under the Inland Wetlands Restriction Act (M.G.L.c. 131, §40A) or the Coastal Wetlands Restriction Act (M.G.L.c. 130, § 105)?a.Yes No6.Is this project subject to provisions of the MassDEP Stormwater Management Standards?1.Applying for Low Impact Development (LID) site design credits (as described in Stormwater Management Handbook Vol.2, Chapter 3) 2.A portion of the site constitutes redevelopment 3.Proprietary BMPs are included in the Stormwater Management System b.No, Explain why the project is exempt: 1.Single Family Home 2.Emergency Road Repair 3.Small Residential Subdivision (less than or equal to 4 single­family houses or less than or equal to 4 units in multi­family housing project) with no discharge to Critical Areas. D. Additional Information Applicants must include the following with this Notice of Intent (NOI). See instructions for details. Online Users: Attach the document transaction number (provided on your receipt page) for any of the following information you submit to the Department by regular mail delivery. 1.USGS or other map of the area (along with a narrative description, if necessary) containing sufficient information for the Conservation Commission and the Department to locate the site. (Electronic filers may omit this item.) 2.Plans identifying the location of proposed activities (including activities proposed to serve as a Bordering Vegetated Wetland [BVW] replication area or other mitigating measure) relative to the boundaries of each affected resource area. 3.Identify the method for BVW and other resource area boundary delineations (MassDEP BVW Field Data Form(s). Determination of Applicability, Order of Resource Area Delineation, etc.), and attach documentation of the methodology. 4.List the titles and dates for all plans and other materials submitted with this NOI. a. Plan Title:b. Plan Prepared By:c. Plan Signed/Stamped By:c. Revised Final Date:e. Scale: TOWN OF YARMOUTH BEACH MANAGEMENT PLAN, SMUGGLERS BEACH, YARMOUTH, MASSACHUSETTS HORSLEY WITTEN GROUP, INC.April 2025 TOWN OF YARMOUTH BEACH MANAGEMENT PLAN, SOUTH MIDDLE BEACH & JUDAN WAY, YARMOUTH, MASSACHUSETTS HORSLEY WITTEN GROUP, INC.April 2025 5.If there is more than one property owner, please attach a list of these property owners not listed on this form. 6.Attach proof of mailing for Natural Heritage and Endangered Species Program, if needed. 7.Attach proof of mailing for Massachusetts Division of Marine Fisheries, if needed. 8.Attach NOI Wetland Fee Transmittal Form. 9.Attach Stormwater Report, if needed. E. Fees 1. Fee Exempt: No filing fee shall be assessed for projects of any city, town, county, or district of the Commonwealth, federally recognized Indian tribe housing authority, municipal housing authority, or the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority. Applicants must submit the following information (in addition to pages 1 and 2 of the NOI Wetland Fee Transmittal Form) to confirm fee payment: 2. Municipal Check Number 3. Check date 4. State Check Number 5. Check date 6. Payer name on check: First Name 7. Payer name on check: Last Name F. Signatures and Submittal Requirements I hereby certify under the penalties of perjury that the foregoing Notice of Intent and accompanying plans, documents, and supporting data are true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that the Conservation Commission will place notification of this Notice in a local newspaper at the expense of the applicant in accordance with the wetlands regulations, 310 CMR 10.05(5)(a). I further certify under penalties of perjury that all abutters were notified of this application, pursuant to the requirements of M.G.L. c. 131, § 40. Notice must be made by Certificate of Mailing or in writing by hand delivery or certified mail (return receipt requested) to all abutters within 100 feet of the property line of the project location. 1. Signature of Applicant 2. Date 3. Signature of Property Owner(if different)4. Date 5. Signature of Representative (if any)6. Date For Conservation Commission: Two copies of the completed Notice of Intent (Form 3), including supporting plans and documents, two copies of the NOI Wetland Fee Transmittal Form, and the city/town fee payment, to the Conservation Commission by certified mail or hand delivery. For MassDEP: One copy of the completed Notice of Intent (Form 3), including supporting plans and documents, one copy of the NOI Wetland Fee Transmittal Form, and a copy of the state fee payment to the MassDEP Regional Office (see Instructions) by certified mail or hand delivery. Other: If the applicant has checked the "yes" box in Section C, Items 1­3, above, refer to that section and the Instructions for additional submittal requirements. The original and copies must be sent simultaneously. Failure by the applicant to send copies in a timely manner may result in dismissal of the Notice of Intent. Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection Bureau of Resource Protection ­ Wetlands WPA Form 3 ­ Notice of Intent Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act M.G./. c. 3 † Provided by MassDEP: MassDEP File : eDEP Transaction : City/Town:<ARMOUTH Page 6 of 7 * ELECTRONIC COPY 14 April 2025 A. Applicant Information 1. Applicant: a. First Name ROBY b.Last Name WHITEHOUSE c. Organization TOWN OF YARMOUTH DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS d. Mailing Address 74 TOWN BROOK ROAD e. City/Town WEST YARMOUTH f. State MA g. Zip Code 02673 h. Phone Number 5083982231 i. Fax 5087604830 j. Email rwhitehouse@yarmouth.ma.us 2.Property Owner:(if different) a. First Name ROBY b. Last Name WHITEHOUSE c. Organization TOWN OF YARMOUTH DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS d. Mailing Address 74 TOWN BROOK ROAD e. City/Town WEST YARMOUTH f.State MA g. Zip Code 02673 h. Phone Number 5083982231 i. Fax 5087604830 j.Email rwhitehouse@yarmouth.ma.us 3. Project Location: a. Street Address 220 SOUTH STREET b. City/Town YARMOUTH Are you exempted from Fee? (YOU HAVE SELECTED 'YES') Note: Fee will be exempted if you are one of the following: City/Town/County/District Municipal Housing Authority Indian Tribe Housing Authority MBTA State agencies are only exempt if the fee is less than $100 B. Fees Activity Type Activity Number Activity Fee RF Multiplier Sub Total City/Town share of filling fee $0.00 State share of filing fee $0.00 Total Project Fee $0.00 Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection Bureau of Resource Protection ­ Wetlands WPA Form 3 ­ Notice of Wetland FeeTransmittal Form Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act M.G.L. c. 131, §40 Provided by MassDEP: MassDEP File #: eDEP Transaction #:1885601 City/Town:YARMOUTH Page 1 of 1 * ELECTRONIC COPY Yarmouth Conservation Commission • 1146 Route 28 South Yarmouth, MA 02664-4492 Tel. (508)-398-2231 Ext. 1288 Rev 12/2024 Page 1 of 2 Administrative Checklist Notice of Intent General Information: All filings must be made on Town of Yarmouth forms. The filing deadline is two weeks prior to the next scheduled Conservation Commission meeting for new applications. Failure to follow this Checklist shall result in an Administratively Incomplete Application and will not be advertised for a Public Hearing. Refer to the meeting schedule. Contact the Conservation Office if you need assistance. Submitting an Application: Does the property have any outstanding/expired Orders of Conditions? If so, please file a Request for Certificate of Compliance for each outstanding/expired Order, as the Commission may not issue a new Order until any outstanding/expired Orders have been closed and recorded. (*see page 2) Hardcopy filing dropped off or mailed to the Conservation Office including: 1 Administrative Checklist 1 complete NOI application WPA form 3 with original signatures. Typed signatures will not be accepted. Detailed narrative of the project including existing & proposed conditions, construction sequence, type of equipment, staging locations, drainage and stormwater, erosion controls, invasive species management and alternative analysis. The narrative shall include how the project meets performance standards per 310 CMR 10.0 & TOY Wetland Regulations, delineation sheets (if BVW or vegetated wetlands are present) or other resource area calculations, and supporting information. 1 100’ radius map, current abutters list identifying the property owners who are to be notified per 310 CMR 10.00 and abutter notification form. Abutters list must be certified by the Town Assessor’s office. The Assessor’s office requires 7 days advance notice. All abutters must be notified via certified mail. Certified Mail Receipts (PS Form 3800) for all abutters. Green cards to be submitted at the hearing. 1 original and 6 copies of the plan, folded separately, right side out with title and project address visible. All plans shall reference NAVD1988 unless otherwise noted. See plan requirements Yarmouth’s share of State filing fee: Separate check made payable to “Town of Yarmouth” (refer to NOI Wetland Fee Transmittal Form) By-law filing fee: Separate check made payable to “Town of Yarmouth” Legal ad fee: Separate check made payable to “Town of Yarmouth” Please list project property’s street address on checks. Refer to Fee Schedule DEP share of the fee (refer to NOI form) shall be sent to: Dept. of Environmental Protection Box 4062 Boston, MA 02211 CONSERVATION OFFICE N/A N/A N/A N/A No Yarmouth Conservation Commission • 1146 Route 28 South Yarmouth, MA 02664-4492 Tel. (508)-398-2231 Ext. 1288 Rev 12/2024 Page 2 of 2 DEP Submittal and Digital filing If you are filing with MassDEP using eDEP, please include a copy of the submittal confirmation with your application. If not filing via eDEP, a PDF of your application, plan, and all other supporting information must be sent VIA EMAIL the same day to DEP, Southeast Region at SERO_NOI@mass.gov with the subject line in the email per DEP’s request listed as “YARMOUTH - NOI - Street Address - Applicant Name” and copied bdirienzo@yarmouth.ma.us and jjerolimo@yarmouth.ma.us. We must receive a copy of this email with the application as proof that it has been submitted to DEP. Initial below I CERTIFY that all on-site requirements will be completed by noon on the Friday prior to the hearing date. All proposed structures must be staked, and all relevant resource areas and buffer zones must be staked or flagged. Please consult the Yarmouth Wetland Regulations, page 17. Without proper staking your project may be deemed incomplete and be continued to the next hearing date. I understand that in person representation is required at the scheduled hearing to present to the conservation commission If Applicable Certified Mail Receipt for Massachusetts Natural Heritage and Endangered Species Program Certified Mail Receipt for Massachusetts Division of Marine Fisheries. If filing via email, CC bdirienzo@yarmouth.ma.us and jjerolimo@yarmouth.ma.us Waterway’s jurisdiction – Any coastal projects such as, but not limited to, docks, piers, bulkheads, revetments, dredging and boardwalks shall require submittal of all Notice of Intent, plans and supplemental information to the Town of Yarmouth Waterways/Shellfish Committee via the Natural Resources office by certified mail or hand delivery. The applicant or his/her representative must provide the Conservation office with proof that this has been done or the filing will not be accepted. Other Requirements o Does the proposed project meet the applicable regulations of the Town of Yarmouth Zoning bylaws? Do you need to file with the Yarmouth Board of Appeals? If so, you must file with ZBA after conservation permitting is completed. o If a vacant lot, have you completed and received a determination for the Building Department for a lot inquiry form? *To view all Conservation files/permits for the property address online, go to www.yarmouth.ma.us/LF N/A N/A N/A (Note Heritage Hub submittal) 25/ 287/ / / TOWN OF YARMOUTH PARK DEPARTMENT 1146 ROUTE 28 SOUTH YARMOUTH, MA 02664-4463 26/ 143/ / / PARMENTER HENRIETTA D LIFE EST 17 SHORE SIDE DR SOUTH YARMOUTH, MA 02664 26/ 6/ / / 217 SOUTH SHORE DRIVE LLC 1 ST THOMAS MORE DR WINCHESTER, MA 01890 26/ 141/ / / DESANTIS REBECCA TR REBECCA DESANTIS REV LVNG TRUST 29 GREEN DUNES DR WEST HYANNISPORT, MA 02672 25/ 296/ CA1/ / LEVINE BARBARA S TRS LEVINE ROBERT I TRS 350 BOYLSTON ST APT 205 NEWTON, MA 02459-2875 25/ 296/ CA2/ / OCONNELL MARK A 80 MINECHOAG HTS LUDLOW, MA 01056 25/ 296/ CA3/ / RICKES PERSIS C TR PERSIS C RICKES LIVING TRUST PO BOX 271 FOXBORO, MA 02035-0271 25/ 296/ CB1/ / CONDON THOMAS J CONDON MARGARET A 200 FORT HILL RD A303 PEEKSKILL , NY 10566 25/ 296/ CB2/ / BURKE PATRICK T 183 SOUTH SHORE DR UNIT B2 SOUTH YARMOUTH, MA 02664-5872 25/ 296/ CB3/ / GOLDBERG MANUEL L GOLDBERG S N & H R 7692 SPRINGWATER DR #202 BOYNTON BEACH, FL 33437 25/ 296/ CC1/ / RENZONI TIMOTHY J HOLLE KATHY M 183 SOUTH SHORE DR UNIT C SOUTH YARMOUTH, MA 02664 25/ 296/ CD1/ / COLLINS STEPHEN E & CECCOLINI JA THE COLLINS CECCOLINI TRUST 183 SOUTH SHORE DR UNIT D SOUTH YARMOUTH, MA 02664 25/ 296/ CE1/ / VELLANTE RICHARD A TRS RICHARD A VELLANTE REVOCABLE TRU 60 TELEGRAPH ST UNIT 3 SOUTH BOSTON, MA 02127 25/ 296/ CF1/ / BOUTWELL JEFFREY P BOUTWELL DYANA M 13 SHASTA DR NORTH READING, MA 01864 25/ 296/ CG1/ / BOUTWELL CARLETON W C/O GAGNE GERALD R 18 LOWER RD HUDSON, MA 01749 25/ 296/ CH1/ / CLIPPER SHIP COVE H1 LLC PO BOX 848 SYRACUSE, NY 13209 25/ 296/ CH2/ / CLIPPER SHIP COVE H2 LLC PO BOX 848 SYRACUSE, NY 13209 25/ 296/ CH3/ / BENNETT CATHERINE R TR JMJ PROPERTIES TRUST S/Y 45 WENTWORTH ROAD MELROSE, MA 02176 26/ 2/ / / HOWIE DIANE HOWIE DENNIS P 16 LITTLE MOUNTAIN RD OLD TAPPAN, NJ 07675 25/ 284/ / / MASSAD DAVID G II TRS MASSAD LISA D TRS 339 SPRING ST SHREWSBURY, MA 01545-5037 26/ 142/ / / POLITO FRANCIS J 4 TATASSIT CIR SHREWSBURY, MA 01545-4002 26/ 3/ / / PANDOLFO JOSEPH P PANDOLFO SHEILA M 3 MEADOWCROFT RD BURLINGTON, MA 01803 26/ 140/ / / SHAPIRO NEIL H SHAPIRO CAROLYN J 26 OLD NORTH TRAIL MANSFIELD, MA 02048 26/ 139/ / / DALAL AKSHAY N TRS DALAL SHOBHANA A TRS 1800 TROUSDALE DR - UNIT 501 BURLINGAME, CA 94010 26/ 138/ / / CARUSO JOHN A TRS CARUSO SUSAN L TRS 53 WATERTOWN ST UNIT 412 LEXINGTON, MA 02173 26/ 133/ C1/ / KESHISHIAN VARTAN KESHISHIAN SEDA EBRAHIMI 28 FAYERWEWATHER ST CAMBRIDGE, MA 02138 26/ 134/ / / RASMUSSEN NORMAN W JR RASMUSSEN ERMINIA 13992 STATE ROUTE 22 CANAAN, NY 12029 26/ 132/ / / FAIGEL ALEXANDER FAIGEL CHARISHMA 77 CHESTNUT ST WESTON, MA 02493 26/ 137/ C1/ / HYNES CONOR J TRS 45 SHORE SIDE TRUST 47 SHORE SIDE DR SOUTH YARMOUTH, MA 02664 26/ 137/ C2/ / HYNES JOHN J JR TR 47 SHORESIDE TRUST 512 ROUTE 28 WEST YARMOUTH, MA 02673 26/ 136/ C1/ / COSCIONE HECTOR J 17 CHERRY PL NEWTON, MA 02465 26/ 136/ C2/ / EDWARDS WAYNE A EDWARDS JULIE L 26 BUNTING LANE WEST YARMOUTH, MA 02673 26/ 136/ C3/ / FINERTY JOYCE M TRS FEELEY SHEILA J 9 MCNAMARA AVE WEST YARMOUTH, MA 02673 26/ 136/ C4/ / FINERTY JOYCE M TRS FEELEY SHEILA J 9 MCNAMARA AVE WEST YARMOUTH, MA 02673 , 25/ 296/ CA1/ 55/ CLIPPER SHIP CONDOS CONDO MAIN 183 SOUTH SHORE DR SOUTH YARMOUTH, MA 02664 26/ 133/ C2/ / KESHISHIAN VARTAN KESHISHIAN SEDA EBRAHIMI 28 FAYERWEATHER ST CAMBRIDGE, MA 02138 Please use this signature to certify this list of propertiesabutting within 100' of the parcel located at:18 Beachwood Rd., South Yarmouth, MA 02664Assessors Map 25, Lot 287______________________________________Andy Machado, Director of AssessingFebruary 6, 2025 26/ 113/ / / RANTA ASHLEY EMMA C/O RANTA ASHLEY EMMA 205 SOUTH ST SOUTH YARMOUTH, MA 02664 26/ 115.1/ / / LERZ ALFRED A TRS LERZ DIANE B TRS 35 APPLEWOOD DR SOMERS, CT 06071 26/ 116/ / / TOWN OF YARMOUTH MUNICIPALFOR RECPLYGRNDPARK 1146 ROUTE 28 SOUTH YARMOUTH, MA 02664-4463 26/ 118/ / / RJ RESORTS RIVIERA BEACH RESORT 444 MADISON AVE FLOOR 14 NEW YORK, NY 10022 26/ 117/ / / OCEAN CLUB RESORT CONDO TRUST 329 SOUTH SHORE DRIVE SOUTH YARMOUTH, MA 02664 26/ 115.2/ / / MANDARA DAVID J MANDARA CHRISTINE A 251 CRAWFORD ST NORTHBOROUGH, MA 01532 Please use this signature to certify this list of propertiesabutting within 100' of the parcel located at:220 South St., South Yarmouth, MA 02664Assessors Map 26, Lot 116______________________________________Andy Machado, Director of AssessingFebruary 6, 2025 26/ 128/ / / TOWN OF YARMOUTH RECREATION DEPARTMENT 1146 ROUTE 28 SOUTH YARMOUTH, MA 02664-4463 26/ 88/ / / TOWN OF YARMOUTH RECREATION DEPT 1146 ROUTE 28 SOUTH YARMOUTH, MA 02664-4463 26/ 129/ / / DEPALMA ANNE M HART ANNE E 137 NEWTON AVE N WORCESTER, MA 01609 26/ 86/ / / CAPE COD KOTTAGES LLC 94 N ELM ST STE 209 WESTFIELD, MA 01085 26/ 87/ / / KIMNER KERRI LYNN C/O WILLIAMS HAROLD 63 VAN WIE TERR ALBANY, NY 12203 26/ 130/ / / DEPALMA JOHN DEPALMA ANNE M 35 BROOKSIDE DRIVE FEEDING HILLS, MA 01030 26/ 131/ / / HART ANNE E 137 NEWTON AVE N WORCESTER, MA 01609-1403 26/ 132/ / / FAIGEL ALEXANDER FAIGEL CHARISHMA 77 CHESTNUT ST WESTON, MA 02493 26/ 127/ / / THE 277 SOUTH SHORE DR LLC PO BOX 370 SOUTH YARMOUTH, MA 02664 26/ 93.1/ / / DIGIOVANNI SANDRA M TR 278 SOUTH SHORE DR SOUTH YARMOUTH, MA 02664 Please use this signature to certify this list of propertiesabutting within 100' of the parcel located at:265 South Shore Dr., South Yarmouth, MA 02664Assessors Map 26, Lot 128______________________________________Andy Machado, Director of AssessingFebruary 6, 2025 NOTIFICATION TO ABUTTERS UNDER THE MASSACHUSETTS WETLANDS PROTECTION ACT & TOWN OF YARMOUTH WETLAND BY-LAW, CHAPTER 143 In accordance with the second paragraph of the Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 131, Section 40, you are hereby notified of the following: A.The name of the applicant is ________________________________________________ B.The applicant has filed a Notice of Intent with the Yarmouth Conservation Commission, seeking permission to remove, fill, dredge or alter an Area Subject to Protection under the Wetlands Protection Act (MGL c. 131 s. 40 & Town of Yarmouth Wetland By-Law, Chapter 143). C.The address of the lot where the activity is proposed is ______________________________ D.Proposed work is _____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ E.Copies of the Notice of Intent may be examined at the Yarmouth Town Hall at the Conservation Commission office between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Monday thru Friday. For more information, call (508) 398-2231 ext. 1288. F.Copies of the Notice of Intent may be obtained from either the applicant or applicant’s representative. Applicant’s phone number _____________________________________ Or Applicant’s representatives phone number ___________________________________ G.Information regarding the date, time and place of the public hearing may be obtained by calling the Yarmouth Conservation Commission office at (508) 398-2231 ext. 1288 H.Person sending this notification (applicant, representative or other) Name __________________________________________ Address ________________________________________ Town _________________ State _______ Zip _________ Telephone _______________________________________ NOTES : •Notice of the public hearing, including date, time and place will be published at least five (5) days in advance in a newspaper of general circulation. •Notice of the public hearing, including date, time and place will be posted in the Town Hall not less than forty-eight hours in advance. •You may also contact the Southeast Regional Office of the Department of Environmental Protection at (508) 946-2800 for more information about this application. Roby Whitehouse, DPW Assistant Director 220 South Street (Smugglers Beach),265 South Shore Drive (South Middle Beach), andROW at the south end of Judan Way; Beach management plans for activities to maintain clean, safe, and accessible Town beach areas including protocols, procedures, and standards for protection/preservation of environmental resource areas, beach maintenance, seaweed management, and oversight and care of man-made structures or amenities. 508-398-2231 ext. 1250 508-833-6600 (Yarmouth DPW) (Horsley Witten Group, Inc.) Amy M. Ball 90 Route 6A, Unit #1, Sandwich, MA 02563 Sanwich MA 02563 508-833-6600 Project Narrative i Yarmouth Beach Management Plans Smugglers Beach, South Middle Beach, and Judan Way , Yarmouth, MA Table of Contents SUMMARY ............................................................................................................ 1 1.0 INTRODUCTION ............................................................................................ 2 2.0 ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES ....................................................................... 4 2.1 FEMA Designation ............................................................................................................................ 4 2.2 State-listed Rare Species Habitat ..................................................................................................... 4 2.3 Wetland Resource Areas .................................................................................................................. 4 3.0 PROPOSED PROJECT ...................................................................................... 5 3.1 Project Activities ............................................................................................................................... 5 3.2 Affected Jurisdictional Areas ............................................................................................................ 5 4.0 PROTECTION OF RESOURCE AREA INTERESTS .................................................. 5 4.1 Coastal Beach ................................................................................................................................... 5 4.2 Coastal Dune .................................................................................................................................... 6 4.3 Land Under the Ocean ...................................................................................................................... 7 4.4 Land Subject to Coastal Storm Flowage ........................................................................................... 7 5.0 REFERENCES ................................................................................................ 10 ATTACHMENTS Attachment A – Locus Maps Figure 1 – USGS Topographic Map Figure 2 – Aerial Photograph Figure 3 – FEMA Flood Zones & National Flood Insurance Program, Flood Insurance Rate Maps Figure 4 – Environmental Constraints Figure 5 – Soils Attachment B – Smugglers Beach Management Plan Attachment C – South Middle Beach & Judan Way Management Plan Notice of Intent Horsley Witten Group, Inc. Yarmouth Beach Management Plans, Yarmouth, MA April 2025 Page 1 of 10 Yarmouth Stormwater Retrofit Design and Implementation Project Standish Way , Yarmouth , MA April 2024 SUMMARY The Town of Yarmouth (the Applicant) proposes Beach Management Plans for the public beach areas at Smugglers Beach, South Middle Beach, and Judan Way in Yarmouth, MA, for the purposes of preserving and maximizing wetland resource area values, allowance of adequate public access, and preservation of recreational values. The Yarmouth Department of Public Works (DPW) Parks Division (Parks) is responsible for the maintenance and management of the Town’s public beach areas including cleaning and grooming beaches, litter control, garbage removal, restroom maintenance, and collection of daily beach fees, as well as overall management of beaches in collaboration with the Town’s Division of Recreation and the Division of Natural Resources. The above-listed beach areas support various coastal wetland resource areas, including Coastal Beach, Coastal Dune, and Land Subject to Coastal Storm Flowage, which are protected and regulated under the Massachusetts Wetland Protection Act (M.G.L. Ch. 131 § 40) and the Town of Yarmouth Wetlands Protection Bylaw (Ch. 143). Additionally, these beach areas are mapped by the Natural Heritage and Endangered Species Program of the Massachusetts Division of Fisheries and Wildlife as Priority Habitat of Rare Species and Estimated Habitat of Rare Wildlife, as they provide important nesting habitat for state-listed shorebirds, including Piping Plovers and Least Terns, both of which are protected under the Massachusetts Endangered Species Act (M.G.L. Ch. 131A). The proposed Beach Management Plans provide detailed outlines of proposed beach management activities specific to each of these beach areas in a manner that is compliant with the Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act (M.G.L. Ch. 131 § 40), the Town of Yarmouth Wetlands Protection Bylaw (Ch. 143), and the Massachusetts Endangered Species Act (M.G.L. Ch. 131A). The proposed beach management activities will occur with the coastal wetland resource and state-listed species habitat areas noted above; however, the management activities are required to maintain these publicly available recreational areas in a clean, safe, and accessible manner, and the management plans have been developed with standards that will avoid and minimize adverse impacts to the environmental resources. Yarmouth Stormwater Retrofit Design and Implementation Project Notice of Intent Horsley Witten Group, Inc. Yarmouth Beach Management Plans, Yarmouth, MA April 2025 Page 2 of 10 Standish Way, Yarmouth, MA 1.0 INTRODUCTION The Town of Yarmouth, through its Department of Public Works (DPW) Parks Division (Parks) proposes Beach Management Plans for the public beach areas at Smugglers Beach, South Middle Beach, and Judan Way in Yarmouth, MA, for the purposes of preserving and maximizing wetland resource area values, allowance of adequate public access, and preservation of recreational values. The three Town beaches are located in close proximity to each other, along Nantucket Sound at the southeast section of Yarmouth, MA (Attachment A, Figures 1 & 2). Two plans have been developed detailing the proposed management activities, protocols, and standards for each of these sites as follows: 1) Smugglers Beach Management Plan (Attachment B) 2) South Middle Beach & Judan Way Beach Management Plan (Attachment C) Photo 1. View looking east from the west side of Smugglers Beach. Notice of Intent Horsley Witten Group, Inc. Yarmouth Beach Management Plans, Yarmouth, MA April 2025 Page 3 of 10 Photo 2. View looking northeast at South Middle Beach. Photo 3. View looking north at the Judan Way beach area. Notice of Intent Horsley Witten Group, Inc. Yarmouth Beach Management Plans, Yarmouth, MA April 2025 Page 4 of 10 Details and descriptions for each of the three beach locations and proposed management activities are provided within the individual management plans (Attachments B & C). 2.0 ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES 2.1 FEMA Designation The current FEMA Flood Insurance Rate Map (Community Panel No. 25001C0589J, effective date 7/16/2014) indicates that the proposed beach management activities for Smugglers Beach occurs primarily within Special Flood Hazard Area, Zone VE (Coastal areas with a 1% or greater chance of flooding and an additional hazard associated with storm waves, with base flood elevation 13 feet), with the northwest section of the beach management area occurring within Special Flood Hazard Area, Zone AE (Coastal areas with a 1% or greater chance of flooding, with base flood elevation 13 feet). The same FEMA Flood Insurance Rate Map indicates that the areas with proposed beach management activities for the South Middle Beach and Judan Way locations occur entirely within Special Flood Hazard Area, Zone VE (Coastal areas with a 1% or greater chance of flooding and an additional hazard associated with storm waves, with base flood elevation 13 feet)(Attachment A, Figures 3 and 3A). 2.2 State-listed Rare Species Habitat According to the most recent version of the Massachusetts Natural Heritage Atlas (15th Edition, August 1, 2021), the proposed management activities for each of the beach locations will occur within areas mapped as Estimated Habitat of Rare Wildlife (EH 693) and Priority Habitat of Rare Species (PH 2156), as designated by the Massachusetts Natural Heritage and Endangered Species Program (NHESP) (Attachment A, Figure 4). There are no Certified Vernal Pools or Potential Vernal Pools (PVPs) located at the Site or within 100 feet. 2.3 Wetland Resource Areas The sites support coastal wetland resource areas, as defined under the Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act (M.G.L. Ch. 131 § 40) and the Town of Yarmouth Wetlands Bylaw (Chapter 143) and their respective regulations, including: • Coastal Beach, • Coastal Dune, • Land Subject to Coastal Storm Flowage, and • Land Under the Ocean. A brief discussion of the performance standards for these coastal resource areas is provided below. Notice of Intent Horsley Witten Group, Inc. Yarmouth Beach Management Plans, Yarmouth, MA April 2025 Page 5 of 10 3.0 PROPOSED PROJECT 3.1 Project Activities Details of the proposed project are provided on the attached project plans, entitled “Town of Yarmouth Beach Management Plan, Smugglers Beach, Yarmouth, Massachusetts” dated April 2025, and “Town of Yarmouth Beach Management Plan, South Middle Beach & Judan Way, Yarmouth, Massachusetts” dated April 2025prepared by HW (see Attachments B and C, respectively). 3.2 Affected Jurisdictional Areas The site supports coastal resource areas, as defined under the Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act (M.G.L. Ch. 131 § 40) and the Town of Yarmouth Wetlands Protection Bylaw (Ch. 143) and their respective regulations. Jurisdictional areas identified on or adjacent to the site include Coastal Beach, Coastal Dune, LSCSF, and Land Under the Ocean. Beach management activities will occur entirely within the Coastal Beach and LSCSF and would result in temporary impacts to approximately 130,500 SF or approximately 3 acres of coast al beach/LSCSF across all three sites. 4.0 PROTECTION OF RESOURCE AREA INTERESTS 4.1 Coastal Beach Under the regulations at 310 CMR 10.27 (3), (3) Any project on a coastal beach, except any project permitted under 310 CMR 10.30(3)(a), shall not have an adverse effect by increasing erosion, decreasing the volume or changing the form of any such coastal beach or an adjacent or downdrift coastal bea ch. The proposed work will have no adverse effect by increasing erosion, decreasing the volume, or changing the form of any such coastal beach or an adjacent or downdrift coastal beach since special care will be taken to avoid removal of sand from the beach du ring raking. The access paths are required for safe access and emergency access to the beach area. The intertidal zone will be avoided in all beach raking. (4) Any groin, jetty, solid pier, or other such solid fill structure which will interfere with littoral drift, in addition to complying with 310 CMR 10.27(3), shall be constructed as follows: (…) Not applicable. Notice of Intent Horsley Witten Group, Inc. Yarmouth Beach Management Plans, Yarmouth, MA April 2025 Page 6 of 10 (5) Notwithstanding 310 CMR 10.27(3), beach nourishment with clean sediment of a grain size compatible with that on the existing beach may be permitted. Not applicable. (7) Notwithstanding the provisions of 310 CMR 10.27(3) through (6), no project may be permitted which will have any adverse effect on specified habitat sites or rare vertebrate or invertebrate species, as identified by procedures established under 310 CMR 10.37. The proposed beach management plans incorporate provisions to be protective of the rare species habitat and were developed following recommendations for these protections for other Town beach management plans. It is anticipated that there will be no adverse effect on the habitat of rare species due to the protocols and standards set forth to protect those species and their habitat, including direct collaboration guidance, monitoring, and oversight from a qualified Shorebird Monitor from Mass Audubon. NHESP will review the proposed management plans for this project and provide recommendations and/or site specific requirements as part of its review. 4.2 Coastal Dune Under the regulations at 310 CMR 10.28, WHEN A COASTAL DUNE IS DETERMINED TO BE SIGNIFICANT TO STORM DAMAGE PREVENTION, FLOOD CONTROL OR THE PROTECTION OF WILDLIFE HABITAT, 310 [CMR] 10.28(3) THROUGH (6) SHALL APPLY: (3) Any alteration of, or structure on, a coastal dune or within 100 feet of a coastal dune shall not have an adverse effect on the coastal dune by: (a) affecting the ability of waves to remove sand from the dune; (b) disturbing the vegetative cover so as to destabilize the dune; (c) causing any modification of the dune form that would increase the potential for storm or flood damage; (d) interfering with the landward or lateral movement of the dune; (e) causing removal of sand from the dune artificially; or (f) interfering with mapped or otherwise identified bird nesting habitat. The proposed beach maintenance work will not have an adverse effect on the Coastal Dune since all work will take place a minimum of 15 feet outward from the toe of any dune. No vegetation will be disturbed, and sand will not be removed from the dunes. (4) Notwithstanding the provisions of 310 CMR 10.28(3), when a building already exists upon a coastal dune, a project accessory to the existing building may be permitted, provided that such work, using the best commercially available measures, minimizes the adverse Notice of Intent Horsley Witten Group, Inc. Yarmouth Beach Management Plans, Yarmouth, MA April 2025 Page 7 of 10 effect on the coastal dune caused by the impacts listed in 310 CMR 10.28(3)(b) through (e). Such an accessory project may include, but is not limited to, a small shed or a small parking area for residences. It shall not include coastal engineering structures. Not applicable. (5) The following projects may be permitted, provided that they adhere to the provisions of 310 CMR 10.28(3): (a) pedestrian walkways, designed to minimize the disturbance to the vegetative cover and traditional bird nesting habitat; (b) fencing and other devices designed to increase dune development; and (c) plantings compatible with the natural vegetative cover. No new projects of this nature are proposed. Existing pedestrian pathways will be maintained an protected through the use of ADA mats /walking aid mats. The Town will continue to maintain existing access paths at their existing width as delineated by the sand fencing set in place at the beginning of each season. (6) Notwithstanding the provisions of 310 CMR 10.28(3) through (5), no project may be permitted which will have any adverse effect on specified habitat sites of Rare Species, as identified by procedures established under 310 CMR 10.37. As noted above, it is anticipated that there will be no adverse effect on the habitat of rare species due to the protocols and standards incorporated in the beach management plans. 4.3 Land Under the Ocean No work is proposed within Land Under the Ocean; the intertidal zone will be avoided for all work except when otherwise approved by the Conservation Commission for emergencies. 4.4 Land Subject to Coastal Storm Flowage There are no performance standards for this resource are a under the WPA. However, the local wetlands regulations state the following: Any activity within land subject to coastal storm flowage which will result in the building upon, removing, filling or altering of land shall not have an adverse effect on the interests protected by the bylaw by: i. reducing the ability of the land to absorb and contain flood waters; i. reducing the ability of the land to buffer more inland areas from flooding and wave damage; Notice of Intent Horsley Witten Group, Inc. Yarmouth Beach Management Plans, Yarmouth, MA April 2025 Page 8 of 10 ii. increasing the elevation or velocity of flood waters, or by redirecting or increasing flows or causing channelization, in each case at the project site, adjacent or nearby properties, or any public or private way. iii. displacing or diverting flood waters to other properties or resource areas. Fences and privacy walls, including walls separating one property from another, may obstruct or divert flood flow and waves toward buildings and protected areas. Solid fences (stockade and similar) must be constructed with 6 inches of clearance below to allow the passage of floodwaters and wildlife; iv. causing, or creating the likelihood of, damage to other structures on land within the flood plain as debris (collateral damage); v. causing ground, surface or saltate pollution triggered by coastal storm flowage; vi. reducing the ability of the resource to serve as a wildlife habitat and migration corridor through activities such as, but not limited to the removal of substantial vegetative cover and/or installation of fencing and other structures which prevent wildlife migration across property. vii. prevention of the migration of resource areas such as salt marshes due to sea level rise. viii. If flood control and storm damage protection functions have already been impaired, redevelopment must improve existing conditions by reducing impervious surfaces, restoring flood control and storm damage protection functions, installing native plantings, or by restoring or creating other wetland resource areas. Where a previously developed coastal Resource Area has not been regulated under the applicable performance standards to protect the interests of flood control and storm damage prevention, the proposed work shall restore those interests As proposed, the annual beach maintenance activities are designed to be protective of LSCSF and the interests it protects under both the local wetlands regulations and the WPA as discussed above under Sections 4.1 and 4.2. No structures or changes to the e xisting landform are proposed. And shall meet the following requirements; ix. Existing septic system and cesspool repairs will be allowed provided they meet all Title 5 and local Board of Health thresholds. x. All groundwater elevations shall incorporate seasonable adjustments if test holes and or leaching components are 100 feet or closer from major estuaries. xi. Any proposed deck, shed, or other similar structure must be securely anchored to a footing or foundation. xii. Any activity shall preserve existing soils, vegetation, and other natural conditions that serve as buffers to coastal flooding and storm surges. Notice of Intent Horsley Witten Group, Inc. Yarmouth Beach Management Plans, Yarmouth, MA April 2025 Page 9 of 10 Not applicable. (b) Additional Performance Standards within the V Zone Within the V Zone, in addition to the general performance standards set forth in Section 4.10, (3)(a), the following additional performance standards shall apply: i. No new construction or footprint expansion of any building or other structure, road, impervious surface, or septic system shall be permitted. ii. No new construction or expansion of any structure that redirects or channelizes floods including retaining walls, fences, and sea walls shall be permitted. iii. With respect to any building or other structure, in the event of any substantial repair of the foundation, any substantial improvement (as defined in the state building code), the entire building or structure shall be elevated at least two (2) feet above the BFE. iv. The use of fill is prohibited except for bank, dune, or beach nourishment/restoration Not applicable. (c) Additional Performance Standards within the MoWA Within the MoWA, in addition to the general performance standards set forth in Section 4.10 (3)(a), the following additional performance standards shall apply: i. The new construction and footprint expansion of any building or other structure, road, impervious surface, or septic system shall be permitted, subject to the other provisions of the Bylaw and Regulations, provided that any building or occupied structure shall be elevated at least two (2) feet above the BFE. ii. No new construction or expansion of any structure that redirects or channelizes floods including retaining walls, fences, and sea walls shall be permitted. iii. With respect to any building or other structure, in the event of any substantial repair of the foundation, any substantial improvement, the entire building or structure shall be elevated at least two (2) feet above the BFE. Not applicable. Notice of Intent Horsley Witten Group, Inc. Yarmouth Beach Management Plans, Yarmouth, MA April 2025 Page 10 of 10 5.0 REFERENCES Yarmouth Conservation Commission. Accessed March 2025 via https://www.yarmouth.ma.us/325/Conservation. Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act (WPA). Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection. 2014. Accessed March 2025 via https://www.mass.gov/doc/310-cmr-1000-the- wetlands-protection-act/download. Massachusetts Endangered Species Act (MESA). Massachusetts Division of Fisheries and Wildlife. 1990. Accessed October 2024 via https://www.mass.gov/info-details/ma- endangered-species-act-mesa-overview. Massachusetts Office of Geographic and Environmental Information (MassGIS). Accessed March 2025 via http://www.mass.gov/mgis/. Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Flood Map Service Center. Accessed March 2025 via https://msc.fema.gov/portal/home. Attachment A – Locus Maps 220 South StRight-of-Way at Judan Way 265 South Shore Dr Yarmouth Beach SitesDate: 4/7/2025Data Sources: Bureau of GeographicInformation (MassGIS), ESRI This map is for informational purposes andmay not be suitable for legal, engineering,or surveying purposes. Figure 1 USGS Locus Beach Management Plan Yarmouth, MA Service Layer Credits: USGSTopo: USGS The National Map: National Boundaries Dataset, 3DEP Elevation Program, Geographic Names Information System,National Hydrography Dataset, National Land Cover Database, National Structures Dataset, and National Transportation Dataset; USGS Global 0 1,000500 Feet I Path: H:\Projects\2025\25004 Yarmouth Beach Mngt Plan\GIS\Maps\25004_NOI_Figures\25004_NOI_Figures.aprx YARMOUTH Site Locus JU D A N W A Y AFT ROAD J O N E S R O A D S O U T H S H O R E D R I V E M I S T Y L A NE S Y R I T H A S W A Y S H O R E S I D EDR I V E M A Y O R O A D C R A N B E R R Y L A N E SOUTHSTREET R U N P O N D R O A D WILFIN ROAD 220 South St Right-of-Way at Judan Way 265 South Shore Dr Yarmouth Beach Sites Parcels Date: 4/7/2025Data Sources: Bureau of GeographicInformation (MassGIS), ESRI This map is for informational purposes andmay not be suitable for legal, engineering,or surveying purposes. Figure 2 Aerial Beach Management Plan Yarmouth, MA Service Layer Credits: Layers: MassGISWorld Topographic Map: Sources: Esri, TomTom, Garmin, FAO, NOAA, USGS, (c) OpenStreetMap contributors, and the GIS User Community 0 400200 Feet I Path: H:\Projects\2025\25004 Yarmouth Beach Mngt Plan\GIS\Maps\25004_NOI_Figures\25004_NOI_Figures.aprx YARMOUTH Site Locus AE X X X X X X JU D A N W A Y AFT ROAD J O N E S R O A D S O U T H S H O R E D R I V E M I S T Y L A NE C H E S L E Y S W A Y S Y R I T H A S W A Y S H O R E S I D EDR I V E M A Y O R O A D C R A N B E R R Y L A N E SOUTHSTREET R U N P O N D R O A D WILFIN ROAD 220 South St Right-of-Way at Judan Way 265 South Shore Dr Yarmouth Beach Sites Parcels FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer 1% Annual Chance Flood Hazard 0.2% Annual Chance Flood Hazard Date: 4/7/2025Data Sources: Bureau of GeographicInformation (MassGIS), ESRI This map is for informational purposes andmay not be suitable for legal, engineering,or surveying purposes. Figure 3 FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer Beach Management Plan Yarmouth, MA Service Layer Credits: Layers: MassGISWorld Topographic Map: Sources: Esri, TomTom, Garmin, FAO, NOAA, USGS, (c) OpenStreetMap contributors, and the GIS User Community 0 400200 Feet I Path: H:\Projects\2025\25004 Yarmouth Beach Mngt Plan\GIS\Maps\25004_NOI_Figures\25004_NOI_Figures.aprx YARMOUTH Site Locus National Flood Hazard Layer FIRMette 0 500 1,000 1,500 2,000250 Feet š SEE FIS REPORT FOR DETAILED LEGEND AND INDEX MAP FOR FIRM PANEL LAYOUT SPECIAL FLOOD HAZARD AREAS Without Base Flood Elevation (BFE) Zone A, V, A99 With BFE or Depth Zone AE, AO, AH, VE, AR Regulatory Floodway 0.2% Annual Chance Flood Hazard, Areas of 1% annual chance flood with average depth less than one foot or with drainage areas of less than one square mile Zone X Future Conditions 1% Annual Chance Flood Hazard Zone X Area with Reduced Flood Risk due to Levee. See Notes.Zone X Area with Flood Risk due to Levee Zone D NO SCREEN Area of Minimal Flood Hazard Zone X Area of Undetermined Flood Hazard Zone D Channel, Culvert, or Storm Sewer Levee, Dike, or Floodwall Cross Sections with 1% Annual Chance 17.5 Water Surface Elevation Coastal Transect Coastal Transect Baseline Profile Baseline Hydrographic Feature Base Flood Elevation Line (BFE) Effective LOMRs Limit of Study Jurisdiction Boundary Digital Data Available No Digital Data Available Unmapped This map complies with FEMA's standards for the use of digital flood maps if it is not void as described below. The basemap shown complies with FEMA's basemap accuracy standards The flood hazard information is derived directly from the authoritative NFHL web services provided by FEMA. This map was exported on 4/7/2025 at 8:41 PM and does not reflect changes or amendments subsequent to this date and time. The NFHL and effective information may change or become superseded by new data over time. This map image is void if the one or more of the following map elements do not appear: basemap imagery, flood zone labels, legend, scale bar, map creation date, community identifiers, FIRM panel number, and FIRM effective date. Map images for unmapped and unmodernized areas cannot be used for regulatory purposes. Legend OTHER AREAS OF FLOOD HAZARD OTHER AREAS GENERAL STRUCTURES OTHER FEATURES MAP PANELS 8 B 20.2 The pin displayed on the map is an approximate point selected by the user and does not represent an authoritative property location. 1:6,000 70°12'27"W 41°38'49"N 70°11'50"W 41°38'22"N Basemap Imagery Source: USGS National Map 2023 FI*UR( $ JU D A N W A Y AFT ROAD J O N E S R O A D S O U T H S H O R E D R I V E M I S T Y L ANE S Y R I T H A S W A Y S H O R E S I D E D R IVE M A Y O R O A D C R A N B E R R Y L A N E BREEZY POINT ROAD SOUTHSTREET R U N P O N D R O A D W I L F I N R O A D 220 South St Right-of-Way at Judan Way 265 South Shore Dr Yarmouth Beach Sites Parcels Barrier beaches NHESP Estimated Habitat NHESP Priority Habitats of Rare Species Mouth of River (MOR) Lines Jurisdiction Contemporary High Water Inferrred Contemporary High Water Sole Source Aquifers DEP Wetlands Linear Features Shoreline Hydrologic Connection Mean Low Water Line Marsh/Bog Wooded marsh Salt Marsh Open Water Tidal Flats Beach/Dune Date: 4/7/2025Data Sources: Bureau ofGeographic Information(MassGIS), ESRI This map is for informationalpurposes and may not besuitable for legal,engineering, or surveyingpurposes. Figure 4 Environmental Constraints Beach Management Plan Yarmouth, MA Service Layer Credits: Layers: MassGISWorld Topographic Map: Sources: Esri, TomTom, Garmin, FAO, NOAA, USGS, (c) OpenStreetMap contributors, and the GIS User Community 0 400200 Feet I Path: H:\Projects\2025\25004 Yarmouth Beach Mngt Plan\GIS\Maps\25004_NOI_Figures\25004_NOI_Figures.aprx YARMOUTH Site Locus 610 - Beaches 607 - Water, saline 66A - Ipswich 252A - Carver 608 - Water, ocean AFT ROAD JU D A N W A Y S O UT H SHORE D R I V EC H E S L E Y S W A Y S Y R I T H A S W A Y CRANBERRY L A N E SO UTHSTR EET WI L F I N R O A D R U N P O N D R O A D 220 South St Right-of-Way at Judan Way 265 South Shore Dr <arPoXth Beach 6ites 3arcels +\GroloJic 6oil *roXp 1Xll! A A' Date: 72025Data Sources: BXreaX oI *eoJraphicInIorPation 0ass*I6 , (65I This map is for informational purposes andmay not be suitable for legal, engineering,or surveying purposes. Figure 5 6oils Beach Management Plan <arPoXth, 0A Service Layer Credits: Layers: MassGISWorld Topographic Map: Sources: Esri, TomTom, Garmin, FAO, NOAA, USGS, (c) OpenStreetMap contributors, and the GIS User Community 0 00200 Feet I Path: H:\Projects\2025\25004 Yarmouth Beach Mngt Plan\GIS\Maps\25004_NOI_Figures\25004_NOI_Figures.aprx YARMOUTH Site Locus Attachment B – Smugglers Beach Management Plan prepared by Horsley Witten Group, Inc. April 2025 TOWN OF YARMOUTH BEACH MANAGEMENT PLAN Smugglers Beach Yarmouth, Massachusetts April 2025 Prepared for: Town of Yarmouth Department of Public Works Parks Division 74 Town Brook Road West Yarmouth, MA 02673 Prepared by: i BEACH MANAGEMENT PLAN Smugglers Beach Yarmouth, MA Table of Contents 1.0 INTRODUCTION ......................................................................................................... 1 2.0 EXISTING CONDITIONS .............................................................................................. 1 3.0 MANAGEMENT ACTIVITIES .......................................................................................... 3 3.1 Beach Maintenance ................................................................................................... 4 3.2 Existing Beach Equipment and Typical Uses ............................................................. 5 3.3 Emergency procedures for seaweed management .................................................... 6 4.0 BEACH ACCESS POINTS.............................................................................................. 7 4.1 All Access Points ....................................................................................................... 7 4.2 Access Points for Annual Maintenance .................................................................... 12 5.0 PROTECTION OF SHOREBIRD NESTING HABITAT ...................................................... 12 6.0 REFERENCES ............................................................................................................. 14 ATTACHMENTS Attachment A – Access and Maintenance Plan Beach Management Plan Horsley Witten Group, Inc. Smugglers Beach, Yarmouth, MA Page 1 of 14 April 2025 BEACH MANAGEMENT PLAN Smugglers Beach 220 South Street, Yarmouth, MA 1.0 INTRODUCTION The Town of Yarmouth (the Town) Department of Public Works, Parks Division (Parks) serves the community through the delivery of safe, healthy, accessible, quality, year-round leisure-time experiences in addition to preserving and improving its parks and resources. An important aspect of the Parks duties involves maintenance and management of public beach areas, including cleaning and grooming beaches, litter control, garbage removal, restroom maintenance, and collection of daily beach fees, as well as overall management of beaches in collaboration with the Town’s Division of Recreation and the Division of Natural Resources. The Town owns and manages many coastal and freshwater beaches, most of which provide the public with year-round access to recreational opportunities, attracting both locals and visitors with various available waterfront activities. Smugglers Beach (also known as Bass River Beach) is Yarmouth’s most popular coastal beach, serving residents and year-round tourists and driving economic activity, particularly during the summer season. Additionally, Smugglers Beach (the Site) supports various coastal wetland resource areas, including Coastal Beach, Coastal Dune, and Land Subject to Coastal Storm Flowage, and is a valuable coastal resiliency, wildlife habitat, recreational, and tourism resource for the Town and its residents and visitors. This Beach Management Plan (the Plan) provides a detailed outline of proposed beach management activities at Smugglers Beach, with overall goals including protection and maximization of wetland resource area values; allowance of adequate public access; and preservation of recreational values. To address these goals, the Plan details proposed management/maintenance activities specific to the Site in a manner that is compliant with the Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act (M.G.L. Ch. 131 § 40) and the Town of Yarmouth Wetlands Protection Bylaw (Ch. 143). 2.0 EXISTING CONDITIONS Smugglers Beach is a large coastal beach on the Nantucket Sound, adjacent to the Bass River, located at 220 South Street, Yarmouth, MA (Photo 1). The site is 11 acres in total area and additionally supports a bathhouse with restrooms, concessions, shade shelters, a volleyball area, multiple sitting platforms, a fishing pier, a boat ramp, lifeguard stands, and a large, paved parking lot with 320+ total parking spaces, including 10 Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant spaces and 54 boat trailer spaces. The Town erects the shade shelters just prior to Memorial Day Weekend (on or around May 15th) to provide sun protection for patrons during the beach season. There is a fragmented Coastal Dune between the parking lot and Coastal Beach and a small culvert running under the parking lot from the Bass River to Crowell Pond. The Site borders The Ocean Club on Smugglers Beach motel resort at 329 South Shore Drive to the west, Bass River to the east, and residential properties to the north. Beach Management Plan Horsley Witten Group, Inc. Smugglers Beach, Yarmouth, MA Page 2 of 14 April 2025 Smugglers Beach is a valuable coastal resiliency, wildlife habitat, recreational, and tourism resource for the Town of Yarmouth, its residents, and visitors. Coastal Beaches and Coastal Dunes are significant to wildlife, wildlife habitat, storm damage prevention, flood control, and recreation. Coastal Beaches dissipate wave energy with their gentle slope, their permeability, and their granular nature, which in turn, permit changes in beach form in response to changes in wave condition. Coastal Dunes play an important role in protecting landward resource areas and properties from storm damage and flooding by dissipating wave energy and/ or blocking storm elevated sea levels and storm waves. Smugglers Beach is mapped as Priority Habitat of Rare Species (PH 2156) and Estimated Habitat of Rare Wildlife (EH 693) as classified by the Natural Heritage and Endangered Species Program of the Massachusetts Division of Fisheries and Wildlife (NHESP). As such, Smugglers Beach provides important nesting habitat for state-listed shorebirds, such as Piping Plovers (Charadrius melodus) and Least Terns (Sternula antillarum), both of which are protected under the Massachusetts Endangered Species Act; Piping Plovers are also federally protected under the Endangered Species Act. In 2024, a pair of piping plovers established a nest at Smugglers Beach for the first time. Smugglers Beach is also an important recreational and tourism resource offering almost 800 linear feet of public beach and quality amenities for residents and tourists. To maintain the quality of the beach resource for recreational purposes while protecting the value of the coastal wetland resource areas and rare species habitat, a balanced approach to the Site maintenance activities must be achieved through the use of best management practices for Coastal Beach and Coastal Dune management. Photo 1. View looking east from the west side of Smugglers Beach. 1/15/25 Beach Management Plan Horsley Witten Group, Inc. Smugglers Beach, Yarmouth, MA Page 3 of 14 April 2025 3.0 MANAGEMENT ACTIVITIES Management activities at Smugglers Beach include both proactive and reactive measures within coastal dune and coastal beach, including protection/preservation, beach maintenance, seaweed management, and oversight and care of man-made structures or amenities such as access points/paths, fencing, and shade shelters. Primary Coastal Dunes are the first line of defense against coastal storm flooding and serve as a sand source to adjacent beaches. Beach grasses, drift/wrack material, and other vegetation on the dunes trap sand and store it as a future sediment supply for the beaches. To protect public and private property, the primary Coastal Dune should be preserved and protected as a continuous, unbroken natural barrier along the length of the Coastal Beach to the greatest extent possible. It is also important to provide controlled and managed access points for recreational users of the Coastal Beach. The beach provides recreational benefits to all, and as such, the Town has a vital interest in the continued protection of the Coastal Beach and Coastal Dune areas. Protection of these interests is supported by routine annual maintenance activities performed by the Town. The Coastal Dunes at Smugglers Beach have undergone notable growth over the past 20 years, creating a healthy and important coastal resource; however, this growth, along with seasonally set-aside/protected nesting habitat areas, has reduced the overall availability of access paths and recreational areas of the beach for tourists and residents. Figure 1. Change in Smugglers Beach Dunes between 2003 and 2024 (source: Google Earth). In the past, the Town has carried out small scale dune maintenance to limit further dune expansion. This included the excavation of the un-vegetated toe of the dune and redistribution of the sand onto the main beach area, and the clearing of windblown sand within the access paths to the beach. This activity can have a destabilizing effect on the dune and negatively impact habitat for nesting shore birds; therefore, this practice is no longer allowed, and the dune system shall be allowed to migrate naturally. The exception to this is the activity of clearing windblown sand built up along the designated access points/pathways (Access Points A through G) as shown on Attachment A. The Town wishes to maintain the access paths at their existing width as delineated by the sand fencing set in place at the beginning of each season. To maintain these access points, accumulated sand will be removed using a front-end loader, skid steer, and/or excavator and all care will be taken to minimize impact to dune stability and vegetation. No heavy equipment will be used on or within 15 feet of the toe of the dune outside 2003 2012 2024 Beach Management Plan Horsley Witten Group, Inc. Smugglers Beach, Yarmouth, MA Page 4 of 14 April 2025 these access pathways, and no heavy equipment will be used below the Mean High Water (MHW) line 2.4 feet (NAVD88). 3.1 Beach Maintenance Beach maintenance includes both proactive and reactive measures that occur throughout the year. All maintenance activities will be carried out to avoid negative effects to the Coastal Beach and adjacent Coastal Dunes. Proactive Beach Maintenance Activities Proactive maintenance includes oversight and care of man-made structures or amenities such as access points/paths, fencing, and shade shelters; maintenance of accumulated seaweed and debris; and American beachgrass (Ammophila breviligulata) plantings. All proactive maintenance shall occur before April 1st to avoid negative impacts to nesting plover and tern populations in compliance with the Massachusetts Endangered Species Act (MESA), M.G.L. c.131A, and its associated implementing regulations (321 CMR 10.00). Reactive Beach Maintenance Activities Seaweed serves as a critical source of food and important habitat for marine animals. Plant debris deposited on the shoreline also provides important nutrients and organic matter for the ecosystem. Organic matter in the drift line (the area where items from the sea are deposited on the shore between high and low tides) provides food and habitat for small crustaceans and several other species, which then provide food for fish, crabs, and nesting and migrating birds. Vegetative debris along the drift/wrack line is vital for resident and migratory shorebirds, which feed largely on invertebrates which eat the vegetation. The drift/wrack line also catches sand that facilitates the development and build-up of beaches and dunes, which is important for storm damage protection and flood control. Under normal conditions (non-emergency conditions), seaweed removal from the beach shall be limited to the area between 15 feet seaward of the base of the primary dune and MHW (2.4 feet NAVD88), following the above-noted best practices. Excess accumulations of seaweed on Smugglers Beach can cause aesthetic and/or public health concerns and management challenges, particularly during warmer weather when the material decays and causes odor problems. Monitoring seaweed build-up and removal of a portion of the fresh seaweed material by hand on a regular basis during periods of high accumulation may help to control the amount of seaweed that accumulates over time and reduce the need for more intensive mechanical raking. Reactive beach maintenance activities are seasonal, and the season during which policy applies is in effect during the public swimming season (third week of June through Labor Day). Reactive beach maintenance includes removal of marine debris1 to provide the public with a litter free beach; removal of excessive amounts of fly infested seaweed that has been declared 1 Marine debris is defined as any persistent solid material that is manufactured or processed and directly or indirectly, intentionally or unintentionally, disposed of or abandoned into the marine environment. Beach Management Plan Horsley Witten Group, Inc. Smugglers Beach, Yarmouth, MA Page 5 of 14 April 2025 a health hazard by the Health Department; and emergency measures in the wake of severe weather events. Beach cleaning will be carried out seasonally beginning in mid-March using a tractor with a towable beach rake to remove debris. Removal activities will be conducted on an ‘as needed’ basis, but generally not more than two (2) times per week and every effort will be made to remove as little sediment from the beach as possible. The following best practices for beach cleaning shall be followed: 1) All machinery used on the beach shall remain at least 15 feet seaward of the dune toe to protect the stability and ecology of the dune area. The toe of the dune is the location of a visible break in slope and is not necessarily occupied by dune vegetation. It is understood that if this provision is violated, beach cleaning will be prohibited under an Enforcement Order issued by the Conservation Commission. 2) Removal efforts shall be focused on the areas of trash and nuisance seaweed on the open beach area. No raking shall occur below the MHW line (within the intertidal zone), leaving the lower drift/wrack line(s) to provide a seed source, nutrient source, and foraging habitat for shorebirds and to help build the beach and dunes. 3) The mechanical rake shall be set to only skim the surface to avoid scraping or moving beach sediments. 4) Beach raking will be performed, if necessary, after assessments of the beach area are conducted by Town staff. The primary focus of raking is to provide the public with a recreational beach that is free of trash and nuisance seaweed , as well as to fill any holes that may cause safety concerns. 5) Under ‘normal’ conditions, bucket loaders shall not be used to collect seaweed; these vehicles can be used to transport seaweed collected by the mechanical rake. 6) All beach cleaning activities shall be carried out in accordance with the MESA regulations in conjunction with oversight by Mass Audubon during the shorebird nesting bird season (between April 1st and August 31st). 7) Material removed from the beach shall be deposited at an appropriate off-site facility. 3.2 Existing Beach Equipment and Typical Uses Table 1 below provides details on the types and typical uses of Town-owned equipment that will be utilized to implement the Smugglers Beach maintenance activities noted in this plan. Beach Management Plan Horsley Witten Group, Inc. Smugglers Beach, Yarmouth, MA Page 6 of 14 April 2025 Table 1. Existing Beach Equipment and Typical Uses 3.3 Emergency Procedures for Seaweed Management During various times of the year, major storms could deposit excessive amounts of seaweed in areas approved for routine maintenance activities. In the event that extreme volumes of seaweed have accumulated at Smugglers Beach and as deemed to create a public health or safety concern by the Board of Health, the Yarmouth Public Works staff will follow emergency guidelines as stated in the Yarmouth Wetlands Protection Bylaw (Ch. 143 § 7). The presence of excessive seaweed material could potentially hinder or prevent these routine maintenance activities due to the volume of debris, and additional equipment, including a skid steer loader and/or excavator (with suitable attachments), may be necessary to assist in removal. If this type of equipment use is necessary, the operators will employ the safest, most efficient, and effective best management practices available during the execution of the removal activities to ensure the coastal resource areas are protected as required. This procedure will only take place after consultation with the Conservation Agent and the Director of Public Works, and an administrative approval/sign off. Beach Management Plan Horsley Witten Group, Inc. Smugglers Beach, Yarmouth, MA Page 7 of 14 April 2025 Although seaweed is a natural, organic material, once it is removed from a beach, disposal can pose some challenges. Disposal strategies will vary depending on the potential space available for storage and drying of the seaweed, the amount of material to be disposed of, the resources available for disposal, and the potential ecological impacts. A disposal strategy shall be developed by Town staff responsible for the management of the property and agreed by the Conservation Commission, prior to the summer season. 4.0 BEACH ACCESS POINTS To facilitate availability of public access to the Smugglers Beach recreational areas, annual maintenance of the access points/paths to the beach are necessary. The Department has identified nine access points (Access Points A through I) as described below. Locations of the access points are shown on Attachment A. 4.1 All Access Points ACCESS POINT A: This is a sand-based emergency vehicle access, equipment maintenance access, and pedestrian access point to the beach approximately 350’ x 14’ (Photo 2). Photo 2. View looking south from the middle of the Access Point A path. 1/15/25 Beach Management Plan Horsley Witten Group, Inc. Smugglers Beach, Yarmouth, MA Page 8 of 14 April 2025 ACCESS POINT B: This access point is a handicap accessible ramp of composite decking leading from the sidewalk along the western side of the parking lot though dune to the volleyball court beach area and is approximately 20’ x 8’ (Photo 3). ACCESS POINT C: This access point is comprised of a handicap accessible ramp and a raised deck area with benches and a set of stairs through the dune to the beach. The ramp area is approximately 30’ x 5’ and the deck area is approximately 450 ft² (Photo 4). Photo 3. View looking northeast at Access Point B. Photo 4. View looking south at Access Point C from the parking lot. 1/15/25 1/15/25 Beach Management Plan Horsley Witten Group, Inc. Smugglers Beach, Yarmouth, MA Page 9 of 14 April 2025 ACCESS POINT D: This is primarily a sand-based pedestrian access point through dune to the beach, approximately 30’ x 12’, with a boulder blocking vehicle access; however, it also serves as a secondary emergency vehicle and equipment maintenance access, with temporary removal of the boulder at times when needed (Photo 5). ACCESS POINT E: This access point is comprised of a handicap accessible ramp and a raised deck area with benches and a set of stairs through the dune to the beach. The ramp area is approximately 40’ x 5’ and the deck area is approximately 425 ft² (Photo 6). Photo 6. View looking southeast at Access Point E from the parking lot. 1/15/25 1/15/25 Photo 5. View looking southwest at Access Point D from the parking lot. Beach Management Plan Horsley Witten Group, Inc. Smugglers Beach, Yarmouth, MA Page 10 of 14 April 2025 ACCESS POINT F: This access point is a handicap accessible raised wooden boardwalk through dune, which extends between the southeast corner of the parking lot and the northern end of the fishing pier. At the eastern side of the boardwalk there is a set of stairs providing pedestrian access to the beach area south of the boardwalk and another set of stairs providing pedestrian access to the open sandy area north of the boardwalk (Photo 7). ACCESS POINT G: This access point is comprised of a handicap accessible raised deck area, with stairs at the north and south sides of the deck and benches along the western side of the deck. The access allows pedestrian passage through dune to open sandy areas between the Bass River revetment/jetty and the parking lot. The deck area is approximately 700 ft² (Photo 8). Photo 7. View looking east at Access Point F from the parking lot. Photo 8. View looking east at Access Point G from the parking lot. 1/15/25 1/15/25 Beach Management Plan Horsley Witten Group, Inc. Smugglers Beach, Yarmouth, MA Page 11 of 14 April 2025 ACCESS POINT H: This access point consists of a line of small boulders in the sandy area along the east side of the parking lot, serving to allow pedestrian access, as well as emergency and maintenance access with temporary removal of boulders as needed (Photo 9). ACCESS POINT I: This is a sandy footpath used for pedestrian access to the open sandy area between the boat ramp and the fishing pier. A line of placed boulders along the east side of the parking lot prevents vehicle access. (Photo 10). Photo 9. View looking west at Access Point H from the open sandy area. Photo 10. View looking southwest at the sandy pedestrian path at Access Point I. 1/15/25 1/15/25 Beach Management Plan Horsley Witten Group, Inc. Smugglers Beach, Yarmouth, MA Page 12 of 14 April 2025 4.2 Access Points for Annual Maintenance The following maintenance activities and equipment needs are anticipated for annual maintenance of Access Points A-G: • Maintenance Activities: o Remove windblown sand from the walkways, ramps, stairs, and deck areas and spread out on the beach. o Replace/ repair snow fencing (as needed). • Equipment Needs: o Rubber tracked or tired skid steer, excavator, and/or front-end loader with suitable attachments may be required to complete these maintenance activities, with utilization of best management practices and adherence to all required regulatory conditions. No annual maintenance of Access Points H or I are anticipated. Temporary removal of one or more of the boulders at Access Point H is required to allow equipment access to perform “spring cleanup” maintenance within the open sandy area east of Access Point H. 5.0 PROTECTION OF SHOREBIRD NESTING HABITAT Smugglers Beach provides important nesting habitat for shorebirds as mapped by the MA NHESP. The Town of Yarmouth participates in Mass Audubon’ s Coastal Waterbird Program to monitor, manage, and protect Piping Plover, Least Tern, and Common Tern nesting populations on Yarmouth’ s public beaches. As noted, in 2024, Smugglers Beach was host to at least one pair of nesting Piping Plovers. The following best practices have been adopted for Smugglers Beach: 1. All areas of suitable piping plover nesting habitat will be identified and delineated by a qualified Shorebird Monitor (Mass Audubon) with posts and warning signs or symbolic fencing on or before April 1st. Suitable nesting habitat for all species of terns should be identified and delineated on or before May 15th. Timing for the removal of the posts, warning signs, and symbolic fencing will be determined by Mass Audubon, at which point they will notify the Yarmouth Conservation Commission and DPW. Mass Audubon staff will perform the removal of posts, warning signs, and symbolic fencing upon approval from the Yarmouth Conservation Commission. 2. All initial (pre-season) beach maintenance (lifeguard chairs, boardwalk maintenance, etc.) will be done before April 1st. 3. Endangered species monitoring begins when the presence of listed species is noted and continues until the last chick has fledged, at such time Mass Audubon will notify the Town Conservation Commission and DPW that shorebird monitoring is no longer needed for the current season. Beach Management Plan Horsley Witten Group, Inc. Smugglers Beach, Yarmouth, MA Page 13 of 14 April 2025 4. Installation of permanent and/ or temporary symbolic fencing and signage are installed for the creation of refuge areas to protect incubating Piping Plovers or Least Terns and their eggs. The fencing is maintained if the eggs are viable. Once hatching begins, the symbolic fencing is modified to allow free movement of the chicks. If unfledged chicks move outside the delineated symbolic fencing, then the boundaries of the protected area can be adjusted. All symbolic fencing and signage installation, adjustments, and removal activities will be conducted by a qualified Shorebird Monitor from Mass Audubon. 5. Daily communications will occur between the Town and the qualified shorebird monitor(s) and before any maintenance activity occurs at Smugglers Beach. The operator of any machinery shall meet the qualified shorebird monitor(s) onsite and discuss the current location of protected shorebird adults and chicks and any updated information/procedures as needed to perform beach raking activities properly and safely for the protection of the species. No raking or seaweed removal shall occur unless a qualified Shorebird Monitor has located plovers and determined that the work can begin. 6. All equipment, vehicles (non- emergency), and beach rakes shall not travel within 100 yards of unfledged Piping Plover or Least Tern chicks, unless the qualified monitor is able to locate and track all unfledged chicks. 7. When unfledged chicks are on the beach, raking must be conducted with the guidance of a qualified Shorebird Monitor who has determined the location of unfledged chicks. If, due to imminent health or human safety concerns, mechanized cleaning must occur within 100 yards of unfledged chicks, vehicles must be guided by a qualified Shorebird Monitor who has first determined the locations of all unfledged chicks. 8. All use and staging of vehicles (for all non- emergency situations), including but not limited to distributing equipment to lifeguard stations and ADA mats, must avoid areas of symbolic fencing. 9. Trash within fenced areas occupied by beach-nesting birds should only be removed if it presents a hazard for birds or people. It must be removed by hand. Removal should be conducted by, or under the immediate supervision of, a qualified Shorebird Monitor who has first determined the locations of all nests and unfledged chicks. 10. The shade shelter will be erected by the Town on or around May 15th, with direct guidance and oversight from the qualified shorebird monitor. 11. The use of fireworks is prohibited on Smugglers Beach. 12. Dogs are not allowed on Smugglers Beach from April 1st through to Labor Day. 13. Kite flying is prohibited on Smugglers Beach between April 1st and August 31st each year. Beach Management Plan Horsley Witten Group, Inc. Smugglers Beach, Yarmouth, MA Page 14 of 14 April 2025 6.0 REFERENCES Howes, B. et al. Massachusetts Estuaries Project. Linked Watershed-Embayment Model to Determine Critical Nitrogen Loading Thresholds for the Bass River Embayment System, Towns of Yarmouth and Dennis, Massachusetts, Final Report – April 2011. University of Massachusetts Dartmouth, School of Marine Science and Technology and Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection. Massachusetts Coastal Zone Management (CZM). Managing Seaweed Accumulations on Recreational Beaches, Guidance from the Massachusetts Office of Coastal Zone Management, May 2013. Massachusetts Office of Geographic and Environmental Information (MassGIS). Accessed March 2025 via http://www.mass.gov/mgis/. Massachusetts Endangered Species Act (MESA). Massachusetts Division of Fisheries and Wildlife. 1990. Accessed October 2024 via https://www.mass.gov/info-details/ma- endangered-species-act-mesa-overview. Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act (WPA). Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection. 2014. Accessed March 2025 via https://www.mass.gov/doc/310-cmr-1000-the- wetlands-protection-act/download. Weston and Sampson. Town of Yarmouth 2023 Open Space & Recreation Plan. July 2023, revised June 2024. Wood Hole Group, Inc. Yarmouth Climate Change Vulnerability Assessment and Adaptation Plan. July 2023. Yarmouth Conservation Commission. Access March 2025 via https://www.yarmouth.ma.us/325/Conservation. Attachment C – South Middle & Judan Way Beach Management Plan prepared by Horsley Witten Group, Inc. April 2025 TOWN OF YARMOUTH BEACH MANAGEMENT PLAN South Middle Beach & Judan Way Yarmouth, Massachusetts April 2025 Prepared for: Town of Yarmouth Department of Public Works Parks Division 74 Town Brook Road West Yarmouth, MA 02673 Prepared by: i BEACH MANAGEMENT PLAN South Middle Beach & Judan Way Yarmouth, MA Table of Contents 1.0 INTRODUCTION ......................................................................................................... 1 2.0 EXISTING CONDITIONS .............................................................................................. 1 3.0 MANAGEMENT ACTIVITIES .......................................................................................... 4 3.1 Beach Maintenance ................................................................................................... 5 3.2 Existing Beach Equipment and Typical Uses ............................................................. 7 3.3 Emergency procedures for seaweed management .................................................... 7 4.0 BEACH ACCESS POINTS.............................................................................................. 8 4.1 All Access Points ....................................................................................................... 8 4.2 Access Points for Annual Maintenance ...................................................................... 9 5.0 PROTECTION OF SHOREBIRD NESTING HABITAT ........................................................ 9 6.0 REFERENCES ............................................................................................................. 11 ATTACHMENTS Attachment A – Access and Maintenance Plan Beach Management Plan Horsley Witten Group, Inc. South Middle Beach/Judan Way, Yarmouth, MA Page 1 of 11 April 2025 BEACH MANAGEMENT PLAN South Middle Beach and Judan Way 265 South Shore Drive, Yarmouth, MA 1.0 INTRODUCTION The Town of Yarmouth (the Town) Department of Public Works, Parks Division (Parks) serves the community through the delivery of safe, healthy, accessible, quality, year-round leisure-time experiences in addition to preserving and improving its parks and resources. An important aspect of the Parks duties involves maintenance and management of public beach areas, including cleaning and grooming beaches, litter control, garbage removal, restroom maintenance, and collection of daily beach fees, as well as overall management of beaches in collaboration with the Town’s Division of Recreation and the Division of Natural Resources. The Town owns and manages many coastal and freshwater beaches, most of which provide the public with year-round access to recreational opportunities, attracting both locals and visitors with various available waterfront activities. South Middle Beach and Judan Way (the Site) are popular Yarmouth coastal beaches, serving residents and year-round tourists and driving economic activity, particularly during the summer season. Additionally, these beaches support various coastal wetland resource areas, including Coastal Beach, Coastal Dune, and Land Subject to Coastal Storm Flowage, and are valuable coastal resiliency, wildlife habitat, recreational, and tourism resource for the Town and its residents and visitors. This Beach Management Plan (the Plan) provides a detailed outline of proposed beach management activities for the beaches at South Middle Beach and Judan Way, with overall goals including protection and maximization of wetland resource area values; allowance of adequate public access; and preservation of recreational values. To address these goals, the Plan details proposed management/maintenance activities specific to the Site in a manner that is compliant with the Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act (M.G.L. Ch. 131 § 40) and the Town of Yarmouth Wetlands Protection Bylaw (Ch. 143). These beach areas are combined together in this management plan for the purposes of operational efficiency, as they are in close proximity to one another and have been maintained as a single site by the Town, relative to beach management activities. 2.0 EXISTING CONDITIONS South Middle Beach is a coastal beach on the Nantucket Sound, located at 265 South Shore Drive, Yarmouth, MA (Photo 1). This part of the Site is 3 acres in total area with additional amenities and resources including a restroom facility adjacent to South Shore Drive, lifeguard stands along the beach, and a residents-only parking lot north of the Site at 268 South Shore Drive. The northern half of the Site is a pine-oak forested area with access paths to and from Beach Management Plan Horsley Witten Group, Inc. South Middle Beach/Judan Way, Yarmouth, MA Page 2 of 11 April 2025 the parking area, and a pick-up/drop-off driveway near the road and bathroom facility. South of the forested area, the Site supports a Coastal Dune and Coastal Beach, with a sand path through the dune providing access to the beach area, which includes a wooden stairway at the north side of the dune. Just prior to Memorial Day Weekend (on or around May 15th), the Town installs seasonal Americans with Disabilities Act compliant (ADA) mats (mobi-mats) along the access path to the beach to provide a more stable access surface during the beach season for those with disabilities or mobility challenges. The Site borders residential properties to the east and west and South Shore Drive to the north. Photo 1. View looking east from the west side of South Middle Beach. The Judan Way public beach area is a coastal beach on the Nantucket Sound, located within the Right-of-Way between 18 Beachwood Road and 14 Judan Way, Yarmouth, MA (Photo 2). The Site is approximately 8,000 square feet in total area from the southern end of the paved Judan Way roadway and is separated from the South Middle Beach site by the 14 Judan Way property (approximately 80 feet between the sites). Public parking spaces are available along the Judan Way roadway. Just prior to Memorial Day Weekend (on or around May 15th), the Town installs seasonal Americans with Disabilities Act compliant (ADA) mats (mobi-mats) along the access path between Judan Way and the beach to provide a more stable access surface for those with disabilities or mobility challenges. This area of the Site borders residential properties to the east and west and South Shore Drive to the north. 1/15/25 Beach Management Plan Horsley Witten Group, Inc. South Middle Beach/Judan Way, Yarmouth, MA Page 3 of 11 April 2025 Photo 2. View looking northwest at the Judan Way beach area. South Middle Beach and Judan Way are valuable coastal resiliency, wildlife habitat, recreational, and tourism resources for the Town of Yarmouth, its residents, and visitors. Coastal Beaches and Coastal Dunes are significant to wildlife, wildlife habitat, storm damage prevention, flood control, and recreation. Coastal Beaches dissipate wave energy with their gentle slope, their permeability, and their granular nature, which in turn, permit changes in beach form in response to changes in wave condition. Coastal Dunes play an important role in protecting landward resource areas and properties from storm damage and flooding by dissipating wave energy and/ or blocking storm elevated sea levels and storm waves. The Site is mapped as Priority Habitat of Rare Species (PH 2156) and Estimated Habitat of Rare Wildlife (EH 693) as classified by the Natural Heritage and Endangered Species Program of the Massachusetts Division of Fisheries and Wildlife (NHESP). As such, these beaches provide important nesting habitat for state-listed shorebirds, such as Piping Plovers (Charadrius melodus) and Least Terns (Sternula antillarum), both of which are protected under the Massachusetts Endangered Species Act; Piping Plovers are also federally protected under the Endangered Species Act. The Site is also an important recreational and tourism resource offering approximately 310 combined linear feet of public beach and quality amenities for residents and tourists. To maintain the quality of the beach resource for recreational purposes while protecting the value of the coastal wetland resource areas and rare species habitat, a balanced approach to the Site 1/15/25 Beach Management Plan Horsley Witten Group, Inc. South Middle Beach/Judan Way, Yarmouth, MA Page 4 of 11 April 2025 maintenance activities must be achieved through the use of best management practices for Coastal Beach and Coastal Dune management. 3.0 MANAGEMENT ACTIVITIES Management activities at the Site include both proactive and reactive measures within coastal dune and coastal beach, including protection/preservation, beach maintenance, seaweed management, and oversight and care of man-made structures or amenities such as access points/paths, fencing, and ADA mats (. Primary Coastal Dunes are the first line of defense against coastal storm flooding and serve as a sand source to adjacent beaches. Beach grasses, drift/wrack material, and other vegetation on the dunes trap sand and store it as a future sediment supply for the beaches. To protect public and private property, the primary Coastal Dune should be preserved and protected as a continuous, unbroken natural barrier along the length of the Coastal Beach to the greatest extent possible. It is also important to provide controlled and managed access points for recreational users of the Coastal Beach. The beach areas provide recreational benefits to all, and as such, the Town has a vital interest in the continued protection of the Coastal Beach and Coastal Dune areas. Protection of these interests is supported by routine annual maintenance activities performed by the Town. The Coastal Dunes at the Site have undergone notable growth over the past 20 years, creating a healthy and important coastal resource; however, this growth, along with seasonally set- aside/protected nesting habitat areas, has reduced the overall availability of access paths and recreational areas of the beach for tourists and residents. Figure 1. Change in South Middle Beach and Judan Way Dunes between 2005 and 2024 (Source: Google Earth). In the past, the Town has carried out small scale dune maintenance to limit further dune expansion. This included the excavation of the un-vegetated toe of the dune and redistribution of the sand onto the main beach area, and the clearing of windblown sand within the access paths to the beach. This activity can have a destabilizing effect on the dune and negatively 2005 2012 2024 Beach Management Plan Horsley Witten Group, Inc. South Middle Beach/Judan Way, Yarmouth, MA Page 5 of 11 April 2025 impact habitat for nesting shore birds; therefore, this practice is no longer allowed, and the dune system shall be allowed to migrate naturally. The exception to this is the activity of clearing windblown sand built up along the designated access points/pathways (Access Points A and B) as shown on Attachment A. The Town wishes to maintain the access paths at their existing width as delineated by the sand fencing set in place at the beginning of each season. To maintain these access points, accumulated sand will be removed using a front-end loader, skid steer, and/or excavator and all care will be taken to minimize impact to dune stability and vegetation. No heavy equipment will be used on or within 15 feet of the toe of the dune outside these access pathways, and no heavy equipment will be used below the Mean High Water (MHW) line 2.4 feet (NAVD88). 3.1 Beach Maintenance Beach maintenance includes both proactive and reactive measures that occur throughout the year. All maintenance activities will be carried out to avoid negative effects to Coastal Beach and adjacent Coastal Dunes. Proactive Beach Maintenance Activities Proactive maintenance includes oversight and care of man-made structures such as access points/paths and fencing, maintenance of accumulated seaweed and debris, and American beachgrass (Ammophila breviligulata) plantings. All proactive maintenance shall occur before April 1st to avoid negative impacts to nesting plover and tern populations in compliance with the Massachusetts Endangered Species Act (MESA), M.G.L. c.131A, and its associated implementing regulations (321 CMR 10.00). Reactive Beach Maintenance Activities Seaweed serves as a critical source of food and important habitat for marine animals. Plant debris deposited on the shoreline also provides important nutrients and organic matter for the ecosystem. Organic matter in the drift line (the area where items from the sea are deposited on the shore between high and low tides) provides food and habitat for small crustaceans and several other species, which then provide food for fish, crabs, and nesting and migrating birds. Vegetative debris along the drift/wrack line is vital for resident and migratory shorebirds, which feed largely on invertebrates which eat the vegetation. The drift/wrack line also catches sand that facilitates the development and build-up of beaches and dunes, which is important for storm damage protection and flood control. Under normal conditions (non-emergency conditions), seaweed removal from the beach shall be limited to the area between 15 feet seaward of the base of the primary dune and MHW (2.4 feet NAVD88), following the above-noted best practices. Excess accumulations of seaweed on the Site beaches can cause aesthetic and/or public health concerns and management challenges, particularly during warmer weather when the material decays and causes odor problems. Monitoring seaweed build-up and removal of a portion of the fresh seaweed material by hand on a regular basis during periods of high accumulation may help to control the amount of seaweed that accumulates over time and reduce the need for more intensive mechanical raking. Beach Management Plan Horsley Witten Group, Inc. South Middle Beach/Judan Way, Yarmouth, MA Page 6 of 11 April 2025 The season during which policy applies: This policy is in effect during the public swimming season (third week of June through Labor Day). Reactive beach maintenance includes removal of marine debris1 to provide the public with a litter free beach; removal of excessive amounts of fly infested seaweed that has been declared a health hazard by the Health Department; and emergency measures in the wake of severe weather events. Beach cleaning will be carried out seasonally beginning in mid-March using a tractor with a towable beach rake to remove debris. Removal activities will be conducted on an ‘as needed’ basis, but generally not more than two (2) times per week and every effort will be made to remove as little sediment from the beach as possible. Maintenance equipment and access to all beach areas of the Site will be from the Judan Way location. The following best practices for beach cleaning shall be followed: 1) All machinery used on the beach shall remain at least 15 feet seaward of the dune toe to protect the stability and ecology of the dune area. The toe of the dune is the location of a visible break in slope and is not necessarily occupied by dune vegetation. It is understood that if this provision is violated, beach cleaning will be prohibited under an Enforcement Order issued by the Conservation Commission. 2) Removal efforts shall be focused on the areas of trash and nuisance seaweed on the open beach area. No raking shall occur below the MHW line (within the intertidal zone), leaving the lower drift/wrack line(s) to provide a seed source, nutrient source, and foraging habitat for shorebirds and to help build the beach and dunes. 3) The mechanical rake shall be set to only skim the surface to avoid scraping or moving beach sediments. 4) Beach raking will be performed, if necessary, after assessments of the beach area are conducted by Town staff. The primary focus of raking is to provide the public with a recreational beach that is free of trash and nuisance seaweed , as well as to fill any holes that may cause safety concerns. 5) Under ‘normal’ conditions, bucket loaders shall not be used to collect seaweed; these vehicles can be used to transport seaweed collected by the mechanical rake. 6) All beach cleaning activities shall be carried out in accordance with the MESA regulations in conjunction with oversight by Mass Audubon during the shorebird nesting bird season (between April 1st and August 31st). 7) Material removed from the beach shall be deposited at an appropriate off-site facility. 1 Marine debris is defined as any persistent solid material that is manufactured or processed and directly or indirectly, intentionally or unintentionally, disposed of or abandoned into the marine environment. Beach Management Plan Horsley Witten Group, Inc. South Middle Beach/Judan Way, Yarmouth, MA Page 7 of 11 April 2025 3.2 Existing Beach Equipment and Typical Uses Table 1 below provides details on the types and typical uses of Town-owned equipment that will be utilized to implement the Site maintenance activities noted in this plan. Table 1. Existing Beach Equipment and Typical Uses 3.3 Emergency Procedures for Seaweed Management During various times of the year, major storms could deposit excessive amounts of seaweed in areas approved for routine maintenance activities. In the event that extreme volumes of seaweed have accumulated at the Site and as deemed to create a public health or safety concern by the Board of Health, the Yarmouth Public Works staff will follow emergency guidelines as stated in the Yarmouth Wetlands Protection Bylaw (Ch. 143 § 7). The presence of excessive seaweed material could potentially hinder or prevent these routine maintenance activities due to the volume of debris, and additional equipment, including a skid steer loader and/or excavator (with suitable attachments), may be necessary to assist in Beach Management Plan Horsley Witten Group, Inc. South Middle Beach/Judan Way, Yarmouth, MA Page 8 of 11 April 2025 removal. If this type of equipment use is necessary, the operators will employ the safest, most efficient, and effective best management practices available during the execution of the removal activities to ensure the coastal resource areas are protected as required. This procedure will only take place after consultation with the Conservation Agent and the Director of Public Works, and an administrative approval/sign off. Although seaweed is a natural, organic material, once it is removed from a beach, disposal can pose some challenges. Disposal strategies will vary depending on the potential space available for storage and drying of the seaweed, the amount of material to be disposed of, the resources available for disposal, and the potential ecological impacts. A disposal strategy shall be developed by Town staff responsible for the management of the property and agreed by the Conservation Commission, prior to the summer season. 4.0 BEACH ACCESS POINTS To facilitate availability of public access to the Site recreational areas, annual maintenance of the access points/paths to the beach are necessary. The Department has identified two access points (Access Points A and B) as described below. Locations of the access points are shown on Attachment A. 4.1 All Access Points ACCESS POINT A: This is a sand-based emergency vehicle access, equipment maintenance access, and pedestrian access point to the beach approximately 60’ x 10’ (Photo 3). 1/15/25 Photo 3. View looking south at Access Point A at Judan Way. 1/15/25 Beach Management Plan Horsley Witten Group, Inc. South Middle Beach/Judan Way, Yarmouth, MA Page 9 of 11 April 2025 ACCESS POINT B: This is a sand-based pedestrian access point to the beach approximately 125’ x 10’ (Photo 4). 4.2 Access Points for Annual Maintenance The following maintenance activities and equipment needs are anticipated for annual maintenance of Access Points A-G: • Maintenance Activities: o Remove windblown sand from the walkways and stairs and spread out on the beach. o Replace/ repair snow fencing (as needed). • Equipment Needs: o Rubber tracked or tired skid steer, excavator, and/or front-end loader with suitable attachments may be required to complete these maintenance activities, with utilization of best management practices and adherence to all required regulatory conditions. 5.0 PROTECTION OF SHOREBIRD NESTING HABITAT The Site provides important nesting habitat for shorebirds as mapped by the MA NHESP. The Town of Yarmouth participates in Mass Audubon’ s Coastal Waterbird Program to monitor, manage, and protect Piping Plover, Least Tern, and Common Tern nesting populations on Yarmouth’ s public beaches. The following best practices have been adopted for the Site: 1/15/25 Photo 4. View looking north at Access point B at South Middle Beach. 1/15/25 Beach Management Plan Horsley Witten Group, Inc. South Middle Beach/Judan Way, Yarmouth, MA Page 10 of 11 April 2025 1. All areas of suitable piping plover nesting habitat will be identified and delineated by a qualified Shorebird Monitor (Mass Audubon) with posts and warning signs or symbolic fencing on or before April 1st. Suitable nesting habitat for all species of terns should be identified and delineated on or before May 15th. Timing for the removal of the posts, warning signs, and symbolic fencing will be determined by Mass Audubon, at which point they will notify the Yarmouth Conservation Commission and DPW. Mass Audubon staff will perform the removal of posts, warning signs, and symbolic fencing upon approval from the Yarmouth Conservation Commission. 2. All initial (pre-season) beach maintenance (lifeguard chairs, boardwalk maintenance, etc.) will be done before April 1st. 3. Endangered species monitoring begins when the presence of listed species is noted and continues until the last chick has fledged, at such time Mass Audubon will notify the Town Conservation Commission and DPW that Shorebird Monitor ing is no longer needed for the current season. 4. Installation of permanent and/ or temporary symbolic fencing and signage are installed for the creation of refuge areas to protect incubating Piping Plovers or Least Terns and their eggs. The fencing is maintained if the eggs are viable. Once hatching begins, the symbolic fencing is modified to allow free movement of the chicks. If unfledged chicks move outside the delineated symbolic fencing, then the boundaries of the protected area can be adjusted. All symbolic fencing and signage installation, adjustments, and removal activities will be conducted by a qualified Shorebird Monitor from Mass Audubon. 5. Daily communications will occur between the Town and the qualified Shorebird Monitor (s) and before any maintenance activity occurs at Smugglers Beach. The operator of any machinery shall meet the qualified Shorebird Monitor (s) onsite and discuss the current location of protected shorebird adults and chicks and any updated information/procedures as needed to perform beach raking activities properly and safely for the protection of the species. No raking or seaweed removal shall occur unless a qualified Shorebird Monitor has located plovers and determined that the work can begin. 6. All equipment, vehicles (non-emergency), and beach rakes shall not travel within 100 yards of unfledged Piping Plover or Least Tern chicks, unless the qualified monitor is able to locate and track all unfledged chicks. 7. When unfledged chicks are on the beach, raking must be conducted with the guidance of a qualified Shorebird Monitor who has determined the location of unfledged chicks. If, due to imminent health or human safety concerns, mechanized cleaning must occur within 100 yards of unfledged chicks, vehicles must be guided by a qualified Shorebird Monitor who has first determined the locations of all unfledged chicks. 8. All use and staging of vehicles (for all non- emergency situations), including but not limited to distributing equipment to lifeguard stations and ADA mats, must avoid areas of symbolic fencing. Beach Management Plan Horsley Witten Group, Inc. South Middle Beach/Judan Way, Yarmouth, MA Page 11 of 11 April 2025 9. Trash within fenced areas occupied by beach-nesting birds should only be removed if it presents a hazard for birds or people. It must be removed by hand. Removal should be conducted by, or under the immediate supervision of, a qualified Shorebird Monitor who has first determined the locations of all nests and unfledged chicks. 10. The ADA mobi-mats will be installed by the Town on or around May 15th, with direct guidance and oversight from the qualified Shorebird Monitor . 11. The use of fireworks is prohibited on Smugglers Beach. 12. Dogs are not allowed on Smugglers Beach from April 1st through to Labor Day. 13. Kite flying is prohibited on Smugglers Beach between April 1st and August 31st each year. 6.0 REFERENCES Howes, B. et al. Massachusetts Estuaries Project. Linked Watershed-Embayment Model to Determine Critical Nitrogen Loading Thresholds for the Bass River Embayment System, Towns of Yarmouth and Dennis, Massachusetts, Final Report – April 2011. University of Massachusetts Dartmouth, School of Marine Science and Technology and Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection. Massachusetts Coastal Zone Management (CZM). Managing Seaweed Accumulations on Recreational Beaches, Guidance from the Massachusetts Office of Coastal Zone Management, May 2013. Massachusetts Endangered Species Act (MESA). Massachusetts Division of Fisheries and Wildlife. 1990. Accessed October 2024 via https://www.mass.gov/info-details/ma- endangered-species-act-mesa-overview. Massachusetts Office of Geographic and Environmental Information (MassGIS). Accessed March 2025 via http://www.mass.gov/mgis/. Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act. Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection. 2014. Accessed March 2025 via https://www.mass.gov/doc/310-cmr-1000-the- wetlands-protection-act/download. Weston and Sampson. Town of Yarmouth 2023 Open Space & Recreation Plan. July 2023, revised June 2024. Wood Hole Group, Inc. Yarmouth Climate Change Vulnerability Assessment and Adaptation Plan. July 2023. Yarmouth Conservation Commission. Access March 2025 via https://www.yarmouth.ma.us/325/Conservation.