The URL can be used to link to this page

Home My WebLink AboutNHESP LetterJune 25, 2024 Paul Graves Town of Barnstable 382 Falmouth Road Hyannis, Massachusetts 02601 Barnstable Conservation Commission 200 Main Street Barnstable, MA 02601 RE: Applicant: Paul Graves, Town of Barnstable Project Location: Ocean Street Project Description: Construct sidewalks, shared use paths, raised crosswalk, drainage improvements, new driveway DEP Wetlands File No.: 003-6201 NHESP File No.: 24-18570 Heritage Hub Form ID: RC-86087 Dear Commissioners & Applicant: The Natural Heritage & Endangered Species Program of the Massachusetts Division of Fisheries & Wildlife (the “Division”) received a Notice of Intent with site plans (dated 3/8/24) in compliance with the rare wildlife species section of the Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act Regulations (310 CMR 10.37, 10.58(4)(b)). The Division also received the MESA Review Checklist and supporting documentation for review pursuant to the MA Endangered Species Act Regulations (321 CMR 10.18). WETLANDS PROTECTION ACT (WPA) Based on a review of the information that was provided and the information that is currently contained in our database, the Division has determined that this project, as currently proposed, will not adversely affect the actual Resource Area Habitat of state-protected rare wildlife species. Therefore, it is our opinion that this project meets the state-listed species performance standard for the issuance of an Order of Conditions. Please note that this determination addresses only the matter of rare wildlife habitat and does not pertain to other wildlife habitat issues that may be pertinent to the proposed project. MASSACHUSETTS ENDANGERED SPECIES ACT (MESA) Based on a review of the information that was provided and the information that is currently contained in our database, the Division has determined that this project, as currently proposed, will not result in a prohibited Take of state-listed rare species. This determination is a final decision of the Division of Fisheries and Wildlife pursuant to 321 CMR 10.18. Any changes to the proposed project or any additional work beyond that shown on the site NHESP No.Page 2 of 224-18570 June 25, 2024 Issued plans may require an additional filing with the Division pursuant to the MESA. This project may be subject to further review if no physical work is commenced within five years from the date of issuance of this determination, or if there is a change to the project. Please note that this determination addresses only the matter of state-listed species and their habitats. If you have any questions regarding this letter please contact Emily Holt, Endangered Species Review Assistant, at Emily.Holt@mass.gov, (508) 389-6385. Sincerely, Jesse Leddick Assistant Director cc: