Developers present conceptual two‑lot subdivision at Fivewich Lane; commission asks for wetlands details

Counsel for the applicants presented a preliminary concept for S26‑661, a two‑lot subdivision at 5 Which Lane. Liz Sutchi told the Norwalk Conservation Commission the parcel is about 35,600 square feet and includes a brook and adjacent wetlands; the current application would create two lots (the existing house would remain on one) and future development of any new lot would return for detailed wetland and site review.

Commissioners asked whether the wetland delineation is up to date (the plan on file dated to 2021), requested exact measurements showing setbacks and flood lines, and urged the applicant to analyze alternatives that avoid crossing the brook. Counsel acknowledged staff’s preliminary memo and said supplemental documents — including flood lines and measured setbacks — would be provided to address those questions.

The commission did not vote on the subdivision at this meeting; staff reiterated that a subdivision approval creates lot lines and that site development requires separate review.

Quote: Liz Sutchi told the commission the proposal is “strictly to create 2 lots” and that if subdivision approval is granted, a full development application would later return to the commission for wetlands analysis.

Next steps: applicants will provide supplemental, dimensioned materials addressing grading, setbacks, wetland flagging and alternatives before the commission’s next review.