Acushnet panel issues Certificate of Compliance despite concerns over vegetative cover

Attorney Jim Marsh appeared for Shane and Courtney Tracy and asked the commission to issue a Certificate of Compliance for work completed at 185 Mount Pleasant Road, saying the work was performed "in substantial compliance with the approved plan set." Commission members who inspected the site said grading and riprap work generally met expectations but several noted that vegetative cover on slopes was not yet at the commission’s 70% standard (estimates ranged from about 40–50%).

Marsh said biodegradable matting is in place and is successfully stabilizing slopes while grass establishes. Commissioners debated whether to delay issuance until vegetation reached the standard or to issue the certificate given the erosion controls and the imminent closing of the house sale. One commissioner said, "I personally wouldn't approve it as is," citing the vegetative shortfall; others said the work otherwise appeared satisfactory and were confident plant growth would follow.

After discussion the commission voted to issue the Certificate of Compliance as presented.

What happens next: The Commission will monitor site stabilization through regular channels; the certificate is issued but staff will follow up if vegetative standards are not met.