Beach Sand Question

[jonr]

Originally Posted by RLW

I'm trying to find the rule that is written pertaining to this, but the last time that I wanted to add sand to the beach I had to jump through hoops to do it. At that time it was a max of 6 yards and then it could only be done every 3 years at a cost of $50 for each permit which one had to supply a topography map of your area, certified notification to both next door lot owners and a picture of the area that it was going to be put into. I have a copy of all the paperwork some place and when I locate it I will post the areas that I'm incorrect if any.

The regulations are at http://des.nh.gov/organization/commi...ules/index.htm ... as someone said they are very complicated.

Env-Wt 506.01 says "The following projects shall qualify for the permit by notification process ... (9) The replenishment of an existing beach that meets the criteria in Env-Wt 303.04(aa)"

Env-Wt 303.04(aa) says: "Replenishment of sand on an existing beach, provided:
(1) No sand shall be placed below the high water line or full pond elevation;
(2) No work shall be conducted in or adjacent to prime wetland;
(3) No more than 10 cubic yards of sand shall be used; and
(4) The beach replenishment shall not exceed the limit of one replenishment in any 6 year period;"

Be careful to chase down the definitions of the worlds used in case they are defined Env-Wt 101 or any relevant statutes (RSAs) (e.g. RSA 482-A:15 for "prime wetlands.") because they might not mean what you would think.

Env-Wt 506.02 and 506.03 describe procedures for permit by notification, which involve notifying the town (who sends a copy to DES) and what procedures to follow after the completion of the project.