Section 096-335-5 - Submission requirementsThe applicant shall submit evidence that affirmatively demonstrates that the activity will meet the standards of the NRPA and this chapter including, but not limited to, the information listed below. Because of the site-specific nature of activities and potential impacts to significant wildlife habitat, the department may, on a case-by-case basis, require more or less information than specified in this section in order to determine whether the standards will be met. Failure to provide any requested information necessary for the processing of the application may result in the application not being accepted as complete for processing or denial of the application.
A.Description of avoidance measures. A narrative describing whether a practicable alternative to the alteration exists that would be less damaging to the environment and what alternatives were considered during project design. The narrative must address why the activity cannot avoid or lessen impacts to the significant wildlife habitat by utilizing, managing or expanding one or more other sites; reducing the size, scope, configuration or density of the proposed activity; developing alternative project designs; or by some other means. B.Site description and impacts. A narrative addressing the following. (1) Description of activity. A narrative including the following: (a) The dimensions of the activity, the activity site, and the area of the significant wildlife habitat to be altered; (b) The impacts of the activity on subject wildlife and protected natural resources; and (c) The nature and timing of procedures intended to reduce the impacts of the activity on subject wildlife and protected natural resources. (2) Location map. A map showing the location of the proposed activity site in relation to major roads and landmarks. (3) Drawings (Sketch plan). Scale drawings (overhead and side views) showing dimensions of the activity, the activity site, and the area of the significant wildlife habitat to be altered. (4) Description of site characteristics. A description of existing significant wildlife habitat characteristics. (5) Photographs. Photographs of the activity area, showing its characteristics. (6) Description of activity construction. A description of how the activity will be constructed with information on how the activity site will be accessed, and any erosion control measures proposed. 06- 096 C.M.R. ch. 335, § 5