Amherst Updating Earth Removal Permits

The Town of Amherst has drafted a much-needed application for future construction projects.

Planning director Sarah Marchant has developed an application form for future earth removal projects in Amherst. This is in response to a gravel removal operation coming in August.

She said that there have been similar removal operations, but they came before the establishment of a gravel ordinance. The ordinance was put into place without a form for applicants to fill out. (Read the ordinance here)

These permits need to be reviewed by the Board of Selectmen before approval or denial. A public hearing is also held with the applicant and all abutters within 500 feet of the proposed work.

Selectmen said at their last meeting that they would look to approve the new application at when they come together next week.