Board of Health approves septic variances, continues pool fence hearing
Board of Health approved two septic system modifications allowing property improvements. Health Agent Meredith Ballinger reported that 4 Walker Road received unanimous approval for construction of a new three-bedroom dwelling on an existing septic system with no increase in flow.
Board of Health · Meeting of August 20, 2026
ORLEANS — Board of Health approved two septic system modifications allowing property improvements. Health Agent Meredith Ballinger reported that 4 Walker Road received unanimous approval for construction of a new three-bedroom dwelling on an existing septic system with no increase in flow. At 123 Tonset Road, the board unanimously approved variances for a one-bedroom accessory dwelling unit with septic system upgrades and mitigation measures.
The board continued to September 3 a pool fence variance request at 65 Towhee Lane after neighbor Patty Platten raised public safety concerns about attracting children and a disabled resident.
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Source: the Board of Health meeting of August 20, 2026, compiled from the official minutes.
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