Stonington Wetlands Unit Approves 37-Lot Perkins Farm Project

MYSTIC — The Stonington Inland Wetlands Commission has approved a permit that developer David Lattizori needs to build a 37-lot subdivision on the Perkins Farm property off Jerry Browne Road, The Day reported Sept. 8, 2010.

An article by Joe Wojtas continued:

Lattizori’s attorney, Ted Ladwig, said Tuesday [Sept. 7] that he now expects his client to file an application with the Planning and Zoning Commission within the next two to three weeks. The commission will likely hold a public hearing this fall.

The wetlands permit allows Lattizori to construct drainage basins and do grading work within the 100-foot review area that surrounds the wetlands on the property and to discharge stormwater into the wetlands. No work would take place in the wetlands.

Lattizori has made several unsuccessful attempts to develop a combination commercial and residential project on the 70-acre site, including projects with a shopping village and hotel. Those proposals have faced stiff opposition from residents, many of whom live in the Stone Ridge retirement community across the street. The current zoning of the land allows construction of homes.

Environmental Impact | September 9, 2010