TEMPORARY DEVELOPMENT MORATORIUM
As part of the DCPC implementation process, there is now a moratorium on certain development activities within the proposed DCPC areas
(see map). The moratorium is scheduled to be in effect until May 2018. The following is a list of uses/activities that are exempt from the moratorium:
Pursuant to Section 11 ( c) of the Cape Cod Commission Act, "the acceptance of a nomination for consideration for designation as a district of critical planning concern shall continue to suspend the power of a municipality to grant development permits for development within the nominated district." The Commission, in conjunction with the Eastham Board of Selectmen, has identified the following types or classes of proposed development which may proceed notwithstanding this nomination during consideration and designation and until Implementing Regulations are adopted pursuant to Section 11 ( d) & ( e) of the Act, provided however that such permits could have been issued in accordance with bylaws and regulations in effect in the town of Eastham at the time of the local permit application. The Commission certifies, by the acceptance of this nomination, that these types or classes of proposed development are not substantially detrimental to the protection of public health, safety, and welfare and do not contravene the purposes of the Cape Cod Commission Act and the DCPC nomination. Where a type or class of development is not included below, it may not proceed unless the district fails, until Implementing Regulations are adopted, or until it is exempt pursuant to Section 22 of the Act. The following uses/activities shall be allowed to continue in the Town of Eastham District during the moratorium:
If you have any questions or concerns regarding the proposed DCPC and how it may impact your property or a development proposal, please contact Paul Lagg, Eastham Town Planner at 508-240-5900 X3228/[email protected]
As part of the DCPC implementation process, there is now a moratorium on certain development activities within the proposed DCPC areas
(see map). The moratorium is scheduled to be in effect until May 2018. The following is a list of uses/activities that are exempt from the moratorium:
Pursuant to Section 11 ( c) of the Cape Cod Commission Act, "the acceptance of a nomination for consideration for designation as a district of critical planning concern shall continue to suspend the power of a municipality to grant development permits for development within the nominated district." The Commission, in conjunction with the Eastham Board of Selectmen, has identified the following types or classes of proposed development which may proceed notwithstanding this nomination during consideration and designation and until Implementing Regulations are adopted pursuant to Section 11 ( d) & ( e) of the Act, provided however that such permits could have been issued in accordance with bylaws and regulations in effect in the town of Eastham at the time of the local permit application. The Commission certifies, by the acceptance of this nomination, that these types or classes of proposed development are not substantially detrimental to the protection of public health, safety, and welfare and do not contravene the purposes of the Cape Cod Commission Act and the DCPC nomination. Where a type or class of development is not included below, it may not proceed unless the district fails, until Implementing Regulations are adopted, or until it is exempt pursuant to Section 22 of the Act. The following uses/activities shall be allowed to continue in the Town of Eastham District during the moratorium:
- New residential single-family development on residentially zoned parcels within the proposed district.
- Normal and customary repair or maintenance to a single-family house or any other residential use.
- Normal and customary repair or maintenance to duly permitted accessory structures-such as storage sheds, garages or accessory residential structures.
- Normal and customary repair, maintenance to non-residential structures and uses
- The change, alteration or expansion of use of any commercial, retail or mixed-use structure where such change, alteration or expansion is limited to the interior of the structure and will not increase or intensify the use of the structure and will not result in any change to the building footprint or any other exterior component that would require Site Plan Approval - Special Permit under Section XIII of the Eastham Zoning Bylaw.
- Normal and customary repair or maintenance to on-site septic systems. Such repairs or maintenance shall not increase the number of bedrooms or wastewater disposal capacity or result in an increase in impervious area.
- Normal and customary repair or maintenance to duly permitted signs.
- Installation of new signs provided they conform to the Eastham Sign Code.
- Any development or redevelopment activity where all necessary permits have been issued before August 31, 2017.
- Connections to public and/or private water supply systems.
- Municipal projects.
- Any development that constitutes emergency work as defined by Section 24 of the Cape Cod Commission Act. The proponent of any emergency work must notify the Commission immediately upon applying to a municipal agency or official for an application to conduct such emergency work. Emergency work shall be permitted and proceed only in accordance with the standards and procedures set forth in Section 24 of the Act and the Enabling Regulations Governing Review of Developments of Regional Impact.
If you have any questions or concerns regarding the proposed DCPC and how it may impact your property or a development proposal, please contact Paul Lagg, Eastham Town Planner at 508-240-5900 X3228/[email protected]