I seem to recall that when the Highlands bill became law, there was a lot of discussion by the PB on whether the PB meetings should be suspended until CC successfully obtained Highlands approval. It never developed into much of an issue because the CC application was somehow put on the fast track and their exemption was quickly granted. Now that CC has completely revamped its plans and needs to reapply for an exemption or approval, has any consideration been given to suspending the PB meetings until it is determined whether or not they will be successful? Between that uncertainty and the uncertainty of whether the property will be sold to another party, does it make sense to continue to devote the town's time and resources on this matter?
It is not so clear to me that they have to re-apply. If they have made changes and choose not to tell the DEP about them, then they are in good shape. Remember, only the applicant can report changes; not third parties.
Not entirely true. The applicant is responsible for reporting changes in the plans and the DEP has moved forward to put a very aggressive system of fines in place for those who dont, however, they will accept notification of changes from anyone who tells them. In this case they are waiting for the courts to hear RT's formal suit regarding the exemption before doing anything. Personally I think its just so they may not have to play the heavy and they can let the courts rule against CC first then they have an excuse to follow orders. Otherwise, all indications are that they will pull the exemption if they have to on their own. Once pulled, then CC would have to reapply, and it would be unlikely after all this bad press, that they would get another one.
I certainly hope that you are correct, but the rules and regulations that I have read had not provided for third party involvement in the process. I am aware of the fines, but I could never figure out how they would be applied if the applicant would have to report themselves based on the original legislation.
