Wicked Waves Cape Cod is preparing for a significant reconfiguration that will expand its footprint onto the former Salty’s restaurant property. During a formal design review on Tuesday, attorney Andrew Singer explained that the project seeks to realign the park’s existing amenities by moving inflatable water rides to the adjacent Salty's lot. This move clears the way for the installation of permanent water rides and a new mechanical building at the current inflatable site. Singer noted the project isn't increasing occupancy or changing parking; it's just realigning and improving the amenities for the popular Route 28 attraction.

The visual impact of the new structures drew scrutiny from the committee. Kieran Healey of the BSC Group described a plan to use a four-to-five-foot berm topped with a six-foot fence to shield the park from the roadway. Despite the 20-foot height of some ride peaks, Healey said, By the time you get 20 feet back to this, we expect very little to be visible from the street. Member Peter Slovak pressed for clarity on the sightlines, asking, Will we see 15 feet of this from the street above the berm?

Town Planner Kathy Williams raised concerns regarding the timing of the investment, noting that future plans to widen Route 28 involve a temporary taking of the land where the berm is situated. I'm just concerned you're going to put all this work and effort and money into it and then for some reason they need to push the whole berm and the plantings back, Williams said. Singer acknowledged the risk, stating the team would have to deal with that later if the road project moves forward. Member Peter Malpass also questioned the technical aspects of the new pools, noting the plans show structures extending 14 feet below the surface. Healey confirmed that the team will utilize dewatering and watertight construction to manage the high water table. Motion Made by P. Slovak to approve the design review comments for Wicked Waves. Motion Passed (3-0-0).

The committee also reviewed a proposal for a new 20-by-46-foot garage at 1383 Route 28 to support a growing vehicle inspection business. The applicant, Robbie, explained that the additional bay is necessary to accommodate dual rear wheel trucks and landscaper trucks that can't get inspections elsewhere. The second floor of the Cape Cod-style building will be used strictly for storage, with Robbie noting there is no plumbing or heating needed. During the discussion of site landscaping, applicant Eli added a personal note regarding the existing greenery, telling the committee, Don't get rid of my tomatoes. I want to keep them.

While Williams pointed out that the 62-foot building facade exceeds the standard 50-foot maximum, she suggested the garage doors effectively break up the massing. Peter Malpass spoke in favor of the aesthetic, stating, I liked the building a lot. Chair Dick Martin inquired about the potential for future residential use, but the applicants maintained the space is strictly for business growth. Motion Made by P. Slovak to approve the design review comments for the expansion at 1383 Route 28. Motion Passed (3-0-0).