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Committee considers clarifying 'farm structure' rules and permitting for accessory on-farm events
Summary
Members discussed drafting language to clarify what constitutes a farm structure for municipal regulation and options to allow limited, permit-based accessory recreational or educational events on farms without triggering larger land-use permitting requirements.
The committee discussed draft language to clarify when buildings and activities are considered "farm structures" or accessory on-farm businesses for municipal regulation. Senators said disputes are arising where municipalities view a venue or activity as commercial development while farmers consider the same structures and…
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