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Legislative Council briefs committee on Act 250: permit triggers, 10-by-5-by-5 rule, exemptions and process
Summary
Legislative Council staff told the Senate Natural Resources & Energy Committee that Act 250 (cited in testimony as '10 BSA chapter 151') requires permits for certain developments, outlined major jurisdictional triggers (e.g., elevation, acreage thresholds, 10-by-5-by-5 housing test), exemptions, and the district commission review and appeals process.
Legislative Council staff presented a primer on Act 250 to the Senate Natural Resources & Energy Committee, summarizing what actions trigger a permit, how the district process works and where applicants and municipalities can seek guidance.
The presenter stated that "Act 250 is the state land use and development law" and cited it in testimony as "10 BSA chapter 151." Staff walked the committee through common jurisdictional triggers: construction of improvements above 2,500 feet; commercial or industrial construction on more than 10 acres…
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