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Bill would let planning boards request discretionary water studies for private‑well subdivisions
Summary
HB 11‑20 would enable local planning boards to request discretionary water‑supply studies for subdivisions of four or more private‑well units; proponents said the measure protects neighbors’ wells and prevents development that would overwhelm local groundwater, while opponents asked for clearer guardrails and cost definitions.
Representative Kat McGee introduced HB 11‑20 to add enabling language to subdivision statutes so local planning boards may, at their discretion, request water‑supply studies (hydrogeologic assessments and pump tests) for proposed subdivisions of four or more units relying on private wells. The bill explicitly exempts community water systems and large groundwater withdrawals from the requirement.
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