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Lyme Conservation Commission opposes HB1691, urges study of 'current use' law
Summary
The LCC voted Feb. 9 to support study of New Hampshire's current-use law but to oppose HB1691; the motion passed with all voting 'yes' except one abstention.
The Lyme Conservation Commission discussed New Hampshire House bill HB1691, which would alter local control over current-use designations. Chair Blake Allison reported concerns that, while the current-use statute may warrant study to remove abuses, HB1691 as drafted appears ill-conceived and lacking sufficient input on impacts such as native-plant prescriptions and rural wildlife consequences.
Matt Stevens proposed, and Ann Flood seconded, a motion stating that the LCC supports study of current-use law reform in principle but does not support HB1691. The motion passed on a roll-call vote with all voting 'yay' except for one abstention.
Commissioners characterized HB1691 as insufficiently developed and stressed the need for a more thorough study of current-use reform that accounts for impacts on both large and small towns and on wildlife. The LCC did not record a specific follow-up assignment beyond the motion; the position will be part of the commission’s record.
The discussion and motion were recorded as part of Other Business during the Feb. 9 meeting.
