Maine § 480-GG. - High and moderate value inland waterfowl and wading bird habitat and excavations and quarries authorized pursuant to article 6, 7 or 8-A
Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 480-GG. — High and moderate value inland waterfowl and wading bird habitat and excavations and quarries authorized pursuant to article 6, 7 or 8-A, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 480-GG.. High and moderate value inland waterfowl and wading bird habitat and excavations and quarries authorized pursuant to article 6, 7 or 8-A
1. Excavation authorized before June 8, 2006. Unless a permit is required due to the presence of a protected natural resource other than a high and moderate value inland waterfowl and wading bird habitat, an excavation or quarry that was authorized pursuant to article 6, 7 or 8‑A before June 8, 2006 is not required to obtain a permit pursuant to this article for excavation within the upland portion of a high and moderate value inland waterfowl and wading bird habitat.
If a permit is required pursuant to this article due to the presence of a protected natural resource other than a high and moderate value inland waterfowl and wading bird habitat, an excavation or quarry that was authorized pursuant to article 6, 7 or 8‑A before June 8, 2006 is not required to meet standards associated solely with the upland portion of a high and moderate value inland waterfowl and wading bird habitat.
2. Permits not authorized. The department may not issue a permit pursuant to this article for an excavation or quarry authorized pursuant to article 6, 7 or 8‑A and located in, on or over the wetland portion of a high and moderate value inland waterfowl and wading bird habitat.
The department may not issue a permit pursuant to this article for an excavation or quarry requiring authorization pursuant to article 6, 7 or 8‑A after June 8, 2006 and located in the upland portion of a high and moderate value waterfowl and wading bird habitat.
Source: official Maine text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 480-GG.
What does Maine Revised Statutes § 480-GG. cover?
Section 480-GG. ("High and moderate value inland waterfowl and wading bird habitat and excavations and quarries authorized pursuant to article 6, 7 or 8-A") is part of the Maine Revised Statutes, the codified statutory law of Maine. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Maine § 480-GG.?
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Is this the official text of Maine law?
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How does Maine § 480-GG. apply to my situation?
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