Maine § 908. - Municipal actions on dam ownership
Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 908. — Municipal actions on dam ownership, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 908.. Municipal actions on dam ownership
The municipal legislative body, as defined in Title 30‑A, section 2001, of any municipality notified pursuant to section 901, subsection 2 must consider and act on the issue of dam ownership at a public meeting. The meeting must be held no later than 180 days after the municipal officers receive notice under section 901 and the department determines the petition is complete for processing. County commissioners notified under section 901 must also hold a public meeting to act on the issue of dam ownership not later than 180 days after receiving notification. [PL 2025, c. 226, §8 (AMD).]
Source: official Maine text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 908.
What does Maine Revised Statutes § 908. cover?
Section 908. ("Municipal actions on dam ownership") 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 § 908.?
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Is this the official text of Maine law?
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