Vermont § 816 - Access roads
Full text of Vermont Vermont Statutes Online § 816 — Access roads, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 816. Access roads
- ; State aid; application When after hearing on a petition or on their own motion, the selectboard finds that
the convenience of the inhabitants and the public good require that a highway be laid
out or altered to provide access to a recreational, industrial, or community service
area and that the estimated costs of taking land for constructing the highway exceed
the amount available to the town for highway construction for the preceding two years,
the selectboard may apply in writing to the Board for additional money to construct
the highway. A “community service” area is one having an institution or facility
for providing legally authorized educational, social, or welfare services to the public
such as schools, hospitals, medical centers, or nursing homes. (Added 1985, No. 269 (Adj. Sess.), § 1.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Vermont § 816
What does Vermont Statutes Online § 816 cover?
Section 816 ("Access roads") is part of the Vermont Statutes Online, the codified statutory law of Vermont. 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 Vermont § 816?
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Is this the official text of Vermont law?
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How does Vermont § 816 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Vermont can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
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