Vermont § 913 - Prohibition
Full text of Vermont Vermont Statutes Online § 913 — Prohibition, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 913. Prohibition
- (a) Except for allowed uses adopted by the Department by rule, no person shall conduct
or allow to be conducted an activity in a significant wetland or buffer zone of a
significant wetland except in compliance with a permit, conditional use determination,
or order issued by the Secretary. (b) A permit shall not be required under this section for: (1) any activity that occurred before the effective date of this section unless the activity
occurred within: (A) an area identified as a wetland on the Vermont significant wetlands inventory maps; (B) a wetland that was contiguous to an area identified as a wetland on the Vermont significant
wetlands inventory maps; (C) the buffer zone of a wetland referred to in subdivision (A) or (B) of this subdivision
(1); (2) any construction within a wetland that is identified on the Vermont significant wetlands
inventory maps or within the buffer zone of such a wetland, provided that the construction
was completed prior to February 23, 1992, and no action for which a permit is required
under the rules of the Department was taken or caused to be taken on or after February
23, 1992. (Added 2009, No. 31, § 5; amended 2011, No. 138 (Adj. Sess.), § 27, eff. May 14, 2012.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Vermont § 913
What does Vermont Statutes Online § 913 cover?
Section 913 ("Prohibition") 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 § 913?
A common citation format is "Vermont Statutes Online § 913" (Vermont). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Vermont law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Vermont official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Vermont attorney.
How does Vermont § 913 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.
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