Land Use & Zoning
In Maine, a property in a rural area with no zoning is subject to:
ANo land use restrictions whatsoever
BState environmental laws, private deed restrictions, and shoreland zoning if applicable✓ Correct
COnly federal regulations
DOnly deed restrictions recorded at the county level
Explanation
Even without municipal zoning, Maine properties remain subject to state environmental laws (NRPA, shoreland zoning if near water), private deed restrictions, and other applicable regulations.
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