Environmental
In Maine, the 'significant wildlife habitat' designation under NRPA can affect development by:
AProhibiting any human activity near the habitat
BRequiring a permit and mitigation for activities that would substantially harm the habitat✓ Correct
CAutomatically doubling the property's assessed value
DTriggering federal wildlife refuge designation
Explanation
When land contains significant wildlife habitat (deer wintering areas, shorebird nesting areas, wading bird feeding areas, etc.) as defined under NRPA, activities that would substantially harm that habitat require a state permit from the Maine DEP.
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