Land Use & Zoning
Under Maine's Site Location of Development Act (Site Law), a development permit is required for:
AAny residential renovation over $5,000
BDevelopments that significantly affect the environment, such as projects disturbing more than 20 acres or involving structures over 3 acres of floor space✓ Correct
CAll new home construction in Maine
DAny commercial building over 1,000 square feet
Explanation
Maine's Site Location of Development Act (Title 38 MRSA Chapter 3-A) requires state-level development permits for large projects, including those disturbing more than 20 acres of land or certain large structures, due to their significant potential environmental impact.
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