Land Use & Zoning
A NH municipality's 'scenic road' designation under RSA 231:157-158 means that:
AThe road becomes a tourist attraction with admission fees
BRemoval of trees or stone walls adjacent to the road requires a public hearing and planning board approval✓ Correct
CNo development can occur within 1 mile of the road
DThe road is closed to commercial vehicles
Explanation
NH RSA 231:157-158 allows municipalities to designate roads as scenic. Once designated, the removal of trees, stone walls, or other natural features adjacent to a scenic road requires a public hearing and planning board approval, protecting the historic and aesthetic character of these rural roads.
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