Land Use & Zoning

NH's Natural Heritage Bureau tracks rare and endangered plants and wildlife, which can affect development projects by:

AAutomatically prohibiting all development near NH forests
BTriggering state permits or mitigation requirements if rare species or habitats are found on or near a development site✓ Correct
COnly affecting federal projects, not private development
DOnly requiring reporting with no development restrictions

Explanation

When rare species or critical habitats identified by the NH Natural Heritage Bureau are present, state environmental review may require project modifications, mitigation measures, or permits to avoid or minimize impacts.

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