Land Use & Zoning
Vermont's 'forest-based economy' consideration in land use planning recognizes that:
AAll forestland must be publicly owned
BWorking forests and forest-based industries are important to Vermont's economy and should be supported through land use policies✓ Correct
CForests may only be used for recreation, not timber harvesting
DForest land is automatically exempt from Act 250
Explanation
Vermont's land use planning recognizes the importance of working forests and forest-based industries (timber, maple syrup, recreation) to the state's economy and rural character, supporting policies that keep forests working.
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