Property Ownership

Vermont's 'water rights' for irrigation in agricultural areas are governed by:

AFederal water law only
BVermont's riparian rights doctrine and state water withdrawal permitting requirements for significant diversions✓ Correct
CThe Vermont Department of Agriculture exclusively
DFree market allocation without regulation

Explanation

Vermont follows riparian rights (reasonable use doctrine) for water access. Significant water withdrawals for irrigation or other purposes may require a state permit from ANR to ensure protection of water resources and other users.

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