Medium PriorityZoningopen
Clear-cutting and buffer zones in new development
Summary
Legislators voiced frustration that developers clear-cut lots instead of keeping tree buffers along roads. The county can't require buffers on 239 reviews — that's town zoning — but will send letters and raise it at the Council of Governments.
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Last discussed Sep 3, 2026.
Impact analysis
✅Who benefits
Residents near new development who want visual screening and treed buffers.
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