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Title 38: WATERS AND NAVIGATION
Chapter 35: PROTECTION OF AGRICULTURAL SOILS FROM SOLAR ENERGY DEVELOPMENTS
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§3201. Definitions

As used in this chapter, unless the context otherwise indicates, the following terms have the following meanings.   [PL 2023, c. 448, §3 (NEW); PL 2023, c. 448, §5 (AFF).]
1.  High-value agricultural land.  "High-value agricultural land" means land that has a high value for agricultural use, as determined in accordance with rules adopted by the Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry, in consultation with the department and the Governor's Energy Office.  
[PL 2023, c. 448, §3 (NEW); PL 2023, c. 448, §5 (AFF).]
2.  Solar energy development.  "Solar energy development" means a development that:  
A. Uses ground-mounted solar arrays and installations to convert solar energy to electrical energy;   [PL 2023, c. 448, §3 (NEW); PL 2023, c. 448, §5 (AFF).]
B. Occupies 5 acres or more; and   [PL 2023, c. 448, §3 (NEW); PL 2023, c. 448, §5 (AFF).]
C. Is wholly or partially located on high-value agricultural land.   [PL 2023, c. 448, §3 (NEW); PL 2023, c. 448, §5 (AFF).]
[PL 2023, c. 448, §3 (NEW); PL 2023, c. 448, §5 (AFF).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 2023, c. 448, §3 (NEW). PL 2023, c. 448, §5 (AFF).
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