§ 541-A:39 — Notice to Municipalities

I. In addition to any other requirements imposed by this chapter, each agency shall give notice to and afford all affected municipalities reasonable opportunity to submit data, views, or comments with respect to the issuance of a permit, license, or any action within its boundaries that directly affects the municipality. Such actions shall include those which may have an effect on land use, land development, or transportation; those which would result in the operation of a business; or those which would have an immediate fiscal impact on the municipality or require the provision of additional municipal services.
II. Each agency shall give notice by first class mail to the town or city clerk.
III. In the event of emergency circumstances which require prompt attention, prior notice or opportunity to comment shall not be required. However, notice contemporaneous with the action shall be required.
IV. This section shall not apply to the issuance of professional or occupational licenses unless such issuance also results in actions meeting the criteria set forth in paragraph I. This section shall not apply to reissuance or renewal of licenses or permits issued prior to August 23, 1985.

Legislative History

1994, 412:1, eff. Aug. 9, 1994.