29 chapters · 602 sections in this title.
RSA 483-A:1 Statement of Policy
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New Hampshire's lakes are one of its most important natural resources; vital to wildlife, fisheries, recreation, tourism, and the quality of life of its citizens. It is the policy of the state to insure the continued vitality of New Hampshire lakes as key biological, social, and …
RSA 483-A:2 Definitions
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In this chapter: I. "Commissioner" means the commissioner, department of environmental services. II. "Advisory committee" means the lakes management advisory committee established in RSA 483-A:6. III. "Lake" means the bodies of fresh water as defined in RSA 271:20. IV. "Valued ch…
RSA 483-A:3 Program Established; Intent
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There is established the New Hampshire lakes management and protection program within the department of environmental services. It is the intent of the legislature that the New Hampshire lakes management and protection program shall complement and reinforce existing state and fed…
RSA 483-A:4 Lakes Coordinator
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There is established in the office of the commissioner, department of environmental services, a state lakes coordinator, who shall be a classified employee qualified by reason of education and experience, and who shall administer the New Hampshire lakes management and protection …