The State of Vermont has a long history of acquiring properties for conservation and recreation purposes. Since the first official state forest (L.R. Jones State Forest) was acquired in 1909, the State has acquired over 345,000 acres of land in more than 200 towns across the state. In addition, the Agency has recently acquired conservation easements on over 44,000 acres of privately-owned forest land. These diverse holdings are managed by the Agency of Natural Resources and include state parks, state forests, wildlife management areas, and fishing access areas, pond sites, streambanks, fish culture stations, dams, and other miscellaneous properties.

Vermont GIS Parcel Data (dataset name = CadastralParcels_VTPARCELS) is published as of a set of three data layers. It includes standardized statewide parcel data--with joined Grand List data--for Vermont municipalities; an intermediary intersection table and data layer are used to facilitate the join. Data is compiled from multiple sources by Vermont Center for Geographic Information. [Information on Statewide Property Parcel Mapping Program] [Full metadata, including field descriptions]Published Layers:Statewide Standardized Parcel Data - parcel polygons:(feature class name = Cadastral_VTPARCELS_poly_standardized_parcels)Active parcels (including unlanded buildings)--with joined Grand List data, public right-of-ways, trail right-of-ways (for trails identified on the VTrans General Highway Maps, AKA Town Highway Maps), and surface water areas that serve as property boundaries.This layer is a product of joining Grand List data to active parcels. It is a value-added layer with a schema that is based on Vermont GIS Parcel Data Standard 2.3 and the Grand List schema.For scenarios where a one-to-many relationship exists between land and Grand List records--e.g., land with unlanded buildings, this layer includes an individual polygon for each related Grand List record; such scenarios create a stacked-polygon effect. For example, when an identify tool is applied to a location that has fifteen mobile homes on a land parcel, sixteen identical polygons can be returned--one for the land-surface Grand List record and fifteen for each of the mobile-home Grand List records.Statewide Standardized Parcel Data - inactive parcel polygons:(feature class name = Cadastral_VTPARCELS_poly_standardized_inactive)Inactive parcels and their related active parcels. Schema is based on Vermont GIS Parcel Data Standard 2.3.Statewide Standardized Parcel Data - Data Status polygons:(feature class name = Cadastral_VTPARCELS_poly_DataStatus)Status of parcel data by municipality.Intermediary Intersection Table and Data Layer:TABLE_VTPARCELS_intersection:An intersection table that relates records of the Grand List which have active SPAN numbers to records in the Cadastral_VTPARCELS_poly_standardized_parcels feature class which represent parcel features (PROPTYPE = ‘PARCEL’). Supports bi-directional matching/reconciliation between the Grand List and the parcels feature class.Schema is based on Vermont GIS Parcel Data Standard 2.3.Cadastral_VTPARCELS_poly_standardized_NONJOINED_parcels:Geometry and GIS-attribute base of Cadastral_VTPARCELS_poly_standardized_parcels, without Grand-List join. Schema is based on Vermont GIS Parcel Data Standard 2.3.Update Frequency and Time Period of Content:Vermont GIS Parcel Data is generally updated weekly. The time period of its content varies by municipality.

The purpose of the�Natural Resources Atlas�is to provide geographic information about environmental features and sites that the Vermont Agency of Natural Resources manages, monitors, permits, or regulates. In addition to standard map navigation tools, this site allows you to link from sites to documents where available, generate reports, export search results, import data, search, measure, mark-up, query map features, and print PDF maps.

• standardized parcel-data (where available), most of which is provided via the Statewide Property Parcel Mapping Program.
• non-standardized parcel-data where standardized parcel-data is not yet available.

This parcels dataset is a spatial representation of tax lots for Union County, New Jersey that have been extracted from the NJ statewide parcels composite by the NJ Office of Information Technology, Office of GIS (NJOGIS). Parcels at county boundaries have been modified to correspond with the NJ county boundaries and the parcels in adjacent counties.Each parcel contains a field named PAMS_PIN based on a concatenation of the county/municipality code, block number, lot number and qualification code. Using the PAMS_PIN, the dataset can be joined to the MOD-IV database table that contains supplementary attribute information regarding lot ownership and characteristics. Due to irregularities in the data development process, duplicate PAMS_PIN values exist in the parcel records. Users should avoid joining MOD-IV database table records to all parcel records with duplicate PAMS_PINs because of uncertainty regarding whether the MOD-IV records will join to the correct parcel records. There are also parcel records with unique PAMS_PIN values for which there are no corresponding records in the MOD-IV database tables. This is mostly due to the way data are organized in the MOD-IV database.The polygons delineated in the dataset do not represent legal boundaries and should not be used to provide a legal determination of land ownership. Parcels are not survey data and should not be used as such.The MOD-IV system provides for uniform preparation, maintenance, presentation and storage of property tax information required by the Constitution of the State of New Jersey, New Jersey Statutes and rules promulgated by the Director of the Division of Taxation. MOD-IV maintains and updates all assessment records and produces all statutorily required tax lists for property tax bills. This list accounts for all parcels of real property as delineated and identified on each municipality's official tax map, as well as taxable values and descriptive data for each parcel. Tax List records were received as raw data from the Taxation Team of NJOIT which collected source information from municipal tax assessors and created the statewide table. This table was subsequently processed for ease of use with NJ tax parcel spatial data and split into an individual table for each county.***NOTE*** For users who incorporate NJOGIS services into web maps and/or web applications, please sign up for the NJ Geospatial Forum discussion listserv for early notification of service changes. Visit https://nj.gov/njgf/about/listserv/ for more information.

(Link to Metadata) CadastralParcels_VTPARCELS includes standardized parcel data--with joined Grand List data--for Vermont municipalities. For information on the Statewide Property Parcel Mapping Program, go to https://vcgi.vermont.gov/data-and-programs/parcel-program.

This web service includes standardized parcel data for Vermont municipalities. Information on the Statewide Property Parcel Mapping Program.Service Layers:Cadastral_VTPARCELS_poly: Parcels, with joined Grand List data.Cadastral_VTPARCELS_poly_inactive: Inactive Parcels.

Feature layer of locations corresponding to surveys that are produced by Vermont licensed land surveyors and submitted—as .pdf copies—to the Vermont Land Survey Library.Locations are attributed with information such as name of surveyor, date of survey, survey type (e.g., subdivision), and municipality. When the feature layer is opened in ArcGIS Online, the .pdf copies (as feature attachments) can be viewed/downloaded.Effective January 1, 2020 and as stated in27 V.S.A. § 341, surveys are required for property line changes in Vermont. Licensed land surveyors who produce the surveys are to submit a digital copy of them to the library in.pdf format (see27 V.S.A. §1401 and 27 V.S.A. §1403).The copies of surveys are for public reference only, with the originals that most often reside with the Municipality remaining the official documents. The purpose of the land survey library is to improve knowledge of who owns what lands where throughout Vermont.For more information about land surveying in Vermont, see theVermont Society of Land Surveyors (VSLS) and the Vermont Survey Law Manual (PDF).

(Link to Metadata) Large ownerships were identified and verified through a variety of sources.

The landscape Change Program is an archive of paired historic and recent photos of Vermont landscapes. The program is funded by the National Science Foundation to digitally document how the Vermont landscape has changed over time.

The landscape of Vermont has changed considerably since it first emerged from the ocean during the collision of huge tectonic plates. For a time, geologically speaking, sediments that became Vermont had been in a warm tropical sea at the equator. Slowly they had moved north. Mountains were born and began to erode. Massive glaciers more than a kilometer thick blanketed Vermont. Soon after the glaciers left, Native Americans inhabited the area. Colonial settlers moved in, clearing the land and leaving just a quarter of the total area forested, making way for agriculture, then sheep, then dairy. Hundreds of hill farms sprang up and many were later abandoned as western soils called. Now the Vermont landscape is mostly forested and yet increasingly developed. The face of Vermont has changed dramatically over time. The shared appreciation and acknowledgement of this rich landscape history is the goal of this project.

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This TNC Lands spatial dataset represents the lands and waters in which The Nature Conservancy (TNC) currently has, or historically had, an interest, legal or otherwise in Vermont. The system of record for TNC Lands is the Legal Records Management (LRM) system, which is TNC’s database for all TNC land transactions.TNC properties should not be considered open to the public unless specifically designated as being so. TNC may change the access status at any time at its sole discretion. It's recommended to visit preserve-specific websites or contact the organization operating the preserve before any planned visit for the latest conditions, notices, and closures. TNC prohibits redistribution or display of the data in maps or online in any way that misleadingly implies such lands are universally open to the public.The types of current land interests represented in the TNC Lands data include: Fields and Attributes included in the public dataset:Field NameField DefinitionAttributesAttribute Definitions Public NameThe name of the tract that The Nature Conservancy (TNC) Business Unit (BU) uses for public audiences.Public name of tract if applicableN/A TNC Primary InterestThe primary interest held by The Nature Conservancy (TNC) on the tractFee OwnershipProperties where TNC currently holds fee-title or exclusive rights and control over real estate. Fee Ownership can include TNC Nature Preserves, managed areas, and properties that are held for future transfer. Conservation EasementProperties on which TNC holds a conservation easement, which is a legally binding agreement restricting the use of real property for conservation purposes (e.g., no development). The easement may additionally provide the holder (TNC) with affirmative rights, such as the rights to monitor species or to manage the land. It may run forever or for an expressed term of years. Deed RestrictionProperties where TNC holds a deed restriction, which is a provision placed in a deed restricting or limiting the use of the property in some manner (e.g., if a property goes up for sale, TNC gets the first option). TransferProperties where TNC historically had a legal interest (fee or easement), then subsequently transferred the interest to a conservation partner. AssistProperties where TNC assisted another agency/entity in protecting. Management Lease or AgreementAn agreement between two parties whereby one party allows the other to use their property for a certain period of time in exchange for a periodic fee. Grazing Lease or PermitA grazing lease or permit held by The Nature Conservancy Right of WayAn access easement or agreement held by The Nature Conservancy. OtherAnother real estate interest or legal agreement held by The Nature Conservancy Fee OwnerThe name of the organization serving as fee owner of the tract, or "Private Land Owner" if the owner is a private party. If The Nature Conservancy (TNC) primary interest is a "Transfer" or "Assist", then this is the fee owner at the time of the transaction.Fee Owner NameN/A Fee Org TypeThe type of organization(s) that hold(s) fee ownership. Chosen from a list of accepted values.Organization Types for Fee OwnershipFED:Federal, TRIB:American Indian Lands, STAT:State,DIST:Regional Agency Special District, LOC:Local Government, NGO:Non-Governmental Organization, PVT:Private, JNT:Joint, UNK:Unknown, TERR:Territorial, DESG:Designation Other Interest HolderThe name of the organization(s) that hold(s) a different interest in the tract, besides fee ownership or TNC Primary Interest. This may include TNC if the Other Interest is held or co-held by TNC. Multiple interest holders should be separated by a semicolon (;).Other Interest Holder NameN/A Other Interest Org TypeThe type of organization(s) that hold(s) a different interest in the tract, besides fee ownership. This may include TNC if the Other Interest is held or co-held by TNC. Chosen from a list of accepted values.Organization Types for interest holders:FED:Federal, TRIB:American Indian Lands, STAT:State,DIST:Regional Agency Special District, LOC:Local Government, NGO:Non-Governmental Organization, PVT:Private, JNT:Joint, UNK:Unknown, TERR:Territorial, DESG:Designation Other Interest TypeThe other interest type held on the tract. Chosen from a list of accepted values.​Access Right of Way; Conservation Easement; Co-held Conservation Easement; Deed Restriction; Co-held Deed Restriction; Fee Ownership; Co-held Fee Ownership; Grazing Lease or Permit; Life Estate; Management Lease or Agreement; Timber Lease or Agreement; OtherN/A Preserve NameThe name of The Nature Conservancy (TNC) preserve that the tract is a part of, this may be the same name as the as the "Public Name" for the tract.Preserve Name if applicableN/APublic AccessThe level of public access allowed on the tract.Open AccessAccess is encouraged on the tract, trails are maintained, signage is abundant, and parking is available. The tract may include regular hours of availability.Open with Limited AccessThere are no special requirements for public access to the tract, the tract may include regular hours of availability with limited amenities.Restricted AccessThe tract requires a special permit from the owner for access, a registration permit on public land, or has highly variable times or conditions to use.Closed AccessNo public access is allowed on the tract.UnknownAccess information for the tract is not currently available.Gap CategoryThe Gap Analysis Project (GAP) code for the tract. Gap Analysis is the science of determining how well we are protecting common plants and animals. Developing the data and tools to support that science is the mission of the Gap Analysis Project (GAP) at the US Geological Survey. See their website for more information, linked in the field name.1 - Permanent Protection for BiodiversityPermanent Protection for Biodiversity2 - Permanent Protection to Maintain a Primarily Natural StatePermanent Protection to Maintain a Primarily Natural State3 - Permanently Secured for Multiple Uses and in natural coverPermanently Secured for Multiple Uses and in natural cover39 - Permanently Secured and in agriculture or maintained grass coverPermanently Secured and in agriculture or maintained grass cover4 - UnsecuredUnsecured (temporary easements lands and/or municipal lands that are already developed (schools, golf course, soccer fields, ball fields)9 - UnknownUnknownProtected AcresThe planar area of the tract polygon in acres, calculated by the TNC Lands geographic information system (GIS).Total geodesic area of polygon in acresProjection: WGS 1984 Web Mercator Auxiliary SphereOriginal Protection DateThe original protection date for the tract, from the Land Resource Management (LRM) system record.Original protection dateN/AStateThe state within the United States of America or the Canadian province where the tract is located.Chosen from a list of state names.N/ACountryThe name of the country where the tract is located.Chosen from a list of countries.N/ADivisionThe name of the TNC North America Region Division where the tract is located. Chosen from a list of TNC North America DivisionsN/A

This community revitalization program helps maintain or evolve small to medium-sized historic centers with existing civic and commercial buildings. The designation supports the historic center and targets training and financial incentives to bring additional public and private investment to spark village revitalization. If available, the data is submitted by the Regional Planning Commissions as Shapefiles otherwise the approved map is scanned and digitized or parcel boundaries are used to build the boundary. Learn more about the Vermont Designation Programs.

The USGS Protected Areas Database of the United States (PAD-US) is the nation's inventory of protected areas, including public open space and voluntarily provided, private protected areas, identified as an A-16 National Geospatial Data Asset in the Cadastral Theme (http://www.fgdc.gov/ngda-reports/NGDA_Datasets.html). PAD-US is an ongoing project with several published versions of a spatial database of areas dedicated to the preservation of biological diversity, and other natural, recreational or cultural uses, managed for these purposes through legal or other effective means. The geodatabase maps and describes public open space and other protected areas. Most areas are public lands owned in fee; however, long-term easements, leases, and agreements or administrative designations documented in agency management plans may be included. The PAD-US database strives to be a complete “best available” inventory of protected areas (lands and waters) including data provided by managing agencies and organizations. The dataset is built in collaboration with several partners and data providers (http://gapanalysis.usgs.gov/padus/stewards/). See Supplemental Information Section of this metadata record for more information on partnerships and links to major partner organizations. As this dataset is a compilation of many data sets; data completeness, accuracy, and scale may vary. Federal and state data are generally complete, while local government and private protected area coverage is about 50% complete, and depends on data management capacity in the state. For completeness estimates by state: http://www.protectedlands.net/partners. As the federal and state data are reasonably complete; focus is shifting to completing the inventory of local gov and voluntarily provided, private protected areas. The PAD-US geodatabase contains over twenty-five attributes and four feature classes to support data management, queries, web mapping services and analyses: Marine Protected Areas (MPA), Fee, Easements and Combined. The data contained in the MPA Feature class are provided directly by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Marine Protected Areas Center (MPA, http://marineprotectedareas.noaa.gov ) tracking the National Marine Protected Areas System. The Easements feature class contains data provided directly from the National Conservation Easement Database (NCED, http://conservationeasement.us ) The MPA and Easement feature classes contain some attributes unique to the sole source databases tracking them (e.g. Easement Holder Name from NCED, Protection Level from NOAA MPA Inventory). The "Combined" feature class integrates all fee, easement and MPA features as the best available national inventory of protected areas in the standard PAD-US framework. In addition to geographic boundaries, PAD-US describes the protection mechanism category (e.g. fee, easement, designation, other), owner and managing agency, designation type, unit name, area, public access and state name in a suite of standardized fields. An informative set of references (i.e. Aggregator Source, GIS Source, GIS Source Date) and "local" or source data fields provide a transparent link between standardized PAD-US fields and information from authoritative data sources. The areas in PAD-US are also assigned conservation measures that assess management intent to permanently protect biological diversity: the nationally relevant "GAP Status Code" and global "IUCN Category" standard. A wealth of attributes facilitates a wide variety of data analyses and creates a context for data to be used at local, regional, state, national and international scales. More information about specific updates and changes to this PAD-US version can be found in the Data Quality Information section of this metadata record as well as on the PAD-US website, http://gapanalysis.usgs.gov/padus/data/history/.) Due to the completeness and complexity of these data, it is highly recommended to review the Supplemental Information Section of the metadata record as well as the Data Use Constraints, to better understand data partnerships as well as see tips and ideas of appropriate uses of the data and how to parse out the data that you are looking for. For more information regarding the PAD-US dataset please visit, http://gapanalysis.usgs.gov/padus/. To find more data resources as well as view example analysis performed using PAD-US data visit, http://gapanalysis.usgs.gov/padus/resources/. The PAD-US dataset and data standard are compiled and maintained by the USGS Gap Analysis Program, http://gapanalysis.usgs.gov/ . For more information about data standards and how the data are aggregated please review the “Standards and Methods Manual for PAD-US,” http://gapanalysis.usgs.gov/padus/data/standards/ .

(Link to Metadata) The EcologicOther_ELT (Ecological Land Type) data layer was developed by the Green Mountain National Forest in the early 1980's from aerial photography. Using stereo-pairs of 1:42000 aerial photographs units were mapped using techniques similar to those used by soil scientists to delineate soil-series. After the initial mapping, fieldwork was done to 1) verify and adjust unit designations and 2) develop unit descriptions. To do this, sample plots were established on photos in locations that appeared to be representative of particular ELT's, or in locations where there were questions about the accuracy of the designations. Adjustments to the ELT boundaries were made in the field when data on vegetation and edaphic and topographic features were collected at sample plots. On the north half of the Green Mountain National Forest, 60 different elts have been mapped, and 320 sample plots established to validate and describe the units. Polygons were drawn onto 1:24000 USFS Topographic Maps sheets (mylar). In 1993 these maps were given to the University of Vermont's Spatial Analysis Lab for digitizing. Automation was completed in the fall of 1993. Ecological land classification (ELC) is a cartographic approach to forest land delineation that defines units of land at different spatial scales that are hierarchical, nested, and homogeneous in their environmental and late-successional vegetational characteristics. The ecological land classification system in use on the Green Mountain National Forest (GMNF) in Vermont conforms to the guidelines defined by the National Hierarchical Framework of Ecological Units established by the USDA Forest Service. This classification system is meant to assist managers by allowing them to delineate ecosystems, assess resources, conduct environmental analyses, establish desired future conditions, and manage and monitor resources. Units at the ecological land type (ELT) scale have been mapped on the GMNF. These units are designed to assist managers in site specific, project-level planning. Average unit size for ELT's on the north half of the GMNF is 267 acres. The units are identified by a four-digit code that is based on landtype association, geomorphic process, soil depth, and moisture (refer to ELTCODE documentation).

The purpose of this online map is to demonstrate the use of Web Based Geographic Information Systems (GIS) in the District of Columbia Office of Tax and Revenue (OTR), Real Property Tax Administration (RPTA). The Office of the Chief Financial Officer, DC Office of Tax and Revenue (OTR), Real Property Assessment Division values all real property in the District of Columbia. The public interactive online DC Office of Tax and Revenue Real Property Assessment Lot Map Search application accompanies the OTR Tax Payer Service Center and may be used to search for and view all real property, related assessment areas, assessment data, and detailed assessment information.

VTZONING Cabot 2008-04-14 Zoning Data

(Link to Metadata) Vermont General Assembly is periodically re-apportioned to reflect the state's changing population patterns. The current apportionment process is guided by Title 17, Chapter 34A of the Vermont Statutes Annotated. The Legislative Apportionment Board, an appointed body, proposes a draft apportionment plan. The General Assembly may refer to this plan in its enactment of legislative apportionment for the ensuing decade. The redistricting process of the Vermont State House and Senate is regulated by Act 151., which is an act relating to professional regulation and redistricting the Senate and the House of Representatives. The House district lines for this layer were downloaded from the 2012 Legislative Reapportionment web site (see link above) H. 789 was the final bill passed by the House and Senate that defined new House district boundaries.

Parcel service designed for use in the Fiscal GIS Hub and other applications.The Data Dictionary can be found here.

Working Lands FloodplainThis area includes land located outside of Center Areas and within the FEMA mapped 100 year floodplain. Much of this area is used for agriculture due to favorable, alluvial soils and large flat fields which are absent in the more mountainous terrain in other areas of Lamoille County. Provided State Accepted Agricultural Practices (AAPs) are followed, agriculture is an appropriate use of these floodplain areas. Best Management Practices, such as establishing vegetated buffers along streambanks, are strongly encouraged. Some areas have reverted to wetlands or floodplain forests. This vegetation can greatly improve floodwater attenuation and may capture sediment and debris during large flood events, helping to mitigate downstream flood damage and debris jams. Center Areas No Water InfrastructureThis area consists of Lamoille County’s traditional village and downtown centers as well as areas identified as nodes for compact and/or mixed use development in local plans. This area includes, but is not limited to, State “Designated Downtowns and Village Centers”. In general, these areas contain the highest densities and greatest diversity of uses found in the County. While local plans may designate zoning districts with varying permitted uses (residential, commercial, etc.), the overall pattern of development within Center Areas is one of mixed uses. All areas within the Center Area shall be considered an “existing settlement” for the purpose of Act 250 review. In recognition of the significant difference in density and diversity of uses enabled by municipal sewage and water infrastructure, this area is divided into the following four distinct Planning Areas on the Future Land Use Map:- Centers with Water but without Wastewater Infrastructure- Centers with Wastewater but without Water Infrastructure (as of 2015, there are no such Centers in Region)- Centers without Wastewater or Water InfrastructureNote: The Centers with Wastewater and Water and Centers with Water may include some areas in proximity to municipal sewage and water service that are not currently connected to the system. Center Areas InfrastructureThis area consists of Lamoille County’s traditional village and downtown centersas well as areas identified as nodes for compact and/or mixed use development in loca lplans. This area includes, but is not limited to, State “Designated Downtowns and Village Centers”. In general, these areas contain the highest densities and greatest diversity of uses found in the County. While local plans may designate zoning districts with varying permitted uses (residential, commercial, etc.), the overall pattern of development within Center Areas is one of mixed uses. All areas within the Center Area shall be considered an “existing settlement” for the purpose of Act 250 review. In recognition of the significant difference in density and diversity of uses enabled by municipal sewage and water infrastructure, this area is divided into the following four distinct Planning Areas on the Future Land Use Map:- Centers with Wastewater and Water InfrastructureNote: The Centers with Wastewater and Water and Centers with Water may include some areas in proximity to municipal sewage and water service that are not currently connected to the system. Center No InfrastructureThis area consists of Lamoille County’s traditional village and downtown centersas well as areas identified as nodes for compact and/or mixed use development in loca lplans. This area includes, but is not limited to, State “Designated Downtowns and Village Centers”. In general, these areas contain the highest densities and greatest diversity of uses found in the County. While local plans may designate zoning districts with varying permitted uses (residential, commercial, etc.), the overall pattern of development within Center Areas is one of mixed uses. All areas within the Center Area shall be considered an “existing settlement” for the purpose of Act 250 review. In recognition of the significant difference in density and diversity of uses enabled by municipal sewage and water infrastructure, this area is divided into the following four distinct Planning Areas on the Future Land Use Map:- Centers with Wastewater and Water Infrastructure- Centers with Water but without Wastewater Infrastructure- Centers with Wastewater but without Water Infrastructure (as of 2015, there are no such Centers in Region)Note: The Centers with Wastewater and Water and Centers with Water may include some areas in proximity to municipal sewage and water service that are not currently connected to the system.EnterpriseThe Enterprise Area contains areas designated for special uses that generate significant amounts of activity, such as industrial parks, airport facilities, ski resorts, etc. in municipal plans. While not directly connected to a Center or “existing settlement,” these areas provide much of the Region’s current and potential employment opportunities and are vital to the economic development of the County.Other Conserved LandsThe overlays on the Future Land Use Map are for State Forest Land and other Conserved Land. This overlay represents other conserved lands (municipal/private etc..). Conserved lands often have limited uses because of the characteristics being conserved. Development is usually limited or restricted. Since these areas have already been conserved, they are not targeted for future agricultural soils mitigation. However, future conservation easements are encouraged to connect to existing conserved lands to: reduce forest and agricultural fragmentation; provide large blocks of land that better support wildlife connectivity; protect rare, important, and irreplaceable natural and fragile areas; and protect scenic and historic features and resources. Use of recreation on some conserved lands is appropriate and should be encouraged when possible. RuralThe BNDHASH data layer depicts Vermont villages, towns, counties, Regional Planning Commissions (RPC), State administrative, and LEPC (Local Emergency Planning Committee) boundaries.It is a mosaic of generally 'best available' boundaries from various data sources (refer to ARC_SRC and SRC_NOTES attributes). The layer was originally developed from TBHASH, which was the master VGIS town boundary layer prior to the development and release of BNDHASH. BNDHASH replaces TBHASH as well as TB250, TB24, CNTY250, VT250, and RPC250. By integrating village, town, county, RPC, and state boundaries into a single layer, VCGI has assured vertical integration of these boundaries and simplified maintenance. BNDHASH also includes annotation text for town, county, and RPC names. BNDHASH includes the following feature classes:1) VILLAGES = Vermont villages2) TOWNS = Vermont towns3) COUNTIES = Vermont counties4) RPCS = Vermont's Regional Planning Commissions5) ADMIN = State Administrative Boundaries created by Executive Order #7-95 (Oct 1995)6) LEPC = Local Emergency Planning Committee boundaries7) VTBND = Vermont's state boundaryThe master BNDHASH layer is managed as ESRI geodatabase feature dataset by VCGI. The dataset stores villages, towns, counties, and RPC boundaries as separate feature classes with a set of topology rules which binds the features. This arrangement assures vertical integration of the various boundaries. VCGI will update this layer on an annual basis by reviewing records housed in the VT State Archives - Secretary of State's Office. VCGI also welcomes documented information from VGIS users which identify boundary errors.NOTE - VCGI has NOT attempted to create a perfect boundary layer (refer to Completeness_Report). The idea is to maintain an integrated village/town/county/rpc boundary layer which provides for a reasonably accurate representation of these boundaries (refer to ARC_SRC and SRC_NOTES). BNDHASH includes all counties, towns, and villages listed in "Population and Local Government - State of Vermont - 2000" published by the Secretary of State. BNDHASH may include changes endorsed by the Legislature since the publication of this document in 2000 (eg: villages merged with towns). Ultimately the Vermont Secretary of State's Office and the VT Legislature are responsible for maintaining information which accurately describes the location of these boundaries. BNDHASH should be used for general mapping purposes only.* Users who wish to determine which boundaries are different from the original TBHASH boundaries should refer to the ORIG_ARC field in the BOUNDARY_BNDHASH_LINE (line featue with attributes). Also, updates to BNDHASH are tracked by version number (ex: 2003A). The UPDACT field is used to track changes between versions. The UPDACT field is flushed between versions. Shoreland Regional The overlay on the Future Land Use Map for the Shoreland Area follows the jurisdiction of the Vermont Shoreland Protection Act (Chapter 49 A of Title 10 §1441etseq.) administered by the Agency of Natural Resources Department of Environmental Conservation. The Act establishes a state regulation for guiding development within the protected shoreland area 250 feet from the mean water level of all lakes greater than 10 acres in size.The intent of the Act is to prevent degradation of water quality inlakes, preserve habitat and natural stability of shorelines, and maintain the economic benefits of lakes and their shorelands. Municipalities may be delegated to administer this Act locally. State ForestThis area contains state forest land in Lamoille County, representing some of the County's largest blocks of unfragmented forests. As noted in the Working Lands Chapter of this Plan, there are numerous, diverse uses of Lamoille County’s forests, including but not limited to active forest management, conservation, wildlife management, recreation, and/or aesthetic preservation. The specific use of any forest should be left to the property owner and/or land manager. However, what

Surficial geologic maps of Vermont are available for 7.5 minute and 15 minute quadrangles . The maps include materials, landforms, cross-sections, and some include depth to bedrock information. Digital protocols are under development as of 6-25-99. Raw data for the depth to bedrock analysis is available as a dataset based on water well locations, well drillers reports, and transportation borings.