HB1477

Establishes permitting and regulation for anchored seasonal floating platforms on New Hampshire public waters.

New Hampshire HB1477 regulates anchored seasonal floating platforms on public waters. It requires owners to attach their name and contact information to the platform and obtain a permit from the Division of State Police, Marine Patrol. The permit costs $50, with $25 going to the navigation safety fund and $25 to the cyanobacteria mitigation loan and grant fund. Platforms supporting government agencies, sub-contractors, conservation groups, or aquaculture are exempt if they meet minimum requirements. Failure to obtain a permit results in a $100 fine plus a 20% penalty assessment.