The bill H.94 proposes to expand the definition of accessory on-farm businesses to include weddings and concerts as permissible events. It aims to exempt these events from requiring an Act 250 permit, provided that the municipality where the farm is located has adopted performance standards and site plan review. The bill amends existing legal language to clarify that accessory on-farm businesses can generate revenues that exceed those of the farming operation and outlines specific activities that qualify, including educational, recreational, and social events that feature agricultural practices or products.

Additionally, the bill modifies the requirements for permits related to improvements for accessory on-farm businesses. It specifies that no permit is needed for hosting events or farm stays if the farm is situated in a municipality with the appropriate performance standards and site plan review. The effective date for this act is set for July 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
As Introduced: 24-4412(11), 24-4412, 10-6081(t), 10-6081