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 host educational, recreational, or social events that feature agricultural practices or qualifying products, now explicitly including weddings and concerts.

Additionally, the bill modifies the requirements for permits related to improvements for accessory on-farm businesses. It removes the previous stipulation that certain improvements would not apply to hosting events or farm stays, instead stating that no permit is required for such activities if the farm is situated in a compliant municipality. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2025.

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