RSA 270:72-e · Removal of Anchored Seasonal Platforms; Powers of Director

270:72-e Removal of Anchored Seasonal Platforms; Powers of Director. –
I. The director or his or her agents shall remove or cause the removal of, or shall move or cause the moving of, any anchored seasonal platform, which:
(a) Is in violation of RSA 270:72-d; or
(b) Does not bear the legible owner's name and legible contact information as required under RSA 270:72-c; or
(c) Constitutes a hazard to public safety because of the manner in which it is constructed or maintained.
II. The owner of record of the anchored seasonal platform, if known, shall be notified by the director or his or her agents of the removal or relocation, by certified mail with return receipt requested, within 10 days of removal or relocation.
III. Any anchored seasonal platform which is removed pursuant to paragraph I or is found adrift shall be stored in a safe place and the owner shall be notified. The owner shall reimburse the state or agent of the state for any costs incurred including the cost of removal, relocation, transporting, storing, and disposal of the platform.
IV. If a seasonal platform is removed or found adrift and the owner cannot be determined, it shall be stored for a period of at least 4 weeks to allow the owner the opportunity to reclaim the platform. The owner is responsible for reimbursing the state for all costs identified in paragraph III above.
Source. 2021, 181:1, eff. Jan. 1, 2022.