Maine Department of Environmental Protection

December 14, 2014
Changes Could Drastically Weaken Maine’s Stormwater Law

Changes Could Drastically Weaken Maine’s Stormwater Law

Bird’s Eye View of Crescent Lake, Raymond, Maine Colin Holme, assistant director at Lakes Environmental Association in Bridgton, Maine shared this with us:The Maine Department of Environmental Protection (MDEP) is currently proposing changes to the laws regulating stormwater from development projects. While modifications that would allow […]
October 23, 2014
Watershed Resources for Maine Lakefront Property Owners

Watershed Resources for Maine Lakefront Property Owners

Great East Lake in Acton is Maine’s Golden Pond Knowing where to turn for information is vital when it comes to protecting our lakefront properties in Maine. First, of course, should be your local lake or road association.   Lakefront Properties For Sale on Great East, […]
September 28, 2014

What Lakefront Property Owners Should Know About Fluctuating Water Levels

Autumn Colors Frame Moose Pond Dam, Denmark, Maine by Leigh Macmillen Hayes You may have noticed that the water level at your lake tends to rise and fall over the course of the year. Natural fluctuations may occur if there is less rain, less snow runoff, […]
September 18, 2014

Do Watersheds Matter to Maine Lakefront Property Owners?

Protect Maine’s Lakes Like Highland Lake in Bridgton by Leigh Macmillen Hayes As Maine lakefront property owners, you may or may not spend a lot of time thinking about your watershed. “Watershed?” you may ask. “What’s a watershed?” Lakefront Properties For Sale on Highland Lake, Bridgton […]
July 31, 2014
New Non-Conforming Structure Expansion Provision For Maine Lakefront Properties

New Non-Conforming Structure Expansion Provision For Maine Lakefront Properties

Non-Conforming Structure on Maine Lakes by Leigh Macmillen Hayes In a summer issue of Shoreland Zoning News,  Michael Morse, of the Maine Department of Environmental Protection, shared an article about the new nonconforming structure expansion provisions enacted by the Maine Legislature and contained within the department’s […]
July 13, 2014
Maine Citizen’s Guide to Invasive Aquatic Plant Management Just Released

Maine Citizen’s Guide to Invasive Aquatic Plant Management Just Released

Calm Waters of Goose Pond, Shapleigh, Maine by Leigh Macmillen Hayes The Maine Volunteer Lakes Monitoring Program (VLMP) has released the Maine Citizen’s Guide to Invasive Aquatic Plant Management. Click on the title to open the 157-page book that is chock full of valuable information for […]
February 6, 2014
Lakefront Property Owners Learn of Effect Mining Has on Maine Lakes

Lakefront Property Owners Learn of Effect Mining Has on Maine Lakes

Sunshine Sparkles on Molasses Pond in Down East Maine by Leigh Macmillen Hayes Something Maine lakefront property owners may not be aware of is the effect metal mining has on our lakes. Nick Bennett, watersheds director and staff scientist for the Natural Resources Council of Maine, […]
February 2, 2014
Maine Milfoil Summit Will Draw Lakefront Property Owners to UMaine Lewiston-Auburn

Maine Milfoil Summit Will Draw Lakefront Property Owners to UMaine Lewiston-Auburn

A Picture Perfect Summer Day on Messalonskee Lake in the Belgrade Lakes Region of Maine by Leigh Macmillen Hayes Calling all Maine lakefront property owners. It’s time to register for the Maine Milfoil Summit to be held at the University of Maine Lewiston-Auburn campus on Friday, […]
August 2, 2013

Improving Water Quality Begins with Lakefront Property Owners

Cumulus Clouds over Echo Lake in Fayette, Maine In Maine, lakefront property owners are drawn to the peace one can experience beside the water. For many years, Maine’s lakes and ponds have served as a summer destination where one can enjoy the clean waters and surrounding […]