[Lakegeezer]

To maintain high property values and protect water quality, it's necessary to revise development regulations. Consider the pictured 1.5-acre Winnipesaukee lot, previously forested, recently cleared. Although its clearing meets current legal standards, including a DES permit and tree map, it doesn't appear to be good for lake health. This type of clearing increases runoff via reduced water absorption and tree expiration into the atmosphere. Without changes in regulations, we continue to prioritize construction over lake preservation.