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While the establishment of a buffer is paramount to better site design, assuring that the buffer is safeguarded from clear cutting and maintained is just as essential. Many communities have stream buffer ordinances, but a line drawn on a map or plan is virtually invisible to contractors and landowners. Few communities require that buffer lines be marked in the field. A strong buffer ordinance should outline the legal rights and responsibilities for management and maintenance during construction and for the long-term. An effective buffer program should also address who is responsible for these issues and how to reestablish buffers.
