Scenic Road Ordinance 256

What is Scenic Road Ordinance 256?
One of the Vernon Conservation Commission's recent accomplishments is the establishment of a Scenic Road Ordinance. The goal of the ordinance is to preserve a few remaining roads that show the town's natural and rural historic character.

What does the Scenic Road Ordinance do?
The ordinance applies to the town's right-of-way which, in most cases, is just a few feet beyond the curb. It does not substantially limit what a person can do with their own property. The purpose is to prevent tearing down a historic stone wall or a stand of substantial trees and changing the entire appearance of the scenic road.

Where are the scenic roads in Vernon?
Valley Falls Rd. is the first road to be designated a Scenic Road, after being nominated by Conservation Chairperson, Scott Wieting. We are currently working on the Scenic Road sign's design.

How do I apply to have my road designated as a scenic road?
An application can be picked up at Town Hall.

Celebrating Scott Wieting's Contributions to Scenic Road Ordinance #256