The project consists of creating a new application form for agricultural water withdrawals consistent with the intent of LD 1998. Major objectives of the project include: Creating a user-friendly, streamlined application form that ensures the LUPC receives all the information required from an applicant to address its statutory decision-making criteria and applicable land use standards. The awarded Bidder must have a clear understanding of the LUPC’s regulatory authority, applicable criteria and standards, and regulatory review of land use activities. Utilizing a structure and format for the form that can be completed and submitted through multiple methods including hard-copy, digital attachment, or online submission. The form must be designed so that it is simple to navigate, functionally organized, and easy for LUPC staff to update, as needed, using existing software platforms that are available to State of Maine employees. The form must also be designed so that agricultural producers can complete most of the requirements themselves.
