A big thank you to Rochester resident John Gisis for generously sharing some of his outstanding photographs that capture the beauty of the city’s natural resources, one of which is seen here to the right.
Click here to explore maps, images, and preliminary information that will be included in the Natural Resources chapter.
Click here to see the most recent draft of the Natural Resources chapter.
Conserving Your Land, Options for New Hampshire Landowners
State of New Hampshire Current Use Criteria Booklet
Wetland and Stream Restoration Opportunities in New Hampshire
NH DES Model Groundwater Protection Ordinance
Economic Footprint and Quality-of-Life Benefits of Urban Forestry in the United States
New Hampshire’s Return on Investment in Land Conservation
Nature Economy New Hampshire, Rivers & Economic Development
The Benefits of Low Impact Development Fact Sheet
Protecting Water Quality from Urban Runoff
New Hampshire Homeowner’s Guide to Stormwater Management
Stormwater Utilities: Funding Municipal Stormwater Programs
Vernal Pools Habitat Stewardship Series
Wetland and Hydric Soils Basics for NH Landowners and Town Officials
Piscataqua Region Environmental Planning Assessment
Designated Rivers of New Hampshire
Project Website – Rochester Master Plan Update 2023