“Development tracking involves documenting changes in the landscape induced by human
behavior. In its most basic form, development tracking entails monitoring the construction of buildings and the extension of directly related infrastructure such as roads and utilities. It may also entail the study of changes in how lands are used by humans, including changes in land cover related to changes in agricultural and forest management practices, changes in residence patterns from seasonal to year-round occupancy, and the aggregate effects of individual land-use changes on the character of communities.” (Development Tracking in Maine, 2005)

Prepared with funding from the Maine State Planning Office and the municipalities of Hancock County.