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8. What is the annual charge for a summer-home lot? 



For a terminable permit the average charge is $15 a year, unless 

 some exceptionally desirable or large site is desired, in which case 

 the rental will be increased. The charge for term permits depends 

 on the value of the site, the minimum charge being $25 a year. 



9. For how long a period can a summer-home permit be secured? 

 Residence (term) permits are issued for a 10-year period when 



the expenditure for improvements is $2,500 or over. The permittee 

 has the first right of renewal at the end of the term. Terminable 

 permits are issued for indeterminate periods and give the same pro- 

 tection. These continue as long as the permittee desires the permit 

 and complies with its terms. 



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Attractive summer homes are the pride of many vacationists in the national forests 



10. Are there any special regulations concerning the construction 

 and maintenance of a summer home in a national forest? 



Summer homes built on national-forest land in the California 

 region must cost not less than $250 and, if built of lumber, must be 

 painted or stained on the outside, so as to harmonize with their 

 environment. Other requirements are: A substantial chimney 

 equipped with a spark arrester; covered garbage pits or removal of 

 garbage; fly-proof, chemical, or flush toilets; location of all struc- 

 tures and improvements so as not to contaminate any water supply; 

 and the annual clearing of inflammable material from around all 

 structures to reduce the fire hazard. Only one residence building is 

 allowed on a lot. 



IF YOU DON'T KNOW, ASK A UNITED STATES FOREST 



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