If someone is on the notification registry, how far away must a business notify an abutter from the person's property line?

The requirement for notifying abutters when someone is on the notification registry involves specific distances to ensure proper communication and compliance with regulations. In this case, the correct distance is 100 yards from the person's property line. This distance is established to give adequate notice to nearby residents or property owners, allowing them to be aware of the presence of someone who may pose certain risks, such as those on certain registries for sex offenders.

The rationale behind the 100-yard requirement is rooted in public safety and awareness. It strikes a balance between privacy for the individual on the registry and the community’s right to be informed about potential risks nearby.

Other distances, such as 50, 75, or 150 yards, do not fulfill the regulatory standards set forth. A distance that is too short, like 50 or 75 yards, may not provide sufficient notice to abutters who could be directly affected by an individual's presence. Conversely, a distance that is too long, such as 150 yards, might result in unnecessarily broad notification that could lead to confusion or excessive alarm in the community without serving any additional safety benefit. Thus, the 100-yard guideline serves as a balanced approach in this context.