The Forest Service sees the amendments as a "clarification" of existing easements, and as a regulatory measure to protect recreational values, public access and avoid future litigation, said Tom Suk, a lands specialist for the Forest Service. Private landowners have universal access across Forest Service roads right now; the proposed amendment would force the establishment of homeowners associations and fuel mitigation standards around homes, he said.

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