Shoreland buffer zones also serve several important cultural functions. These areas enhance the aesthetics of the lake environment by providing the natural appearance of lakeshores. Survey after survey shows that aesthetics ranks as one of the top reasons people come to live and visit the northwoods region of Wisconsin. Shoreland buffer zones also provide visual and acoustic privacy for homeowners from other neighbors and from lake users. The vegetation screens noise from watercraft engines, lawn mowers, music, and conversations. As a result, homeowners gain privacy from neighbors and lake users, and lake users are able to enjoy the natural sites they desire to see.

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