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MA H2104

MA H2104
Relative to the preservation of wetlands and water resources in Chapter 40B applications


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Introduced
02/16/2023
In Committee
02/16/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024

Introduced Session

193rd General Court

Bill Summary

Relative to municipal natural resource protection bylaws or ordinances and the preservation of wetlands and water resources in certain housing applications. Municipalities and Regional Government.

AI Summary

This bill amends Chapter 40B of the General Laws to establish a presumption that the denial of waivers from municipal natural resource protection bylaws or ordinances is consistent with local needs, provided that the purpose of such bylaws, ordinances, or regulations is the protection and/or promotion of Waters of the Commonwealth, including wetlands, surface waters, and groundwater. The bill aims to preserve wetlands and water resources in the context of certain housing applications under Chapter 40B.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs

Sponsors (4)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H4573 (on 05/16/2024)

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Document Type Source Location
State Bill Page https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H2104
BillText https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H2104.pdf
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