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MA H4385

MA H4385
Authorizing the town of Westford to release agricultural preservation restrictions over land owned by Westford Gateway, LLC.


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Introduced
01/25/2024
In Committee
07/31/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024

Introduced Session

193rd General Court

Bill Summary

That the town of Westford be authorized to release agricultural preservation restrictions over certain land owned by Westford Gateway, LLC. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight. [Local Approval Received.]

AI Summary

This bill authorizes the town of Westford to release agricultural preservation restrictions over certain land owned by Westford Gateway, LLC. As compensation, the Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) must either dedicate other land of equal or greater size and value for conservation and recreation purposes, transfer funds equal to the full market value of the property interests, or provide a combination of land and funds. MassDOT will also assume all costs associated with executing the necessary conveyances. Except for the partial release authorized by this act, the existing agricultural preservation restrictions will remain in full force and effect.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance, Government Affairs

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

New draft substituted, see H4964 (on 07/31/2024)

Bill Topics

Public Lands and Water Management
  • ‐ Land and Water Conservation
Transportation
  • ‐ Highway Construction, Maintenance, and Safety

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Document Type Source Location Created
State Bill Page https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H4385 02/08/2024
BillText https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H4385.pdf 02/08/2024
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