Bill > H2892

This bill amends a section of Massachusetts General Laws related to utility poles, specifically chapter 164, section 34B. The key provision allows cities and towns to enact local ordinances or bylaws that prohibit "double poles" for longer than the ninety days currently authorized by the state law, with violations potentially resulting in a fine of up to one thousand dollars per occurrence. "Double poles" refers to situations where two utility poles are temporarily placed next to each other, often during construction or maintenance. This amendment gives local governments more control over the duration of such temporary pole installations within their communities.