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MA H2129

Protecting sunlight in certain public parks


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Introduced
01/23/2017
In Committee
01/23/2017
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018

Introduced Session

190th General Court

Bill Summary

Relative to the building of structures which may impact sunlight in certain public parks. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.

AI Summary

This bill amends existing laws to protect sunlight in certain public parks in Massachusetts. It defines "new shadow" to exclude shadows cast by existing structures, structures with approved building permits, or structures that conform to as-of-right height limits. The bill also prohibits permit-granting authorities from authorizing the construction of any structure that would cast a new shadow on specific public parks, such as the Charles River Esplanade, Commonwealth Avenue Mall, and Copley Square Park, except during the first hour after sunrise or the last hour before sunset. Additionally, the bill expands the definition of "permit-granting authority" to include the Inspectional Services Departments in Boston and Cambridge.

Committee Categories

Agriculture and Natural Resources

Sponsors (3)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H4579 (on 06/07/2018)

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