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MA H3222

Relative to hillside protection


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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

For legislation to authorized cities and towns to establish ridgeline and hillside protection district review boards. Municipalities and Regional Government.

AI Summary

This bill authorizes cities and towns in Massachusetts to establish ridgeline and hillside protection district review boards. The purpose is to promote the health, safety, and general welfare of these communities by ensuring that any development within the designated districts preserves and protects critical natural resources, minimizes visual impact, and enhances economic values. The bill outlines the composition of the review board, the criteria for designating a district, permitted and prohibited uses, design standards for approved developments, and the application and review process. It also provides a process for landowners to appeal the board's decisions to the local zoning board of appeals.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H4590 (on 06/11/2018)

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