Major State and Federal Regulations That Impact Local Land Use Authority

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Major State and Federal Regulations That Impact Local Land Use Authority

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Major State and Federal Regulations that Impact Local Land Use Authority

While Massachusetts is a home rule state and municipalities have strong local authority and control, there are several key Federal and State regulations that dictate local land use authority, including the State’s Building Code, the National Flood Insurance Program, and State Wetlands Protection Act.