An Act relative to billboard permitting
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill, S.2431, addresses the permitting process for billboards in Massachusetts. It aims to establish a more standardized and transparent system for reviewing and approving billboard locations, potentially focusing on community impact and regulations related to their placement. The bill is currently under review by the Senate Committee on Transportation.
Key provisions
- Establishes a framework for billboard permitting.
- Requires local boards of health to review billboard applications.
- Addresses community concerns regarding billboard placement.
- Potentially includes provisions related to billboard height and visibility.
- May establish a process for resolving disputes between billboard operators and abutters.
Who is affected
- Billboard operators
- Local boards of health
- Property owners adjacent to billboards
- Municipalities
- Residents of Massachusetts
Notable changes
- The bill seeks to standardize billboard permitting procedures across the state.
- It may introduce new requirements for local boards to consider community impact.
- Could establish a formal process for addressing concerns from property owners near billboards.
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