Monthly Archives: October 2012

MassDEP Issues Emergency Regulations for Post-Storm Cleanup from Hurricane Sandy

MassDEP has issued emergency regulations to specify the procedures for post-storm cleanup in the wake of Hurricane Sandy.  The emergency regulations will remain in effect for 90 days from October 26, 2012 to January 24, 2013.  The emergency regulations allow … Continue reading

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495 / MetroWest Partnership Update

The 495 / MetroWest Partnership recently released its “Partnership Update” report.  The report describes the Partnership’s continuing efforts to provide a forum for public and private community leaders on development-related issues in the 495 region, and to advocate for projects, … Continue reading

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Westborough to Regulate Solar Energy Projects

Voters at the Westborough Special Town Meeting this week approved a new zoning bylaw that requires large solar energy projects to undergo site plan review. Westborough is now the latest town to regulate solar installations, which have become increasingly common … Continue reading

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