Zoning Overhaul Recommended

A new report shows that smart growth measures are most successful in states where planning statutes have been modernized.

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February 14, 2002, 8:00 AM PST

By Chris Steins @planetizen

"The zoning law, known as Chapter 40-A, virtually guarantees sprawl-style development, Russell said. One rule allows developers to build single-family homes on existing roads without any review by local planning boards.There is also no requirement that local planning guidelines be enforced through local zoning, Russell said. And if cities and towns try innovative new planning methods, Massachusetts law includes a liberal ''grandfather'' clause that allows landowners to hurriedly submit plans that are not subject to any new rules."

Thanks to Stu Baker

FULL STORY: Mass. zoning overhaul recommended

Wednesday, February 13, 2002 in The Boston Globe

Government / Politics Massachusetts

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