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Massachusetts House Bill H771

Massachusetts 2023-2024 Regular Session

Massachusetts House Bill H771

Introduced
2/16/23  

Caption

Relative to certain property to be used for conservation or recreational purposes

Impact

If enacted, HB 771 will impact state laws related to land use and conservation by specifying that the designated site shall be governed under the existing regulations concerning open space. It represents a move towards prioritizing the allocation of state-owned land for public enjoyment and environmental stewardship. The decision to reclaim this specific property reaffirms the state's commitment to enhancing green spaces and supporting community needs related to recreational activities. This can set a precedent for future similar projects across the state.

Summary

House Bill 771 aims to designate a specific parcel of land in the West Roxbury neighborhood of Boston for conservation or recreational purposes. The bill outlines a detailed description of the boundaries of the land to be reclaimed by the Department of Conservation and Recreation. This initiative is a step towards enhancing the availability of open spaces that can be used for community recreational activities, promoting environmental conservation, and improving the quality of life for residents in the area. By reclaiming this land, the state intends to create a designated area that serves both ecological and recreational functions.

Contention

While the bill focuses on promoting public benefit through land reclamation, there may be points of contention amongst stakeholders, particularly regarding the previous uses of this land and any ongoing zoning regulations that could conflict with the proposed changes. Local residents and community organizations may express differing views on the need for additional recreational spaces compared to other potential uses of the land. Additionally, the implications of maintenance and development of the newly designated space could spark discussions about funding and resource allocation within the Department of Conservation and Recreation.

Companion Bills

MA S574

Similar To Relative to certain property to be used for conservation or recreational purposes

MA H4920

Similar To Relative to means tested senior citizen property tax exemptions in the town of Westford

MA S2933

Similar To Providing for the disposition of certain property in the town of Upton

MA H5099

Similar To Relative to property tax classification in the city of Boston

Previously Filed As

MA S574

Relative to certain property to be used for conservation or recreational purposes

MA H2751

Relative to the electronic filing of certain forms used in property valuation

MA S2549

Authorizing the town of Milton to use certain property for school purposes

MA H4046

Authorizing the town of Nantucket to convey a certain parcel of land situated in the town of Nantucket held for park purposes to the Nantucket Conservation Foundation Inc. for open space, recreational, and conservation purposes

MA H4170

Authorizing the town of Sharon to change the use of a certain parcel of land acquired for outdoor recreational purposes to a use for general municipal purposes

MA H4077

Authorizing the town of Nantucket to convey certain land situated in the town of Nantucket held for open space, recreational or conservation purposes to the Nantucket Islands Land Bank for the purposes pursuant to its legislation

MA H96

Relative to the use of Department of Conservation and Recreation property for farmers markets and community gardens

MA HB1055

Public property; authorize certain state property conveyed to Jackson to be used for park and recreational purposes.

MA H3036

To allow the city of Medford to transfer conservation land

MA S2289

Resolve relative to a VFW Parkway master plan special commission

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.