Land Use, Permitting & Zoning News

At Brown & Brown, we think it important to keep our clients up to date on issues important to them. We have created a monthly newsletter highlighting developments and issues related to our practice areas. Some of the articles related to Land Use and Permitting are below. Please visit our newsletter page to subscribe and receive our news right in your "in box!"

October, 2010

• Massachusetts state lawmakers gave final approval to the Permit Extension Act of 2010 on Saturday, July 31st , as part of an Economic Development Reorganization package (Senate Bill No. 2582).  This new law is a landmark achievement for the Home Builders Association of Massachusetts and a benefit to all developers and individuals who obtained local or state permits (with some exceptions) between August 15, 2008 and August 15, 2010.  The Act, signed by Governor Patrick, extends all permits in effect or existence during the stated tolling period for a period of two years beyond the approval expiration date. READ MORE

July, 2011

• Construction is about to begin on the new "Blake Block" across from the Town Common in Bedford. Much anticipated and eagerly awaiting, the new building will house 10,000 sf of retail, restaurant and residential spaces. READ MORE