Land Use & Zoning
In Massachusetts, a 'buffer zone' under the Wetlands Protection Act is defined as within:
A50 feet of a wetland
B100 feet of a wetland✓ Correct
C200 feet of a wetland
D300 feet of a river or stream
Explanation
The Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act defines the buffer zone as the area within 100 feet of a wetland. Any alteration within the buffer zone requires a Notice of Intent and approval from the local Conservation Commission.
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