Land Use & Zoning
In Massachusetts, a 'public hearing' required for a zoning variance application serves to:
AGuarantee approval if no neighbors object
BProvide the community an opportunity to comment on the proposed relief before the ZBA decides✓ Correct
CAllow the ZBA to avoid making a decision
DFinalize the variance without further review
Explanation
Public hearings in Massachusetts zoning proceedings allow abutters, neighbors, and other interested parties to testify for or against the requested relief. The ZBA must consider this testimony in its decision.
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