Land Use & Zoning
In Massachusetts, the Historic Districts Commission has authority to:
ASet property taxes for historic properties
BApprove or deny exterior alterations to properties within designated historic districts✓ Correct
CGrant variances from zoning bylaws for historic buildings
DIssue certificates of title for properties on the National Register
Explanation
Historic Districts Commissions in Massachusetts review and approve or deny Certificates of Appropriateness for exterior alterations to properties within locally designated historic districts to preserve their historic character.
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