Environmental
Under the Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act, any work within 100 feet of a wetland requires:
AOnly a building permit from the local building department
BA Notice of Intent filed with the local Conservation Commission✓ Correct
CApproval from the Army Corps of Engineers only
DAn environmental impact report filed with the Governor
Explanation
The Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act requires a Notice of Intent (NOI) to be filed with the local Conservation Commission for any work within 100 feet of a wetland (the Buffer Zone). The Commission issues an Order of Conditions specifying allowed activities.
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