Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session

Massachusetts House Bill H3431

Introduced
2/27/25  
Refer
2/27/25  

Caption

Authorizing the release of a certain sewer easement in the town of Norfolk

Impact

The release of these sewer easements would allow the named property owners greater freedom and potentially enhanced property value by removing restrictions that may have been placed nearly a century ago. By enabling the release of such easements, the bill seeks to clear outdated encumbrances that can inhibit development and improve land use in Norfolk. This could lead to more efficient property use and facilitate local developments that might have been hindered by the existing easements.

Summary

House Bill H3431 aims to authorize the release of specific sewer easements in the town of Norfolk, Massachusetts. This legislation is presented as an emergency act due to its importance for the immediate preservation of the public convenience. It outlines the details regarding the landowners who would benefit from the easement release, including various trusts and individual property owners. The bill specifies that the release is contingent upon the determination of fair market value through an independent appraisal, ensuring transparency in local property management decisions.

Contention

Discussion surrounding the bill may revolve around the implications of releasing such easements, as stakeholders like community members and property authorities might express differing views. While some see the benefit of landowners being able to utilize their properties more freely, others could raise concerns about potential impacts on sewer management and infrastructure integrity within the community. The requirement for an independent appraisal included in the bill aims to address concerns over fair compensation, ensuring that property rights are respected while safeguarding public interest.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

MA H3899

Authorizing reserved capacity billing in the town of Norfolk

MA H1061

To establish a study of Kingsbury Pond in the town of Norfolk

MA H4368

Authorizing the division of capital asset management and maintenance to release a certain sewer line easement in the West Roxbury section of the city of Boston

MA H5304

Authorizing the division of capital asset management and maintenance to release a certain sewer line easement in the West Roxbury section of the city of Boston

MA H3435

Authorizing the commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to grant certain easements to the town of Bourne

MA S2657

Authorizing the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, acting by and through its Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance, to grant permanent easements over certain land in the town of Milton for highway purposes

MA H2349

Requiring automatic external defibrillators in Norfolk County public buildings

MA H1024

Authorizing the Massachusetts Water Resources Authority to provide sewer services to a certain parcel of land in the town of Sharon

MA H4483

Authorizing the release or exclusion of certain land from conservation restrictions in the town of Deerfield

MA S2922

Authorizing the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to grant easements to NSTAR electric company d/b/a Eversource Energy in return for NSTAR releasing or modifying easements for the benefit of the Commonwealth

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