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Law & Oversight
Local approval does not replace independently required state and federal permits. This section maps every layer of review that could apply.
Permitting OverviewThe permit hierarchy and master matrix.MEPAState environmental review thresholds.MESA / NHESPEndangered species review and Priority Habitat.Wetlands Protection ActLocal Conservation Commission review.Clean Water ActFederal stormwater and dredge-and-fill permitting.Article 97Protected open space and the Legislature's role.Lakeville Chapter 140The local Earth Work Bylaw and decision standard.