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Brush Clearance: Brookline vs Medfield

How do brush clearance rules compare between Brookline, MA and Medfield, MA?

Brookline and Medfield have similar restriction levels.

Brookline, MA

Norfolk County

Few Restrictions

Brookline may require vegetation management for fire safety. MA does not have a statewide defensible space mandate. Local property maintenance applies.

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Medfield, MA

Norfolk County

Few Restrictions

Norfolk County may require vegetation management for fire safety. MA does not have a statewide defensible space mandate. Local property maintenance applies.

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Key Facts Comparison

FactBrooklineMedfield
State MandateNo statewide requirementNo statewide requirement
Local CodeProperty maintenance appliesProperty maintenance applies
Fire SeasonMarch to MayMarch to May
State AgencyMA DCRMA DCR

Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.

Brookline FAQ

Do I need to clear brush?

MA has no statewide mandate but Brookline may require vegetation management under property maintenance bylaws.

When is wildfire season?

Spring (March to May). Cape Cod and Pine Barrens areas have elevated risk.

Medfield FAQ

Do I need to clear brush?

MA has no statewide mandate but Norfolk County may require vegetation management under property maintenance bylaws.

When is wildfire season?

Spring (March to May). Cape Cod and Pine Barrens areas have elevated risk.

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