Massachusetts grading and site drainage are governed statewide by the State Building Code (780 CMR) and Wetlands Protection Act, setting uniform lot-grading and drainage standards across municipalities.
Lot grading and drainage requirements derive from the Massachusetts State Building Code (780 CMR), authorized under MGL c.143 §94, which adopts the IBC/IRC requirements for site grading, foundation drainage, and surface water disposal. When sites affect wetlands or stormwater systems, MGL c.131 §40 (Wetlands Protection Act) and 310 CMR 10.00 also apply uniformly. Local building inspectors enforce the state code as adopted; no municipality may issue a building permit ignoring the state grading and drainage minimums.
Failure to meet grading and drainage standards can result in stop-work orders, denied certificates of occupancy, and corrective regrading at the owner's expense.
Brockton, MA
Brockton enforces a Noise Control Ordinance that prohibits excessive noise disturbing the peace and quiet of residents. Nighttime noise restrictions are stri...
Brockton, MA
Brockton's Noise Control Ordinance addresses construction noise. Construction is generally permitted during daytime hours on weekdays and Saturdays, with res...
Brockton, MA
Brockton's Noise Control Ordinance specifically addresses animal and bird noises. Persistent barking dogs that disturb neighbors are considered a nuisance un...
Brockton, MA
Brockton requires driveways to be properly constructed and maintained. Parking on unpaved front yard areas is prohibited under the property maintenance code.
Brockton, MA
Brockton regulates street parking with time limits, overnight restrictions, and winter snow emergency parking bans. The city enforces parking through the Pol...
Brockton, MA
Brockton restricts parking of large commercial vehicles in residential areas. Heavy trucks and equipment must be stored at appropriately zoned locations.
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