Maine § 556. - Municipal ordinances; powers limited

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§ 556.. Municipal ordinances; powers limited

Nothing in this subchapter may be construed to deny any municipality, by ordinance or by law, from exercising police powers under any general or special Act; provided that ordinances and bylaws in furtherance of the intent of this subchapter and promoting the general welfare, public health and public safety are valid unless in direct conflict with this subchapter or any rule or order of the board or commissioner adopted under authority of this subchapter.   [PL 1989, c. 890, Pt. A, §40 (AFF); PL 1989, c. 890, Pt. B, §126 (AMD).]

Source: official Maine text · Last verified 2026-08-27

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What does Maine Revised Statutes § 556. cover?

Section 556. ("Municipal ordinances; powers limited") is part of the Maine Revised Statutes, the codified statutory law of Maine. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.

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