Massachusetts § 131 - Structures or alterations within public way or state highway
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 131 — Structures or alterations within public way or state highway, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 131. Structures or alterations within public way or state highway
Section 131. The board of aldermen of a city or the selectmen of a town, if a public way, and the department of highways, if a state highway, may authorize structures or alterations within, or partly within, the limits thereof, which are necessary for carrying a street railway over or under a railroad, if such way is not thereby made unsafe for other public travel.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 131
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 131 cover?
Section 131 ("Structures or alterations within public way or state highway") is part of the Massachusetts General Laws, the codified statutory law of Massachusetts. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Massachusetts § 131?
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Is this the official text of Massachusetts law?
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How does Massachusetts § 131 apply to my situation?
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