Massachusetts § 95 - Permits for encroachments on land
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 95 — Permits for encroachments on land, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 95. Permits for encroachments on land
Section 95. The commission may grant permits, upon such terms and conditions as it deems proper, for the projection of eaves, cornices or ornaments of buildings, beyond the line of restriction or setback established for the benefit of the commonwealth, upon the land of a private owner which abuts on lands under the control of the commission, and also for the projection of eaves, cornices or ornaments of buildings over land under the control of the commission; provided, that no grant hereunder shall be made for any projection of more than three feet, nor for a projection over land of the commonwealth held or in the opinion of the commission likely to be required for a boulevard or driveway, at a height less than thirty feet above the grade which the commission may determine as that established or likely to be established as the grade of such boulevard or driveway adjacent to said private land.
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 95
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 95 cover?
Section 95 ("Permits for encroachments on land") 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 § 95?
A common citation format is "Massachusetts General Laws § 95" (Massachusetts). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Massachusetts law?
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How does Massachusetts § 95 apply to my situation?
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