Massachusetts § 21E - Notification of operation near high voltage lines
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 21E — Notification of operation near high voltage lines, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 21E. Notification of operation near high voltage lines
Section 21E. Before any operations are to be performed within six feet of any overhead high voltage lines, the person or persons responsible for the work to be done shall promptly notify the utility or other company owning or operating the overhead high voltage lines.
The work shall be performed only after satisfactory arrangements have been negotiated between the owner or operator of the lines and the contractor.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 21E
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 21E cover?
Section 21E ("Notification of operation near high voltage lines") 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 § 21E?
A common citation format is "Massachusetts General Laws § 21E" (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 § 21E apply to my situation?
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