Massachusetts § 81H - Part of official map; laying out, altering or relocating public ways
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 81H — Part of official map; laying out, altering or relocating public ways, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 81H. Part of official map; laying out, altering or relocating public ways
Section 81H. Upon final action by the proper authorities in laying out, altering or relocating a public way, or in discontinuing the whole or any part thereof, or in establishing or enlarging a public park, or closing thereof in whole or in part, the lines and notations showing such improvement, discontinuance or closing, as so established or effected, shall, without further action by the city council or the town meeting, be made a part of the official map, if any, of the city or town in which such public way or park is located.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 81H
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 81H cover?
Section 81H ("Part of official map; laying out, altering or relocating public ways") 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 § 81H?
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Is this the official text of Massachusetts law?
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