Massachusetts H4036 authorizes Brookline to adopt green zoning by-laws and regulations.
Massachusetts H4036 authorizes the town of Brookline to adopt green zoning by-laws and regulations aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions, increasing energy efficiency, and addressing climate crisis harms. These by-laws can regulate construction materials, methods, and design elements, including heating and cooling systems, solar energy systems, and electric vehicle charging systems. Brookline can also regulate air emissions, greenhouse gas emissions from structures, and utility products like natural gas and electricity.
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