Massachusetts proposes streamlined regulations for siting and permitting small clean energy infrastructure.

The Massachusetts Department of Energy Resources proposes new regulations to streamline the siting and permitting process for small clean energy infrastructure. The regulations aim to expedite development while protecting public health, safety, and the environment. Key provisions include a single consolidated permit application, a 12-month review period, and a framework for common conditions and requirements. The regulations also establish a process for De Novo Adjudication of permit decisions and require local governments to enforce permit conditions.

Massachusetts proposes streamlined regulations for siting and permitting small clean energy infrastructure.

The Massachusetts Department of Energy Resources proposes new regulations to streamline the siting and permitting process for small clean energy infrastructure. The regulations aim to expedite development while protecting public health, safety, and the environment. Key provisions include a single consolidated permit application, a 12-month review period, and a framework for common conditions and requirements. The regulations also establish a process for De Novo Adjudication of permit decisions and require local governments to enforce permit conditions.