Massachusetts H5641 authorizes a temporary moratorium on large-scale solar and battery energy storage systems in Becket.

Massachusetts H5641 allows the town of Becket to implement a temporary moratorium on large-scale photovoltaic installations and battery energy storage systems, excluding those accessory to individual residential use. The moratorium lasts six months or until zoning by-laws are amended, whichever is earlier. During this period, the town must study and review necessary zoning revisions to regulate these installations while protecting ecological resources and achieving planning goals. The act takes effect upon passage.

Massachusetts H5641 authorizes a temporary moratorium on large-scale solar and battery energy storage systems in Becket.

Massachusetts H5641 allows the town of Becket to implement a temporary moratorium on large-scale photovoltaic installations and battery energy storage systems, excluding those accessory to individual residential use. The moratorium lasts six months or until zoning by-laws are amended, whichever is earlier. During this period, the town must study and review necessary zoning revisions to regulate these installations while protecting ecological resources and achieving planning goals. The act takes effect upon passage.