H5641

Establishing a temporary moratorium on large scale photovoltaic installations and battery energy storage systems (BESS) in the town of Becket

Introduced·8/4/26
Introduced Text

Establishes a temporary moratorium on large scale photovoltaic installations and battery energy storage systems in Becket, Massachusetts.

The bill establishes a temporary moratorium on large scale photovoltaic installations and battery energy storage systems in the town of Becket, Massachusetts. The moratorium will last for six months or until the town adopts amendments to its Zoning By-laws concerning these installations, whichever comes first. During this period, the town is required to undertake a planning process to study and review the necessary revisions to its Zoning By-laws. The moratorium aims to protect the town's ecological resources and align with its planning goals.

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Current
Municipalities and Regional Government Committee
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Committee decision

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History

Aug 4

House

Referred to the Joint Committee on Municipalities and Regional Government