Legislation to allow Scituate's select board to assess abutting estates for sidewalk construction or reconstruction costs.

This bill enables the select board of Scituate to assess a reasonable amount, up to the full cost, on abutting properties for the construction of a new sidewalk or the reconstruction of an existing one with more durable materials. This authority overrides certain provisions of the General Laws. The act takes effect upon passage, subject to reasonable variations by the General Court.

Legislation to allow Scituate's select board to assess abutting estates for sidewalk construction or reconstruction costs.

This bill enables the select board of Scituate to assess a reasonable amount, up to the full cost, on abutting properties for the construction of a new sidewalk or the reconstruction of an existing one with more durable materials. This authority overrides certain provisions of the General Laws. The act takes effect upon passage, subject to reasonable variations by the General Court.