Establishes regulations for the reuse of soil in large reclamation projects in Massachusetts.

This bill outlines regulations for the reuse of soil in large reclamation projects, specifically those involving quarries, gravel pits, or sand pits that receive over 100,000 cubic yards of soil. It mandates that such projects must obtain approval from the Department of Environmental Protection, which will issue an administrative consent order. This order includes a detailed soil and fill management plan, stormwater management, wetlands impact provisions, and a plan for oversight by a qualified environmental professional.

Establishes regulations for the reuse of soil in large reclamation projects in Massachusetts.

This bill outlines regulations for the reuse of soil in large reclamation projects, specifically those involving quarries, gravel pits, or sand pits that receive over 100,000 cubic yards of soil. It mandates that such projects must obtain approval from the Department of Environmental Protection, which will issue an administrative consent order. This order includes a detailed soil and fill management plan, stormwater management, wetlands impact provisions, and a plan for oversight by a qualified environmental professional.