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wetlands: What are Wetlands in Massachusetts? - 12/22/10 02:01 PM
What are Wetlands in Massachusetts? 
I was asked this question recently while showing a home with a lot that had thick, grown-in brush covering most of the back lot. The owners had taken the time when they bought the property to clear out the trees to begin to create an open space but had not quite finished the job.  
The result was an overgrowth which begged the question, "Could this be wetlands?"  
In Massachusetts there are laws that protect designated wetlands.  One of the rules is that you cannot do anything to disturb it.  That would include chopping down any existing vegetation on the … (4 comments)

wetlands: Dealing with Wetlands Issues and Your Massachusetts Home Purchase - 06/09/10 12:35 PM
Dealing with Wetlands Issues and Your Massachusetts Home Purchase 
I recently showed a home to a client who was interested in a particular area and neighborhood.  The home was in good condition and had wonderful curb appeal.  There was only one outstanding issue.  There were wetlands in the back of the property. 
What exactly are wetlands? 
Wetland is a regulatory term for land that is sometimes submerged by water.  This could include inland marshes, creeks, rivers, ponds, meadows, swamps, brooks, intermittent streams and drainage ditches. It can also indicate land which may become wet only seasonally. 
Because of the laws protecting … (6 comments)

 
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