Code of Massachusetts Regulations
974 CMR - DEVENS ENTERPRISE COMMISSION
Title 974 CMR 3.00 - Site Plan Approval
Section 3.01 - Purpose, Process, and Goals
Universal Citation: 974 MA Code of Regs 974.3
Current through Register 1531, September 27, 2024
(1) Site Plan Approval is the component of the Unified Development Permit System that manages the placement of structures and improvements on the project site. The Applicant shall follow the procedures for Level Two review in 974 CMR 1.05: Level Two Review.
(2) The goals and objectives of site planning at Devens are:
(a) To fit development to the
land, minimize alterations to natural terrain and to soften the visual impact
of development as viewed from Streets and Roads.
(b) To protect natural resources, including
groundwater and surface water resources, wildlife habitats, wetlands and other
Resource Areas and whenever possible, enhance ecological systems.
(c) To respond to present and future needs
and uses, enable adaptive reuse and density changes over time without
compromising sustainability.
(d) To
be energy-efficient, both during construction and over time.
(e) To integrate economic, social, and
environmental concerns.
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