Summary:
Petition to prevent construction of overhead transmission lines where residential properties are within the fall zone of such towers and wires. Massachusetts House Bill #2693.
Petition summary and background:
Electrical towers and wires present a safety hazard and should not be constructed where they could fall on a residential property. Additionally, the presence of a tower within the fall zone of a residence renders the residence ineligible for FHA and VA loans, resulting in a devastating loss of value.
Action petitioned for:
A ban on the construction of new overhead transmission lines where towers or wires wires could fall on an existing residential property.
Date of Hearing:
Hearing scheduled for 05/30/2017 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in Room A-2 at the State House. Please see https://malegislature.gov/Events/Hearings/Detail/2617 for more details. All concerned parties are encouraged to attend if available.
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