Land Use and Conservation Planning under Massachusetts’ Chapter 61 Laws

Date of Publication: 11/01/2007

Author: Mount Grace Land Conservation Trust

Last Reviewed by MLTC: 01/07/2026.

This publication provides an overview of how municipalities and conservation organizations have used Chapter 61, 61A, and 61B in land use planning and conservation decision-making. It serves as a general reference for program structure, municipal options, and common processes related to land enrolled in Chapter 61 programs. While some details may be outdated due to subsequent statutory or policy changes, the document remains a useful source of general background and context.

Document: mount_grace_ch61_info.pdf