An Act providing a simplified procedure for the layout and acceptance of subdivision roads in the City of Marlborough
This bill creates a streamlined process for the City of Marlborough to accept subdivision roads as public ways. It allows the city to bypass standard procedures when roads are built within approved subdivisions, requiring only a planning board hearing (with 7 days' notice to adjacent property owners), a written certification of compliance, and a city council vote. If approved, the road and associated municipal easements (like utility access) automatically become city property with no compensation due to property owners. This directly affects homeowners in Marlborough subdivisions and the city's ability to manage road ownership. The process must be completed within 90 days of the council's acceptance vote.
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