Conservation Commission

The Conservation Commission consists of a maximum of seven members appointed by the Mayor.

Prime Goal

The Commission administers the Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act (MGL Ch 131, Sec.40), the Woburn Wetlands Ordinance (Title VII), and the state and local wetlands regulations. It has the authority to regulate activities within wetlands, riverfront (land within 200 feet of a river), and the buffer zone of land that is within 150 feet of a wetland. The Commission holds Public Hearings, conducts site visits, and issues permits.

The Conservation Commission supports the acquisition and preservation of open space, and is concerned with the protection of our natural resources; wetlands in particular. The Commission organizes Conservation Day, and runs the Community Gardens Program. The Commission participates in Earth Day activities, and has promoted the planting of trees in the City through a tree program.

 
  Meetings

  Meeting notices are posted in City Hall at least 48 hours prior
  to Public Meetings. Check with the Calendar or contact the
  Conservation Department office for the dates of upcoming
  meetings.

  Office

  The Conservation Department office is located on the basement
  floor in City Hall.

Contact Information
Conservation Commission

City Hall
10 Common Street
Woburn, MA  01801