Preservation of Historically Significant Buildings
Swampscott General By-Laws, Article IX Uses of Land, Section 4:
Demolition Delay Bylaw
- Overview of the Demolition Permit Process Chart in Swampscott.
- Compiled List of Massachusetts Communities with an Instituted Preservation Bylaw.
Over the years, familiar landmarks, public buildings and grand old estates have disappeared from our common landscape, changing the face of Swampscott forever. A demolition review bylaw helps protect the historically significant buildings that still exist in our town. Such a bylaw is an important component in our the Town Planning process. We hope that the following will provide you with the information necessary to understand its intent and how it works.
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