Department of Conservation and Recreation
Data Current as of: 8/9/2016
Web Site:
www.mass.gov/dcr
Mission:
The mission of the Department of Conservation and Recreation is to protect, promote and enhance our common wealth of natural, cultural and recreational resources for the well-being of all. In meeting today's responsibilities and planning for tomorrow, DCR's focus is on improving outdoor recreational opportunities and natural resource conservation, restoring and improving our facilities, expanding public involvement in carrying out DCR's mission, and establishing first-rate management systems and practices. The health and happiness of people across Massachusetts depend on the accessibility and quality of our green infrastructure, our natural resources, recreational facilities, and great historic landscapes. The DCR continues to improve the vital connection between people and the environment.
Governing Laws:
Statutes
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MGL C. 6 S. 182A-C
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Schooner Ernestina Commission
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MGL C. 21 S. 1-3E,8
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Department of Conservation and Recreation
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MGL C. 21A S. 2(7)
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Areas of Critical Environmental Concern
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MGL C. 92 S. 33-95A
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Div. of State Parks and Recreation; Ranger Bureau; roadways; Charles River
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MGL C. 132 S. 1-51
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Forestry, Forester Licensing, Forest Cutting Practices
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MGL C. 132A S. 1-8
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State Parks; and Forestry, Forest Fire Control and Recreation Bureaus
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MGL C. 132A S. 12A-17
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Ocean Sanctuaries Act
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MGL C. 253 S. 44-47
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Dam Safety
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MGL C. 61 S. 1-8
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Classification and Taxation of Forest Lands and Forest Products
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MGL C. 48 S. 8-28C
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Forest Wardens (fire control)
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MGL C. 92A S. 1-20
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Watershed Management (Chapter 92A 1/2 - cannot enter "1/2" under "chapter" heading)
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St. 2003 C. 41 S. 1
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DEM and MDC Merger
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St. 1994 C. 85 S. 44
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Historic Curatorship program
Regulations
- CMR
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DCR's regulations website