2 credits towards your CE Requirements
Zoning & Building Codes
Course Learning Objectives
What Is Zoning?
Why Do We Have Zoning?
Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 40A
Massachusetts Zoning Is Local
Common Zoning Districts
Zoning Can Affect Property Value
Zoning vs. Building Codes
Real Estate Scenario: The Buyer With Plans
Local Zoning Ordinances & Bylaws
Setbacks
Lot Size & Frontage
Pre-Existing Nonconforming Uses
Grandfathering Has Limits
Special Protection for Certain Residential Lots
Abandonment or Non-Use
Zoning Enforcement
Zoning Board of Appeals
Real Estate Scenario: The “Three-Family”
Special Permits
Variances
Special Permit vs. Variance
Never Guarantee Zoning Relief
Planning Boards
Subdivision Control
Approval Not Required — ANR
Solar Access & Zoning
Chapter 40B
Real Estate Scenario: The Buildable Lot
Massachusetts State Building Code
The 10th Edition
Residential vs. Base Code
Building Permits
Zoning Approval ≠ Building Permit
The Building Official
Inspections During Construction
Certificate of Occupancy and Use
Change of Use or Occupancy
Real Estate Scenario: The Finished Basement
Existing Buildings & Renovations
Additions & Major Renovations
Demolition
Wetlands & Conservation Commission
Multiple Permits May Be Required
Massachusetts Energy Codes
Unpermitted Work
Real Estate Scenario: The Illegal Unit
Agent's Zoning & Building-Code Checklist
Course Review & Key Takeaways
Earn 2 hours of continuing education credit with RE16RC13 – Zoning & Building Codes. Learn online at your own pace with R-Pal Real Estate Academy.
