What activities are prohibited in Resource Areas?
You may not clear, cut, fill, dump (not even leaves, grass clippings or dirt), alter, grade, landscape or build upon the resource areas listed above without a permit from the Conservation Commission. The term "alter" includes destruction of vegetation, changes in drainage characteristics or flow patterns, changing of water quality or characteristics, dumping, and placing of any kind of structure.

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1. What is the definition of “wetlands”?
2. When do I need to file with the Conservation Commission?
3. What activities are prohibited in Resource Areas?
4. What activities are permitted in or near Resource Areas?
5. What permit application should I use?
6. Does South Hadley have a current Open Space and Recreation Plan?
7. Are there maps of the conservation lands available?
8. Does South Hadley have a local wetlands bylaw?