Mass. Const. amend. art. 51
- Constitution
- Constitution of Massachusetts
- Text as of
- October 2026
What does this section say?
The preservation and maintenance of ancient landmarks and other property of historical or antiquarian interest is a public use, and the commonwealth and the cities and towns therein may, upon payment of just compensation, take such property or any interest therein under such regulations as the general court may prescribe.
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