Do all projects within protected wetlands or a buffer zone require permitting?

There are some exemptions under the Wetlands Protection Act’s regulations, 310 CMR 10. They include pruning of landscaped areas, planting of trees and shrubs, and some temporary activities such as installation of monitoring wells, sediment sampling, surveying and exploratory boring. If you are in doubt, call the Conservation Commission at 413.229.7000, ext. 114.