What is the Conservation Commission and what does it do?
The Attleboro Conservation Commission is composed of 7 volunteer members, appointed by the Mayor and approved by the Municipal Council. The commission was established to promote and protect Attleboro's diverse natural resources, and provide review for projects proposed within or near wetlands.

The Conservation Commission is the permitting authority specifically charged with protecting and promoting Attleboro's natural resources. The primary activity of the Commission is the administration of the Wetlands Protection Act (MGL c.131, §40), the Attleboro Wetlands Protection Ordinance (§18-01 of the Revised Ordinances of the City of Attleboro) and the Stormwater Management Ordinance (§19 of the Revised Ordinances of the City of Attleboro). The Commission also engages in open space planning, and the active management of over 700 acres of city owned conservation land.

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1. What is the Conservation Commission and what does it do?
2. What is the Wetlands Protection Act?
3. What resource areas are protected under the act?
4. How do I determine if there is a resource area on my property?
5. What is protected by the Local Wetlands Protection Ordinance?
6. What is overseen by the Stormwater Management Ordinance?
7. When should you consult the Conservation Commission?