[Massplanners] Mandating changing tables through zoning?

[Richard McCarthy]

Matthew,



Is this a real question?



Richard J. McCarthy, Jr.

Town Planner

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Norfolk, MA 02056

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*From:* MassPlanners <massplanners-bounces at masscptc.org> *On Behalf Of *Matthew
Heins via MassPlanners
*Sent:* Thursday, July 25, 2024 2:49 PM
*To:* MassPlanners at masscptc.org
*Subject:* [Massplanners] Question - Mandating changing tables through
zoning?



Dear MassPlanners members,



A somewhat unusual question for all of you on this Thursday afternoon…



Are you aware of any zoning bylaw, in Massachusetts or elsewhere, which
mandates that there be changing tables (i.e., tables for changing babies’
diapers) in all restrooms in public establishments like restaurants,
retailers, etc.? Are you aware of any proposals or discussions about
putting such a requirement in a city or town’s zoning bylaws or general
bylaws? Do you have any thoughts regarding whether zoning bylaws (as
opposed to general bylaws, building codes, state law, federal law, etc.)
can even mandate something like this?



I appreciate any feedback, information or advice you can provide. Thanks!



Sincerely,



*Matthew Heins*

Town Planner

Town of Hanover, Massachusetts

matthew.heins at hanover-ma.gov

781-826-7641 (or 781-826-5000 ext. 1016)

Planning Office, Hanover Town Hall, 550 Hanover St., Hanover, MA 02339
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