What is the Water Resources Protection District (WRPD)?

The WRPD is a zoning overlay district that includes all of the Town’s wells and aquifer recharge areas, and is intended to ensure that the drinking water of the Town is protected from harmful contaminants. Land included in the overlay district includes all land defined as a “Zone II” contribution zone to any of the Town’s wells. Any new development applications within the WRPD must receive a Special Permit under the WRPD bylaw, and must comply with strict requirements to ensure protection of the Town’s water supply.