The purpose of this chapter is to promote the
health, safety, convenience, morals and welfare of the Town of Adams
as authorized by MGL c. 40A and any amendments thereof.
This chapter may from time to time be changed
by amendment, addition, or repeal by Town Meeting in the manner provided
in MGL c. 40A, § 5.
The invalidity of any section or provision of
this chapter shall not invalidate any other section or provision thereof.
Any person aggrieved by a decision of the Zoning
Board of Appeals or of any special permit granting authority, whether
or not previously a party to the proceeding, or any municipal officer
or board may, as provided in MGL c. 40A, § 17, appeal to
the Superior Court or to the Land Court by bringing an action within
20 days after the decision has been filed in the office of the Town
Clerk.