Permit Transfers and Renewals

(1) Permits shall not transfer automatically to successors in title, unless the permit expressly allows the transfer without the approval of the issuing authority. (2) Issuing authorities may develop procedures for simplified permit renewals and annual reporting requirements. If the procedures are not developed, renewals of permits shall be governed by the procedures and timelines as specified in 400 CMR 2.00. (3) Permits issued pursuant to M.G.L. c. 43D shall expire five years from the date of the expiration of the applicable appeal period unless exercised sooner. Where permits cover multiple buildings, commencement and continuation of construction of one building shall prevent expiration of all permits on that site. No permit issued under 400 CMR 2.00 shall be affected by changes in the law subsequent to the issuance of such permits. Nothing in 400 CMR 2.14 shall limit the effectiveness of M.G.L. c. 40A, § 6.