Sinn v. Board of Selectmen of Acton

This petition for a writ of mandamus challenges a provision in the zoning by-law of the town of Acton (town) which exempts all municipal uses from the use restrictions of its zoning by-law. The case was heard on two stipulations of facts which incorporated numerous exhibits. On the basis of these stipulations the judge made findings of fact and ordered the petition dismissed. The petitioners appealed from judgment of dismissal. G. L. c. 213, § ID.

The litigation arises out of steps taken by the town to increase its dumping area and construct public works buildings, offices, and a parking lot…