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Norwell Weighs Historic Protection Against Property Rights in Stetson-Ford House Sale

Justin Evans
Feb 13, 2026
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NORWELL - February 4, 2026 - The Norwell Select Board took a definitive step toward selling the historic Stetson-Ford House this week, voting 4-1 to place a “no-demolition” restriction on the property while rejecting more stringent aesthetic controls. The decision highlights a growing tension between the town’s desire to preserve its colonial heritage a…

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