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Introduced
01/22/2019
01/22/2019
In Committee
01/22/2019
01/22/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
191st General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation to expedite the permitting process for housing. Housing.
AI Summary
This bill aims to expedite the permitting process for housing development. It creates a new designation called a "Housing Priority Zone," which allows for increased housing density, a minimum of 40% affordable units, and the use of zoning methods like cluster development. Additionally, housing units developed within a Housing Priority Zone will be credited at a higher rate of 1.75 units when determining consistency with local affordable housing needs. The provisions of the bill are set to expire after five years unless further extended or modified.
Committee Categories
Housing and Urban Affairs
Sponsors (9)
Paul Frost (R),
Susan Gifford (R),
Steven Howitt (R),
Randy Hunt (R),
Brad Jones (R),
Matt Muratore (R),
Elizabeth Poirier (R),
Todd Smola (R),
Mike Soter (R),
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H4975 (on 09/28/2020)
Official Document
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Document Type | Source Location |
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State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1297 |
Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1297.pdf |
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