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MA H1315
To preserve affordable housing through a local option tenant's right to purchase
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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 preserve affordable housing through a local option tenant's right to purchase. Housing.
AI Summary
This bill aims to preserve affordable housing by granting tenants in municipalities that adopt the local option a "right to purchase" their rental property when the owner decides to sell. The bill outlines the process and requirements for tenants to form an association and designate a representative to negotiate the purchase, as well as provisions to protect tenants who choose not to participate. The bill also lists various exemptions, such as for properties with few units, publicly-assisted housing, and units owned by a resident landlord. The bill allows municipalities to tailor the ordinance further, such as by providing additional tenant protections or exemptions.
Committee Categories
Housing and Urban Affairs
Sponsors (19)
Christine Barber (D),
Mike Connolly (D),
Michelle DuBois (D),
Jamie Eldridge (D),
Nika Elugardo (D),
Carlos González (D),
Jim Hawkins (D),
Pat Jehlen (D),
Mary Keefe (D),
David LeBoeuf (D),
Jack Lewis (D),
Denise Provost (D),
Becca Rausch (D),
Dave Robertson (D),
Dave Rogers (D),
Lindsay Sabadosa (D),
Jon Santiago (D),
José Tosado (D),
Chynah Tyler (D),
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H5089 (on 11/04/2020)
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Document Type | Source Location |
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State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1315 |
Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1315.pdf |
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