Bill > S818

This bill aims to streamline housing permitting in Massachusetts. It creates a new designation called a "Housing Priority Zone," which allows for increased density, a minimum of 40% affordable housing, and the use of cluster development or open space residential design. Homes in these zones will be credited at a rate of 1.75 units for the purposes of meeting the state's affordable housing requirements. The bill also requires residents of affordable housing in these zones to regularly report on the property's ownership and income eligibility. Additionally, the bill establishes a prorated real estate tax assessment for properties designated as priority development sites, based on the remaining days in the fiscal year from the date of the occupancy permit.

Housing and Urban Affairs

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S818