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MA H4060

MA H4060
Establishing a real property transfer fee in the town of Chatham


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Introduced
08/05/2021
In Committee
03/10/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022

Introduced Session

192nd General Court

Bill Summary

That the town of Chatham be authorized to establish a real property transfer fee in said town. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]

AI Summary

This bill establishes a real property transfer fee of 0.5% on property sales in the town of Chatham, Massachusetts for properties sold for $2 million or more. The fee is paid by the purchaser and the revenue is deposited into a special Housing Fund to create and preserve affordable and attainable housing in the town. The bill outlines various exemptions from the fee, such as transfers to government entities, gifts, family transfers, and others. It also establishes penalties for non-payment of the fee and provides the town with mechanisms to collect unpaid fees. The fee is authorized for an initial 10-year period and can be renewed or modified by a town meeting vote. Overall, the bill aims to generate revenue to address affordable and attainable housing needs in the town of Chatham.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

No further action taken (on 01/03/2023)

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