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MA S1319

MA S1319
Regarding municipal zoning powers


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Introduced
02/16/2023
In Committee
02/16/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024

Introduced Session

193rd General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation relative to municipal zoning powers and the installation of solar energy systems. Municipalities and Regional Government.

AI Summary

This bill amends Chapter 40A of the General Laws to remove the provision that allows municipalities to prohibit or unreasonably regulate the installation of solar energy systems or the construction of structures that facilitate the collection of solar energy, except where necessary to protect public health, safety, or welfare. The bill aims to expand municipal zoning powers and the installation of solar energy systems across Massachusetts.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see S2815 (on 06/10/2024)

Taxonomy

Energy
  • ‐ Alternative and Renewable Energy
Local Government
  • ‐ General Local Government

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Document Type Source Location Created
State Bill Page https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S1319 03/10/2023
BillText https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S1319.pdf 03/10/2023
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