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Introduced
02/16/2023
02/16/2023
In Committee
02/16/2023
02/16/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024
12/31/2024
Introduced Session
193rd General Court
Bill Summary
Relative to the use and effectiveness of the zoning approval process of educational uses under the so-called Dover amendment. Municipalities and Regional Government.
AI Summary
This bill establishes a special commission to study the use and effectiveness of the zoning approval process for educational uses under the "Dover amendment" - a provision in Massachusetts law that exempts educational organizations from certain zoning regulations. The commission will include representatives from the state government, the legislature, local officials, and non-profit organizations. The commission will review the types of building projects that have been sited under the Dover amendment, the relevant case law, and the impact of the educational exemption on municipalities and non-profit educational institutions. The commission will solicit public testimony and provide recommendations for legislation, including a proposed definition of "educational purposes," by January 1, 2024.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see S2647 (on 02/15/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S1312 |
| BillText | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S1312.pdf |
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