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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 local control over low and moderate income housing eligibility standards for affordable rental and purchase prices. Housing.
AI Summary
This bill aims to give local municipalities and regional planning councils more control over the income eligibility standards for affordable rental and home purchase prices established under Chapter 40B of the Massachusetts General Laws. Specifically, it allows these entities to raise the upper area median income threshold for affordable housing eligibility to up to 90% of the median income, and to increase the threshold for affordable home sales prices from 30% to 35% of a household's monthly income spent on housing expenses. This is intended to provide local governments with more flexibility in addressing equity concerns around affordable housing in their communities.
Committee Categories
Housing and Urban Affairs
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H5035 (on 09/09/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H1357 |
| BillText | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H1357.pdf |
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