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MA H3224
MA H3224Relative to the electrification of new and substantially remodeled or rehabilitated buildings in the city of Northampton
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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
That the city of Northampton be authorized to require new and substantially remodeled or rehabilitated buildings to use electricity for all building energy needs. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy. [Local Approval Received.]
AI Summary
This bill authorizes the city of Northampton to require new and substantially remodeled or rehabilitated buildings to use electricity for all building energy needs, including heating, cooling, hot water, cooking, and clothes drying. The bill defines "substantially remodeled or rehabilitated" as a renovation that requires a building permit and affects 51% or more of the building's gross floor area, excluding garages and parking. The city may withhold building permits for projects that do not comply and may provide a waiver and appeals process for cases where compliance is impractical or imposes extraordinary challenges. The bill includes several exceptions, such as for outdoor cooking and heating appliances, hospital buildings, industrial and commercial facilities, emergency power, and certain repairs or renovations.
Committee Categories
Transportation and Infrastructure
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H4778 (on 07/02/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H3224 |
| BillText | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H3224.pdf |
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