Bill > H3963

This bill aims to address the housing emergency in Massachusetts by introducing several key provisions. It defines important housing terms like "cottage cluster," "duplexes," "middle housing," "quadplexes," "townhouses," and "triplexes." It prohibits municipalities from banning multi-family housing or imposing additional requirements on government-assisted housing. The bill mandates that municipalities adopt zoning regulations to allow for the development of accessory dwelling units, duplexes, and middle housing, based on population thresholds. It requires municipalities to submit annual reports on their housing plans and construction, and provides for technical assistance funding. The bill also directs the state to review building codes to facilitate the conversion of single-family homes into middle housing.

Government Affairs, Housing and Urban Affairs

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H3963