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Bill > H1567
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Introduced
02/27/2025
02/27/2025
In Committee
02/27/2025
02/27/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
194th General Court
Bill Summary
Relative to fair housing assessments for large-scale housing developments. Housing.
AI Summary
This bill establishes a statewide framework for promoting fair housing by requiring developers of large-scale housing developments (defined as condominium associations or apartment buildings with 35 or more residential units) to complete a comprehensive fair housing assessment. The assessment must describe the projected impact of the development on housing discrimination, potential displacement, and outline specific strategies to minimize harm and actively promote fair housing principles. Developers must submit this assessment to both the Department of Housing and Community Development and the local municipality at least 180 days before beginning construction. The bill defines key terms like "affirmatively further" as taking actions rationally related to promoting fair housing attributes, and "fair housing" as housing that is affordable, safe, decent, free from discrimination, and accessible. The executive office of housing and liveable communities is authorized to issue fines for non-compliance and is required to establish specific regulations and a fine schedule within 60 days of the act's effective date. The primary goal of this legislation is to proactively address potential housing inequities and ensure that new large-scale housing developments contribute positively to fair and inclusive housing opportunities.
Committee Categories
Housing and Urban Affairs
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Reporting date extended to Friday, October 31, 2025 (on 09/18/2025)
Official Document
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Document Type | Source Location |
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State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1567 |
BillText | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1567.pdf |
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