Bill > H1543

This bill aims to improve municipal access to housing data by requiring the executive office to create and maintain a centralized, machine-readable database with detailed information about subsidized housing developments. For new housing developments, the database will include comprehensive details such as total unit count, income-based occupancy restrictions, number of bedrooms and bathrooms, unit square footage, and precise location information. For existing housing developments, the database will track total unit count, income-based use restrictions, restriction terms, and location details. The database must be updated at least annually for each municipality, ensuring that public entities have current and accessible housing information. The bill specifies that data should be screen reader compatible to support accessibility, and for scattered site developments, each parcel will be reported separately with its specific address and unit count. Notably, some provisions of this bill are set to take effect on December 31, 2027, allowing time for implementation and system development.

Budget and Finance, Housing and Urban Affairs

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1543