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Introduced
01/23/2017
01/23/2017
In Committee
01/23/2017
01/23/2017
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018
12/31/2018
Introduced Session
190th General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation relative to affordable housing built near wetlands. Housing.
AI Summary
This bill amends Section 21 of Chapter 40B of the Massachusetts General Laws to require that applications to build low and moderate-income housing units using a comprehensive permit must comply with local bylaws and ordinances concerning building in or disturbing environmentally sensitive areas, such as wetlands, watersheds, and wildlife sanctuaries. The bill also clarifies that compliance with these local regulations shall not be considered an "uneconomic condition" that would exempt the project from these requirements. Finally, the bill gives local boards the sole discretion to waive these local bylaws and ordinances.
Committee Categories
Housing and Urban Affairs
Sponsors (5)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see S2404 (on 04/09/2018)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S736 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S736.pdf |
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