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This bill aims to promote the development of accessory dwelling units (ADUs) in Massachusetts. It defines an ADU as a self-contained housing unit that is subordinate to a single-family dwelling, and allows cities and towns to adopt an "accessory dwelling zoning district" where the use of ADUs is permitted as-of-right. The bill also prohibits local zoning regulations from unreasonably restricting the location, dimensions, or design of ADUs, and specifies that accessory dwelling zoning districts can be adopted or amended by a simple majority vote of the local legislative body. Additionally, the bill states that municipalities with an approved accessory dwelling zoning district are not eligible for certain zoning incentive payments under the state's smart growth zoning program unless the district meets the program's requirements.

Budget and Finance, Housing and Urban Affairs

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S722