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MA H3939

MA H3939
Relative to the Massachusetts Solar Access Law


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Introduced
08/03/2017
In Committee
10/02/2017
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018

Introduced Session

190th General Court

Bill Summary

Relative to zoning ordinances regulating the installation of solar energy systems and the building of structures that facilitate the collection of solar energy. Municipalities and Regional Government.

AI Summary

This bill amends Section 3 of Chapter 40A of the Massachusetts General Laws to require local authorities to prove in court that restricting the use of solar energy systems would not damage public health, safety, and welfare. The bill aims to make it more difficult for municipalities to regulate the installation of solar energy systems and the construction of structures that facilitate the collection of solar energy.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H4590 (on 06/11/2018)

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