H1482
An Act to establish an accessory dwelling unit trust fund
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Bill overview
This bill creates a trust fund dedicated to supporting the development and implementation of accessory dwelling units (ADUs) throughout Massachusetts. The fund’s purpose is to provide resources for local governments and homeowners interested in building ADUs, aiming to increase housing options and address the state’s housing shortage. Specifically, the trust fund will be used to offer technical assistance, financial incentives, and educational programs related to ADU construction and permitting. It intends to streamline the process and encourage the creation of more ADUs across the state.
Key provisions
- Establishes an Accessory Dwelling Unit Trust Fund.
- Provides funding for technical assistance related to ADU development.
- May offer financial incentives for ADU construction.
- Supports educational programs on ADUs for local governments and residents.
- Intended to increase the supply of ADUs in Massachusetts.
Who is affected
- Local governments
- Homeowners
- Massachusetts residents
- Housing developers
- The housing market
Notable changes
- Creates a dedicated funding source specifically for ADUs.
- May streamline the permitting process for ADUs.
- Could incentivize the construction of ADUs through financial assistance.
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Cosponsors
Bruce E. Tarr
Carmine Lawrence Gentile
James B. Eldridge
John Francis Moran
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Bill H.1482 194th (Current)
An Act to establish an accessory dwelling unit trust fund
By Representatives Cruz of Salem and Ramos of Springfield, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1482) of Manny Cruz, Orlando Ramos and others for legislation to establish an accessory dwelling unit trust fund. Housing.
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Bill Information
Bill Information
Presenters: Manny Cruz , Orlando Ramos Status: Referred to House Committee on Ways and Means
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Bill History
Displaying 5 actions for Bill H.1482
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Housing |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 6/18/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 06/25/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-1 |
| 9/18/2025 | House | Reporting date extended to Friday, October 31, 2025 |
| 11/6/2025 | House | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means |
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