S993
An Act accelerating housing production
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Bill overview
This bill aims to increase the amount of housing built in Massachusetts by offering incentives, changing zoning regulations, and providing financial support. It seeks to address the state’s housing shortage through a multi-faceted approach. The legislation proposes reforms to streamline the housing development process and encourage more housing construction. It builds upon similar proposals to boost housing production across the state.
Key provisions
- Provides incentives for developers to build housing.
- Reforms zoning regulations to allow for greater housing density.
- Offers financing solutions to support housing projects.
- Expedites the approval process for housing developments.
Who is affected
- Developers
- Homebuyers
- Massachusetts residents
- Housing market participants
- Local municipalities
Notable changes
- The bill proposes changes to zoning laws to permit more diverse housing types.
- It includes provisions for financial assistance to encourage housing construction.
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Primary sponsor
Barry R. Finegold
Cosponsor
Barry R. Finegold
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Bill S.993 194th (Current)
An Act accelerating housing production
By Mr. Finegold, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 993) of Barry R. Finegold for legislation to accelerate housing production through a combination of incentives, zoning reforms, and financing solutions. Housing.
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Bill Information
Presenter: Barry R. Finegold
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Bill History
Displaying 4 actions for Bill S.993
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Housing |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 6/18/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 06/25/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-1 |
| 12/11/2025 | Senate | Accompanied a new draft, see S2835 |
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