An Act granting the city of Somerville the authority to require the adoption of institutional master plans subject to the review and approval by the municipality
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Progress
Where this bill stands in the legislative process.
- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill authorizes the city of Somerville, Massachusetts, to review and approve institutional master plans submitted by certain institutional facilities within the city. It grants the municipality the authority to impose municipal reviews on these plans, ensuring they align with local interests and regulations. The bill aims to provide greater control over development and planning within Somerville’s institutional sector.
Key provisions
- Authorizes Somerville to review institutional master plans.
- Requires municipal review and approval of these plans.
- Applies to certain institutional facilities within the city.
- Grants the city the power to impose municipal reviews.
- The bill was referred to the committee on Municipalities and Regional Government.
- A hearing was scheduled for July 29, 2025.
- The reporting date for the House has been extended.
- The bill is similar to previous legislation concerning Somerville’s institutional master plans.
Who is affected
- City of Somerville, Massachusetts
- Institutional facilities located in Somerville
- Local government officials in Somerville
- Developers of institutional facilities
- Residents of Somerville
Notable changes
- Establishes a formal process for reviewing institutional master plans.
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5 on record
Primary sponsor
Cosponsors
Patricia D. Jehlen
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