H4695
An Act to expand housing opportunities through homesharing
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Bill overview
This bill aims to increase housing options in Massachusetts by allowing homeowners to rent out rooms in their primary residences through a formal ‘homesharing’ program. The legislation establishes a regulatory framework for this type of rental arrangement, providing guidelines for safety, insurance, and tenant protections. It seeks to broaden the supply of available housing and potentially offer more affordable rental options for residents. The bill also intends to streamline the process for homeowners and renters involved in these arrangements.
Key provisions
- Establishes a statewide ‘homesharing’ program.
- Requires homeowners to obtain liability insurance.
- Defines standards for rental agreements and tenant protections.
- Creates a registry of homesharing arrangements.
- Addresses issues related to local zoning regulations.
- Provides for enforcement mechanisms to ensure compliance.
Who is affected
- Homeowners
- Renters
- Landlords
- Housing Market
- Massachusetts Residents
Notable changes
- Creates a specific regulatory framework for homesharing, which previously existed largely without formal guidelines.
- Potentially allows for a wider range of rental options within existing housing stock.
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Primary sponsor
Joint Committee on Housing
Cosponsor
Daniel Cahill
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Bill H.4695 194th (Current)
An Act to expand housing opportunities through homesharing
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Bill Information
Sponsor: Joint Committee on Housing Status: Referred to House Committee on Ways and Means
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Bill History
Displaying 3 actions for Bill H.4695
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 11/6/2025 | House | Reported from the committee on Housing |
| 11/6/2025 | House | New draft of H1473 |
| 11/6/2025 | House | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means |
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