H4707
An Act allowing movable tiny houses as permanent residential dwellings and accessory dwelling units
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Bill overview
This bill would allow movable tiny houses to be used as permanent residential dwellings and accessory dwelling units in Massachusetts. Currently, regulations often restrict the size and location of dwellings, but this legislation aims to create more flexibility for people interested in living in tiny houses. It seeks to establish clear guidelines for their use, ensuring they meet safety and zoning standards. The bill’s goal is to increase housing options and potentially address affordability challenges.
Key provisions
- Allows movable tiny houses to be used as permanent residential dwellings.
- Permits movable tiny houses as accessory dwelling units.
- Requires tiny houses to meet certain safety and building codes.
- Establishes standards for zoning and permitting of tiny houses.
- Defines what constitutes a ‘movable’ tiny house.
Who is affected
- Individuals interested in living in tiny houses.
- Property owners in Massachusetts.
- Local zoning boards and municipalities.
- Housing developers
- The housing market
Notable changes
- Creates a new category of dwelling – the movable tiny house – for regulatory purposes.
- May reduce restrictions on where tiny houses can be located.
- Could lead to increased housing density in certain areas.
Sponsors
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Primary sponsor
Joint Committee on Housing
Cosponsors
Andres X. Vargas
Colleen M. Garry
David Allen Robertson
David F. DeCoste
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Bill H.4707 194th (Current)
An Act allowing movable tiny houses as permanent residential dwellings and accessory dwelling units
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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.4707
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 11/6/2025 | House | Reported from the committee on Housing |
| 11/6/2025 | House | New draft of H1493 |
| 11/6/2025 | House | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means |
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