An Act relative to updating and modernizing Chapter 40R
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill seeks to update and modernize Chapter 40R, a state law that encourages affordable housing development through zoning regulations. Specifically, it aims to strengthen the regulations governing ‘smart growth’ zoning districts, which are designed to promote mixed-use development and transit-oriented growth. The bill intends to provide clearer guidelines and potentially expand the scope of these districts to better achieve their goals. It is part of a series of legislative efforts to revise Chapter 40R.
Key provisions
- Strengthening regulations for smart growth zoning districts.
- Providing clearer guidelines for development within these districts.
- Potentially expanding the scope of smart growth zoning districts.
- Updating Chapter 40R to align with current development trends.
Who is affected
- Local municipalities
- Developers of affordable housing
- Residents of communities with smart growth zoning districts
- Housing advocates
- The housing market
Notable changes
- The bill focuses on updating existing Chapter 40R regulations.
- It specifically targets ‘smart growth’ zoning districts.
- It is part of a broader effort to revise Chapter 40R, as evidenced by similar bills.
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Sponsors
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Primary sponsor
Jeffrey Rosario Turco
Cosponsors
Jeffrey Rosario Turco
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