H 313
An Act encouraging smart growth and starter home zoning adoption
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Bill overview
This bill aims to promote smart growth and encourage local communities in Massachusetts to adopt zoning regulations that allow for the development of starter homes. It seeks to increase the availability of more affordable housing options by encouraging municipalities to revise their zoning practices. The bill intends to support sustainable development patterns and address housing affordability challenges within the state.
Key provisions
- Encourages local communities to adopt zoning regulations that support starter home development.
- Promotes smart growth principles in land use planning.
- Aims to increase the supply of affordable housing.
- Supports sustainable development patterns.
- Facilitates revisions to existing zoning ordinances.
Who is affected
- Local municipalities in Massachusetts
- Homebuyers seeking starter homes
- Developers of affordable housing
- Community Development and Small Businesses
- Massachusetts residents
Notable changes
- The bill encourages changes to existing zoning laws to allow for a wider range of housing types.
- It builds upon similar legislation, including H.241 and S.176.
- The bill is related to Chapter 40R, a state program focused on affordable housing.
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Primary sponsor
David T. Vieira
Cosponsor
David T. Vieira
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Bill H.313 194th (Current)
An Act encouraging smart growth and starter home zoning adoption
By Representative Vieira of Falmouth, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 313) of David T. Vieira relative to smart growth and starter home zoning adoption. Community Development and Small Businesses.
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Presenter: David T. Vieira
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Displaying 5 actions for Bill H.313
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Community Development and Small Businesses |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 7/9/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 07/15/2025 from 10:00 AM-01:00 PM in B-1 |
| 10/9/2025 | House | Reporting date extended until Sunday, November 23, 2025 |
| 11/19/2025 | House | Accompanied a new draft, see H4759 |
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