H 4021
An Act relative to municipal housing requirements
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Bill overview
This bill addresses municipal housing zoning requirements in Massachusetts. It aims to establish a framework for municipalities to ensure sufficient housing options are available within their communities. The bill seeks to clarify and potentially modify existing zoning regulations to promote housing development, particularly in areas where housing needs are not currently being met. It is currently under review by the Municipalities and Regional Government committee.
Key provisions
- Requires municipalities to assess their current housing capacity.
- Establishes guidelines for municipalities to address housing shortages.
- Potentially modifies existing zoning regulations to encourage housing development.
- May include provisions for streamlining the permitting process for housing projects.
- Directs the state to provide technical assistance to municipalities.
- Focuses on ensuring a diverse range of housing options are available.
- Addresses potential barriers to housing development within municipalities.
- Requires municipalities to report on their progress in meeting housing requirements.
Who is affected
- Municipalities in Massachusetts
- Regional Government entities
- Housing developers
- Potential homebuyers
- Residents of Massachusetts
Notable changes
- The bill proposes changes to existing municipal zoning regulations.
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Primary sponsor
Jr. Angelo J. Puppolo
Cosponsors
Bud L. Williams
Carole A. Fiola
Jr. Angelo J. Puppolo
Michelle L. Badger
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Bill H.4021 194th (Current)
An Act relative to municipal housing requirements
By Representative Puppolo of Springfield, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4021) of Angelo J. Puppolo, Jr., and others relative to municipal housing zoning requirements. Municipalities and Regional Government.
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Bill Information
Presenter: Angelo J. Puppolo, Jr.
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Bill History
Displaying 7 actions for Bill H.4021
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 4/10/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Municipalities and Regional Government |
| 4/14/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 7/17/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 07/29/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium |
| 7/29/2025 | Joint | Hearing rescheduled to 07/29/2025 from 01:00 PM-06:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time |
| 7/29/2025 | Joint | Hearing rescheduled to 07/29/2025 from 01:00 PM-06:15 PM in Gardner Auditorium and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time |
| 7/29/2025 | Joint | Hearing rescheduled to 07/29/2025 from 01:00 PM-06:05 PM in Gardner Auditorium and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time |
| 2/12/2026 | House | Accompanied a study order, see H5065 |
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