An Act establishing the missing-middle starter home development and home ownership program
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill establishes a program to encourage the development and homeownership of ‘missing-middle’ starter homes in Massachusetts. These homes, typically smaller and more affordable than existing housing stock, aim to address the state’s housing shortage and make homeownership more accessible to a wider range of residents. The program intends to provide incentives and support for builders and homebuyers involved in creating and purchasing these types of homes. It is modeled after similar initiatives in other states.
Key provisions
- Provides incentives for developers to build ‘missing-middle’ starter homes.
- Offers support to homebuyers purchasing these homes.
- Defines ‘missing-middle’ housing as homes between duplexes and large apartment buildings.
- Establishes a fund to support the program’s activities.
- Focuses on increasing housing affordability.
- Prioritizes locations with access to public transportation and essential services.
- Includes provisions for streamlining the permitting process for these types of developments.
Who is affected
- Homebuyers
- Developers
- Massachusetts residents
- Housing market participants
- Local municipalities
Notable changes
- Introduces a specific approach to addressing housing affordability by focusing on ‘missing-middle’ housing.
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7 on record
Primary sponsor
Cosponsors
Christopher Hendricks
Edward R. Philips
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