An Act incentivizing inclusionary zoning
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Progress
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill aims to encourage cities and towns in Massachusetts to adopt inclusionary zoning policies. Inclusionary zoning requires developers to set aside a portion of new housing units as affordable for low- and moderate-income residents. The bill seeks to incentivize municipalities to implement these policies through unspecified means, likely by streamlining the approval process or offering financial incentives.
Key provisions
- Encourages municipalities to adopt inclusionary zoning.
- Supports local approval of inclusionary zoning projects.
- Likely involves incentives for municipalities to implement inclusionary zoning.
- Addresses the need for affordable housing within the Commonwealth.
- Focuses on integrating affordable housing into new developments.
Who is affected
- Municipalities in Massachusetts
- Developers
- Low- and moderate-income residents
- Regional Government
Notable changes
- Promotes the implementation of inclusionary zoning.
- May offer incentives to encourage adoption.
- Builds upon existing efforts to increase affordable housing.
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Sponsors
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Primary sponsor
Christopher J. Worrell
Cosponsor
Christopher J. Worrell
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