An Act to promote Yes in My Back Yard
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Progress
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill, An Act to promote Yes in My Back Yard, aims to increase housing development in Massachusetts. It seeks to remove local zoning restrictions that may hinder the construction of new housing units. The legislation intends to encourage more diverse and accessible housing options across the state. The bill was referred to the Joint Committee on Housing and subsequently heard.
Key provisions
- Aims to reduce barriers to housing development.
- Seeks to modify local zoning regulations.
- Intends to promote the construction of a wider variety of housing types.
- The bill was referred to the Joint Committee on Housing.
Who is affected
- Homeowners
- Developers
- Housing advocates
- Massachusetts residents
- Local municipalities
Notable changes
- Potential changes to local zoning ordinances.
- Increased housing supply.
- May impact community planning processes.
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Sponsors
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21 on record
Primary sponsor
Andres X. Vargas
Cosponsors
Andres X. Vargas
Homar Gómez
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