An Act setting a housing production goal for the Commonwealth
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Progress
Where this bill stands in the legislative process.
- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill proposes to establish a housing production goal for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. The goal aims to increase the supply of housing units across the state. It is intended to address housing affordability and availability challenges by encouraging greater construction of new homes. The bill is currently under consideration by the House Committee on Ways and Means.
Key provisions
- Establishes a statewide housing production goal.
- Directs the state to develop strategies for achieving the goal.
- May include incentives for developers to build affordable housing.
- Requires regular reporting on housing production progress.
- Authorizes the Housing Appeals Board to review zoning regulations.
- Focuses on increasing the supply of housing units.
Who is affected
- Developers
- Homebuyers
- Renters
- Massachusetts residents
- Housing advocates
Notable changes
- The bill introduces a formal, measurable goal for housing production.
- It may impact local zoning regulations to encourage denser development.
- It is similar to previous bills with the same goal.
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Sponsors
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7 on record
Primary sponsor
David M. Rogers
Cosponsors
David M. Rogers
James B. Eldridge
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