Establishes community notification standards for group homes in Massachusetts.

The bill sets community notification standards for group homes in Massachusetts. It mandates that any entity establishing a new group home must provide written notice to the host municipality and abutting property owners at least 60 days before commencing operations. The notice must include the group home's address, the type of services provided, and contact information for the operator. Existing group homes must submit notification within six months of the act's passage.

Establishes community notification standards for group homes in Massachusetts.

The bill sets community notification standards for group homes in Massachusetts. It mandates that any entity establishing a new group home must provide written notice to the host municipality and abutting property owners at least 60 days before commencing operations. The notice must include the group home's address, the type of services provided, and contact information for the operator. Existing group homes must submit notification within six months of the act's passage.