Establishes a livable home modification grant program in Massachusetts for eligible individuals with disabilities.
The bill establishes a livable home modification grant program in Massachusetts. Eligible individuals with disabilities can apply for grants to retrofit or modify their existing dwelling units to include accessibility features. The grants cover up to 50% of the total retrofitting costs, with a maximum of $5,000 per grant. The Department of Housing and Community Development, in consultation with the Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission, will develop application guidelines and promulgate regulations to implement the program.
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