Promotes the use of renewable energy for heating, cooling, and hot water in Massachusetts.
The bill amends zoning laws to encourage the use of renewable energy systems for heating, cooling, and hot water. It requires municipalities to consider renewable energy plans in building permits and prohibits unreasonable restrictions on renewable energy installations. It also provides a property tax exemption for heat pump systems used for heating or energy needs for 20 years from installation.
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