Massachusetts S132 amends definitions related to smart growth and starter home zoning districts.

Massachusetts S132 amends Chapter 40S of the General Laws by revising definitions for "New smart growth development" and "Smart growth zoning district." The bill specifies that a redevelopment is considered substantial if its cost exceeds 50 percent of the building's pre-renovation assessed value or if it constitutes a change in use from nonresidential to residential. The changes apply to developments in smart growth or starter home zoning districts.

Massachusetts S132 amends definitions related to smart growth and starter home zoning districts.

Massachusetts S132 amends Chapter 40S of the General Laws by revising definitions for "New smart growth development" and "Smart growth zoning district." The bill specifies that a redevelopment is considered substantial if its cost exceeds 50 percent of the building's pre-renovation assessed value or if it constitutes a change in use from nonresidential to residential. The changes apply to developments in smart growth or starter home zoning districts.