S.3161

To promote Yes in God's Back Yard

Introduced·7/13/26
Introduced Text

Massachusetts S3161 allows multifamily housing on religious organization property without zoning restrictions.

Massachusetts S3161 amends Chapter 40A of the General Laws to allow multifamily housing on religious organization property without zoning restrictions. The bill requires the executive office of housing and livable communities to promulgate regulations by December 15, 2027. Multifamily housing must comply with certain conditions, including gross density, income-based occupancy, and parking requirements. The bill also includes provisions for rent increases, tenant rights, and tax exemptions.

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Ways and Means Committee
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Committee decision

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History

Jul 13

Senate

Reported from the committee on Municipalities and Regional Government

Jul 13

Senate

New draft of S1430

Jul 13

Senate

Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means