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Affordable Homes Act
Coverage of Affordable Homes Act in the Nexus archive.
- Layered over ADU law, Senate duplex bill would allow three units on most residential lots
The Massachusetts Senate's economic development bill proposes legalizing two-family homes on most residential lots, combined with existing accessory dwelling unit (ADU) laws, potentially allowing three units per parcel. Lawmakers argue this shift from single-family zoning aims to address housing shortages and retain younger residents by increasing housing supply and affordability.