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MA H2282
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/27/2025
Primary Sponsor
Kevin Honan
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AI Summary
- Amends Section 81Q of Chapter 41 of the General Laws to require local subdivision regulations to permit dead end ways with a minimum pavement width of 20 feet and a turnaround
- Prohibits municipalities from limiting dead end way length to less than 1,200 feet or the length specified by the State Fire Code (NFPA Code 1 and Publication 1141, 527 CMR 1.00), whichever is shorter
- Requires existing subdivision control regulations to comply with the new standards by January 31, 2026
- Planning boards must waive non-compliant regulations until municipalities update their rules to meet the new requirements
- Filed by Representative Kevin G. Honan of the 17th Suffolk District on January 16, 2025
Legislative Description
Providing for safe subdivision ways
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H4970
1/29/2026
Committee Referrals
Municipalities and Regional Government2/27/2025
Full Bill Text
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