MA S1025

Creates "Housing Priority Zones" for housing development with density at least 50% greater than previously allowed and maximum lot sizes of ½ acre

Requires a minimum of 40% affordable housing units in designated Housing Priority Zones

Awards 1.75 units of credit toward Chapter 40B "consistent with local needs" calculations for each housing unit built in a Housing Priority Zone

Mandates affordable housing residents report every three years to certify the property was not sold to buyers exceeding income limits

Prorates real estate taxes for priority development sites based on days remaining in the fiscal year from occupancy permit issuance