An Act to increase community preservation revenue

This bill adds a $80 surcharge to most property documents recorded by registers of deeds (and $40 for municipal lien certificates), with an extra $80 per additional reference to other documents. It exempts homestead declarations, public agency mortgages, and specific filings like sewer assessments. All surcharges fund the Massachusetts Community Preservation Trust Fund, supporting local housing and open space projects. The fee changes apply to individuals and businesses recording deeds, mortgages, or liens, but exclude certain government-related filings.