An Act relative to local preference in affordable housing

This bill allows Massachusetts cities with 65,000-150,000 residents to prioritize up to 70% of local residents (those currently living within the city limits) for affordable housing units. It applies to all privately assisted housing and housing subject to inclusionary zoning requirements listed on a municipality's housing inventory. The preference must last for at least 30 years from when a tenant moves in, and the regulations creating this rule must take effect within 60 days of the bill's passage. The policy directly affects these mid-sized cities and their affordable housing residents, aiming to increase local access to housing.