Budget & Taxes (Property Tax)

introduced · Massachusetts · House

HD 327: An Act relative to condominiums

This bill changes how property taxes are assessed for certain reserved areas in condominium developments. If a developer (declarant) reserves the right to add or remove property in the master deed, the tax on that reserved portion can be calculated based on the land value before the condo was created, minus any later improvements taxed to the developer. The tax lien attaches to the reserved right itself, not the common areas. When the reserved right expires, the tax lien transfers to new condo units created after the assessment (but not to units already separately taxed that year), and any extended reserved rights must be recorded before being taxed.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill creates tax break for developers by basing assessment on pre-condo land value, reducing tax revenue from reserved areas.85% confidence

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introduced · Massachusetts · House

HD 3923: An Act relative to unreasonable property tax increases

This bill caps annual property tax increases for existing residential homes at 20% of the previous year's tax amount. It also prohibits municipalities from reassessing properties or imposing additional tax hikes for three years after a triggering event, such as the sale of comparable homes in the area. The law applies to homes not classified as new construction or fully reconstructed, and requires the Massachusetts Department of Revenue to monitor compliance and establish appeal processes for homeowners. Homeowners can challenge assessments that violate these limits through existing legal channels.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesCaps annual property tax increases at 20% and prohibits reassessment hikes, restricting municipal tax authority on existing homes.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingCaps property tax increases for homeowners, preventing displacement and protecting housing stability for existing residents.90% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 9, 2026

H 3280: An Act relative to unreasonable property tax increases

By Representative Xiarhos of Barnstable (by request), a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3280) of Andrew Macdonald relative to property tax increases. Revenue.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill targets 'unreasonable property tax increases,' restricting tax hikes and limiting government revenue growth from property taxes.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 9, 2026

H 4051: An Act relative to establishing a municipal tax assessment increase limit

By Representative Mendes of Brockton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4051) of Rita A. Mendes for legislation to establish a municipal tax assessment increase limit. Revenue.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill establishes municipal tax assessment increase limit, restricting potential tax hikes for residents, aligning with 'limit' indicator under 'oppose' stance.90% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Feb 27, 2025

SD 1131: An Act establishing a municipal tax assessment increase limit

By Mr. Brady, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1928) of Michael D. Brady for legislation to establish a municipal tax assessment increase limit. Revenue.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill restricts municipal tax assessment increases, directly limiting tax hikes per title and summary.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Nov 26, 2025

S 1928: An Act establishing a municipal tax assessment increase limit

This bill establishes a legal limit on how much municipal property tax assessments can increase annually. It directly affects property owners in towns and cities by capping the yearly rise in their tax assessment values. The key provision sets a specific percentage limit (not stated in the abstract) on assessment increases, preventing sudden large jumps in tax bills. This creates a predictable tax environment for residents without specifying exact rates or exemptions.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill explicitly limits annual municipal property tax assessment increases, restricting tax growth and capping potential revenue increases for local governments.95% confidence

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