Recovery Housing Advocacy Initiative (RHAI)
Zoning Barriers to Recovery Housing in MA | RHA
Published on: 24/03/2026
Understanding and overcoming discriminatory zoning barriers for recovery housing in Massachusetts.
Recovery Housing ZoningFair Housing Act (FHA) protectionsSober living regulations MassachusettsZoning barriers for group homesADA housing rightsHow to request a Reasonable Accommodation for housingM.G.L. c. 40A § 3 protections for recovery homesOvercoming NIMBY in recovery housingMASH certification requirements MassachusettsChallenging local zoning for sober livingProtected class status under ADANARR Standards for recovery residencesSingle-family residential use definitionSubstance Use Disorder (SUD) housing rightsCommunity-based recovery support
