OVERVIEW

The goal of this phased reopening plan for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts is to methodically allow businesses, services, and activities to resume, while avoiding a resurgence of COVID-19 that could overwhelm our healthcare system and erase the progress we’ve made so far.

  • Each phase will last a minimum of three weeks and could last longer before moving to the next phase
  • If public health data trends are negative, specific industries, regions, and/or the entire Commonwealth may need to return to an earlier phase
  • The Commonwealth will partner with industries to draft Sector-Specific Protocols in advance of future phases (example: restaurant specific protocols will be drafted in advance of Phase 2)
  • If we all work together to defeat COVID-19, we can proceed through each phase

Please click here to download the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Reopening Report. <–

 

PHASE I

PHASE 2

PHASE 3

When Can My Businesses Open?

CategoryWhen you can reopenAdditional comments
All businesses deemed essential by previous ordersCurrently allowedThese businesses will be required to comply with Mandatory Workplace Safety Standards and any applicable sector specific safety protocols / best practices by May 25, 2020.
BanksCurrently allowedThese businesses will be required to comply with Mandatory Workplace Safety Standards and any applicable sector specific safety protocols / best practices by May 25, 2020.
Financial servicesCurrently allowedThese businesses will be required to comply with Mandatory Workplace Safety Standards and any applicable sector specific safety protocols / best practices by May 25, 2020.
In house services (such as nannies, babysitting)Currently allowedThese businesses will be required to comply with Mandatory Workplace Safety Standards and any applicable sector specific safety protocols / best practices by May 25, 2020.
Real estate open housesCurrently allowed with restrictionsThese businesses will be required to comply with Mandatory Workplace Safety Standards and any applicable sector specific safety protocols / best practices by May 25, 2020.
ConstructionPhase 1 – May 18All construction businesses, please refer to detailed guidance for reopening
Firearm retailers and shooting rangesPhase 1 – May 18
Home remodelingPhase 1 – May 18All construction businesses, please refer to detailed guidance for reopening (includes guidance for remodeling in 1-3 family residences)
In home installationsPhase 1 – May 18, construction relatedPhase 2 – non construction relatedConstruction related – e.g., painting, repairs, etc.Non construction related – e.g., carpet installation, home theaters, security systems
ManufacturingPhase 1 – May 18All manufacturing businesses, please refer to detailed guidance for reopening
Places of worshipPhase 1 – May 18Please refer to detailed guidance for reopening
Auto dealers and wholesalersPhase 1 – May 25 for curbside pickup and delivery onlyPhase 2 – browsing inside the showroom with restrictionsFollow guidelines for non-essential retail and car dealerships found in the Essential Services FAQ
Car washesPhase 1 – May 25Please refer to detailed guidance for reopening
Drive-in movie theatersPhase 1 – May 25These businesses must follow Mandatory Workplace Safety Standards.
Hair salons / barbershopsPhase 1 – May 25Please refer to detailed guidance for reopening
General office spacesPhase 1 – May 25 except City of BostonPhase 1 – June 1 City of Boston

 

Please refer to detailed guidance for reopening
Lab spacePhase 1 – May 25Please refer to detailed guidance for reopening
LibrariesPhase 1 – May 25 for curbside pickup and delivery onlyPhase 2 – browsing inside the Library with restrictions
Pet groomingPhase 1 – May 25Please refer to detailed guidance for reopening
Retail (such as clothing stores, toy stores, jewelry stores, nurseries and garden centers that don’t sell food products, adult use cannabis stores)Phase 1 – May 25 for curbside pickup and delivery onlyPhase 2 – browsing inside the store with restrictions
CasinosHotel & Restaurants – Phase 2Gaming area – Phase 3

Theaters / arenas – Phase 3/4

Casinos and hotels attached to them should follow the guidelines for each section of the property (e.g. hotel, restaurants, etc.).
Driving schoolsCurrently allowed to offer classroom instruction online

Phase 2 – behind-the-wheel training or observation of another student driver

RMV developing comprehensive guidance for permit testing, road tests and driving schools
Hotels and accommodations (including short-term / private vacation rentals by owner)Currently open to provide services to essential workers and vulnerable populations.

Phase 2 – reopen to serve other guests with restrictions

We are actively considering whether additional guidance will be provided to hotels/lodging before Phase 2
Other personal services (such as nail salons, day spas, massage therapy, tattoo parlors, electrolysis studios)Phase 2
RestaurantsPhase 1 – can continue to offer takeout and delivery optionsPhase 2 – can begin opening dining areasWe are actively considering whether additional guidance will be provided to restaurants before Phase 2
Amusement parksTBD – either Phase 3 or 4
BarsPhase 3Bars are defined as establishments that only serve alcohol and do not have kitchen areas that prepare food on-site.
Gyms, fitness studiosPhase 3Evaluating earlier opening of personal training and outdoor classes
Movie theatresPhase 3
MuseumsPhase 3
Performance venues (such as concert halls, theatres)Phase 3Large performance venues are an exception and will open in Phase 4 following guidance for other large venues.  Some outdoor performance venues may begin opening in Phase 2.
Large venues (such as arenas, stadiums, night clubs, race tracks, other sports venues)Phase 4In process of determining what qualifies as a large venue.

Sports without spectators TBD

Flight schoolsTBD – not Phase 1Comprehensive plan is being developed

Recreation & Outdoors

CategoryWhen you can reopenAdditional comments
BeachesCurrently allowed for transitory activity only, will open for more activities in Phase 1 – May 25Please refer to detailed guidance for reopening
GolfCurrently allowed with restrictionsContinue to follow guidance outlined in the Essential Services FAQ
ParksCurrently open, but services/facilities will reopen in Phase 1 – May 25Please refer to detailed guidance for reopening
Fishing, hunting and boatingPhase 1 – May 25Please refer to detailed guidance for reopening
Outdoor adventure activities (including ski area summer activities, zip-lines, and mountain biking)Phase 1 – May 25Please refer to detailed guidance for reopening
Outdoor gardens, zoos, reserves and public installationsPhase 1 – May 25Please refer to detailed guidance for reopening
Other outdoor recreation (such as miniature golf, go karts, batting cages)Phase 2
Outdoor performancesSome activities in Phase 2
Summer campsPhase 2 – recreational day campsPhase 3 – residential camps
Youth sportsSome activities in Phase 2
Other indoor recreation (such as indoor batting cages, indoor go karts)Phase 3
Sightseeing (such as bus tours, duck tours, harbor cruises, whale watching)Phase 3
ToursPhase 3
Historical sitesTBD – not Phase 1Comprehensive tourism plan is being developed
Cruise shipsN/AOperating under federal guidance, No Sail order currently in effect

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