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HB 6127

AN ACT ESTABLISHING A COMMUNITY LAND TRUST TO PROVIDE ADDITIONAL AFFORDABLE HOUSING.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Larry Butler

HB 6127 establishes Connecticut community land trusts to reduce affordable housing costs by separating land ownership from homeownership through nonprofit nonprofit stewardship and long-term affordability controls.

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Bill Summary · HB 6127

Legislative bill overview

HB 6127 seeks to establish a community land trust (CLT) mechanism in Connecticut to increase affordable housing supply. Community land trusts are nonprofit organizations that acquire and hold land, then lease it to homeowners or renters at below-market rates, separating land costs from housing costs. The bill appears designed to address Connecticut's persistent affordable housing shortage by creating a framework for this model statewide.

Why is this important

Connecticut faces a significant affordable housing crisis, with median home prices and rents pricing out lower and middle-income residents from many communities. CLTs have proven effective in other states (like Vermont and Massachusetts) at preserving permanent affordability, preventing displacement, and stabilizing neighborhoods. This bill could provide a scalable tool for municipalities and nonprofits to expand housing access without relying solely on government subsidies.

Potential points of contention

  • Funding mechanism: The bill's financing structure is unclear from the title alone—whether it relies on state appropriations, private investment, or municipal contributions will significantly affect feasibility and political support
  • Implementation complexity: Establishing CLTs requires coordination between state, local, and nonprofit actors; unclear governance structures could create administrative burdens and accountability questions
  • Land acquisition challenges: CLTs require upfront capital to purchase land; in high-cost Connecticut markets, securing sufficient land at affordable prices may prove difficult without substantial public investment

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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