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SB 1052

AN ACT RELATING TO TOWNS AND CITIES -- SUBDIVISION OF LAND

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Pete Appollonio and 7 co-sponsors

SB 1052 modifies Rhode Island land subdivision regulations to affect how properties can be divided, pending committee review for potential housing or development implications.

05/22/2025 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
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Bill Summary · SB 1052

Legislative bill overview

SB 1052 modifies Rhode Island's land subdivision regulations governing how property owners can divide land into smaller parcels. The bill was introduced in May 2025 and referred to the Senate Housing and Municipal Government Committee, where it received a recommendation for further study rather than immediate passage.

Why is this important

Land subdivision rules directly affect housing supply, development costs, and local zoning enforcement. Changes to these regulations can either facilitate new housing construction and property owner flexibility or protect neighborhood character and municipal planning priorities, making this a consequential issue for real estate markets and community development.

Potential points of contention

  • Housing affordability vs. neighborhood character: Streamlined subdivisions may increase housing supply but could alter established residential areas if local protections are weakened
  • Municipal control: The bill's specific provisions may shift authority between state and local governments in land-use decisions, affecting how towns enforce planning objectives
  • Environmental and infrastructure concerns: Subdivision changes could impact stormwater management, traffic patterns, and municipal service capacity if density or lot-size requirements are altered

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

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