Bill
SD 1682
Overview: SD 1682, An Act relative to zoning for housing production, has passed the House and is awaiting final concurrence.Purpose and Intent: The primary purpose of this bill is
Overview: SD 1682, An Act relative to zoning for housing production, has passed the House and is awaiting final concurrence.
Purpose and Intent: The primary purpose of this bill is to address the state's housing shortage by reforming local zoning laws to facilitate the construction of more diverse and affordable housing options. The intent is to increase the overall supply of housing and improve access to affordable homes.
Key Provisions:
- Requires all municipalities to allow the development of accessory dwelling units (ADUs) on single-family lots
- Prohibits local zoning restrictions that limit the number of bedrooms or occupants in a dwelling
- Mandates that a certain percentage of new housing units be designated as affordable based on area median income
- Provides state funding and technical assistance to support local housing production efforts
Affected Parties and Impacts:
- Homeowners will have more flexibility to add ADUs, increasing housing supply
- Developers will face fewer barriers to building diverse and affordable housing options
- Low- and moderate-income individuals and families will have improved access to affordable homes
Procedural and Timeline Considerations:
The bill has passed the Senate and House and is currently awaiting final concurrence. If signed into law, the new zoning requirements would take effect within 6 months to allow municipalities time for implementation.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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