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Bill Summary · SB 48

Overview: SB 48 - Housing
Purpose and Intent: The bill contains several housing-related provisions, including authorizing the use of reusable tenant screening reports, requiring local governments to allow accessory dwelling units, and providing density bonus incentives for land donation.
Key Provisions:
- Authorizes, but does not require, landlords to accept reusable tenant screening reports
- Requires counties and municipalities to enact ordinances by December 1, 2026 to allow accessory dwelling units in single-family residential areas
- Allows land donated to local governments for affordable housing to be used for military families
- Directs a study on mezzanine financing and tiny homes for affordable housing
Affected Parties and Impacts: The bill would impact landlords, tenants, local governments, and the affordable housing industry.
Procedural and Timeline Considerations: The bill has been referred to and approved by the Appropriations Committee on Transportation, Tourism, and Economic Development. It will next be considered by the full Senate.

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