Bill
HB 2077
Overview: HB 2077, "multifamily developments; assured water supply", is a prefiled bill that was introduced on January 24, 2025.Purpose and Intent: The main goal of this bill is to
Overview: HB 2077, "multifamily developments; assured water supply", is a prefiled bill that was introduced on January 24, 2025.
Purpose and Intent: The main goal of this bill is to address water supply concerns for new multifamily residential developments, such as apartment buildings and condominiums.
Key Provisions:
- Requires developers of multifamily projects to demonstrate an assured 100-year water supply before receiving approval for construction.
- Directs the state Department of Water Resources to establish criteria and guidelines for determining an assured water supply.
- Allows local governments to impose additional water conservation requirements on multifamily developments.
- Provides exemptions for certain affordable housing projects and small-scale developments.
Affected Parties and Impacts: This bill would primarily impact real estate developers, local governments, and residents of new multifamily housing. Developers would face additional requirements and costs to demonstrate water supply, which could affect project feasibility and housing affordability. Local governments would have more authority to manage water resources and growth. Residents could benefit from more sustainable water management practices.
Procedural and Timeline Considerations: As a prefiled bill, HB 2077 has not yet been scheduled for a committee hearing or floor vote. The next step would be for the bill to be formally introduced and referred to the appropriate legislative committee for consideration.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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