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HB 3256

PEOPLE OVER PARKING ACT

104th Regular Session Introduced by Kam Buckner and 4 co-sponsors

Prohibits local governments from imposing minimum automobile parking within 0.5 mile of a transit hub, with limited exceptions for shared/fee parking and voluntary builds.

Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
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Bill Summary · HB 3256

Summary of HB 3256 – People Over Parking Act (Illinois, 104th General Assembly)

Overview

HB 3256, introduced February 18, 2025, creates the People Over Parking Act. The bill generally prohibits local governments from imposing or enforcing minimum automobile parking requirements on development projects located within one-half mile of a public transportation hub, with limited exceptions. It also places limits on the concurrent exercise of home rule powers and sets an effective date of June 1, 2025. A companion bill exists in the Senate as SB 1504.

What the bill would do (Key Provisions)

  • Main prohibition: A unit of local government may not impose or enforce any minimum automobile parking requirements for a development project within one-half mile of a public transportation hub, subject to specified exceptions.
  • Exceptions (Section 15):
    • If a development project provides parking voluntarily, local governments may impose requirements for:
    • Parking spaces made available for car-share vehicles,
    • Parking spaces shared with the public,
    • Parking spaces made available for a fee (not free).
    • Existing parking agreements executed or approved before the Act’s effective date: Section 10 applies to amendments or extensions that increase parking requirements; the Act does not apply if a pre-existing agreements’ terms conflict with the Act (contractual protections prevail).
    • Development projects may voluntarily build additional parking not shared with the public.
    • Local governments may regulate access to on-street parking.
    • Local governments may establish a maximum parking requirement.
    • Provisions do not prohibit regulations related to bicycles, including electric-assisted bicycles, or other related non-automobile parking.
  • Home rule implications (Section 90): Home rule units cannot regulate minimum automobile parking requirements in a manner inconsistent with the Act; the Act is a limitation on concurrent state and local powers.
  • Conflict clause (Section 95): To the extent of any conflict with other laws, the Act controls.
  • Effective date (Section 99): June 1, 2025.

Definitions (selected)

  • Public transportation hub: A rail transit station, boat/ferry terminal with bus connections or rail, or a bus stop served by 2+ major routes with 15-minute or better frequency during peak periods.
  • Minimum/Maximum automobile parking requirements: Minimums or maximums for off-street private parking for new residential or commercial developments.
  • Development project / Housing development project: Broad definitions covering construction, residential, mixed-use, and related developments; certain transient lodging uses are excluded unless specified.
  • Other terms include car-share vehicles, efficiency living units, residential hotel, and various housing categories (per Illinois Affordable Housing Act).

Timing and Procedural History

  • Introduced: February 18, 2025; Officially listed as introduced February 24, 2025.
  • Initial referrals: Referred to Rules Committee; later assigned to Executive Committee.
  • Rule 19(a) / Re-referral: On March 21, 2025, the bill was re-referred to Rules Committee.
  • Status: Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee; companion SB 1504 exists.
  • Co-sponsors: Kam Buckner (lead), with initial co-sponsors including Michelle Mussman, Will Guzzardi, Kevin John Olickal, and later Rep. Margaret Croke.

Affected Parties

  • Local governments: Statewide jurisdictions that regulate parking requirements.
  • Developers and housing projects: Projects within one-half mile of transit hubs face reduced or constrained minimum parking mandates.
  • Car-share programs and users: Potentially facilitated by required or voluntary shared or fee-based parking options.
  • Residents and future tenants: May experience changes in parking availability, costs, and transit-oriented development dynamics.

Legislative Context

  • Related legislation: Companion bill SB 1504 (Senate).
  • Policy aim: Promote transit-oriented development, reduce parking minimums near transit, and encourage car-sharing and alternative transportation modes.

This summary captures the bill’s core purpose, provisions, affected audiences, and key procedural aspects to aid understanding of its potential impact.

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

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