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S 2420

Prohibits the issuance of a permit for the construction of a new multiple dwelling unless the multiple dwelling contains the minimum number of dwelling units required for the lot

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Brad Hoylman-Sigal and 1 co-sponsor

Overview: S 2420, Prohibits the issuance of a permit for the construction of a new multiple dwelling unless the multiple dwelling contains the minimum number of dwelling units requ

REFERRED TO HOUSING, CONSTRUCTION AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
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Bill Summary · S 2420

Overview: S 2420, Prohibits the issuance of a permit for the construction of a new multiple dwelling unless the multiple dwelling contains the minimum number of dwelling units required for the lot, REFERRED TO HOUSING, CONSTRUCTION AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT, Introduced: July 23, 2025

Purpose and Intent: The bill aims to address the issue of housing density and ensure that new multiple-dwelling developments are built with a sufficient number of units to meet the needs of the local community.

Key Provisions:
- Prohibits the issuance of a permit for the construction of a new multiple dwelling unless the development contains the minimum number of dwelling units required for the lot
- Establishes a formula for determining the minimum number of units based on the size of the lot
- Allows for exceptions to the minimum unit requirement in cases where the developer can demonstrate that the proposed development is necessary and in the public interest

Affected Parties and Impacts:
- Real estate developers, who will be required to meet the new minimum unit requirements for multiple-dwelling projects
- Local communities, which may see an increase in the availability of housing units and a potential impact on housing affordability
- Regulatory agencies, which will be responsible for enforcing the new permit requirements

Procedural and Timeline Considerations:
The bill has been referred to the Housing, Construction and Community Development committee for further consideration. If passed, the new permit requirements would likely be implemented within a reasonable timeframe to allow developers to adjust their plans accordingly.

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

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