Relating to: a study of redundancies in legal requirements for new housing construction. (FE)

Overview: AB 671 is a bill introduced in the Wisconsin State Assembly that relates to a study of redundancies in legal requirements for new housing construction.

Purpose and Intent: The bill aims to identify and address potential redundancies or inefficiencies in the legal requirements for new housing construction. The goal is to streamline the regulatory process and reduce unnecessary burdens on housing developers, with the potential to increase the supply of affordable housing.

Key Provisions:
- Requires the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services to conduct a study on legal requirements for new housing construction
- The study must identify any redundancies, inconsistencies, or inefficiencies in the current regulatory framework
- The study must also provide recommendations for simplifying or consolidating the legal requirements

Affected Parties and Impacts: This bill would primarily affect housing developers and construction companies, as well as local governments responsible for housing regulations. Reducing regulatory redundancies could potentially lower the costs and time required for new housing projects, potentially increasing the supply of affordable housing.

Procedural and Timeline Considerations: AB 671 has been introduced in the Wisconsin State Assembly and has been referred to the Committee on Housing and Real Estate for further consideration. The timeline for the study and any subsequent legislative action is not yet clear.