relative to modifying innovative land use controls, requirements, and appeals.

HB 1008 clarifies the definition of "inclusionary zoning" to include voluntary incentives like density bonuses or streamlined applications that encourage affordable housing development. It expands local government options for promoting affordable housing and creates a new process allowing developers to propose alternative compliance methods for inclusionary zoning requirements. If a planning board disagrees with an applicant's alternative solution, the bill permits third-party review under existing law. This directly affects municipalities establishing housing policies and developers seeking to build affordable units under local ordinances. The changes take effect 60 days after enactment.