AN ACT RELATING TO TOWNS AND CITIES -- ZONING ORDINANCES

This bill updates state zoning laws to give towns and cities clearer rules on how they can regulate parking and allow different types of housing. It specifically requires municipalities to integrate residential areas with commercial zones, allowing for mixed-use developments where people can live above shops. The legislation also permits the construction of attached single-family homes, such as townhouses, provided they have access to water and sewer services. Additionally, the bill mandates that larger cities with over 40,000 residents must allow residential development in at least 30% of their commercial districts. These changes aim to promote more flexible land use planning while maintaining safety and environmental standards.