Housing (Building Codes)

died · Rhode Island · House Apr 7, 2026

HB 7447: AN ACT RELATING TO TOWNS AND CITIES -- LOW AND MODERATE INCOME HOUSING -- PROCEDURE FOR APPROVAL OF CONSTRUCTION

Restores the requirement that a local review board issue findings for denial in reviewing a comprehensive permit request and clarifies that affordable housing units shall be included in each town and city when the building permits for units are granted.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingMandates inclusion of affordable housing units in building permits, advancing affordable housing development as required by the bill's summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Building Codes

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died · Rhode Island · Senate Apr 2, 2026

SB 2275: AN ACT RELATING TO TOWNS AND CITIES -- LOW AND MODERATE INCOME HOUSING -- PROCEDURE FOR APPROVAL OF CONSTRUCTION

Restores the requirement that a local review board issue findings for denial in reviewing a comprehensive permit request and clarifies that affordable housing units shall be included in each town and city when the building permits for units are granted.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingMandates inclusion of affordable housing units in new permits and requires review boards to justify denials, directly advancing affordable housing development goals.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Building Codes

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