Housing Policy Amendments

HB 88 modifies Utah's housing policy by changing reporting requirements for moderate-income housing and expanding housing options. It reduces the frequency of progress reports from annual to triennial for qualifying cities, while allowing accessory dwelling units (like in-law suites) and modular housing units in residential zones of urban municipalities. The bill directly affects cities classified as "specified municipalities" (e.g., larger cities or those with 5,000+ residents), requiring them to report on housing strategies but not imposing new funding. Key provisions include permitting accessory dwellings on single-family lots and prohibiting municipalities from banning modular housing in residential areas, with no new state funding allocated.