Relating to zoning ordinances

HB 4732 requires West Virginia municipalities to allow accessory dwelling units (ADUs) - such as guest houses or in-law suites - on single-family properties without special permits (e.g., public hearings or variances). It sets size limits (max 75% of the main house or 1,000 sq ft), prohibits municipalities from requiring extra parking, design matching, occupancy rules, or impact fees, and mandates that at least 35% of residential lots permit ADUs. Municipalities must adopt compliant zoning by January 1, 2027, or follow these rules until they do, with existing non-compliant rules becoming void. This directly affects homeowners seeking to add ADUs and municipalities managing local zoning regulations.