H7942

Streamline ADU approval and prohibit excessive restrictions

State: Rhode Island

Status: Enacted ✅

Formal Title: AN ACT RELATING TO TOWNS AND CITIES -- ZONING ORDINANCES

Summary: Revises and clarifies the definition of accessory dwelling units (ADUs) in the zoning enabling act. Provides a consistent statewide framework for ADUs, removing barriers to their utilization, and streamlines the approval process. Permits ADUs to be counted towards low and moderate-income housing requirements under certain conditions.

Main sponsors: Mia Ackerman, Joseph Shekarchi

Legislative text: https://webserver.rilegislature.gov/BillText22/HouseText22/H7942.htm