S100

Sweeping reforms to allow more housing density and diversity

State: Vermont

Status: Enacted ✅

Magnitude: Major

Formal Title: Act Relating to Housing Opportunities Made for Everyone (HOME)

Summary: Makes adjustments to municipal planning and zoning to favor higher density and diverse housing types like duplexes and multi-unit dwellings, particularly in areas served by municipal sewer and water services. Restricts excessive parking requirements, mandates acceptance of duplexes in single-family zones, eases the creation of accessory dwelling units (ADUs), and adjusts Act 250's jurisdictional threshold to facilitate more housing developments. Addresses deed restrictions, enhances compliance with energy standards, and establishes various committees and task forces to support ongoing housing development and improvement efforts.

Legislative text: https://legislature.vermont.gov/bill/status/2024/S.100