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Senate committee passes bill allowing accessory dwelling units statewide to expand affordable housing options
Summary
The committee passed House Bill 1503, which would prohibit cities from banning accessory dwelling units (ADUs) and standardize local permitting rules to encourage small, affordable rental units such as garage apartments or backyard units.
The Senate City, County & Local Affairs Committee voted to advance House Bill 1503, a measure that would prohibit municipalities from banning accessory dwelling units and would require cities to allow ADUs subject to typical permitting standards.
Sponsor Senator Chester described accessory dwelling units — such as finished basements, garage apartments or small backyard units — as an…
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