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Senate committee approves interim study on housing density and affordability
Summary
The Senate Local Government Committee voted 8–2 to advance House Joint Resolution 30, an interim study to examine finance and policy tools that could increase housing density and affordability across Montana; proponents said denser development can expand housing options while supporting local infrastructure.
The Senate Local Government Committee voted 8–2 to pass House Joint Resolution 30, advancing an interim study of methods to increase housing density and affordability. Representative Julie Darling, sponsor of HJ 30, told the committee the study will explore higher-density housing and report findings to the next legislative session.
Representative Julie Darling said cities and counties "are in dire need of more housing" and that the resolution will examine opportunities such as high-density housing so people who no longer want large lots can downsize while keeping a "small town" feel. "This resolution just seeks to kind of explore some more opportunities such as high density housing," she said.
Proponents testifying before the committee framed the resolution as a targeted, non‑budget study intended to clarify options rather than immediately authorize…
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