Committee hears split testimony on bill to allow housing in commercial zones
The House Local Government Committee heard hours of testimony Feb. 20 on Engrossed Second Substitute Senate Bill 6,026, which would broadly allow residential development in commercial and mixed‑use zones while limiting local mandates for ground‑floor retail. Supporters say it unlocks underused land for housing; cities warn it could erode walkable neighborhood commerce.
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Senators and witnesses told the House Local Government Committee on Feb. 20 that Engrossed Second Substitute Senate Bill 6,026 would unlock underused commercial corridors for housing, but city officials warned the measure could weaken neighborhood retail and require substantial local implementation work.
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