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Proponents say HB 5288 will reduce cost barriers to accessory dwelling units by limiting extra utility connection fees
Summary
Advocates for HB 5288 told lawmakers that requiring separate sewer or utility connections for detached ADUs can add tens of thousands of dollars and serve as a de facto veto; the bill would allow shared connections where safe and appropriate to lower costs and promote more housing.
Housing advocates and municipal officials told the Planning and Development Committee that utility connection fees and outside agency rules can make accessory dwelling units (ADUs) prohibitively expensive.
John Guskowski of the American Planning Association said clarifying that accessory apartments need not require separate utility connections would remove an administrative barrier and help…
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