CT SB00535

Allows commissions to deny affordable housing applications for developments of 25 units or less that exceed double the zone density, provided the municipality already has 5% affordable housing and two noncontiguous multifamily zones.

Requires each municipality to prepare or amend an affordable housing plan at least every four years, specifying how it will increase affordable housing developments including through inclusionary zoning.

Modifies the point system for affordable housing project completion, reducing thresholds for municipalities with adopted plans from 2% to 1.75% of dwelling units and from 75 to 50 housing unit-equivalent points.

Adds new categorical exemptions to the affordable housing appeals process, including properties subject to municipal tax liens and affordable housing in municipalities where the land property is subject to certain conditions.

Expands the definition of qualifying affordable housing units to include resident-owned mobile manufactured home parks and units in approved incentive housing developments, with bonus points available for larger restricted family units.