CT SB01444

Allows municipalities to adopt zoning regulations permitting conversion of commercial buildings (hotels, retail, offices) to residential use through expedited summary review if the building has been vacant or below 50% occupancy for the preceding year

Prohibits municipalities from conditioning conversion approval on correcting nonconforming uses, structures, or lots, while maintaining all building, fire safety, and fire prevention code requirements

Requires planning or zoning commissions to render decisions on conversion applications within 65 days, with possible applicant-approved extensions of up to 65 additional days

Protects converted properties from municipal property revaluation for 3 years from the date of certificate of occupancy issuance

Municipalities adopting these conversion-friendly zoning regulations receive priority funding under the state greyfield revitalization program