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MI HB5136

Bill

Status

Introduced

6/23/2009

Primary Sponsor

Douglas Geiss

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Origin

House of Representatives

95th Legislature

AI Summary

  • Allows local units of government to use inclusionary zoning regulations to increase the availability of affordable dwelling units within their jurisdiction.

  • Defines "affordable dwelling unit" as a single-family or multiple-family dwelling priced for sale to persons with income not exceeding 80% of median family income, or for rent to persons with income not exceeding 60% of median family income (adjusted for family size per HUD figures).

  • Permits local governments to grant developers permission to exceed applicable density limits when developers are required to construct one or more affordable dwelling units.

  • Authorizes local governments to enter into agreements with developers to restrict rent or sale prices on affordable dwelling units, including enforcement methods and penalties for noncompliance.

  • Requires affordable dwelling units to remain affordable for a minimum of 10 years but maximum of 50 years after development.

Legislative Description

Local government; other; use of inclusionary zoning; allow. Creates new act.

Economic development, development incentives

Last Action

Printed Bill Filed 06/24/2009

6/24/2009

Committee Referrals

Intergovernmental & Regional Affairs6/23/2009

Full Bill Text

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