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PA HB2109
Bill
Status
1/5/2026
Primary Sponsor
Tarik Khan
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AI Summary
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Prohibits local governments in Pennsylvania from limiting the number of individuals who may live together in a single dwelling based on familial relationship (blood, marriage, adoption, or foster care connections)
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Local governments may only limit dwelling occupancy based on demonstrated health and safety standards, including International Building Code standards, fire code regulations, or DEP wastewater and water quality standards
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Occupancy limits may also be based on federal, state, local, or municipal affordable housing program guidelines
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Applies to all counties, cities, boroughs, incorporated towns, townships, and home rule or optional plan/charter municipalities in Pennsylvania
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Takes effect 60 days after enactment
Legislative Description
In preemptions, providing for prohibiting occupancy limits.
Last Action
Referred to Housing & Community Development
1/5/2026