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RI H7219

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/21/2026

Primary Sponsor

Mia Ackerman

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Municipalities may require primary residences with accessory dwelling units (ADUs) to be owner-occupied for at least five years

  • Municipalities may require ADUs not occupied by family members or caretakers to be rented at affordable rates

  • Municipalities may limit ADU size to 1,000 square feet without allowing variances for larger units

  • These provisions are enabling only, not mandatory for municipalities to adopt

  • Effective date: July 1, 2026

Legislative Description

Permits, but not directs, a municipality to allow certain requirements regarding consistent statewide treatment of accessory dwelling units.

Towns And Cities

Last Action

Introduced, referred to House Municipal Government & Housing

1/21/2026

Committee Referrals

Municipal Government & Housing1/21/2026

Full Bill Text

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