RI H8003

Exempts adaptive reuse projects on state-owned vacant land from local subdivision regulations, zoning ordinances, and comprehensive plan requirements, provided projects meet specific statutory criteria under § 45-24-37(h)

Requires the state planning council to issue a determination within 60 days on whether such projects meet requirements, have sought municipal feedback, and have obtained expert reports confirming no detrimental impacts on traffic, stormwater, wetlands, sewer capacity, water availability, or historic features

Allows state agencies to partner with, transfer, lease, or sell completed adaptive reuse properties to nonprofits, private entities, or individuals through approved processes

Expands the vacant school repurposing program to include buildings formerly used for educational instruction, administration, and ancillary uses, requiring at least 25% of units be designated as affordable housing

Takes effect upon passage