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RI H8007

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/27/2026

Primary Sponsor

Stephen Casey

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Adds "single family infill subdivisions" as a new category within minor subdivisions under Rhode Island's land subdivision laws

  • Single family infill subdivisions allow subdivision of existing lots in areas with public water and sewer into a maximum of 3 new lots, limited to single-family detached residential use

  • New lots must each be at least 75% of the average lot size of developed residential lots within 200 feet of the proposed subdivision, excluding multi-family properties

  • Qualifying infill subdivisions do not require zoning relief solely based on reduced lot area of newly created lots and must be located on existing improved public streets

  • Takes effect upon passage

Legislative Description

Provides that minor subdivisions include single family infill subdivisions and establishes procedures for single family infill subdivisions within the subdivision of land chapter of the general laws.

Towns And Cities

Last Action

Committee recommended measure be held for further study

3/5/2026

Committee Referrals

Municipal Government & Housing2/27/2026

Full Bill Text

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