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RI H8016
Bill
Status
2/27/2026
Primary Sponsor
Deborah Fellela
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AI Summary
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Manufactured homes in Johnston may be counted as affordable housing and credited as one-half (1/2) of an affordable unit toward the town's state-mandated affordable housing requirements under § 45-53-1
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Qualifying manufactured homes must be located in age-restricted communities requiring residents to be 55 years or older
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The age-restricted community must be approved pursuant to Johnston's zoning, land development, and subdivision ordinances and licensed annually by the town
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The bill amends the Rhode Island Housing Resources Act of 1998 (specifically section 42-128-8.1) and takes effect upon passage
Legislative Description
Allows the town of Johnston to receive a one-half (1/2) credit for affordable housing units for manufactured homes in age restricted communities in conformance with all zoning laws and/or ordinances of the town.
State Affairs And Government
Last Action
Introduced, referred to House Municipal Government & Housing
2/27/2026