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RI H8032
Bill
Status
2/27/2026
Primary Sponsor
Megan Cotter
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AI Summary
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Lands within public drinking water supply watersheds and groundwater classified as GAA under Rhode Island ground water regulations (250-RICR-150-05-3) would be ineligible for density bonuses under the Low and Moderate Income Housing Act
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Housing developments must not exceed the availability of onsite drinking water supplies or introduce pollution that would make drinking water unsuitable for use
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Development densities must stay within the capacity limits of any public water or sewer system, with written confirmation from service providers required to verify available capacity
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Properties connected to public sewer and water retain existing density bonuses of 5-12 units per acre depending on the percentage of affordable housing provided (25%, 50%, or 100%)
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The act takes effect immediately upon passage
Legislative Description
Eliminates mandated housing densities/density bonuses for public drinking water supply watersheds/groundwater. Requires densities not exceed water availability, introduce pollution, stay within public water or sewer system capacity limits.
Towns And Cities
Last Action
Introduced, referred to House Municipal Government & Housing
2/27/2026