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RI S2691
Bill
Status
2/27/2026
Primary Sponsor
Victoria Gu
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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) are excluded from eligibility for density bonuses under the low and moderate income housing comprehensive permit process
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Properties seeking density bonuses must provide written confirmation from service providers that capacity is available to support the proposed density for public sewer and water connections
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Properties not connected to public water or sewer must provide competent evidence of water availability and capacity, and/or obtain permits for on-site wastewater treatment facilities from applicable state agencies
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The act amends Section 45-53-4 of Rhode Island General Laws governing comprehensive permit procedures for low and moderate income housing construction
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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 Senate Housing and Municipal Government
2/27/2026