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RI S2747
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/27/2026
Primary Sponsor
Andrew Dimitri
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AI Summary
- Town of Johnston would be authorized to require 2 parking spaces per unit for studio, one-bedroom, or two-bedroom low- or moderate-income housing developments
- Parking requirement may only be imposed when the municipality determines there is limited or no local public transportation available within reasonable proximity to the housing units
- Requirement may also be triggered when there is limited or no off-street parking availability near the low- or moderate-income housing units
- Amends Chapter 45-53 of Rhode Island General Laws ("Low and Moderate Income Housing") by adding new section 45-53-17
- Act takes effect immediately upon passage
Legislative Description
Permits Johnston to require 2 parking spaces for each studio, one-bedroom, or two-bedroom low- or moderate-income housing unit upon the determination that limited or no local public transportation or off-street parking is available near these units.
Towns And Cities
Last Action
Introduced, referred to Senate Special Legislation and Veterans Affairs
2/27/2026
Committee Referrals
Special Legislation and Veterans Affairs2/27/2026
Full Bill Text
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