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ID H0076

ID H0076
Amends and adds to existing law to prohibit homeowner's associations from restricting the right to grow and raise food.


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Introduced
02/02/2023
In Committee
02/03/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
04/06/2023

Introduced Session

2023 Regular Session

Bill Summary

HOMEOWNER'S ASSOCIATIONS -- Amends and adds to existing law to prohibit homeowner's associations from restricting the right to grow and raise food.

AI Summary

This bill amends and adds to existing Idaho law to prohibit homeowners' associations from restricting the right of property owners to grow and raise food. The bill defines key terms like "accessory buildings," "apiculture" (beekeeping), "aquaculture," "backyard domesticated homesteading food animals," and "composting." It allows property owners to engage in these activities as long as they comply with state law and local ordinances. The bill also limits the ability of homeowners' associations to restrict the construction of accessory buildings used for growing and raising food. The bill is intended to promote local food security and the protection of sustainable food production in Idaho.

Committee Categories

Business and Industry

Sponsors (2)

Other Sponsors (1)

State Affairs Committee (House)

Last Action

House Business Committee (13:30:00 2/23/2023 Room EW41) (on 02/23/2023)

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