Bill > SB243

This bill amends zoning regulations to allow taller buildings in municipalities with over 5,000 residents, specifically targeting urban areas. The legislation modifies existing law to require cities to permit multiple-unit dwellings and mixed-use developments in commercial zones, with specific provisions about parking and building height. Notably, the bill mandates that municipalities cannot impose height restrictions of less than 60 feet on buildings in downtown commercial, heavy commercial, or industrial zones. The bill defines key terms such as "multiple-unit dwelling" (a building with five or more units) and "mixed-use development" (a project with residential and non-residential uses, where non-residential spaces occupy less than 50% of the total square footage). Additionally, the bill ensures that zoning regulations cannot prevent the construction of amateur radio antennas up to 100 feet tall and maintains protections for various residential facilities. The changes are set to take effect on October 1, 2026, giving municipalities time to adjust their zoning regulations to comply with the new requirements.

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https://bills.legmt.gov/#/laws/bill/2/LC0808