Bill > SB00180

This bill proposes to modify section 8-30g of Connecticut's general statutes by broadening the definition of "affordable housing development" to include properties that are not currently deed-restricted. In the context of housing policy, a deed restriction is a legal document that places limitations on how a property can be used, typically to ensure long-term affordability for lower-income residents. Currently, affordable housing developments are likely defined only as properties with formal legal restrictions guaranteeing their affordability. By expanding the definition to include non-deed-restricted properties, this bill would potentially increase the count of properties considered "affordable housing" and could impact housing policy, zoning regulations, and affordable housing calculations. The bill aims to provide a more inclusive approach to defining affordable housing, which might help address housing accessibility challenges by recognizing a wider range of housing options that could be considered affordable.

Housing and Urban Affairs

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