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This joint resolution requests the Legislative Council to designate an interim committee or allocate staff resources to conduct a comprehensive study on increasing housing density and affordability in Montana. The study aims to investigate methods for incentivizing housing density at the local level, review state programs supporting housing infrastructure, analyze the economic implications of increased housing availability, identify programs for improving water and wastewater systems, and explore strategies to encourage housing developments that utilize city infrastructure. The resolution requires the study to include input from various stakeholders such as housing developers, local governments, housing advocates, and state department staff. The study must be completed before September 15, 2026, with the final results, findings, conclusions, and recommendations to be reported to the 70th Legislature. The underlying motivation for this study is addressing Montana's critical need for quality housing across different demographic groups, including workers, new families, aging residents, and those seeking entry-level homes, while also considering potential benefits like increased taxable property value and reduced individual tax burdens.

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https://bills.legmt.gov/#/laws/bill/2/LC4307