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Introduced
02/04/2025
02/04/2025
In Committee
03/27/2025
03/27/2025
Crossed Over
03/20/2025
03/20/2025
Passed
Dead
05/07/2025
05/07/2025
Introduced Session
Potential new amendment
2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
The bill requires a subject jurisdiction, on or after December 31, 2026, to allow a residential development to be constructed on a qualifying property that does not contain an exempt parcel, subject to an administrative approval process. The bill specifies that a subject jurisdiction shall not: ! Disallow construction of a residential development on the basis of height if the tallest structure in the residential development is no more than 3 stories or 45 feet tall; ! Disallow construction of a residential development on the basis of height if the tallest structure in the residential development complies with the height-related standards for the zoning district in which the residential development will be built or any zoning district that is contiguous to the qualifying property on which the residential development will be built; ! Disallow construction of a residential development based on the number of dwelling units that the residential development will contain, except in accordance with standards listed in the bill; or ! Apply standards to a residential development on a qualifying property that are more restrictive than the standards the subject jurisdiction applies to similar housing constructed within the subject jurisdiction, including standards related to structure setbacks from property lines; lot coverage or open space; on-site parking requirements; numbers of bedrooms in a multifamily residential development; or on-site landscaping, screening, and buffering requirements. A subject jurisdiction shall allow the following uses in a residential development on a qualifying property: ! Childcare; and ! The provision of recreational, social, or educational services provided by community organizations for use by the residents of the residential development and the surrounding community. A subject jurisdiction may condition additional uses in a residential development on the uses being allowed only on the ground floor of the residential development and the uses occupying no more than 15% of the ground floor area of the residential development. The bill requires a faith-based organization, school district, or state college or university to notify the county assessor that a subject jurisdiction has allowed the construction of a residential development on a qualifying property within the county.
AI Summary
This bill addresses housing development on properties owned by faith-based organizations, school districts, and state colleges or universities by establishing a streamlined process for residential construction. Recognizing Colorado's significant housing affordability challenges, the bill requires local jurisdictions with over 2,000 residents to allow residential developments on qualifying properties (up to five acres) that have been owned by these organizations for at least five years. The bill mandates that local governments cannot restrict these developments based on height (if structures are 45 feet or less or comply with local zoning standards), number of dwelling units, or apply more restrictive standards than those applied to similar housing in the jurisdiction. For rental properties, the bill requires affordability measures, such as dedicating 20% of units to households earning 80% or less of the area median income in higher-cost markets. The legislation also allows for additional community-focused uses like childcare and recreational services on the ground floor of these developments. Faith-based organizations, school districts, and universities must notify the county assessor when residential developments are approved. The bill aims to address housing shortages by utilizing underutilized land owned by qualifying organizations while ensuring compliance with fair housing laws and local infrastructure standards.
Committee Categories
Housing and Urban Affairs
Sponsors (26)
Andrew Boesenecker (D)*,
Sean Camacho (D)*,
Lisa Cutter (D)*,
Tony Exum (D)*,
Julie Gonzales (D)*,
Iman Jodeh (D)*,
Cathy Kipp (D)*,
Mandy Lindsay (D)*,
William Lindstedt (D)*,
Javier Mabrey (D)*,
Rebekah Stewart (D)*,
Jenny Willford (D)*,
Faith Winter (D)*,
Yara Zokaie (D)*,
Jennifer Bacon (D),
Cecelia Espenoza (D),
Meg Froelich (D),
Lorena García (D),
Karen McCormick (D),
Manny Rutinel (D),
Gretchen Rydin (D),
Emily Sirota (D),
Lesley Smith (D),
Katie Stewart (D),
Tammy Story (D),
Steven Woodrow (D),
Last Action
Senate Second Reading Calendar (08:45:00 5/6/2025 Senate Floor) (on 05/06/2025)
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