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Introduced
02/06/2025
02/06/2025
In Committee
03/21/2025
03/21/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
104th General Assembly
Bill Summary
Amends the Counties Code, Township Code, and Illinois Municipal Code. Provides that a zoning ordinance or other zoning regulation may not prohibit or restrict the erection of an industrialized residential structure or a manufactured home on real property if: (1) the industrialized residential structure or manufactured home is compatible with the character of the respective area; (2) an ordinance or regulation imposes the same aesthetic compatibility requirements on the industrialized residential structure or manufactured home as those that are applicable to all other residential structures in the respective area; and (3) the industrialized residential structure or manufactured home meets applicable standards for the exterior design of buildings and structures. Prohibits restrictions based upon the age of a manufactured home. Provides that a person who is the owner of real property or who has a right to the use of real property may install and occupy a pre-owned manufactured home on the property if the pre-owned manufactured home complies with specified provisions and is on property that is zoned for residential use. Provides that a county, township, or municipality may establish health and safety standards for pre-owned manufactured homes that are relocated from one location to another location and an inspection program for those pre-owned manufactured homes. Provides that the county, township, or municipality and the individual performing an inspection are not liable for any injuries to a person resulting from any defects or conditions in the pre-owned manufactured home. Specifies that the provisions of the amendatory Act are not intended to limit the powers of a home rule unit. Defines "pre-owned manufactured home".
AI Summary
This bill aims to modify zoning regulations across counties, townships, and municipalities in Illinois to provide more flexibility for manufactured homes and industrialized residential structures. Specifically, the bill prohibits local zoning ordinances from restricting the placement of these types of homes on residential property, provided they meet certain compatibility and aesthetic requirements. A "pre-owned manufactured home" is defined as a previously used residential dwelling that has been formally titled. The bill ensures that zoning regulations cannot discriminate against manufactured homes based on their age and allows property owners to install and occupy pre-owned manufactured homes on residential zoned land. Additionally, local governments are permitted to establish health and safety standards and inspection programs for relocated pre-owned manufactured homes, with a provision that they are not liable for injuries resulting from home defects. The legislation applies to non-home rule counties, townships, and municipalities, and is designed to promote housing flexibility while maintaining community aesthetic standards. By standardizing regulations across different local jurisdictions, the bill seeks to reduce barriers to manufactured home placement and provide more housing options for residents.
Committee Categories
Housing and Urban Affairs
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee (on 03/21/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/BillStatus.asp?DocNum=2999&GAID=18&DocTypeID=HB&SessionID=114&GA=104 |
| BillText | https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/104/HB/10400HB2999.htm |
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