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This bill proposes to amend Vermont state law by prohibiting new deed restrictions or covenants on property zoned for commercial or industrial uses that would prevent or limit the property's use for commercial or industrial purposes, effective July 1, 2025. Specifically, the bill adds a provision to existing law that invalidates any deed restrictions added after that date which directly or indirectly obstruct commercial or industrial development on appropriately zoned land. The bill builds upon previous legislative efforts to remove restrictive property constraints, following earlier provisions that invalidated restrictions on minimum dwelling unit sizes and parking requirements in certain residential areas. The legislation does not impact property interests held by qualified organizations or state agencies, such as conservation easements or historic preservation rights, ensuring that these specialized protections remain intact. By preventing restrictive covenants that could hamper economic development, the bill aims to provide property owners with more flexibility in utilizing commercially and industrially zoned land.

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https://legislature.vermont.gov/bill/status/2026/H.306