Bill > S419

This bill repeals Section 3K.1 of S.L. 2024-57, which appears to be a previous law that restricted local governments' ability to down-zone (reduce the allowable density or intensity of land use in a specific area). By repealing this section, the bill restores local governments' authority to initiate down-zoning, meaning they can once again modify zoning regulations to allow for less dense development. The bill is effective immediately upon becoming law and applies retroactively to December 11, 2024, which means that any zoning ordinances affected by the previous law will revert to their status as of that date. This legislative action effectively returns zoning discretion to local government bodies, allowing them more flexibility in managing land use and development within their jurisdictions.

https://www.ncleg.gov/BillLookUp/2025/S419