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RI H7125
RI H7125Authorized the town of Tiverton to require that fifty percent (50%) of new construction be affordable housing units if there is less than ten percent (10%) of affordable housing in the town.
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Introduced
01/15/2026
01/15/2026
In Committee
01/15/2026
01/15/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This act would authorized the town of Tiverton to require that fifty percent (50%) of new construction be affordable housing units if there is less than ten percent (10%) of affordable housing in the town. This act would take effect upon passage.
AI Summary
This bill authorizes the town of Tiverton to require that at least fifty percent (50%) of new construction projects must include affordable housing units if the town currently has less than ten percent (10%) of its housing stock designated as affordable. Affordable housing refers to housing that is made available at a cost that is affordable to households with incomes at or below a certain percentage of the area median income, as defined by state law. This provision aims to increase the availability of affordable housing in Tiverton by mandating a significant portion of new developments to contribute to this goal until the town meets its overall affordable housing requirements. The act will become law immediately upon its approval.
Committee Categories
Housing and Urban Affairs
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced, referred to House Municipal Government & Housing (on 01/15/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://status.rilegislature.gov/ |
| BillText | https://webserver.rilegislature.gov/BillText26/HouseText26/H7125.pdf |
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