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RI H7125

RI H7125
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.


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Introduced
01/15/2026
In Committee
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)

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