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RI H7375
RI H7375Allows the operation of a home-based business, which meets criteria for home office IRS income tax deduction, without securing approval from the municipality with no storage of chemicals/park heavy equipment/not more than 10% of premises used for parking.
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Introduced
01/28/2026
01/28/2026
In Committee
01/28/2026
01/28/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This act would allow the operation of a home-based business, as long as it meets the criteria for a home office IRS income tax deduction, without securing any approvals from the municipality. The business may not store chemicals or other hazardous materials, may not park heavy equipment and not more than ten percent (10%) of the premises is used for parking, notwithstanding any contrary zoning law or ordinance. This act would take effect upon passage.
AI Summary
This bill allows individuals to operate a home-based business without needing municipal approval, as long as the business qualifies for a home office tax deduction under the Internal Revenue Code, which is a federal law that allows taxpayers to deduct expenses for a portion of their home used exclusively and regularly for business. This exemption from local approval applies regardless of any existing zoning laws or ordinances, but the business must not store chemicals or hazardous materials, park heavy equipment, and no more than ten percent of the property can be used for parking related to the business.
Committee Categories
Housing and Urban Affairs
Sponsors (4)
Last Action
Introduced, referred to House Municipal Government & Housing (on 01/28/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://status.rilegislature.gov/ |
| BillText | https://webserver.rilegislature.gov/BillText26/HouseText26/H7375.pdf |
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