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RI H7779
RI H7779Permits but not directs a municipality to establish, by ordinance, certain requirements regarding accessory dwelling units regarding ownership for 5 years, non-family ADUs to be rented at affordable rates and limit size to 1,000 sq. ft.
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Introduced
02/12/2026
02/12/2026
In Committee
02/12/2026
02/12/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This act would permit, but not direct, a municipality to establish, by ordinance, certain requirements regarding accessory dwelling units regarding ownership for five (5) years, non-family ADUs to be rented at affordable rates and limit size to one thousand square feet (1,000 sq. ft.). This act would take effect on July 1, 2026.
AI Summary
This bill, effective July 1, 2026, permits but does not require municipalities to establish local rules, called ordinances, for accessory dwelling units (ADUs), which are secondary housing units on a single-family lot. Specifically, municipalities may choose to require that the primary residence with an ADU be owner-occupied for at least five years, that ADUs not occupied by family members or caretakers be rented at affordable rates, and that ADUs be limited to a maximum size of 1,000 square feet.
Committee Categories
Housing and Urban Affairs
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Introduced, referred to House Municipal Government & Housing (on 02/12/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://status.rilegislature.gov/ |
| BillText | https://webserver.rilegislature.gov/BillText26/HouseText26/H7779.pdf |
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