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RI S2578
RI S2578Permits 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
02/13/2026
02/13/2026
In Committee
02/13/2026
02/13/2026
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 allows, but does not require, municipalities to establish specific rules for accessory dwelling units (ADUs), which are secondary housing units on a property with a primary residence, through local ordinances starting July 1, 2026. These potential rules include requiring the primary residence to be owner-occupied for at least five years, mandating that ADUs not occupied by family members or caretakers be rented at affordable rates, and limiting the size of ADUs to 1,000 square feet. The bill clarifies that these provisions are optional for municipalities and do not override existing laws regarding ADUs.
Committee Categories
Housing and Urban Affairs
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced, referred to Senate Housing and Municipal Government (on 02/13/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://status.rilegislature.gov/ |
| BillText | https://webserver.rilegislature.gov/BillText26/SenateText26/S2578.pdf |
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