We work with legislators on both sides of the aisle to advance practical, bipartisan housing reforms in Springfield.
Comprehensive housing reform bill covering ADU legalization, parking reform, permitting timelines, and single-stair residential buildings.
Expands housing options by permitting detached single-family dwellings on smaller lots and establishing tiered density allowances based on lot size.
Allows residential buildings up to 6 stories to use a single stairway exit under specific safety conditions, enabling more efficient building designs.
Establishes plan review timelines of 15 business days for residential and 30 for commercial, with third-party review options when deadlines are missed.
Limits municipal parking requirements, capping at 0.5 spaces per multifamily unit and eliminating minimums for affordable housing, small units, and conversions.
Requires municipalities to authorize accessory dwelling units in all single-family zoning districts without extra parking, lot size, or design requirements.