SB1619

Municipal zoning; maximum density; residential

Introduced·2/3/26
Introduced Text

SB1619 amends municipal zoning regulations to allow residential use on applicable land and update zoning ordinances by January 1, 2027.

SB1619 amends Arizona's municipal zoning regulations to allow residential use on all applicable land identified for residential use in the voter-approved general plan. It mandates that municipalities with a population of 50,000 or more update their zoning ordinances by January 1, 2027, to include residential use as a permitted use on applicable land. The bill also outlines various zoning regulations, including establishing maximum density, regulating building and structure characteristics, and setting requirements for off-street parking and loading.

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History

Feb 4

Senate

Senate read second time

Feb 3

Senate

Introduced in Senate and read first time

Feb 3

Senate

Assigned to Senate GOV Committee