HB05396

An Act Concerning Affordable Housing Development On Certain Land Owned By A Religious Organization.

Introduced·2/26/26

Connecticut HB05396 establishes criteria for affordable housing development on land owned by religious organizations.

Connecticut HB05396 defines "religious organization affordable housing development" as a project on property owned by a religious organization for less than three years. The bill outlines specific conditions for such developments, including proximity to oil or natural gas facilities, lack of water or sewerage infrastructure, and use as a cemetery. It exempts developments that would require the demolition of historic properties listed in the National or State Register of Historic Places. The bill mandates a summary review process for applications, requiring a decision within ninety days.

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Where it stands

Current
In committee
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Committee decision

Sponsors

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Roll Call Votes

PD Vote Tally Sheet (Joint Favorable Substitute)

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8 Nay

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1 Absent

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Calendar

Mar 4

12:00 AM

Planning and Development Public Hearing

History

Mar 31

House

Reported Out of Legislative Commissioners' Office

Mar 31

House

Favorable Report, Tabled for the Calendar, House

Mar 31

House

House Calendar Number 220