H0802

Adds to existing law to establish provisions allowing for multifamily residential housing developments in areas zoned for commercial use.

Introduced·3/2/26
Introduced Text

Idaho H0802 allows multifamily residential housing developments in commercial zones to address housing shortages.

Idaho H0802 amends local land use regulations to permit multifamily residential housing developments in areas zoned for commercial use. This change aims to increase housing supply, reduce commute times, and promote economic development by utilizing underutilized office spaces. The bill mandates that cities amend their comprehensive plans and land use regulations to allow such developments, subject to certain exceptions like industrial zones and areas near airports. It also ensures that approval standards are clear and objective, and provides a private right of action for enforcement.

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History

Mar 3

House

Reported Printed and Referred to Business

Mar 2

House

Introduced, read first time, referred to JRA for Printing