S.1280

Adds to existing law to establish provisions regarding regulation of twin homes and duplexes.

Introduced·2/11/26
Introduced Text

Idaho S1280 amends existing law to allow twin homes and duplexes in residential areas where single-family homes are permitted.

Idaho S1280 amends existing law to establish provisions regarding the regulation of twin homes and duplexes. It prohibits restrictive covenants that unreasonably restrict or prohibit the construction of twin homes and duplexes. Twin homes are defined as residential buildings with two separate living units sharing a wall, each independently owned and maintained. The bill also mandates that local governments amend their comprehensive plans and land use regulations to permit twin homes and duplexes in residential areas where single-family dwellings are allowed.

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Where it stands

Current
Commerce and Human Resources Committee
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Committee decision

Sponsors

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Calendar

Feb 17

1:30 PM

Senate Commerce & Human Resources Committee

History

Feb 12

Senate

Reported Printed; referred to Commerce & Human Resources

Feb 11

Senate

Introduced; read first time; referred to JR for Printing