HB1709

LOCAL-ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS

Introduced·1/24/25
Introduced Text

Illinois HB1709 prohibits local governments from banning accessory dwelling units and allows reasonable regulations.

Illinois HB1709, known as the Local Accessory Dwelling Unit Act, defines accessory dwelling units as residential units with complete living facilities on the same property as a primary residence. The bill prohibits local governments from banning these units and allows them to impose reasonable regulations on their size and location, similar to other structures, unless such regulations effectively prohibit the units. The Act also limits home rule powers to ensure consistency with state laws.

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Where it stands

Current
Rules Committee
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Committee decision

Sponsors

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Calendar

Mar 18, 2025

4:00 PM

Cities & Villages Committee Hearing

Mar 11, 2025

4:00 PM

Cities & Villages Committee Hearing

History

Mar 23

House

Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Barbara Hernandez

Dec 10, 2025

House

Added Chief Co-Sponsor Rep. Eva-Dina Delgado

Mar 21, 2025

House

Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee