HB1709

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.