HB5223

MUNI CD-ZONING

Introduced·2/5/26
Introduced Text

Illinois HB5223 mandates municipalities to adopt zoning regulations that include at least five specified housing strategies.

Illinois HB5223 amends the Illinois Municipal Code to require municipalities to adopt zoning regulations that include at least five specified housing strategies. These strategies include allowing higher density housing, reducing minimum lot sizes and setbacks, increasing building height limits, and permitting multiunit dwellings or mixed-use developments. The bill also mandates the elimination or reduction of off-street parking requirements and impact fees for accessory dwelling units.

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Where it stands

Current
Rules Committee
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Committee decision

Sponsors

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History

Feb 10

House

First Reading

Feb 10

House

Referred to Rules Committee

Feb 5

House

Filed with the Clerk by Rep. Eva-Dina Delgado