SB3187

DEVELOPMENT ON CHURCH LAND ACT

Introduced·2/2/26
Introduced Text

Illinois SB3187 establishes a by-right entitlement for multifamily and mixed-use housing on faith-based land.

The Faith-Based Housing and Mixed-Use By-Right Act establishes a uniform statewide entitlement for multifamily and mixed-use housing on qualifying faith-based land in Illinois. Local governments must permit these developments without requiring discretionary approvals, except for generally applicable health and safety regulations. The Act applies to all faith-based land unless it is within a quarter mile of heavy industrial uses or airports with commercial service.

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Assignments Committee
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History

Apr 24

Senate

Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments

Mar 27

Senate

Rule 2-10 Committee Deadline Established As April 24, 2026

Mar 13

Senate

Rule 2-10 Committee Deadline Established As March 27, 2026