Iowa SSB1182 regulates county and city ordinances on accessory dwelling units, prohibiting certain restrictions and requirements.

Iowa SSB1182 mandates that counties and cities adopt ordinances allowing at least one accessory dwelling unit on the same lot as a single-family residence. It prohibits specific restrictions, including size limits below 1,000 square feet, additional parking requirements, and separate utility lines unless full utility access with separate metering cannot be provided. The bill also bans occupancy restrictions based on residency, relationship, income, or age.

Iowa SSB1182 regulates county and city ordinances on accessory dwelling units, prohibiting certain restrictions and requirements.

Iowa SSB1182 mandates that counties and cities adopt ordinances allowing at least one accessory dwelling unit on the same lot as a single-family residence. It prohibits specific restrictions, including size limits below 1,000 square feet, additional parking requirements, and separate utility lines unless full utility access with separate metering cannot be provided. The bill also bans occupancy restrictions based on residency, relationship, income, or age.