Minnesota HF5020 restricts local government regulations on affordable housing developments by religious organizations and provides civil remedies.

Minnesota HF5020 restricts local governments from imposing substantial burdens on religious exercise through zoning ordinances, laws, or regulations unless it serves a compelling governmental interest and is the least restrictive means. Religious institutions can challenge such regulations by providing notice to the municipality, which must then suspend enforcement, conduct a review, and make a written determination. If the municipality's ordinance is found noncompliant, it must suspend or adjust its application.

Minnesota HF5020 restricts local government regulations on affordable housing developments by religious organizations and provides civil remedies.

Minnesota HF5020 restricts local governments from imposing substantial burdens on religious exercise through zoning ordinances, laws, or regulations unless it serves a compelling governmental interest and is the least restrictive means. Religious institutions can challenge such regulations by providing notice to the municipality, which must then suspend enforcement, conduct a review, and make a written determination. If the municipality's ordinance is found noncompliant, it must suspend or adjust its application.