Allows faith-based organizations to develop affordable housing on their properties in Oklahoma.
The Yes In God's Backyard Act enables faith-based organizations to develop affordable housing on their properties. Projects must comply with building, fire, and safety codes, adhere to nondiscrimination rules, and designate most units as affordable housing. Faith-based organizations can reserve up to 40% of units for on-site managers, security personnel, or staff. Projects must also comply with flood management standards and undergo geotechnical analysis in steep slope areas. Municipalities must approve or disapprove projects within 15 days and issue permits within 60 business days.
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