HB1037

In subdivision and land development, further providing for contents of subdivision and land development ordinance.

Introduced·3/24/25
Introduced Text

Pennsylvania HB1037 amends the Pennsylvania Municipalities Planning Code to allow municipalities to set specific setback standards for new.

Pennsylvania HB1037 amends the Pennsylvania Municipalities Planning Code by adding provisions to the contents of subdivision and land development ordinances. Specifically, it allows municipalities to set specific setback standards for new residential structures replacing demolished one-family or two-family dwellings, provided the new structure conforms substantially to the same manner and use as the replaced dwelling. This change aims to streamline the process for building permit applicants while maintaining consistency in residential development.

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Where it stands

Current
In committee
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Committee decision

Sponsors

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Roll Call Votes

House Housing And Community Development: Report Bill As Committed

26 Yea

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0 Nay

Calendar

Apr 8, 2025

10:00 AM

Housing And Community Development (h) Hearing

History

Apr 8, 2025

House

Reported as committed

Apr 8, 2025

House

First consideration

Apr 8, 2025

House

Laid on the table