H7564

Creates the home-fit dwelling units act to apply to all new construction of covered dwelling units to incorporate design features that provide safe and convenient use of to the greatest extent feasible, regardless of age or physical ability.

Introduced·2/6/26
Introduced Text

Establishes the Home-Fit Dwelling Units Act to ensure new housing developments incorporate design features for safe and convenient use by all.

The Home-Fit Dwelling Units Act mandates that new housing developments with four or more units, permitted on or after July 1, 2027, incorporate design features that ensure safe and convenient use for all residents and visitors, regardless of age or physical ability. At least 10% of these units must comply with Type A standards, and an additional 25% must comply with Type B standards. The act defines "Home-fit" as a residential dwelling designed and constructed to meet these standards.

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Where it stands

Current
Municipal Government & Housing Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Calendar

Mar 17

12:00 AM

House Municipal Government & Housing Hearing

Feb 11

12:00 AM

House Municipal Government & Housing Hearing

History

Mar 17

House

Committee recommended measure be held for further study

Mar 13

House

Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/17/2026)

Feb 8

House

Committee postponed at request of sponsor (02/11/2026)