H8007

Provides that minor subdivisions include single family infill subdivisions and establishes procedures for single family infill subdivisions within the subdivision of land chapter of the general laws.

Chamber Passed·4/30/26
Introduced Text

Rhode Island H8007 amends the definition of minor subdivisions to include single family infill subdivisions and establishes procedures for such.

Rhode Island H8007 modifies the definition of minor subdivisions to include single family infill subdivisions. This bill establishes specific procedures for these subdivisions, ensuring they meet certain criteria such as lot size and access to public utilities. Single family infill subdivisions are allowed in areas with existing public water and sewer systems that have capacity for additional lots. The resulting lots must be at least 3,000 square feet and meet other local requirements.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the House · 58–10 · Apr 30
Current
Housing and Municipal Government Committee
Next
Session adjourned — paused until it reconvenes

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

58 Yea

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10 Nay

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7 Not Voting

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Calendar

Apr 15

12:00 AM

House Municipal Government & Housing Consideration

Mar 5

12:00 AM

House Municipal Government & Housing Hearing

History

May 5

Senate

Referred to Senate Housing and Municipal Government

Apr 30

House

House read and passed

Apr 24

House

Placed on House Calendar (04/30/2026)