H8031

Allows municipalities to request a one-time, state-approved extension to update comprehensive plans if they show active progress, while keeping the existing plan in effect during the extension period.

Introduced·2/27/26
Introduced Text

Rhode Island H8031 allows municipalities to request a one-time extension to update their comprehensive plans if they demonstrate active progress.

Rhode Island H8031 amends the Rhode Island Comprehensive Planning and Land Use Act to allow municipalities to request a one-time, state-approved extension for updating their comprehensive plans. This extension is granted if the municipality shows active progress, such as initiating the update process, engaging professional services, or conducting public outreach. During the extension period, the existing comprehensive plan remains in effect for all purposes. The extension cannot exceed twelve months, and the Rhode Island division of statewide planning determines active engagement.

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Where it stands

Current
Municipal Government & Housing Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

DD
2
0
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Mar 31

12:00 AM

House Municipal Government & Housing Hearing

History

Mar 31

House

Committee recommended measure be held for further study

Mar 27

House

Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/31/2026)

Feb 27

House

Introduced, referred to House Municipal Government & Housing