S12782026 Regular Session
Adds to existing law to provide for regulation of development on religious land.
LOCAL LAND USE PLANNING ACT -- Adds to existing law to provide for regulation of development on religious land.
LOCAL LAND USE PLANNING ACT
STATEMENT OF PURPOSE
This legislation permits multifamily and mixed-use housing on religious land and prevents local governments from imposing discretionary zoning barriers, excessive dimensional standards, or mandates that deter religious institutions from providing housing to families in accordance with their missions. It establishes ministerial approval procedures and enforcement mechanisms while preserving core health, safety, and infrastructure regulations.
LATEST ACTION
Reported Printed; referred to State Affairs
BILL INFO
- Session
- 2026
- Chamber
- senate
- Status date
- Feb 11, 2026