· RI legislature · 2026

AN ACT RELATING TO TOWNS AND CITIES -- LOW AND MODERATE INCOME HOUSING

Eliminates mandated housing densities/density bonuses for public drinking water supply watersheds/groundwater. Requires densities not exceed water availability, introduce pollution, stay within public water or sewer system capacity limits.

Sponsor

Mike Chippendale (R-RI)

Introduced

2026-02-27

Policy area

Housing and Community Development

Latest action

02/27/2026 Introduced, referred to House Municipal Government & Housing