The proposed bill, General Assembly Proposed Bill No. 5114, seeks to repeal section 8-30g of the general statutes, which pertains to the Affordable Housing Appeal Procedure. This repeal aims to restore zoning control authority to municipalities, allowing local governments greater autonomy in managing housing development and zoning regulations.
By removing the provisions of section 8-30g, the bill eliminates the existing framework that facilitates appeals for affordable housing developments that may be denied by local zoning authorities. The intent behind this legislative change is to empower municipalities to make decisions regarding housing that align with their specific needs and priorities, rather than adhering to state-mandated affordable housing requirements.