The proposed General Assembly Raised Bill No. 7034 seeks to amend Section 8-25 of the general statutes to prohibit the requirement of land donations as a condition for subdivision approval. Key insertions in the bill include provisions that ensure no subdivision can occur without commission approval, with stipulations for filing plans within a specified timeframe and the adoption of regulations that prioritize land suitability, infrastructure provision, and public safety. The bill also introduces new provisions for the construction and maintenance of public utilities, allowing for conditional approvals of subdivision plans under certain circumstances.

In addition to these insertions, the bill deletes existing language that permitted the option of paying a fee or transferring land to municipalities in lieu of providing open spaces, parks, or playgrounds, thereby eliminating any financial or land transfer obligations for applicants. Other amendments include allowing the commission to set shorter periods for conditional approvals, granting buyers the right to rescind contracts for subdivided lots under certain conditions, and modifying financial guarantee requirements. The bill also prohibits commissions from requiring land transfers to municipalities, establishing homeowners associations, or imposing maintenance burdens on properties, with certain exceptions. Section 8-25b is repealed, and the act is set to take effect on July 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Raised Bill: 8-25, 8-25b
HSG Joint Favorable: 8-25, 8-25b
File No. 244: 8-25, 8-25b
PD Joint Favorable: 8-25, 8-25b