House Bill No. 7035, as amended by House Amendment Schedule "A," prohibits most municipalities from implementing temporary bans on the development of multifamily housing or duplexes. The bill specifically targets municipalities that exercise zoning powers under Connecticut General Statutes § 8-2. It defines "multifamily housing" as buildings with at least three dwelling units and "duplex" as residential buildings with at least two units. The bill also maintains existing provisions that prevent municipalities from placing fixed numerical or percentage caps on the number of multifamily properties with four or more units, mixed-use properties, or middle housing.

The amendment to the bill narrows the prohibition to temporary bans only and expands its scope to include duplexes. Additionally, it repeals and replaces subsection (d) of section 8-2, which includes various stipulations regarding zoning regulations, such as prohibiting unreasonable restrictions on recycling receptacles and manufactured homes, and ensuring that zoning regulations do not impose excessive conditions on nonconforming uses. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, and is not expected to have any fiscal impact on the state or municipalities.