Senate Bill No. 339 aims to facilitate long-term rentals of bedrooms in single-family homes by prohibiting municipal zoning regulations from banning such rentals. Specifically, the bill allows owner-occupants of single-family homes in residential zones to rent out up to three bedrooms for a minimum term of six months without needing a special zoning permit or exception. This change is intended to provide more flexibility for homeowners while ensuring that the properties remain their primary residences. The bill amends subsection (d) of section 8-2 of the general statutes, adding a new provision that explicitly allows these rentals, while also repealing previous language that may have restricted such practices.

In addition to the new rental provisions, the bill maintains existing municipal powers to regulate off-street parking, nuisances, and rooming or boarding houses. The effective date for this legislation is set for October 1, 2026. Overall, the bill seeks to enhance housing options for residents while balancing the interests of municipalities in regulating residential zones.