This bill aims to revise municipal zoning laws by mandating that certain municipalities permit multiple-unit dwellings and mixed-use developments. It includes the provision of definitions to clarify the terms used within the legislation. The bill amends existing sections of the Montana Code Annotated (MCA), specifically sections 76-2-304 and 76-2-309, to incorporate these new requirements.

Additionally, the bill establishes an immediate effective date and allows for retroactive applicability, ensuring that the changes can be implemented without delay and can affect prior zoning decisions. This legislative change is intended to promote more diverse housing options and encourage the development of mixed-use areas within municipalities.

Statutes affected:
SB0245_1.pdf: 76-2-304, 76-2-309
SB0245_2.pdf: 76-2-304, 76-2-309
SB0245_3.pdf: 76-2-304, 76-2-309
SB0245_4.pdf: 76-2-304, 76-2-309
Amended: 76-2-304, 76-2-309
Introduced: 76-2-304, 76-2-309