Senate Bill No. [number] aims to revise zoning laws in Montana by mandating that certain cities allow triplex and fourplex housing as permitted uses in areas where single-family residences are allowed. The bill stipulates that zoning regulations for duplex, triplex, and fourplex housing cannot be more stringent than those for single-family homes. It amends existing sections of the Montana Code Annotated (MCA) to include definitions for duplex, triplex, and fourplex housing, ensuring that these types of housing are recognized and regulated appropriately.

Additionally, the bill introduces a delayed effective date of October 1, 2026, for its provisions. It also includes specific amendments to sections 76-2-304, 76-25-302, and 76-25-303 of the MCA, which clarify the criteria for zoning regulations and limit local governments' authority to impose more restrictive regulations on multi-family housing compared to single-family units. The legislation aims to promote the development of diverse housing options in urban areas, thereby addressing housing shortages and encouraging urban growth.

Statutes affected:
LC Text: 76-2-304, 76-25-302, 76-25-303
SB0266_1(1): 76-2-304, 76-25-302, 76-25-303
SB0266_1(2): 76-2-304, 76-25-302, 76-25-303
SB0266_1(3): 76-2-304, 76-25-302, 76-25-303
SB0266_1(4): 76-2-304, 76-25-302, 76-25-303
SB0266_1(5): 76-2-304, 76-25-302, 76-25-303
SB0266_1: 76-2-304, 76-25-302, 76-25-303
SB0266_2(1): 76-2-304, 76-25-302, 76-25-303
SB0266_2(10): 76-2-304, 76-25-302, 76-25-303
SB0266_2(2): 76-2-304, 76-25-302, 76-25-303
SB0266_2(3): 76-2-304, 76-25-302, 76-25-303
SB0266_2(4): 76-2-304, 76-25-302, 76-25-303
SB0266_2(5): 76-2-304, 76-25-302, 76-25-303
SB0266_2(6): 76-2-304, 76-25-302, 76-25-303
SB0266_2(7): 76-2-304, 76-25-302, 76-25-303
SB0266_2(8): 76-2-304, 76-25-302, 76-25-303
SB0266_2(9): 76-2-304, 76-25-302, 76-25-303
SB0266_2: 76-2-304, 76-25-302, 76-25-303