This bill amends sections of the Nebraska Revised Statutes to enhance reporting requirements under the Municipal Density and Missing Middle Housing Act and to establish new criteria for multifamily rental unit projects under the Nebraska Affordable Housing Act. Specifically, it requires cities to submit detailed reports every two years regarding their efforts to promote affordable housing, including zoning practices, construction statistics, and demographic analyses. Notably, the bill introduces new requirements for cities to report on accessory dwelling units, the number of multifamily housing units constructed since January 1, 2021, and recommendations for state actions to support affordable housing initiatives.

Additionally, the bill stipulates that the Department of Economic Development must not approve any multifamily rental unit project for assistance from the Affordable Housing Trust Fund unless a minimum percentage of units are accessible for individuals with mobility, hearing, or vision impairments. This aims to ensure that new housing developments are inclusive and meet the needs of all residents. The bill also harmonizes existing provisions and repeals the original sections of the statutes that are being amended.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 19-5504
Final Reading: 19-5504, 58-701