This bill amends the existing "Rooming and Boarding House Act of 1979" to subject certain rooming and boarding houses to municipal land use regulations. Previously, owners and operators of these facilities were exempt from municipal regulations, except for construction regulations. The new language explicitly allows municipalities to regulate land use for these establishments, thereby enhancing local oversight.

Additionally, the bill mandates that owners or operators of cooperative sober living residences must submit written approvals from local zoning, fire, health, and building authorities when applying for a Class F license from the State. This requirement aims to ensure that these residences comply with local standards before receiving state authorization to operate. The bill is set to take effect immediately upon passage.

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Introduced: 55:13B-15