Many of us remember “The Golden Girls,” a popular 80’s TV show about four women who chose to share a home to save money and support one another like family. With housing costs rising so quickly today, sharing space like that is more important than ever. Yet in many Pennsylvania communities, outdated rules make these kinds of living arrangements illegal.
 
Pennsylvania is short more than 265,000 affordable housing units. At the same time, some local occupancy limits restrict how many unrelated people can live together in one home. These limits drive up housing demand and prevent friends, workers, older adults, and families from saving money by sharing a place.
 
Our legislation would prevent arbitrary limits on unrelated roommates, except where true health and safety standards apply. The effect of this legislation will expand housing options, help people afford to stay in their communities, and modernize housing policies. Other states like Iowa and Colorado have already moved in this direction. We respectfully ask for your support so more Pennsylvanians can share a home, support one another, and know they truly have a friend in Pennsylvania.