The bill amends Section 42-128-8.1 of the Rhode Island Housing Resources Act, introducing provisions specific to the town of Smithfield. It allows manufactured homes located in age-restricted communities, where residents must be fifty-five (55) years or older, to be credited as one-half (1/2) of an affordable housing unit. This credit is contingent upon compliance with the town's zoning, land development, and subdivision ordinances, as well as annual licensing by the town. The act aims to enhance the production and rehabilitation of affordable housing in Rhode Island by recognizing manufactured homes in age-restricted communities as part of the affordable housing inventory. The act will take effect upon passage.

Statutes affected:
2917: 42-128-8.1