The bill amends Section 45-24-33 of the General Laws regarding zoning ordinances, introducing new provisions that will take effect on January 1, 2026. Key changes include the specification of parking requirements for multi-family structures located in transit-oriented areas, limiting the mandate to no more than one off-street parking space per dwelling unit. The bill also allows for tandem parking spaces and specifies that no ordinance may require more than two off-street parking spaces per dwelling unit in general.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions that specify parking requirements for uses unless otherwise set forth in the chapter, particularly in relation to properties located within a one-quarter mile radius of an existing regional mobility hub or a one-eighth mile radius of an existing frequent transit stop, as defined in the 2020 Rhode Island transit master plan or its successor document.

The overall intent of the bill is to modernize zoning regulations to better accommodate diverse housing options and promote sustainable development practices.

Statutes affected:
3303: 45-24-33