Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly on Faith-Based Lands Act of 2026.
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- Introduced
- Passed Assembly
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill, the Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly on Faith-Based Lands Act of 2026, aims to streamline the approval process for residential care facilities located on land owned by religious institutions. It modifies existing zoning laws to allow these facilities to be built at higher densities and with certain incentives, such as density bonuses, provided they meet specific criteria related to location, environmental standards, and parking. The bill will expire on January 1, 2037.
Key provisions
- Allows residential care facilities on land owned by religious institutions at higher densities, subject to specific criteria.
- Provides density bonuses, incentives, and reduced development standards for qualifying projects.
- Defines ‘residential care facility’ for the purpose of the bill.
- Specifies parking requirements, with exceptions for locations near public transit.
- Requires Phase I and Phase II environmental assessments for development projects.
- Addresses potential conflicts with existing zoning regulations.
- Includes provisions for ancillary uses and shared parking arrangements.
- Sets an expiration date for the bill’s provisions.
Who is affected
- Religious institutions
- Developers of residential care facilities
- Local governments (cities, counties)
- Senior citizens and individuals needing residential care services
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