An Act banning hostile architecture targeting unhoused individuals
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill prohibits the construction of publicly accessible buildings and structures designed to prevent unhoused individuals from resting on them. It aims to address what is termed ‘hostile architecture,’ which refers to architectural features intended to discourage people experiencing homelessness from using public spaces. The legislation seeks to protect the rights of unhoused individuals to access and utilize public areas for rest and respite. This bill is intended to ensure equitable access to public spaces for all residents.
Key provisions
- Prohibits the design and construction of publicly accessible buildings with features intended to deter sitting or lying.
- Addresses ‘hostile architecture’ – architectural elements designed to discourage unhoused individuals.
- Protects the right of unhoused individuals to utilize public spaces for rest.
- Requires consideration of the impact of building design on vulnerable populations.
- Defines ‘hostile architecture’ for the purpose of the legislation.
Who is affected
- Unhoused individuals
- Architects and builders
- Public building developers
- City planners
- The general public
Notable changes
- Addresses a specific concern regarding architectural design and its impact on homelessness.
- Potentially limits the use of certain design elements in public spaces.
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