SB 1346
An Act amending the act of July 31, 1968 (P.L.805, No.247), known as the Pennsylvania Municipalities Planning Code, in general provisions, further providing for definitions; in subdivision and land development, further providing for contents of subdivision and land development ordinance; and, in zoning, further providing for ordinance provisions and providing for accessory dwelling units.
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Bill overview
This bill amends Pennsylvania’s Municipalities Planning Code to make it easier for municipalities to allow accessory dwelling units (ADUs), also known as granny flats or in-law suites. It clarifies definitions related to ADUs, updates subdivision and land development ordinances to address ADUs, and establishes provisions for zoning regulations concerning ADUs, including limitations on size and height. The bill aims to increase housing options and affordability by streamlining the process for building and permitting ADUs.
Key provisions
- Defines ‘Accessory Dwelling Unit’ and ‘Dwelling Unit’ for planning code purposes.
- Requires municipalities to adopt an ordinance permitting at least one ADU per single-family detached dwelling unit.
- Streamlines the ADU permit approval process, allowing for ministerial review without hearings.
- Updates subdivision and land development ordinances to include provisions for ADUs.
- Establishes limits on ADU size (maximum 150 square feet) and height (no less than 25 feet).
- Permits ADUs to be attached or detached from the main dwelling.
- Removes requirements for setbacks and passageways between ADUs and main dwellings, unless required by building codes.
- Eliminates owner-occupancy requirements for ADUs.
Who is affected
- Homeowners
- Municipalities
- Real Estate Developers
- Renters
- Housing Providers
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Christine Tartaglione
David Argall
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