HJ 41 VA
Housing projects; JLARC to study zoning restrictions and permitting and approval processes.
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Summary
This joint resolution would direct the Joint Legislative Audit and Review Commission to study local zoning ordinances and permitting and approval processes for housing projects. The study would examine how local zoning restrictions and approval procedures affect the development and approval of housing projects. JLARC would analyze whether zoning and permitting processes create barriers to housing development or reduce housing availability. The commission would report its findings and recommendations to the legislature regarding zoning and permitting reform for housing.
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Official abstract
Directing the Joint Legislative Audit and Review Commission to study local zoning ordinances and permitting and approval processes for housing projects. Report.
Sponsor (1)
- JJ Singh Democratic · primary
Action history (6)
- Jan 14, 2026 Prefiled and ordered printed; Offered 01-14-2026 26103749D · lower
- Jan 14, 2026 Referred to Committee on Rules · lower
- Jan 22, 2026 Assigned HRUL sub: Studies Subcommittee · lower
- Feb 2, 2026 Subcommittee recommends continuing to 2027 (Voice Vote) · lower
- Feb 6, 2026 Continued to next session in Rules (Voice Vote) · lower
- Jul 21, 2026 Continued from last session · lower
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