Connecticut House Bill HB06590

Connecticut 2017 Regular Session

• Introduced: 1/24/17
• Refer: 1/24/17

Caption

An Act Concerning Developers And Affordable Housing Applications.

Impact

The passage of HB 6590 is expected to have significant implications on the way affordable housing projects are approved at the local level. By limiting the frequency of applications that a developer can submit, the bill intends to reduce administrative burdens on municipalities, allowing them to focus on a smaller number of applications and possibly speed up the review process. This legislative change could be a double-edged sword; while easing the processes for developers and municipalities, it may also reduce the opportunities for developers to adapt and modify their proposals based on community feedback within a short period.

Summary

House Bill 6590, introduced by Representative Rutigliano, seeks to regulate the process of affordable housing applications by developers in municipalities. Specifically, the bill proposes an amendment to section 8-30g of the general statutes, which would prohibit developers from submitting multiple affordable housing applications for the same property within a one-year timeframe. This legislation aims to streamline the application process and prevent developers from overwhelming municipalities with repeated submissions for the same project.

Contention

While proponents of the bill believe that it will ultimately benefit both municipalities and developers by fostering a more organized and manageable housing application environment, critics may argue that it could stifle flexibility and responsiveness. There are concerns that preventing multiple submissions within a year could hinder the ability of developers to address community concerns or changes in market conditions, potentially leading to fewer affordable housing projects being completed in a timely manner.