HARTFORD, Conn. — The Connecticut House of Representatives has approved a scaled-down package of statewide zoning reform measures.
Proponents of the bill acknowledged Thursday the legislation is just one step toward addressing long-standing housing inequities in Connecticut, an issue that has received intense attention since the police killing of George Floyd, promising to revisit the debate again.
The bill passed on an 84-59 vote and now awaits Senate action.
Among other things, it requires municipalities to allow in-law apartments unless they follow an opt-out process.
It also mandates regular training for local planning and zoning officials and defines “character” by physical standards.
---
HERE ARE MORE WAYS TO GET FOX61 NEWS
Download the FOX61 News APP
iTunes: Click here to download
Google Play: Click here to download
Stream Live on ROKU: Add the channel from the ROKU store or by searching FOX61.
