Rhode IslandLaw limits parking requirements for some homes near transit
The law limits parking requirements for some multifamily homes near transit, with the rule applying around existing transit hubs and frequent stops.
What it does
Cities and towns may require no more than one off-street parking space per home in certain multifamily developments near a regional mobility hub or frequent transit stop.
Argument forThe limit could make it easier to build multifamily homes near transit by limiting how many parking spaces cities and towns can require.
Argument againstThe limit could leave some residents with too few parking spaces at home, especially if transit does not meet their travel needs.
More detail
Cities and towns may not require more than one off-street parking space per home in certain multifamily developments. The rule covers homes in a multifamily building or development located in a transit-oriented area. The limit applies to property within one-quarter mile of an existing regional mobility hub or one-eighth mile of an existing frequent transit stop, as defined in the state transit plan or its successor. The act takes effect upon passage.
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Where it stands
- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Looking ahead
No hearings or votes scheduled.
History
- 2026
- Jun 2306/23/2026 Signed by Governor Dan McKeeBecame Law
- Jun 1806/18/2026 Transmitted to GovernorTo Governor
- Jun 1106/11/2026 Senate passed Sub A in concurrencePassed Senate
- Jun 906/09/2026 Placed on Senate Calendar (06/11/2026)Minor
- Jun 906/09/2026 Committee recommends passage of Sub A in concurrenceMinor
- Jun 506/05/2026 Scheduled for consideration (06/09/2026)
- May 505/05/2026 Referred to Senate Housing and Municipal GovernmentMinor
- Apr 3004/30/2026 House passed Sub APassed House
- Vote recorded PASSAGE. Result: pass.Lower
- Apr 2404/24/2026 Placed on House Calendar (04/30/2026)Minor
- Apr 1504/15/2026 Committee recommends passage of Sub AMinor
- Apr 1004/10/2026 Proposed SubstituteMajor
- Apr 1004/10/2026 Scheduled for consideration (04/15/2026)
- Mar 503/05/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further studyMinor
- Feb 2702/27/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/05/2026)
- Feb 2702/27/2026 Introduced, referred to House Municipal Government & HousingIntroduced
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