S1299-119

This bill, the Housing Supply Frameworks Act, directs the HUD Assistant Secretary for Policy Development and Research to publish guidelines and best practices for reforming state and local zoning frameworks within 3 years. During a 2-year development period, HUD must publish draft guidelines for public comment and establish a task force including planners, architects, housing advocates, developers, community members, public housing authorities, transit agencies, state and local officials, and researchers. The guidelines must address reducing parking minimums, increasing height limits, eliminating accessory dwelling unit restrictions, increasing by-right uses for multi-family housing, streamlining review processes, encouraging transit-oriented development, reforming public engagement processes, and reducing impact fees. For states, the guidelines must include model zoning codes, a model state zoning appeals process for affordable housing projects, and best practices for disposition of state-owned land. The bill also repeals the existing Regulatory Barriers Clearinghouse. Five years after publication, HUD must report to Congress on adoption rates and effects on building permits. The bill authorizes 3 million dollars per year for fiscal years 2026-2030.