Proposed limits on local housing regulations clears Indiana House

By: Tom Davies

Outlets: Indiana Capital Chronicle

Published: January 28, 2026

Words: 267

Last Updated: 3 weeks, 6 days ago

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Legislation aimed at boosting residential construction and home ownership has won Indiana House approval despite concerns about limits it would place on local authority over housing regulations.

House members voted 76-15 on Tuesday in favor of House Bill 1001, advancing it to the Senate for action.

Provisions of the bill target housing affordability by limiting local zoning regulations and streamlining approvals for new residential development. It would prohibit local officials from actions such …

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