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S2580Introduced in the Senate

Sets timelines for Tiverton's new construction, including one year for final approval, two (2) years for building permits, and temporary inclusion of units in the town's count until completion or three (3) years, whichever comes first.

IntroducedSenate Housing and Municipal Government

Introduced by Walter Felag, District 10

What does this bill do?

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Official description

TOWNS AND CITIES -- TIVERTON'S NEW CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS ACT - Sets timelines for Tiverton's new construction, including one year for final approval, two (2) years for building permits, and temporary inclusion of units in the town's count until completion or three (3) years, whichever comes first.

Where it stands

Committee recommended measure be held for further study

May 12, 2026

How did lawmakers vote?

SenateStage: Senate Committee on Housing & Municipal Government: Be held for further study · May 12, 2026

6

Yes

0

No

3

Absent or Not Voting

9 senators recorded in this Senate vote. Colors show vote categories only, not whether a vote was good or bad.

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Bill history

  1. Introduced, referred to Senate Housing and Municipal Government

  2. Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (05/12/2026)

  3. Committee recommended measure be held for further study

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