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On the National Radar:

Colorado Lets Nonprofits, Universities, and More Bypass Zoning

(Photo Credit: Nick Coltrain of The Denver Post)

Last week, Colorado Governor Jared Polis signed the HOME Act into law, requiring most municipalities to allow housing development nonprofits, transit agencies, school districts, public housing authorities, and universities to build housing on their land.

What’s allowed: Starting in 2028, the aforementioned organizations can build housing on their property regardless of municipal zoning restrictions. Residential structures can be up to three stories or 45 feet in height by right, and municipalities cannot limit the number of units in a given development.

Room for improvement: Notably, religious institutions were not included in the list of qualifying organizations. Legalizing faith-based housing by right would give places of worship the ability to provide living spaces for vulnerable community members, unlocking a massive amount of affordable housing across …