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Support for Building Additional Housing in Rural Areas

New regulations facilitate the construction of accessory dwelling units (ADUs) on single-family properties, especially in rural areas. Citizens can receive grants or loans for this purpose, aiming to increase housing availability and support local communities. Financial limits and usage conditions for these units have been introduced.
Key points
Opportunity to receive grants or loans for building accessory dwelling units (ADUs) on your property.
Maximum support for an ADU is $100,000, with inflation adjustment possible.
Owner must reside in the main house or ADU, maintain ownership, and not lease the ADU for less than 6 months for 5 years.
Owner's income cannot exceed 150% of the area median income.
The act allocates $200 million for this program to increase housing availability.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_686
Sponsor: Sen. King, Angus S., Jr. [I-ME]
Process start date: 2025-02-24
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

The Farmhouse-to-Workforce Housing Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_686.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-02-24.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Opportunity to receive grants or loans for building accessory dwelling units (ADUs) on your property.
  • Maximum support for an ADU is $100,000, with inflation adjustment possible.
  • Owner must reside in the main house or ADU, maintain ownership, and not lease the ADU for less than 6 months for 5 years.
  • Owner's income cannot exceed 150% of the area median income.
  • The act allocates $200 million for this program to increase housing availability.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. King, Angus S., Jr. [I-ME].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

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