A Utah House committee did not vote on two housing bills, HB 88 and HB 90, aimed at addressing the state's housing shortage, despite support from the governor's office. HB 88 would allow detached accessory dwelling units in urban residential zones, while HB 90 would permit single-family homes on smaller lots. The bills faced opposition from the Utah League of Cities and Towns, which argued they would undermine local land authority. Utah's housing shortfall continues to grow, with a need for 153,000 new units by 2030.
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