religious institutions; use-by-right development

This bill creates a new process for religious institutions to build affordable housing on land they already own without needing special permits or rezoning. It allows these developments to exceed current height and density limits while automatically requiring that a significant portion of the units be reserved for low- and moderate-income households. The law also sets specific rules for parking, commercial uses, and deed restrictions to ensure the housing remains affordable for decades. By streamlining approval, the measure aims to help churches build more housing quickly while maintaining strict income requirements for residents.