relative to recovery houses.

This bill updates state laws to clarify what constitutes a recovery house and ensures these facilities are treated the same as regular homes in local zoning rules. It defines a recovery house as a substance-free residence centered on peer support for people recovering from addiction, while explicitly excluding licensed boarding or halfway houses. Under the new provisions, these homes would not need special permits or site plan reviews if they are located in existing single-family, two-family, or multi-family buildings. To operate legally, the homes must either be certified or actively pursuing certification within one year of opening, and operators must notify local officials at least 30 days before starting.