Requires certain preliminary approval by municipality prior to licensure of cooperative sober living residence.

This bill requires municipalities to provide preliminary approval before the state can license cooperative sober living residences (CSLRs), which are homes specifically for people recovering from substance addiction. Applicants must obtain a written certificate from local officials confirming the residence meets all existing zoning and land use regulations before submitting a state license application. The Department of Community Affairs cannot issue a license without this municipal approval, adding a local review step to the licensing process. This directly affects CSLR operators seeking state licensure, municipal officials responsible for issuing approvals, and the state agency managing the licensing. The bill does not change the definition or operation of CSLRs, only the pre-licensing approval process.