Virginia · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 1212: Zoning; small lot residential districts.
Enacted Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 1212 is a bill introduced in the Virginia House on January 14, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Zoning; small lot residential districts. Primary sponsor: Briana Sewell (Democratic). It lists 4 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (April 13, 2026): Approved by Governor-Chapter 751 (effective 7/1/2026).
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Small lot residential zoning districts. Requires any locality with a population of 50,000 or more to adopt, maintain, and apply to land within its boundaries at least one zoning district classification that permits a single-family dwelling on a lot with a minimum lot area not exceeding 3,000 square feet. The bill provides that such zoning district classifications shall not impose minimum lot widths exceeding 30 feet or setback, lot coverage, or density requirements that would preclude construction of eligible dwellings on conforming lots. The bill's provisions do not apply to areas within a historic district.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 5
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Briana Sewell | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 25 |
| Dan Helmer | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 10 |
| Karen Keys-Gamarra | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 7 |
| Garrett McGuire | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 17 |
| David Reid | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 28 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Approved by Governor-Chapter 751 (effective 7/1/2026)
- Governor's Action Deadline 11:59 p.m., April 13, 2026
- Enrolled Bill communicated to Governor on March 14, 2026
- Signed by President
- Signed by Speaker
- Bill text as passed House and Senate (HB1212ER)
- Enrolled
- Senate amendments agreed to by House (61-Y 35-N 0-A)
- Reconsideration of Senate amendments agreed to by House
- Senate amendments agreed to by House (60-Y 35-N 0-A)
- Passed Senate with amendments (21-Y 18-N 0-A)
- Engrossed by Senate as amended
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