Virginia · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 262: Minimum parking requirements; prohibition on mandates by localities.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 262 is a bill introduced in the Virginia House on January 9, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Minimum parking requirements; prohibition on mandates by localities. Primary sponsor: Shelly Simonds (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (January 30, 2026): Incorporated by Counties, Cities and Towns (HB888-Shin) (Voice Vote).
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Minimum parking requirements; prohibition on mandates by localities. Provides that no locality shall adopt, enforce, or maintain any ordinance, policy, or requirement that mandates a minimum number of parking spaces for any new or existing building, structure, or other use. The bill has a delayed effective date of September 1, 2026. This bill was incorporated into HB 888.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shelly Simonds | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 70 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Incorporated by Counties, Cities and Towns (HB888-Shin) (Voice Vote)
- Subcommittee recommends incorporating (Voice Vote)
- Assigned HCCT sub: Subcommittee #1
- Fiscal Impact statement From CLG (1/19/2026 12:49 pm)
- Referred to Committee on Counties, Cities and Towns
- Prefiled and ordered printed; Offered 01-14-2026 26101219D