DENVER — Gov. Jared Polis signed HB24-1007 on Monday, prohibiting local governments from limiting the number of people who can live under one roof.
Previously, local governments were allowed to set occupancy limits for people who weren’t related to each other — no matter the size of the house.
There are a few exceptions in the new law. Local governments can enforce residential occupancy limits to follow fire code regulations and health and safety standards, or if the residence is part of an affordable housing program.
The new law will impact many people, including college students, partners who are not legally married and seniors living with non-immediate family members.