Virginia 2026 Session Status: Introduced

HB509 — Zoning; agricultural operations, rental of accessory dwellings.

Last action — Continued from last session

  1. 1
    Introduced
  2. 2
    In Committee
  3. 3
    Passed House of Delegates
  4. 4
    Passed Senate
  5. 5
    To Executive
  6. 6
    Enacted

This bill has been introduced in the House of Delegates. Introduced January 12, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

Next likely step: a committee referral and hearing.

Odds of enactment

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Prognosis

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In plain language

The bill addresses zoning regulations for agricultural operations and accessory dwelling rentals.

This legislation modifies zoning laws related to agricultural activities and the rental of accessory dwellings. It aims to clarify regulations for property owners involved in these areas.

Summary

Zoning; agricultural operations, rental of accessory dwellings.

Bill Text

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Action History

  1. H Continued to next session in Counties, Cities and Towns (Voice Vote)

  2. H Subcommittee recommends continuing to (Voice Vote)

  3. H Placed on Counties, Cities and Towns Agenda

  4. H Assigned HCCT sub: Subcommittee #2

  5. H Referred to Committee on Counties, Cities and Towns

  6. H Prefiled and ordered printed; Offered 01-14-2026 26103089D

Sponsors

Sponsorship breakdown

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 147 not signed on

Sponsors (1)

Co-sponsors (0)

None.

Not signed on (147)

147 members have not signed on to this bill.

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Subjects

housing agriculture
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Frequently asked questions

What does HB509 do?
Zoning; agricultural operations, rental of accessory dwellings.
Who sponsors HB509?
HB509 is sponsored by John Chilton McAuliff.
What is the current status of HB509?
This bill has been introduced in the House of Delegates. Introduced January 12, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
Where can I track HB509?
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