1. (1) As used in this section:

   1. (a) "Model home" means:

      1. (i) a single-family home that the homebuilder uses to promote the sale or lease of another single-family home; or
      2. (ii) a unit within a multi-family residential structure that the owner uses to promote the sale or lease of another unit within the multi-family residential structure.
   2. (b) "Open house" means an event held by a homeowner, including an event in association with a real estate agent, architect, builder, or developer, to showcase a home, including the outdoor landscaping around the home.
2. (2) The legislative body of a municipality may not regulate a model home or open house differently than a residential use.
3. (3) Any ordinance regulating a model home or an open house differently than a residential use is void.

Enacted by Chapter 166, 2026 General Session