This bill proposes to amend current statutes regarding municipal administrative reviews by changing the language from allowing to requiring city or town legislative bodies to authorize administrative personnel to review and approve various development documents without a public hearing. Specifically, it mandates that these bodies shall adopt ordinances to facilitate the review of site plans, development plans, land divisions, and design review plans based on objective standards. Additionally, it allows for at-risk submittals for certain preliminary grading and drainage work, and it establishes eligibility for expedited permit review for applicants with a history of compliance with building codes.

The bill also introduces a self-certification program for registered architects and professional engineers, allowing them to certify compliance with applicable ordinances and construction standards for qualifying projects. Furthermore, it clarifies the definition of "license" in this context and specifies that applications for licenses are subject to existing statutory time frame requirements. The act is set to take effect on January 1, 2026.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 9-500.49
House Engrossed Version: 9-500.49
Chaptered Version: 9-500.49