This bill proposes to amend current statutes regarding municipal administrative reviews by mandating that the legislative body of a city or town may may shall authorize administrative personnel to review and approve various development documents without a public hearing. The bill also introduces a new provision that allows cities and towns to adopt a self-certification program for registered architects and professional engineers, which was previously optional. Additionally, it clarifies the definitions of "license" and "objective" within the context of the statute. Furthermore, the bill restructures the existing provisions by renumbering them and removing outdated language. It retains the allowance for at-risk submittals and expedited permit reviews for compliant applicants while ensuring that applications for licenses remain subject to statutory time frame requirements. The effective date of the act is set for January 1, 2026, ensuring a clear timeline for implementation.

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