The proposed bill would amend current statutes related to county planning by allowing county boards of supervisors (BOS) to authorize administrative personnel to review and approve certain planning documents, including assurances, without the need for a public hearing. This change would expand the scope of administrative review to include not only site plans and development plans but also assurances, thereby streamlining the approval process. Additionally, the bill specifies that a county employee authorized by the adopted county ordinance can review and approve subdivision plats, rather than limiting this authority solely to the BOS.

Furthermore, the bill introduces a definition for "license" and makes various technical and conforming changes to existing language. It clarifies that the approval of subdivision plats can be conducted by either the BOS or an authorized county employee, and it outlines the conditions under which a final plat may be approved, including the requirement for a certificate of assured water supply in certain cases. Overall, these updates aim to enhance the efficiency of the planning and development approval process at the county level.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 11-269.27, 11-822, 11-823, 9-831, 32-2101, 45-402, 45-576
Senate Engrossed Version: 11-269.27, 11-822, 11-823, 9-831, 32-2101, 45-402, 45-576
Chaptered Version: 11-269.27, 11-822, 11-823, 9-831, 32-2101, 45-402, 45-576