The bill amends Section 39-4113 of the Idaho Code, which pertains to the review and approval of public school building plans. It establishes that the administrator will create a program for plan reviews and permit issuance within the division of occupational and professional licenses. The bill specifies that local governments elected by school districts to conduct building plan reviews cannot charge fees exceeding those set by the division. Additionally, it outlines the qualifications required for plans examiners and allows school districts to choose between local government or division review for their building plans, with specific provisions for projects valued over and under $100,000.

Key changes include the requirement that public school building plans "shall" be approved by either the local government or the division, and that the jurisdiction performing the review must complete the initial plan review within thirty calendar days of submission. The bill also emphasizes that no material changes can be made to approved plans without further review and approval. Furthermore, it clarifies that all school construction must be inspected by certified building inspectors or licensed architects/engineers to ensure compliance with relevant codes. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2026, due to an emergency declaration.

Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 39-4113