Legislative Bill 47 amends section 23-114.01 of the Reissue Revised Statutes of Nebraska to enhance the governance and operational procedures of county planning commissions and county boards. The bill introduces a requirement for each member of the commission and the county board to undertake two hours of education per term on relevant topics, which will be developed and presented by the respective county attorney. Additionally, the bill modifies the process for granting conditional use permits or special exceptions, emphasizing that such decisions must be based solely on county zoning regulations and that applicants must comply with all applicable local, state, and federal requirements.

Furthermore, the bill establishes a timeline for the planning commission to determine the completeness of applications for conditional use permits or special exceptions, requiring a decision within thirty days and a final determination within ninety days of receiving a complete application. It also mandates that the commission or county board issue a statement of factual findings with their decisions, ensuring transparency in the process. The original section 23-114.01 is repealed, consolidating these new provisions into the updated legal framework for county planning in Nebraska.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 23-114.01