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 provisions regarding the granting of 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 structured timeline for the processing of applications for conditional use permits or special exceptions, mandating that the planning commission must determine the completeness of an application within thirty days and issue a decision within ninety days of receiving a complete application. It also clarifies the roles of the planning commission and the county board in the decision-making process, ensuring that factual findings are documented to support any decisions made. The original section 23-114.01 is repealed, consolidating these new provisions into the updated legal framework.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 23-114.01