This bill mandates that the Commissioner of Community Affairs must notify the municipal clerk and the mayor or chief executive officer of a municipality upon receiving an application for a Class F license to own or operate a cooperative sober living residence. This notification aims to keep local officials informed about new applications that may impact their communities.

Additionally, the bill amends existing legal language regarding the licensing of rooming and boarding houses, specifying that a valid license must be obtained from the commissioner and, if applicable, from the municipality. It also clarifies that the commissioner will establish separate categories of licensure for owning and operating such facilities, and outlines the necessary information and fees required for the application process. The bill includes provisions for civil penalties for violations related to licensing and emphasizes the importance of transparency in the licensing process for residential facilities.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 55:13B-7