The bill amends sections 3781.19 and 3781.20 of the Revised Code and enacts a new section, 3781.21, to enhance the procedures related to building inspections and appeals in Ohio. It establishes a board of building appeals within the Department of Commerce, consisting of five members appointed by the governor, and outlines their qualifications and terms. The board is empowered to set fees for filing and processing appeals, including additional fees for expedited appeals as specified in the new section 3781.21. This section allows for expedited appeals to be processed more quickly, requiring the board to commence the appeal within one day and hold a hearing within five days of the request.

Additionally, the bill provides for the possibility of conducting expedited hearings via electronic means and sets a fee structure for expedited appeals, which cannot exceed $1,000 in total. The existing sections 3781.19 and 3781.20 are repealed, streamlining the process and ensuring that the new provisions are effectively integrated into the law. Overall, the bill aims to improve the efficiency and accessibility of the appeals process related to building inspections in Ohio.

Statutes affected:
As Introduced: 3781.19, 3781.20
As Reported By Senate Committee: 3781.19, 3781.20
As Passed By Senate: 3781.19, 3781.20
As Reported By House Committee: 3781.19, 3781.20
As Passed By House: 3781.19, 3781.20
As Enrolled: 3781.19, 3781.20