The bill amends various sections of the Revised Code to enhance the processes surrounding building inspections, local regulations, and zoning. It introduces the definition of "entitlement" as any discretionary land use decision requiring public approval, such as variances or zoning changes. Key provisions mandate that every entitlement application must have at least one public hearing within thirty days of submission and be resolved within ninety days. The bill also establishes notification requirements for affected property owners and public postings to ensure transparency. Additionally, it modifies the appeal procedures for zoning boards, requiring decisions to be made within thirty days, and extends the approval timeline for subdivision plats from thirty to ninety days.

Moreover, the bill includes new definitions for terms related to building standards and access management, such as "nonresidential building" and "third-party private inspector." It mandates that building departments review plans and conduct inspections within thirty days of requests and allows for the certification of third-party inspectors if the building department does not act promptly. The bill also repeals several outdated sections of the Revised Code to eliminate conflicting provisions. Overall, these changes aim to streamline the entitlement and building inspection processes, enhance public participation, and ensure timely approvals while maintaining safety and efficiency in access management regulations.

Statutes affected:
As Introduced: 303.15, 519.15, 711.09, 3781.10, 5552.02