The bill amends the definitions related to project permits and project permit applications in Washington State law. It clarifies that a "project permit" or "project permit application" does not include building permits, which is a new insertion in the legal language. Additionally, the bill modifies the provisions regarding the exclusion of certain project permits from specific sections of the law, particularly changing the references from RCW 36.70B.090 to RCW 36.70B.080. It also allows local governments to exclude project permits for interior alterations from site plan review, provided these alterations do not lead to significant changes such as additional sleeping quarters or increased building size.

Furthermore, the bill outlines that local governments can exclude various project permits, including landmark designations and street vacations, from certain review processes if they determine that special circumstances warrant different procedures. It emphasizes that while interior alterations may be exempt from site plan review, they must still comply with applicable building codes. Overall, the bill aims to streamline the project permit process while ensuring that essential safety and regulatory standards are maintained.

Statutes affected:
Original Bill: 36.70B.020
Substitute Bill: 36.70B.020, 36.70B.140