The bill establishes a One Stop Shop Permitting Program in West Virginia, aimed at streamlining the process for obtaining and renewing permits, licenses, and business registrations. It mandates the creation of a Permitting Dashboard, which will serve as a centralized online platform for applicants to access necessary information, submit applications, and track their status. The Secretary of the Department of Administration is tasked with coordinating the implementation of this program and ensuring that participating agencies provide guidance and training. The program is designed to enhance transparency, efficiency, and collaboration among various state agencies involved in the permitting process.

Additionally, the bill introduces a refund requirement for late processing of permits, stipulating that agencies must refund fees if they fail to act on applications within established deadlines. While the use of the Permitting Dashboard is optional until July 1, 2027, after that date, it will become the exclusive method for submitting permit applications, with certain exceptions for individuals with disabilities. The Secretary is also authorized to create legislative rules to further define deadlines and fees associated with the program, including expedited processing options.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 5A-13-1, 5A-13-2, 5A-13-3, 5A-13-4, 5A-13-5, 5A-13-6
Committee Substitute: 5A-13-1, 5A-13-2, 5A-13-3, 5A-13-4, 5A-13-5, 5A-13-6
Committee Substitute for the Committee Substitute: 5A-13-1, 5A-13-2, 5A-13-3, 5A-13-4, 5A-13-5, 5A-13-6, 29A-3-1
Engrossed Committee Substitute for the Committee Substitute: 5A-13-1, 5A-13-2, 5A-13-3, 5A-13-4, 5A-13-5, 5A-13-6, 29A-3-1
Enrolled Version: 5A-13-1, 5A-13-2, 5A-13-3, 5A-13-4, 5A-13-5, 5A-13-6, 29A-3-1