The bill establishes a framework for local government entities in Wyoming to adhere to specific timelines when reviewing land use requests related to property development or improvement. It mandates that local governments provide written notice to applicants within fifteen days of receiving a request, indicating whether the request is complete or incomplete. If the request is complete and falls within the permitted zoning use, the local government must approve or deny the request within sixty days, with certain exceptions for state or federal approvals. Additionally, if a local government fails to meet these deadlines, the request will be automatically approved.
The legislation also includes provisions for penalties, such as a ten percent reduction in fees if a local government imposes additional requirements after a request has been approved. It specifies that the bill applies to applications submitted on or after July 1, 2025, and outlines the definitions of key terms such as "local government entity" and "request." The effective date for the bill is also set for July 1, 2025.