HB 2815

Requires Department of Consumer and Business Services to enter into public contract to research and analyze administrative procedures for approving residential construction projects in this state and to develop recommendations, including recommendations for best practices, for reducing amount of time necessary for approval.

Bill Text

• Introduced

Requires research into administrative procedures for approving residential construction projects and recommendations for reducing approval timelines.

Original Bill Text

Sponsors#

Chief Sponsors: Lily Morgan

Co-Sponsors: Boomer Wright

Overview#

Requires Department of Consumer and Business Services to enter into public contract to research and analyze administrative procedures for approving residential construction projects in this state and to develop recommendations, including recommendations for best practices, for reducing amount of time necessary for approval. Specifies requirements for method of conducting, and scope of information for inclusion in, contractor’s research and analysis. Requires department to report each calendar quarter on progress of research and analysis to interim committee of Legislative Assembly related to housing, with initial report due not later than December 1, 2024. Adds to list of items that are necessary for substantial completion of residential subdivision off-site improvements for emergency services, water and storm water and sewage disposal at capacity that is sufficient to serve residential subdivision. Requires city or county to allow applications for building permits without regard to whether final plat is recorded. Takes effect on 91st day following adjournment sine die.

Legislative History