Bill > S1143

This bill adds a new section to Idaho's Building Code Act that requires local governments to improve transparency and efficiency in the building permit process. The bill mandates that local governments publish a detailed document describing their building permit requirements, making it available both online and in physical form. When an applicant submits a building permit application, they must make a good faith effort to ensure the application is complete. If the application is incomplete, the local government must notify the applicant of missing information within 10 business days. Once a complete application is received, the local government has 10 business days to review the application and verify its completeness, after which they must publish a notice of determination. If the local government cannot meet the 10-day review deadline, they must provide written explanation and can negotiate a later deadline with the applicant. If the application is deemed complete, the relevant reviewing department must schedule a public hearing within 45 business days, when necessary. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, and is described as an emergency measure, likely aimed at improving administrative efficiency and transparency in local government building permit processes.

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https://legislature.idaho.gov/sessioninfo/2025/legislation/S1143/