Bill > S388

This bill establishes specific time periods for the North Carolina Department of Transportation (DOT) to review and process certain permits, including driveways, encroachments, and subdivisions. Within 10 business days of receiving a permit application, the DOT must either notify the applicant that the application is complete or inform them of specific missing information. For complete applications, the DOT has 30 calendar days to either issue the permit or provide a written denial explaining the reasons based on applicable statutes or regulations. If the DOT fails to act within these specified time frames, the permit application is automatically deemed approved, and the department must issue the permit. This legislation aims to create more transparency and efficiency in the DOT's permit review process by establishing clear deadlines and requiring specific communication with applicants about the status of their permit applications.

https://www.ncleg.gov/BillLookUp/2025/S388