Minnesota HF1136 establishes procedures for government entities to review building applications.

Minnesota HF1136 amends state statutes to set a 60-day deadline for government entities to approve or deny building applications. If an agency fails to deny a request within 60 days, it is considered approved. Agencies must provide written reasons for denials. If a decision is made more than 60 days after an application is received, all relevant fees must be refunded to the applicant. The bill applies to various governmental approvals, including zoning, septic systems, and watershed district reviews.

Minnesota HF1136 establishes procedures for government entities to review building applications.

Minnesota HF1136 amends state statutes to set a 60-day deadline for government entities to approve or deny building applications. If an agency fails to deny a request within 60 days, it is considered approved. Agencies must provide written reasons for denials. If a decision is made more than 60 days after an application is received, all relevant fees must be refunded to the applicant. The bill applies to various governmental approvals, including zoning, septic systems, and watershed district reviews.