Authorizes cities, towns, or villages to issue building permits based on certification by a registered architect or professional engineer.

This bill allows cities, towns, or villages in certain population brackets to establish a program for issuing building permits based on certification by a registered architect or professional engineer. The program must include requirements such as automatic approval of applications within 45 days unless denied, and a random audit of applications to ensure compliance. The bill also specifies that wrongful or negligent certification by a licensed professional may constitute professional misconduct. The program will expire three years after its effective date.

Authorizes cities, towns, or villages to issue building permits based on certification by a registered architect or professional engineer.

This bill allows cities, towns, or villages in certain population brackets to establish a program for issuing building permits based on certification by a registered architect or professional engineer. The program must include requirements such as automatic approval of applications within 45 days unless denied, and a random audit of applications to ensure compliance. The bill also specifies that wrongful or negligent certification by a licensed professional may constitute professional misconduct. The program will expire three years after its effective date.