Relating to restoration of dwellings damaged by involuntary causes.
Effective date, January 1, 2027.
Summary
The bill requires owners of damaged dwellings to file a replacement application within three years of the event, start construction within four years of final approval, and demolish or convert the damaged structure within three months after the new home is certified for occupancy. Local governments may delegate approval to a hearings officer, planning commission, or planning director, and their decisions are reviewed only under specific land‑use statutes.
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