Resolve, To Require The Preparation Of Preapproved Building Types

LD 546 requires Maine's Department of Agriculture to contract a consultant to develop 5-8 preapproved building types (like single-family homes, duplexes, and mixed-use buildings) that municipalities may adopt. Each type must include 8-10 design options reflecting local architecture, meet building codes, and include units where rent does not exceed 30% of the county's median income. The bill mandates public input through surveys and feedback on draft designs, and requires compliance with fire safety standards. The department must submit a report by November 2026 with recommendations for streamlining permit approvals for these preapproved types. This aims to reduce building permit processing time and costs for municipalities and developers.