An Act to establish commonsense permitting reforms for businesses and landowners

This bill amends zoning laws to clarify permitting rules for businesses and landowners. It requires local authorities to explicitly consider neighborhood impacts and hardship when granting variances (exceptions to zoning rules), and creates a formal "site plan review" process for developments that don’t need special permits. The changes apply to projects requiring building permits for construction, expansion, or site development, ensuring proposals meet zoning standards while allowing reasonable conditions. Businesses and landowners seeking permits will face clearer, more standardized review procedures.