Exempts certain local utilities from certain land use approval requirements.

This bill requires local utilities providing essential services (like water, electricity, or sewer systems) to consult with county planning boards before making development decisions involving public funds. Specifically, utilities must refer projects to the county planning board for review and recommendations before proceeding, or they may move forward after 45 days without a response. The bill exempts these utilities from standard land use approval processes that typically apply to other developments, streamlining their project timelines. It directly affects sewerage authorities, utilities authorities, and similar entities serving municipalities. The change applies immediately upon enactment.