Warner’s Bill to Cut Red Tape for Construction Projects Becomes Law
HARRISBURG— Rep. Ryan Warner (R-Fayette/Westmoreland) announced today that his bill to clarify existing law, cut government red tape and promote investment was signed into law today by Gov. Wolf, becoming Act 31 of 2015.
Act 31 amends the Development Permit Extension Act to clarify language concerning the development of planned communities and the suspension of permits. The act removes uncertainty around permit expiration dates for construction projects and establishes that all permits granted between Dec. 31, 2008, and July 2, 2013, be suspended until July 2, 2016, to allow developers to avoid additional costs that could inhibit investment.
“Many businesses and individuals who were issued project permits found themselves with an inability to obtain the necessary financing during the economic downturn,” Warner said. “By clarifying the permit extension period, we are alleviating the need for these businesses and individuals to go through the expense and the drawn-out government processes associated with obtaining a replacement permit, and allowing them to start investing in our communities right away.”
Before becoming Act 31,
House Bill 1071 passed both the House and the Senate unanimously. The bill was supported by the Department of Community and Economic Development, as well as the Pennsylvania Builders Association.
Representative Ryan Warner
52nd Legislative District
Pennsylvania House of Representatives
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