Connecticut House Bill HB06577

Connecticut 2011 Regular Session

• Introduced: 3/9/11
• Refer: 3/9/11

Caption

An Act Eliminating The Waiting Period For Municipal Building Demolition Permits For State Transportation Projects.

Impact

The passage of HB 06577 would significantly impact the existing framework governing municipal demolition permits. Currently, municipalities can impose waiting periods that could inhibit the timely execution of necessary state projects. By eliminating these waiting periods, the bill is designed to provide the Department of Transportation with expedited access to the required permits, thus enhancing the efficiency of state transportation infrastructure development. This could lead to quicker project turnaround times and potentially reduce overall costs associated with delays in project commencement.

Summary

House Bill 06577 aims to eliminate the waiting period for municipal building demolition permits specifically for state transportation projects. By repealing Section 29-406 of the general statutes, the bill allows the Department of Transportation to bypass local waiting periods that can extend up to 180 days when seeking permits for demolition of structures required for advancing transportation initiatives. This change is intended to streamline the process and facilitate timely progress on state transportation projects that may otherwise be delayed by local bureaucratic processes.

Contention

While proponents of the bill argue that it serves the public interest by hastening the development of critical transportation infrastructure, there are concerns regarding the reduction of local control. Critics may contend that eliminating the waiting period undermines municipalities' ability to manage their local environments and make informed decisions about demolition activities. The balance between state needs and local governance presents a point of contention that could be debated among stakeholders, particularly between state officials advocating for faster progress and local officials prioritizing community oversight.