Connecticut House Bill HB06087

Connecticut 2013 Regular Session

• Introduced: 1/25/13
• Refer: 1/25/13

Caption

An Act Concerning Municipal Building Permit Fees For Class I Renewable Energy Projects.

Impact

By limiting the building permit fees to actual administrative costs, HB 6087 aims to promote the development of Class I renewable energy projects across municipalities. This change could incentivize more developers and investors to engage in renewable energy ventures, potentially accelerating the transition to sustainable energy sources. This could have a significant impact on local economies, creating new jobs and driving innovation within the renewable energy sector.

Summary

House Bill 6087 seeks to amend the existing statutes concerning municipal building permit fees specifically for Class I renewable energy projects. The bill proposes that the permit fees imposed by municipalities should only reflect the administrative costs incurred, rather than being calculated as a percentage of the total construction costs. This measure is intended to reduce the financial burden on those investing in renewable energy projects by eliminating exorbitant fees that do not correlate with actual administrative expenses associated with the permitting process.

Contention

The potential points of contention surrounding HB 6087 may include concerns from municipalities regarding their ability to cover costs associated with permitting and regulation of renewable energy projects. Some local governments may argue that, while the intention behind the bill is to encourage renewable energy, it could strain their financial resources if the fees do not adequately fund the necessary administrative processes. Additionally, there may be differing opinions on how to define what constitutes reasonable administrative costs versus what might be seen as fees meant to regulate and ensure compliance with local building codes.