An Act to facilitate the issuance of local permits for building energy efficiency and decarbonization

This bill amends Massachusetts law to streamline the permitting process for local building projects focused on energy efficiency and decarbonization. It specifically requires that local permits, licenses, and approvals be issued without delay for any measures authorized by certified efficiency plans approved under state law. The change directly affects municipalities and regional governments by ensuring they cannot use local permitting rules to block or delay these specific green building initiatives. By aligning local procedures with state-certified plans, the legislation aims to remove administrative barriers to implementing energy-saving upgrades in buildings.