Exempts small-scale renewable energy projects from State land-use permit requirements, under certain conditions.

This bill exempts small-scale renewable energy projects (under 20 megawatts) from state land-use permitting requirements, allowing developers to seek approval solely from local governments instead of multiple state agencies. It directly affects owners and operators of projects like rooftop solar, small wind farms, or geothermal systems who would otherwise navigate complex state environmental permits. Key provisions require projects to be inspected/approved by local officials and the utility company, while still complying with the State Uniform Construction Code. If a developer applies to a state agency first, they forfeit the option for local-only approval.