Relating to restoration of dwellings damaged by involuntary causes.

Changed the legislative session year from 2025 to 2026.

Added a three-year deadline for applicants to file for restoration after the damaging event.

Added a four-year deadline for construction to begin after the application is approved.

Changed the trigger for restoration eligibility from 'natural or involuntary causes' to 'natural or involuntary event'.

Removed the requirement that applicants must comply with building codes effective as of January 1, 2008, or the date of the original construction.

Added a requirement that the damaged dwelling must be removed, demolished, or converted to non-residential use within three months of the replacement home's occupancy.

Simplified the building code compliance rule to require adherence to codes in effect on the date the dwelling was damaged or destroyed.

Changed the delegation of approval authority to include a 'planning director' as an option.

Added the power for local governments to require applicants to give notice to non-parties and provide them an opportunity to submit written comments.