Revises provisions governing construction start times in certain counties and cities. (BDR 20-232)
Impact
The bill modifies existing laws to provide that if a county or city adopts an ordinance regarding construction hours, the common-interest community must adhere to those rules without imposing additional restrictions. This means communities cannot set earlier or later start times if such ordinances are enacted, effectively centralizing the authority of construction scheduling within those municipalities. This could harmonize the busy construction periods with local governance but may also limit the ability of individual communities to create more stringent noise regulations to cater to their specific needs.
Summary
Assembly Bill 189 addresses the regulation of construction hours specifically within declarant-controlled common-interest communities in counties with populations of 700,000 or more, such as Clark County. The bill sets forth provisions that require local governing bodies to allow construction activities to commence at 5 a.m. during the peak construction months of April through September. This legislation is designed to standardize construction start times across different jurisdictions and ensure that community-driven concerns about noise do not interfere with ongoing construction activities sanctioned by local ordinances.
Contention
Debate surrounding AB189 includes concerns from residents of common-interest communities who may perceive this bill as a loss of local control over their living environment. Critics warn that allowing construction to begin as early as 5 a.m. could lead to increased disturbances, particularly for families and individuals who may be adversely affected by such noise. Proponents argue that the legislation will help facilitate more efficient construction processes and enhance property values by ensuring that development progresses without unnecessary delays due to contradictory local regulations.