CT HB05117

Requires applicants filing permit applications for property subject to conservation or preservation restrictions to provide written notice by certified mail to the restriction holder at least 60 days before filing, unless the work is interior or exterior work that does not expand the building footprint.

Allows restriction holders to file appeals within 15 days of permit approval if the applicant failed to provide required notice, and state agencies holding restrictions may file appeals within 30 days with authority to immediately reverse permits if violations are certified.

Authorizes state agencies holding restrictions to impose civil penalties of up to $5,000 for violations and up to $1,000 per day for continued violations after receiving a penalty order.

Requires municipalities acquiring property with conservation, preservation, or use restrictions to record descriptions of those restrictions in land records, including referendum dates, legislative actions, and funding sources.

Allows the Attorney General to bring legal action to enforce municipal dedications of land as open space or park land and to enforce conservation or preservation restrictions.