FL S1404

Reduces state permit approval timeline from 90 days to 60 days after receipt of a completed application and establishes default approval if not decided within the timeframe.

Creates incentive-based permitting program rewarding applicants with 5+ years of compliance history through expedited reviews, reduced inspections, longer permit durations, and automatic renewals.

Designates biofuel processing and renewable energy facilities as permitted industrial/agricultural uses in local comprehensive plans and limits local fees to $1,000 maximum.

Prohibits counties and municipalities from requiring applicants to obtain permits from other state or federal agencies as a condition of local development permit approval.

Expands use of internet-based self-certification for exemptions and general permits to streamline environmental review processes.