GA HB1315

Local government zoning and permitting moratoria on commercial or residential property are limited to a maximum of 180 days, with no renewal or reimposition of the same type of moratorium within 365 days of expiration

At least 30 days public notice must be provided before adopting any zoning or permitting moratorium, published in the county legal organ and on the local government's website

Sovereign immunity is waived for counties, municipalities, and local authorities when property owners suffer diminished property value from moratoria exceeding 180 days

Property owners may sue in superior court to recover damages including loss in development value, carrying costs (financing, interest, maintenance), elevated ad valorem taxes, and reasonable attorney's fees

Emergency exceptions apply for moratoria adopted in response to declared states of emergency, natural disasters, or imminent threats to public health or safety