MI HB5531

Limits the studies and documents local governments can require for site plan approval to those "reasonably necessary" to evaluate the proposal based on its nature, scope, and intensity

Restricts post-approval requests for additional studies or documents to situations involving code compliance, state/federal law, or demonstrated material public health or safety concerns

Prohibits local governments from requesting additional studies to impose new requirements unrelated to applicant-requested changes or to reopen previously approved issues

Establishes a 60-day deadline for local governments to approve, reject, or conditionally approve site plans after receipt

Requires rejections or conditional approvals to include specific reasons for the decision and information on how to appeal