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S 3813

Limits the amount of time to submit supporting documentation for major capital improvements

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Gustavo Rivera

Summary of S 3813: Limits Time to Submit Documentation for Capital Improvements OverviewThis bill, S 3813, aims to place a time limit on when property owners can submit supporting

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Bill Summary · S 3813

Summary of S 3813: Limits Time to Submit Documentation for Capital Improvements

Overview

This bill, S 3813, aims to place a time limit on when property owners can submit supporting documentation for major capital improvements to their properties. The bill was introduced on October 24, 2024 and has been referred to the Housing, Construction and Community Development committee.

Key Provisions

  • Requires property owners to submit all supporting documentation for a major capital improvement project within 120 days of completing the work
  • Prohibits property owners from submitting documentation after this 120-day deadline, even if the improvement was completed prior to the bill's enactment
  • Applies to both residential and commercial properties undergoing major capital improvements over $25,000 in value
  • Defines "major capital improvement" as any structural renovation, system replacement, or other substantial upgrade to a building or property

Potential Impact

  • Streamlines the process for reviewing and approving applications for property tax assessments related to major improvements
  • May incentivize property owners to submit documentation in a more timely manner to avoid missing the 120-day deadline
  • Could create challenges for owners who are unaware of the new deadline or encounter delays in gathering required paperwork
  • Aims to provide more predictability in the tax assessment process for local governments and communities

Related Legislation

This bill has several related measures, including:
- A 5141 - Companion bill introduced in the state assembly
- S 5680, S 3329, S 2977 - Prior-session bills addressing similar capital improvement documentation issues
- A 7214 - Another companion bill in the assembly

Overall, S 3813 represents an effort to streamline the process for documenting major property improvements and ensure more timely submission of supporting materials by owners.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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