In March, the Latvian Saeima plans to submit a series of changes intended to reduce the time required for construction projects, as part of a broader initiative to streamline bureaucratic processes across several sectors. Discussions within the Saeima's State Administration and Local Government Committee revealed that many stakeholders see the proposed changes in the construction industry as crucial, noting that 82% of business owners view the current bureaucratic load in government administration as excessively high.

The legislative proposals include allowing construction and design processes to occur concurrently, which proponents believe will significantly expedite projects. In addition to construction, the proposals aim to simplify processes for individuals with disabilities, allowing them to obtain parking permits without visiting multiple agencies. Although the construction sector is receiving the most prominent attention due to these ideas, committee members expressed dissatisfaction that these bureaucratic reductions are not being addressed uniformly across other areas.

The call to reduce bureaucracy reflects a growing concern among businesses and constituents regarding the efficiency of government processes. The ongoing discussions about these reforms highlight the balancing act legislators must perform to meet the diverse needs of various sectors while addressing the pervasive issue of bureaucratic inefficiency that many find stifling for economic growth and development in Latvia.