Authorities have announced a reform of the planning application review system designed to reduce the delays faced by homeowners and small businesses. Under the new rules, straightforward applications will be transferred to experienced specialists in relevant departments, which will allow for faster decision-making and reduce the overall burden on the system. In addition to organizational changes, artificial intelligence technologies are planned to be introduced into the application review process. AI is expected to help automate routine stages of document analysis, identify typical cases, and reduce the processing time for requests that previously could wait months for review. The reform aims to solve a long-standing problem of bureaucratic delays in urban planning, which critics argue hinders small business development and complicates homeowners' ability to carry out relatively simple projects—such as extensions, renovations, or change of use. It is expected that small business owners and private individuals submitting applications for straightforward changes not requiring comprehensive expert assessment will benefit most from these innovations. For more complex and contentious cases, the existing review procedure involving the full panel of specialists is expected to remain in place. The initiative fits into a broader trend of digitalization of public services and the use of technology to improve the efficiency of administrative processes. Authorities expect that a combination of staffing changes and technological solutions will significantly reduce waiting times and increase applicant satisfaction with the quality of planning services.