Bill > AB660

This bill aims to streamline and expedite the postentitlement phase permit process for housing development projects by implementing several key provisions. The bill requires local agencies to compile detailed lists of required application information, post examples of complete applications online, and limits the number of plan check and specification reviews to two, unless additional reviews are necessary to address specific public health or safety concerns. For housing development projects, the bill reduces review timelines, mandating that local agencies complete reviews within 30 business days for projects with 25 units or fewer and 60 business days for projects with 26 or more units. The bill also establishes a new appeals process, shortening the timeline for appeals to 30 business days for smaller projects and 45 business days for larger projects. If a local agency fails to respond within these timelines or denies an application without substantial evidence, the applicant can seek a writ of mandate to compel approval. Additionally, the bill applies to special districts processing housing development project applications, requiring them to provide timely written notices and allowing applicants to seek a writ of mandate if the application is not approved within 30 days of submitting what they believe to be complete information. The overall goal is to reduce bureaucratic barriers and expedite housing development project approvals while maintaining reasonable standards for public safety and local review.

Budget and Finance, Government Affairs, Housing and Urban Affairs

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