Bill > AB920

This bill requires cities and counties with populations of 150,000 or more to create a centralized online application portal for housing development projects by January 1, 2028, with a potential extension to January 1, 2030 under certain conditions. The portal must allow applicants to track the status of their housing development project applications, though cities are not required to provide status updates for permits or inspections from other agencies or utility providers. If a city determines that implementing the portal by 2028 would substantially increase permitting fees, they can delay implementation until 2030 if they initiate a procurement process by January 1, 2028. A "centralized application portal" is defined as a website or software used to collect necessary information for considering a housing development project. The bill applies to all cities, including charter cities, and is considered a matter of statewide concern. Importantly, no additional state reimbursement is required for implementation, as local agencies can levy fees to cover the costs of the new requirement. The goal appears to be streamlining and increasing transparency in the housing development approval process for larger municipalities.

Budget and Finance, Government Affairs, Housing and Urban Affairs

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