Bill
AB 253
AB 253 authorizes private entities to conduct residential building permit reviews and issuance, aiming to accelerate housing construction while maintaining state standards and generating local agency revenue.
AB 253 authorizes California to establish a private permitting review program for residential building permits, allowing qualified private entities to conduct plan reviews and issue permits on behalf of local jurisdictions. The bill creates a framework for streamlining the residential construction permitting process through delegation to certified private reviewers while maintaining state oversight and standards.
California faces significant housing shortages and construction delays, with permitting timelines often stretching months or years. By enabling private sector involvement in permit review, this bill aims to reduce bureaucratic bottlenecks and accelerate residential development, potentially lowering housing costs and increasing supply. The law also generates revenue for local agencies through certification fees while reducing their administrative burden.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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