Housing builders can ask cities for an early estimate of required street and utility work
Housing developers can ask a city or county, with a preliminary application, for an estimate of the onsite and offsite improvements it will require, due within 30 business days. Cities must also give an itemized list of improvements within 30 business days of deeming a later permit complete.
Who it affects
Housing developers, cities and counties
When
This law takes effect on January 1, 2027. California laws take effect on January 1 of the year after they are signed, unless the law says otherwise.
- : Signed into law
- : This law takes effect
Official text
California SB 1014: Development projects: preliminary estimate of required improvements: onsite and offsite improvements.
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