AB 1621: Planning and Zoning Law: postentitlement phase permits: Housing Accountability Act.

This bill aims to improve the planning and zoning process in California, specifically for postentitlement phase permits. The bill would prohibit local agencies from requiring more than two plan check and specification reviews for building permits. It would also allow local agencies to deny applications that are not compliant with permit standards after two reviews. Applicants can request additional submittals if their application is not compliant. The bill would revise the timeline for appeals related to postentitlement phase permits, requiring local agencies to provide a final written determination within 30 days for projects with 25 units or fewer and 45 days for projects with 26 units or more. Applicants can seek a writ of mandate to compel approval if their appeal is denied. The bill would also revise the definition of "disapprove the housing development project" under the Housing A…