AB 660: Planning and Zoning Law: postentitlement phase permits: Housing Accountability Act.

This bill aims to improve the planning and zoning process for postentitlement phase permits. It would limit the number of plan check and specification reviews a local agency can require, and allow for a local agency to deny an application after two reviews. The bill also removes the tolling requirements for outside entity reviews and requires the local agency to notify the applicant of the tolling and resumption of the time limit. Additionally, the bill would revise the timelines for appealing a decision on a postentitlement phase permit, making the process faster for smaller housing development projects. The bill also clarifies the definition of "disapproving" a housing development project under the housing accountability act, making it clear that failing to meet specific requirements is a violation of the act. The bill is intended to address a matter of statewide concern and applies t…