CA AB2428

Requires local agencies to expend fees for improvements collected from qualified applicants within 5 years of deposit into escrow accounts for conditional use permits or equivalent development permits.

Defines "qualified applicant" as an applicant for a conditional use permit employing 25 or fewer employees at the time fees are deposited.

Mandates return of any unexpended fees to the qualified applicant after the 5-year period expires.

Applies to all California cities, including charter cities, as a matter of statewide concern rather than a municipal affair.

Exempts the state from reimbursement obligations under Article XIII B of the California Constitution because local agencies have authority to levy service charges and fees to cover mandate costs.