CA AB2418

Reduces the "excessive delay" threshold for nonresidential building permit plan checks from 50 days to 30 days, requiring local agencies to provide private plan-checking options when delays exceed this timeframe

Allows applicants to hire private professional providers (licensed engineers or architects with plan examiner certification) at their own expense to conduct plan reviews when local agencies cannot provide timely service or qualified private contractors

Requires local agencies to respond within 10 business days after receiving a private plan check report, either issuing the permit or providing written notice of non-compliance; permits are automatically deemed approved if the agency fails to respond

Grants public entities immunity from liability for permits issued through the private plan-checking process, with applicants required to indemnify local agencies for any property damage or personal injury from construction

Mandates local building departments inspect completed nonresidential work within 10 business days of receiving completion notice; provisions expire January 1, 2037