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CA SB1229
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/19/2026
Primary Sponsor
Benjamin Allen
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AI Summary
- Limits the disaster exemption for coastal development permits to property owners who were the owner of record immediately before the disaster occurred
- Currently, structures destroyed by disasters can be replaced without a coastal development permit; this bill restricts that exemption to prevent new property buyers from using it
- Replacement structures must still conform to zoning requirements, maintain the same use, stay within 10% of the original floor area/height/bulk, and be built in the same location
- Creates a state-mandated local program by adding verification duties for local governments reviewing coastal development permits
- Requires state reimbursement to local agencies if the Commission on State Mandates determines the bill imposes mandated costs
Legislative Description
Coastal resources: coastal development permits: disaster exemption.
Last Action
March 24 set for first hearing canceled at the request of author.
3/16/2026
Committee Referrals
Natural Resources and Water3/4/2026
Rules2/19/2026
Full Bill Text
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