NC H876

Local governments must complete administrative review of development approval applications within two business days, providing written notice that the application is complete or a detailed deficiency list citing specific laws and corrective actions required

Building inspections must be completed within two business days of the first request; if unable to meet this deadline, the inspection department must notify the permit holder

Reduces the review timeline for residential building plans under the NC Residential Code from 15 business days to two business days

Applicants may hire third-party plan reviewers (licensed engineers, architects, or Department of Insurance officials) if local governments fail to meet review deadlines, with all plan review and permit fees refunded or waived upon permit issuance

Effective December 1, 2025, applying to applications submitted on or after that date