Summary
Apply for permit review process update grants. Grants of up to $75,000 will be awarded to local governments to help reduce permit review timelines. A total of $475,000 is available. Eligible costs may include those associated with the following activities: Project planning and scoping, purchasing software, and implementation of a permitting system capable of processing digital permit applications, virtual inspections, electronic review, and with capacity for picture/video storage. Eligible for jurisdictions fully or partially using paper permitting processes or outdated electronic systems Staff training in newly adopted application and review procedures. Contracting with outside assistance to audit development regulations to identify and correct barriers to housing development. Changes to development code that helps improve permit review processes. Contracting with a third-party business to conduct permit review or add additional inspection staff.