Residential heat pump water heater or heat pump HVAC systems.
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Majority
Fiscal committee
No
Appropriation
No
Current location
Enrolled
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Progress
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed Assembly
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill aims to streamline the installation of residential heat pump water heaters and heat pump HVAC systems in California. It requires cities and counties to adopt asynchronous inspection processes, establish an online permitting system, and limit fees associated with these installations. The bill also addresses potential restrictions on homeowners’ ability to install these systems by prohibiting certain covenants and restrictions in homeowner’s associations, and it clarifies permitting requirements for swap-outs.
Key provisions
- Requires cities and counties to offer asynchronous inspections for heat pump installations.
- Mandates the implementation of an online automated permitting process by July 1, 2028.
- Limits permit fees for heat pump water heaters and HVAC systems to $150 and $200 respectively.
- Prohibits homeowner’s associations from restricting the installation, upgrade, replacement, or use of heat pumps.
- Addresses potential restrictions in governing documents and architectural guidelines.
- Clarifies definitions related to heat pump systems and swap-outs.
- Establishes criteria for licensed contractors to obtain permits, including load calculations.
- Exempts small cities and counties from certain permitting requirements.
Who is affected
- Homeowners
- Local governments (cities and counties)
- Licensed contractors
- Homeowner’s associations
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