California Coastal Act of 1976: coastal development permits: appeal: de novo review.
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Overview
This bill modifies California Coastal Act of 1976 procedures for appealing local government decisions on coastal development permits. It clarifies the requirements for submitting an appeal, ensuring the commission receives a completed and signed appeal form within the specified timeframe. Furthermore, it establishes a process for ‘de novo’ review and public hearings when the commission determines a substantial issue exists regarding the appeal’s grounds, aiming to ensure thorough consideration of development proposals within the coastal zone.
Key provisions
- Requires a completed and signed appeal form to be submitted to the Coastal Commission within the specified timeline.
- Establishes a ‘de novo’ review process for coastal development permit appeals when the commission determines a substantial issue exists.
- Mandates a public hearing as part of the ‘de novo’ review process.
- Specifies a 180-day timeframe for the commission to act on a coastal development permit application after a substantial issue is identified.
- Requires the Coastal Commission to provide both hard copies and digital copies of the appeal form.
- Outlines the information the applicant must provide to the executive director to facilitate de novo review.
- Addresses the submission of evidence supporting the grounds for appeal.
- Updates Section 5019.5 regarding land carrying capacity surveys for park and recreational area development plans.
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