Coastal resources: coastal development permits: disaster exemption.
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Overview
This bill modifies California’s Coastal Act to clarify the process for replacing structures damaged by disasters. Currently, a coastal development permit isn't required for replacing a destroyed structure, but this bill adds a restriction: if the replacement project would encroach on public access easements, open space easements, or other restrictions, a permit is still needed, even if the original owner was not the property owner at the time of the disaster. The bill also includes provisions for reimbursement to local agencies for any state-mandated costs associated with the legislation.
Key provisions
- A coastal development permit is not required for replacing a structure destroyed by a disaster, except under certain conditions.
- Replacement structures must conform to existing zoning requirements and not exceed the size of the original structure by more than 10%.
- The permit exemption does not apply if the replacement would encroach on public access easements or other recorded restrictions.
- The bill requires local governments to review coastal development permits, creating a state-mandated local program.
- The bill provides for state reimbursement to local agencies for costs associated with the changes.
- Definitions of ‘disaster’ and ‘bulk’ are clarified.
- Temporary events are exempt from permit requirements under specific guidelines.
- The bill addresses the replacement of multiple-unit residential structures to time-share projects.
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