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NewsPasadena NowJuly 2, 2026United States

New Bill Aims to Speed Up Home Building Permits

Assemblymember John Harabedian has introduced AB 748, a bill designed to simplify and accelerate the permitting process for single-family and small-scale multifamily housing projects in California. The bill recently passed the Senate Housing Committee.

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Why It Matters

If passed, this bill would change the timeline and regulatory requirements for homeowners and developers seeking to build or expand housing, potentially reducing the time required to obtain construction permits.

Key Facts

  • AB 748 has passed the Senate Housing Committee.
  • The bill aims to streamline the permitting process for single-family homes.
  • The bill aims to streamline the permitting process for small-scale multifamily housing.
  • The legislation is intended to reduce bureaucratic delays in housing construction.
  • The bill is sponsored by Assemblymember John Harabedian.

Who's Mentioned

personJohn Harabedian“Assemblymember representing Pasadena who authored AB 748.”organizationSenate Housing Committee“Legislative body that recently approved the bill.”