relative to expedited permitting and third-party inspections for residential and minor home improvements.

HB 1652 streamlines permitting for minor home improvements (projects under $100,000) by allowing third-party inspectors to use automated software for document reviews, reducing approval timelines to 2 business days for these projects. It defines "minor home improvement" as residential renovations under $100,000, sets minimum insurance requirements for inspection agencies ($500,000 per occurrence for minor projects), and mandates building officials to issue permits or provide written deficiency notices within strict deadlines (14 days for standard projects, 2 business days for minor improvements). Homeowners, contractors, and approved inspection agencies directly benefit from faster approvals and clearer regulatory requirements. The bill also requires agencies to provide insurance certificates to building officials before starting work.