California AB66 exempts egress route projects for fire safety from CEQA until January 1, 2032.

California AB66 amends the Public Resources Code to exempt certain egress route projects from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) until January 1, 2032. These projects must be undertaken by a public agency to improve emergency access and evacuation from a subdivision. The bill specifies that the egress route must be scaled appropriately, avoid harming protected species, and comply with other environmental regulations. It also requires public consultation and notice of exemption filing.

California AB66 exempts egress route projects for fire safety from CEQA until January 1, 2032.

California AB66 amends the Public Resources Code to exempt certain egress route projects from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) until January 1, 2032. These projects must be undertaken by a public agency to improve emergency access and evacuation from a subdivision. The bill specifies that the egress route must be scaled appropriately, avoid harming protected species, and comply with other environmental regulations. It also requires public consultation and notice of exemption filing.