California SB856 amends the California Coastal Act to modify coastal development permit processes, filing fee waivers, and reporting requirements.

California SB856 amends the California Coastal Act to adjust the processes for coastal development permits, including delegating authority to local governments and setting standards for public notice and hearings. It allows the Coastal Commission to waive filing fees for certain permit applications, particularly those related to habitat restoration or public access projects. The bill also mandates biennial reports on marine invasive species and semiannual updates on vessel inspection and compliance rates.

California SB856 amends the California Coastal Act to modify coastal development permit processes, filing fee waivers, and reporting requirements.

California SB856 amends the California Coastal Act to adjust the processes for coastal development permits, including delegating authority to local governments and setting standards for public notice and hearings. It allows the Coastal Commission to waive filing fees for certain permit applications, particularly those related to habitat restoration or public access projects. The bill also mandates biennial reports on marine invasive species and semiannual updates on vessel inspection and compliance rates.