The bill amends the Local Government Code to establish an option for third-party review of development documents and inspections, allowing applicants and landowners to seek independent evaluations when regulatory authorities do not meet specified timelines. Specifically, it introduces provisions that enable applicants to obtain reviews from qualified individuals, such as licensed engineers or inspectors, if a regulatory authority fails to approve or conduct inspections within 15 days. The bill also clarifies that these third-party reviewers must act in accordance with applicable laws and provide timely notice of their findings to the regulatory authority.

Additionally, the bill prohibits regulatory authorities from requiring applicants to waive their right to third-party reviews or to seek additional approvals for documents already approved by third-party reviewers. This ensures that applicants retain their rights and can proceed with development without unnecessary delays. The changes apply only to development documents or inspection requests that are not finalized by the effective date of the Act, which will take effect immediately upon receiving a two-thirds vote or on September 1, 2025, if such a vote is not achieved.