The bill amends Section 247.002 of the Local Government Code to establish a framework for third-party review of development documents and inspections when a regulatory authority fails to act within a specified timeframe. If a regulatory authority does not approve or disapprove a development document, including a development permit, within 15 days, a third party may conduct the review. This third party must be either employed by the regulatory authority, another political subdivision, or be a licensed engineer. Similarly, if a required development inspection is not conducted within 15 days, a third-party inspector can perform the inspection under similar qualifications.

Additionally, the bill introduces a new provision stating that a political subdivision is not liable for any review or inspection performed by a third party under this chapter. The amendments are intended to clarify existing law rather than change it. The bill will take effect immediately if it receives a two-thirds vote from both houses; otherwise, it will take effect on September 1, 2025.