Laguna Beach reports faster permit processing, eyes fee updates and digital shift

Jan 30, 2026

Community development staff said average zoning plan‑check time fell from 57 to 18 days after staffing and digital tools improvements; council asked staff to finish a fee study and bring options for reducing developer subsidies and expanding online submittals.

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Laguna Beach community development leaders told council the department reduced zoning plan‑check wait times from a 57‑day average to about 18 days, largely by hiring and retaining staff and launching an electronic submittal portal.

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