Speakers told HUD the next five years will bring better data normalization and transparency; they advised cities to adopt deterministic digital permitting and clear timeline rules so builders can act on AI-discovered opportunities.

ICC described evaluation reports, model code updates and a new approval/construction accelerator that pairs pre‑approved plans with manufacturers, designed to give code officials confidence and speed local approvals.

Laguna launches a digital permitting portal to streamline zoning and building permit applications.

County staff told the Board that online permitting and the Acela cloud platform have increased on‑demand permits and transparency; ePermitHub and mobile/GIS integrations are planned with an anticipated March 2027 ePermitHub launch for planning and joint reviews.

The Economic and Community Development Committee authorized the mayor to execute a contract with Mainstar for up to $500,000 to implement a new online permitting and licensing system. Staff said the system will be rolled out in stages with core permits live within six months and most functionality in 10–12 months.

Council adopted the 2026 state legislative agenda and amended policy statements after debate. The council declined to remove a zoning and land‑use policy statement but unanimously added language supporting state legislation to define e‑motorcycles and set ownership and operating standards.

County officials described three recent technology initiatives — modernizing the public-safety radio network, launching an online permitting portal using "Acela," and expanding GIS mapping — saying the changes have increased digital permitting and saved staff time while aiming to improve response times.

Community development leaders said online permitting now handles 82% of applications, the Villas of Fair Oaks development has sold out (average sale price >$640,000), and the village hosts about 1,173 businesses employing roughly 20,000 people.