North Carolina HB926 and What It Means for Local Government Operations
New state regulations create opportunities and requirements for local governments, see how your agency can adapt efficiently with Accela.
Inspection & Permitting Changes
Inspection fees & cancellations: Local departments may no longer charge fees for inspections canceled with more than one business day’s notice. Accela can help track cancellations, prevent unnecessary fees, and maintain compliance automatically.
Rezoning applications: Cities cannot impose waiting periods for re-applying property owners. Accela’s workflow automation ensures these applications are processed quickly and consistently.
Operational Efficiency / Transparency
Dam safety records: Certain Emergency Action Plan details are now exempt from public disclosure. Accela’s document management can help agencies securely handle sensitive permit-related records.
How Accela Helps Agencies Implement HB926
Automated Inspection & Permit Workflows: Enforce new rules automatically (e.g., fee-free cancellations, rapid re-application for rezoning).
Secure Document Management: Safely manage sensitive records such as Emergency Action Plans and inundation maps.
License & Certification Tracking: Track exemptions and maintain compliance without additional manual processes.
Public Portal Transparency: Keep residents informed while protecting sensitive data in compliance with HB926.
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