SPUR and Permit Power are co-sponsoring AB 1738 (Carrillo), legislation to expand the use of remote virtual inspections for simple, low-risk building permits across California. The bill would help reduce housing and clean energy project delays by allowing eligible inspections — such as water heaters, solar, and ADUs — to be conducted virtually, cutting costs, saving time, and freeing up inspector capacity while maintaining safety standards. By modernizing permitting processes, AB 1738 aims to accelerate housing production, electrification, and climate resilience statewide.