Coastal resources: local coastal program: coastal development permits: City of Santa Monica.

California AB1740 is a bill that modifies existing laws regarding coastal resources and development permits specifically for the City of Santa Monica. It aims to update regulations to better manage coastal development and protect local coastal programs. The bill seeks to streamline the process for obtaining coastal development permits in this area.

CA AB1740 is a house bill in the California 2025-2026 Regular Session, sponsored by Rick Zbur (D), currently “Passed” since September 30, 2026.

We track 5,060 California bills this session, 38 of them sponsored by Rick Zbur.

The key recorded vote (A, August 25, 2026) ended 76–0 and passed.

Supporters of AB1740 would highlight that the bill enhances the City of Santa Monica's ability to manage coastal development effectively while ensuring the protection of valuable coastal resources. They would argue that this legislation promotes sustainable development practices that benefit both the environment and the local community.

Critics of AB1740 may argue that the bill could lead to increased development pressures on Santa Monica's coastal areas, potentially harming the environment and diminishing public access to these resources. They might express concerns that the streamlined permit process could overlook important environmental safeguards.

Source: LegiScan roll call vote data.