The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has announced a significant new funding opportunity aimed at helping jurisdictions modernize the permitting process through artificial intelligence.
Through HUD’s Automated Permitting Systems Demonstration NOFO, eligible jurisdictions may apply for awards ranging from $300,000 to $1.5 million to deploy and evaluate AI powered permitting and plan review technology in active permitting environments.
With permitting delays continuing to impact housing production and development timelines across the country, this initiative represents a major opportunity for building departments and local governments looking to improve efficiency, reduce review times, and modernize operations.
To help jurisdictions better understand the funding opportunity and the role AI can play in plan review, PlanCheckPro.AI is hosting a live executive webinar on June 30, 2026.
Date: June 30, 2026
Time: 2:00 PM EDT
Presenter: Wesley Foster, PE, SI, MBA
Principal Engineer at Pacifica Engineering Services + PlanCheckPro.AI
During this webinar, attendees will learn:
• Details of HUD’s Automated Permitting Systems Demonstration NOFO
• Available funding amounts and application requirements
• Key deadlines and eligibility considerations
• How AI plan review can improve permitting efficiency
• Strategies for reducing review times and accelerating approvals
• Real world applications of AI in plan review and code compliance
• Best practices for jurisdictions evaluating AI technologies
Whether you are actively considering applying for funding or simply exploring ways to modernize your permitting process, this session will provide valuable insight into both the opportunity and the technology available today.
Permitting remains one of the most significant bottlenecks affecting housing development nationwide.
Many jurisdictions continue to face increasing permit volumes, staffing shortages, and growing demands for faster review turnaround times. These challenges can delay projects, increase costs, and slow the delivery of much needed housing.
HUD’s investment reflects a growing recognition that technology can help jurisdictions address these challenges more effectively.
Artificial intelligence can assist plan reviewers by analyzing construction documents, identifying potential code compliance issues, organizing findings, and generating detailed review reports in a fraction of the time required through traditional manual processes.
The goal is not to replace building officials or plan reviewers. The goal is to provide tools that help them work more efficiently while maintaining the high standards of safety and compliance that communities depend on.
PlanCheckPro.AI was developed specifically for the construction and permitting industry.
Built by licensed engineers and professionals with real world experience in plan review, permitting, and code compliance, the platform helps identify potential issues before they become permit delays.
PlanCheckPro.AI reviews plans against local building codes, NEC, NFPA, and ADA requirements across all 50 states and delivers detailed compliance reports with exact code citations and corrective recommendations.
Today, more than 600 firms nationwide are using PlanCheckPro.AI to support faster, more efficient plan review.
Jurisdictions interested in applying for funding should be aware that the application deadline is:
With awards ranging from $300,000 to $1.5 million and only a limited number of awards anticipated, jurisdictions should begin evaluating their options as soon as possible.
We invite building officials, permit directors, municipal leaders, county governments, state agencies, tribal governments, and private providers to join us for this important discussion.
Register today and learn how AI plan review can help your jurisdiction prepare for the future of permitting.
The webinar recording will be made available on this page following the event.
