In this session, Dawn Takeuchi Apuna, Director of Honolulu’s Department of Planning and Permitting (DPP), will share how AI-powered copilots help staff complete plan reviews in as little as 15 minutes, and applicants submit an approvable permit application on their first try.
You’ll see a walkthrough of Honolulu’s AI plan review software, and learn how:
Permit applicants can pre-check their application for completeness and code compliance to increase the chances they’ll be approved on the first try.
Staff are able to get through reviews 70%+ faster with support from an AI-powered validation tool and access to all pre-check information, calculations, and code checks on one screen.
Newer reviewers can complete reviews faster with help from an AI copilot that provides clear, easy-to-follow guidance for every check.
You can apply Honolulu’s implementation and change management lessons to successfully implement AI plan review software in your community.
This event has been taken from the American Planning Association’s website for member convenience. The New York Upstate Chapter is not responsible for its content.

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