Notwithstanding any other provision of law, upon the application of a borrower for insurance, the department shall perform a feasibility study relating to the proposed project, the cost of which shall be paid by the applicant. The department may retain independent consultants and require a deposit from the applicant for such services, upon submission of the application. This section shall take effect on January 1, 2001.
Ca. Health and Saf. Code § 129092