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Planning Approval

Updated planning approval process.

The Planning Department is making changes to the way we process building permit applications. Recent State legislation, Assembly Bill 1114, regulates review time of post entitlement permits. Post entitlement permits include building permits for housing development projects (construction of one unit or more). In addition, the Department of Building Inspection is requiring electronic plan review (EPR) of in-house (not over-the-counter) building permits.

Starting January 1, 2024, all new building permit applications that require Planning Department review, with a few exceptions noted below, must first receive a Planning Department Approval Letter (also known as a Zoning Approval Letter) before submitting an application to the Department of Building Inspection.  A Planning Approval Letter is a cover letter confirming that the Planning Department has reviewed the project and checked for code compliance.

These two changes (EPR and the changes to the Planning Approval process) will help facilitate concurrent review of building permits by each agency and helps ensure that the City meet mandated timelines for building permit review. Although AB 1114 only applies to housing development projects, process improvements around EPR submittals and Planning Approval Letters will apply to all building permits.

If you already have a permit on file and are submitting either a revision or an addendum, a Planning Approval Letter is not required. You may submit either the revision or addendum online, according to Department of Building Inspection instructions . Please do not submit revisions or addendum directly the Planning Department.

Planning Department Approvals can range in scope from a one-day approval at the Planning Information Counter to a complex development project requiring a public hearing.

View the Workflow for Typical Projects that require Intake, Neighborhood Notice, Entitlements and/or CEQA Review

In-house Review by Planning

There are three categories of projects that receive in-house review by the Planning Department:

1. Projects that require intake review and/or neighborhood notice

• Changes of use that require Planning Code Section 311 neighborhood notification
• Building expansions/construction that require Planning Code Section 311 neighborhood notification
• 10-day deck notices
• Prior to submitting a building permit application, file a Project Application (PRJ) and any required supplemental applications with the Planning Department by following "How to Submit" instructions below.
• There is no change to the notification requirements. The only change in process is that the building permit can no longer be filed concurrently.  
• The planner assigned to review the Project Application will issue a Planning Approval Letter following review. The Planning Approval Letter, including all necessary attachments, will be required for submittal of a building permit application.

2. Ministerial housing projects that require intake review but are administrative (more on Ministerial Projects )

Ministerial housing projects do not require public hearings or discretionary entitlements.

• Mixed-income ministerial housing development projects pursuant to bills such as SB423, AB2011, SB9 etc.
• 100% Affordable ministerial housing development projects pursuant to bills such as AB2162, SB4, SB423, AB2011
• Prior to submitting a building permit application, file the required ministerial housing project application for the State program listed above and any required supplemental applications. Submit applications to Planning by following submittal instructions below. 
• Planning staff will issue a Planning Approval Letter following review. The Planning Approval Letter, including all necessary attachments, will be required for submittal of a building permit application.

3. Projects that require entitlements (submittal of a Project Application is required)

Entitlements may or may not have a public hearing.

• Conditional Use Authorizations
• Office Allocations
• Large Project Authorizations
• Certificates of Appropriateness and Permits to Alter
• Prior to submitting a building permit application, file a Project Application (PRJ) and any required supplemental applications and submit to Planning by following submittal instructions below. There is no change to the entitlement process or notification requirements. The only change is that a building permit cannot be filed concurrently.
• Planning staff will issue a Planning Approval Letter following review of the entitlement and all relevant appeal periods. The Planning Approval Letter, including all necessary attachments, is required for submittal of a building permit application.

Previously Approved Projects

If your entitlement was approved by the Planning Department prior to January 1, 2024, and you’re preparing to file a building permit, please email your planner and include the Planning district team manager who approved your original project and request a Planning Approval Letter. The name of the district team manager is available on the Details tab on PIM. Your planner will issue a Planning Approval Letter for the previously approved project within three (3) business days.

How to Submit

If your project requires an intake review, neighborhood notification, or an entitlement (#1 and 3 above), please review the appropriate Project Application form and submit the required materials to the Planning Department. Please also submit all necessary entitlement supplemental applications (e.g. Conditional Use Authorization etc.)  

If your housing project meets the requirements for a ministerial review (#2 above), please review the Ministerial Projects webpage to understand which forms to submit.  

Applicants may submit all required materials for #1-3 above, to the Planning Department either by:

• Uploading the documents to the Public Portal (ACA)
• Emailing the documents to [email protected]

Over-the-Counter Approvals

There are two categories of over-the-counter approval by the Planning Department.

1. Approvals that are over-the-counter for all agencies

Some small projects may be processed over-the-counter at the Planning Counter at SF Permit Center with a building permit. The Planning Department will issue approval for these projects directly on the building permit at the Permit Center.

These projects do not require the separate Planning Department Approval Letter noted above:

• Windows, doors, siding
• Decks* 
• Light well infills and popouts 
• Signs 
• Facade alterations
• Storefront alterations

*Please consult with a planner at the Planning Information Counter to verify if the proposed project meets the requirements for an over-the-counter approval.

2. Approvals that are over-the-counter for Planning Department review by in-house for DBI review

Some small projects may be processed over-the-counter from a Planning perspective but require in-house review by other agencies. These permits must be submitted electronically to the Department of Building Inspection and Planning staff will issue a Planning Approval Letter as part of the review process.

After you have received a Planning Department Approval Letter (also known as a Zoning Approval Letter), if your project requires a building permit, you will submit your building permit application and plans to the Department of Building Inspection. In your submission, you must upload the Planning Department Approval Letter and any required attachments.

Once you submit your building permit, it will be routed to the Planning Department to confirm the permit submission matches what was previously approved by the Planning Department.

During the course of development review and consistent with State laws, including the Housing Accountability Act, Housing Development Projects will not be subject to any subjective or discretionary requirements found in the Planning Code, applicable guidelines, or elsewhere. Department Staff may use the Department’s adopted guidelines (e.g. the Residential Design Guidelines, Urban Design Guidelines, Neighborhood Specific Guidelines) to suggest improvements to proposed Housing Development Projects that are not believed to impact unit count or project feasibility (e.g. window placement, material choice, architectural approach). 

However, suggested changes based on such design guidelines will not be required as a condition of approval or as a prerequisite to Departmental support. For example, Department Staff will not require or recommend a reduction in size of a Housing Development Project on the basis that it is inconsistent with “neighborhood character” or “neighborhood context”. Additionally, that or similar terminology will not appear in Department notices, letters, reports or approval documents on Housing Development Projects.

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Permit Technician Cover Letter Example

Permit Technicians are administrative professionals in the construction sector who undertake the task of processing permits and paperwork. Working for local governments and other departments, they help citizens obtain permits easily.

A well-crafted cover letter helps you to manifest the creativity, efficiency, and essential attributes you possess. It is a great medium to impress the potential recruiter and showcase your appropriateness for the job. In a cover letter, you highlight your professional accomplishments, readiness, and the duties you execute at your current organization. Our Permit Technician Cover Letter Sample aims to help you develop a strong and compelling cover letter.

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Permit Technicians are responsible for processing and issuing permits for construction and other departments that require permits. The job duties include – reviewing and validating documents, helping citizens navigate the permit process, gaining a thorough understanding of local government regulations, processing permit applications, understanding filling requirements, zoning laws, and other regulations, reviewing permit documents for accuracy, and keeping records and databases updated with current information.

What to Include in a Permit Technician Cover Letter?

Roles and responsibilities.

• Processing permit applications as per the local regulations.
• Reviewing and validating documentation for accuracy.
• Helping citizens and businesses with the permit process.
• Answering questions relating to permit regulations.
• Maintaining and updating records and databases.
• Providing technical assistance.
• Ensuring permits are issued on time.
• Providing necessary paperwork for the inspection.

Education & Skills

Permit technician skills:.

• Strong communication and organization skills.
• A good knowledge of local government regulations.
• Attention to detail.
• The ability to multitask, and manage multiple projects.
• Proficiency with computers and databases.
• Customer-service experience, and team orientation.

Permit Technician Educational Requirements:

• High School diploma or GED.
• Certification in relevant fields.

Permit Technician Cover Letter Example (Text Version)

Dear Mr./Ms.

I am writing this letter in response to your job ad advertised in *** for the position of Permit Technician. I am confident that my strong communication skills, ability to stay organized, and knowledge of the nuances of local and state regulations will help me to carry out the position of Permit Operator at (Company Name).

I have over 10 years of experience working for the permitting sector, and this breadth in my career has inculcated in me a diverse set of experience related to the work of a Permit Technician. In my current role at (company name), I am skillful and experienced in the preparation and submission of building permits.

Here is a brief list of my accomplishments –

• Track record of successfully reviewing and processing more than 100 permits per day.
• I have advised and consulted with a variety of construction crews, architects, and developers while dealing with building-specific safety regulations.
• Spearheaded multiple projects and updated departmental procedures, which lead to enhanced efficiency and customer service.
• Developed a tracking system for permits relating to building, that contributed to the timely resolution of issues.
• Assisted applicants in obtaining permits without any hassle.
• Expertise in developing training programs and ensuring the building inspection squad complies with all governing regulations.

Beyond this, I am enthusiastic to bring my level of commitment, resource, and efficiency to your office and work as your next efficient Permit Technician. I am assured that my well-rounded skillset and experience will be a perfect match for your requirements. Please arrange for an interview at your earliest convenience so that we can discuss my qualifications in detail.

Thanking you in advance for considering my candidature!

Sincerely, [Your Name]

• Begin your opening statement with quick grabs such as your applicable experience, and skills that match the post.
• Highlight your experience and qualifications as a permit technician.
• Provide a detailed example of how your strategies or training program increased value to the company.
• Finally, conclude after expressing your enthusiasm for the chance to further discuss your qualifications for this role.

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How could a gunman get close enough to shoot and injure Trump? The Secret Service is investigating

WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. Secret Service is investigating how a gunman armed with an AR-style rifle was able to get close enough to shoot and injure former President Donald Trump at a rally Saturday in Pennsylvania, in a devastating failure of one of the agency’s core duties.

The FBI on Sunday identified the shooter as Thomas Matthew Crooks, 20, of Bethel Park, Pennsylvania.

READ MORE: The FBI named a suspect in the Trump assassination attempt. Here’s what we know

The gunman, who officials said was killed by Secret Service personnel, fired multiple shots at the stage from an “elevated position outside of the rally venue,” the agency said.

An Associated Press analysis of more than a dozen videos and photos taken at the Trump rally, as well as satellite imagery of the site, shows the shooter was able to get astonishingly close to the stage where the former president was speaking. A video posted to social media and geolocated by the AP shows Crooks’ body lying motionless on the roof of a manufacturing plant just north of the Butler Farm Show grounds, where Trump’s rally was held. A different image shows Crooks wearing a gray T-shirt with a black American flag on the right arm, with a bloody wound to his head.

The roof was fewer than 150 meters (164 yards) from where Trump was speaking, a distance from which a decent marksman could reasonably hit a human-sized target. For reference, 150 meters is a distance at which U.S. Army recruits must hit a human-sized silhouette to qualify with the M16 assault rifle in basic training. The AR-style rifle, like that of the gunman at the Trump rally, is the semiautomatic civilian version of the military M16.

President Joe Biden said Sunday he has directed an independent review of the security at the rally.

Biden said he also directed the U.S. Secret Service to review all security measures for the Republican National Convention, which begins Monday in Milwaukee. Audrey Gibson-Cicchino, the Secret Service’s coordinator for the convention, told reporters later the agency was satisfied with what she called its comprehensive planning for the Republican convention.

Biden urged Americans not to make assumptions about the motive of the shooter. He said investigators are working swiftly to investigate the attack.

“Unity is the most elusive goal of all,” he said, but “nothing is more important than that right now.”

Calls for an investigation came from all sides.

READ MORE: 5 things to know about the Trump rally shooting

Rep. Mark Green, a Tennessee Republican who chairs the House Committee on Homeland Security, sent a letter to Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas on Sunday raising questions about the shooting and demanding information about the former president’s Secret Service protection.

“The seriousness of this security failure and chilling moment in our nation’s history cannot be understated,” Green wrote.

The Secret Service did not have a speaker at a news conference Saturday night where FBI and Pennsylvania State Police officials briefed reporters on the shooting investigation. FBI Special Agent in Charge Kevin Rojek said it was “surprising” that the gunman was able to fire at the stage before he was killed.

Members of the Secret Service’s counter-sniper team and counterassault team were at the rally, according to two law enforcement officials. The officials spoke on condition of anonymity because they weren’t authorized to discuss details of the investigation.

The heavily armed counterassault team, whose Secret Service code name is “Hawkeye,” is responsible for eliminating threats so that other agents can shield and take away the person they are protecting. The counter-sniper team, known by the code name “Hercules,” uses long-range binoculars and is equipped with sniper rifles to deal with long-range threats.

Snipers stand on a roof at Republican presidential candidate and former President Donald Trump’s campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, on July 13, 2024 in this picture obtained from social media. Glen Van Tryfle/TMX via Reuters

Mayorkas said his department and the Secret Service are working with law enforcement to investigate the shooting. Maintaining the security of presidential candidates and their campaign events is one of the department’s “most vital priorities,” he said.

“We condemn this violence in the strongest possible terms and commend the Secret Service for their swift action today,” Mayorkas said. “We are engaged with President Biden, former President Trump and their campaigns, and are taking every possible measure to ensure their safety and security.“

Green also noted reports that the Secret Service had rebuffed requests from the Trump campaign for additional security. A spokesman for the Secret Service, Anthony Guglielmi, said on X Sunday that those allegations were “absolutely false” and that they had added resources and technology as the campaign’s travel increased.

Green said he would be talking with Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle on Sunday.

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Former top Secret Service agents told The AP that Crooks should never have been allowed to gain access to the roof, and the agency will have to figure out how that happened. They said such a lapse could have been caused by officers neglecting their posts or a flaw in the event’s security plan.

The agency is “going to have to go through the security plan and interview a number of people from the director on down” to figure out what went wrong, said Stephen Colo, who retired in 2003 as an assistant director after a 27-year career in the service.

A drone view shows the stage where Republican presidential candidate and former President Donald Trump had been standing during an assassination attempt the day before, and the roof of a nearby building where a gunman was shot dead by law enforcement, in Butler, Pennsylvania, July 14, 2024. Photo by Carlos Osorio/Reuters

Colo said presidential candidates and former presidents don’t typically get the same level of protection as the sitting president. In fact, Colo said he was surprised that the agency had staffed the event with a counter-sniper team. Such a valuable resource — there are not many of those highly trained agents — is usually reserved for the president. Candidates don’t usually get such teams.

Timothy McCarthy, a former agent who retired from the agency in 1994, said the Secret Service “better be doing a deep dive into what happened there and doing whatever it takes to figure it out” because the gunman should not have been able to occupy such a vantage point.

“How did that person get up on that building?” said McCarthy, 75, who in 1981 took a bullet when President Ronald Reagan was shot outside the Washington Hilton Hotel. “How did that happen? I mean, that’s the key to the entire thing. And what measures were put in place to prevent it?”

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James Comer, a Kentucky Republican who is the House Oversight Committee chairman, said he contacted the Secret Service for a briefing and called on Cheatle to appear for a hearing. Comer said his committee will send a formal invitation soon.

“Political violence in all forms is un-American and unacceptable. There are many questions and Americans demand answers,” Comer said in a statement.

U.S. Rep. Ritchie Torres, a New York Democrat, called for investigating “security failures” at the rally.

“The federal government must constantly learn from security failures in order to avoid repeating them, especially when those failures have implications for the nation,” Torres said.

Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers, a Democrat, posted on X that he and his staff are in contact with security planning coordinators ahead of the Republican National Convention set to begin Monday in Milwaukee. “We cannot be a country that accepts political violence of any kind — that is not who we are as Americans,” Evers said.

The FBI said it will lead the investigation into the shooting, working with the Secret Service and local and state law enforcement.

Attorney General Merrick Garland said the Justice Department “will bring every available resource to bear to this investigation.”

“My heart is with the former President, those injured, and the family of the spectator killed in this horrific attack,” Garland said in a statement. “We will not tolerate violence of any kind, and violence like this is an attack on our democracy.”

Associated Press writers Del Quentin Wilber, Colleen Long and Zeke Miller in Washington contributed to this report.

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Rooftop where gunman shot at Trump was identified as a security vulnerability before rally: sources

The rooftop where a gunman shot at former President Donald Trump during a campaign rally was identified by the Secret Service as a potential vulnerability in the days before the event, two sources familiar with the agency’s operations told NBC News.

The building, owned by a glass research company, is adjacent to the Butler Farm Show, an outdoor venue in Butler, Pennsylvania. The Secret Service was aware of the risks associated with it, the sources said.

“Someone should have been on the roof or securing the building so no one could get on the roof,” said one of the sources, a former senior Secret Service agent who was familiar with the planning. 

Understanding how the gunman got onto the roof — despite those concerns — is a central question for investigators scrutinizing how a lone attacker managed to shoot at Trump during Saturday’s campaign event.

The Secret Service worked with local law enforcement to maintain event security, including sniper teams poised on rooftops to identify and eliminate threats, Secret Service spokesman Anthony Guglielmi said. But no officers were posted on the building used by the would-be assassin, outside the event’s security perimeter but only about 148 yards from the stage — within range of a semiautomatic rifle like the one the gunman was carrying.

The Secret Service had designated that rooftop as being under the jurisdiction of local law enforcement, a common practice in securing outdoor rallies, Guglielmi said.

Butler County District Attorney Richard Goldinger said his office maintains an Emergency Services Unit team, which deployed four sniper teams and four “quick response teams” at the rally. But he said the Secret Service agents were in charge of security outside the venue. 

“They had meetings in the week prior. The Secret Service ran the show. They were the ones who designated who did what,” Goldinger said. “In the command hierarchy, they were top, they were No. 1.”

Goldinger said the commander of the Emergency Services Unit told him it was not responsible for securing areas outside the venue. “To me, the whole thing is under the jurisdiction of the Secret Service. And they will delineate from there,” he said.

The former senior Secret Service agent also said that even if local law enforcement “did drop the ball,” it’s still the agency’s responsibility “to ensure that they are following through either beforehand or in the moment.”

“Just because it is outside of the perimeter, it doesn’t take it out of play for a vulnerability, and you’ve got to mitigate it in some fashion,” the source added.

A volley of shots rang out minutes into Trump’s speech. He reached for his right ear — he said later it was pierced by a bullet — then dropped to the ground as Secret Service agents rushed to shield him. Trump emerged with blood on his ear and his face. One attendee was killed , and two others were injured.

Witnesses listening to Trump’s speech from outside the event’s security perimeter recalled pointing out the gunman to law enforcement a couple of minutes before the shooting began. After the gunfire started, Secret Service personnel shot and killed the 20-year-old gunman, Thomas Matthew Crooks .

The clamor over the Secret Service’s biggest failure since the shooting of President Ronald Reagan in 1981 is coming from both political parties, from former agents and from security experts.

“My question is: How did he get onto that roof undetected?” said Anthony Cangelosi, a former Secret Service agent who worked on protective details for presidential candidates, including John Kerry in 2004.

The Secret Service’s work on campaign events like Saturday’s begins with advance planning, setting up a security perimeter and positioning teams on the ground and on rooftops — often in partnership with local law enforcement. The ground deployments include a counterassault team, and the rooftop personnel include counter-sniper teams.

Guglielmi, the Secret Service spokesman, said the agency had two of its counterassault agents at the event and filled out the rest of the platoon with at least six officers from Butler County tactical units. The Secret Service also deployed two counter-sniper teams. Two other security units needed for the event were staffed by local law enforcement agencies, Guglielmi said. Those details were first reported by The Washington Post.

Investigators will want to examine the Secret Service’s site security plan for the rally, said Cangelosi, the former Secret Service agent. He expects they’ll discover one of two things: Either officials failed to make an effective plan for keeping potential shooters off the building Crooks fired from, or officers on the ground failed to execute the plan.

“I don’t like making any assumptions, but it does look like some mistakes were made, that this was preventable,” said Cangelosi, now a lecturer at John Jay College of Criminal Justice in New York.

Although it’s common to task local law enforcement agencies with patrolling outside an event’s security perimeter, Cangelosi said, the ultimate responsibility for ensuring that all vulnerabilities are covered rests with the Secret Service.

If officials had placed an officer on the building where the gunman fired from, Cangelosi said, chances are he “wouldn’t even attempt what he attempted.”

“You don’t surrender the discretion of what’s supposed to be done to the local police,” he said. “In other words, you guys have the outer perimeter, but you would want to say, ‘We need an officer on that roof.’ Not ‘that’s your responsibility; do what you see fit.’”

Jim Cavanaugh, a retired special agent in charge with the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives who has worked on Secret Service details, told NBC News that while the Secret Service did a good job taking out the gunman after shots began, the failure to post officers on the building he scaled was “a tremendous lapse.”

“The only way to stop that is you have a lot of people, you get there first, and you command the high ground,” Cavanaugh said. “This is basic, and the Secret Service has done it for years successfully, so I’m really surprised that they did not have that high ground covered.”

The questions extended to Congress, where members demanded answers from the Secret Service and its parent agency, the Department of Homeland Security.

“This raises serious concerns regarding how a shooter was able to access a rooftop within range and direct line of sight of where President Trump was speaking,” House Homeland Security Committee Chairman Mark Green, R-Tenn., wrote in a letter to Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas.

Green asked Mayorkas to provide documentation relating to the event’s security plan, the screening of attendees and the level of resources provided to Trump’s Secret Service detail. A committee spokesperson told NBC News that Republican members would hold a briefing with Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle on Monday “to voice their concerns and ask pressing questions.”

Another lawmaker, Rep. Ruben Gallego, D-Ariz., wrote Cheatle asking who approved the security plan, whether a proper threat assessment was conducted, whether attendees raised alarms and whether there were failures in following protocols that allowed the attack to happen.

“I call on all those responsible for the planning, approving, and executing of this failed security plan to be held accountable and to testify before Congress immediately,” Gallego wrote in a letter to Cheatle .

Robert McDonald, a former Secret Service agent who ran protection for Joe Biden when he was vice president, told NBC News that he believes the assassination attempt will prompt soul-searching and procedural changes at the agency.

“The Secret Service is going to need to ask some hard questions of itself here and be prepared to stand up and represent why, what happened,” McDonald said.

Cangelosi, the former Secret Service agent, said investigators are also likely to ask when agents identified Crooks as a potential threat, how they reacted and whether it’s possible they could have taken him down before he fired at Trump.

Secret Service snipers are trained to make rapid decisions, he said. But it’s possible that if they noticed Crooks on the roof but couldn’t tell whether he had a rifle, agents might have waited to fire on him.

“If the sniper can’t tell whether he has a gun, he or she is not going to take the shot,” Cangelosi said. “Because God forbid it’s a child who’s just excited to see a political candidate, right? So you want to make sure that there’s actually a threat.”

If there was uncertainty, Cangelosi said, it’s possible the sniper team would have dispatched officers to investigate and confirm. But investigating a potential threat can take minutes, he said, while a gunman with a semiautomatic rifle can fire several shots in a matter of seconds.

That’s why, Cangelosi said, the best defense would have been to plan ahead to keep the shooter off the roof in the first place.

“Who wants to be in that position?” he said of the snipers protecting Trump on Saturday. “You’ve got to make a split-second call. And imagine if you’re wrong.”

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It seems like Project 2025 is everywhere. But what is it?

Franco Ordoñez

Project 2025 Controversy

Republican presidential candidate former President Donald Trump gestures after speaking at a campaign rally at Trump National Doral Miami on Tuesday. Rebecca Blackwell/AP hide caption

Former President Donald Trump wants to distance himself from Project 2025 , while the Biden campaign is doing everything it can to tie Trump to the conservative plan to transform the American government.

“I know nothing about Project 2025,” Trump wrote on his social media website Truth Social. “I have no idea who is behind it. I disagree with some of the things they’re saying and some of the things they’re saying are absolutely ridiculous and abysmal. Anything they do, I wish them luck, but I have nothing to do with them.”

The 900-page plan, pulled together by the prominent conservative think tank The Heritage Foundation, serves as a conservative guidebook to expand presidential powers and overhaul the federal workforce so that it can be replaced with partisan loyalists.

Trump allies craft plans to give him unprecedented power if he wins the White House

What is in project 2025.

It’s not Trump’s plan, but it is a plan made for Trump, who leaders have described as the “embodiment” of their efforts. And it outlines legal pathways Trump could take to implement some of his biggest policy goals.

Project 2025 also outlines transition and recruitment plans to help ensure Trump does not repeat some of the mistakes made early in his first administration when his team was caught unprepared to staff and take over the government from the outgoing Obama administration.

“If we learned anything from President Trump's 2016 presidential transition effort, it wasn't as smooth as others,” said Ryan Williams, who worked for Mitt Romney on his 2012 presidential campaign. “Usually, presidential campaigns have fully functioning transition operations ready to go.”

While Trump has sought to deny a connection, there is plenty of overlap between Project 2025 and his agenda.

With just one mention of abortion, Republican Party lays out its 2024 policy platform

It proposes mass deportations of millions of undocumented immigrants. So does Trump.

Trump has called for cuts to the federal agencies like the Department of Education. Project 2025 calls for its elimination.

But, there are also differences.

On abortion, for example, Project 2025 goes farther with restrictions than Trump has said he would go.

Trump blasted the plan last week, days after the president of the Heritage Foundation, Kevin Roberts, warned of the potential for political violence.

“We are in the process of the second American Revolution, which will remain bloodless if the left allows it to be,” Roberts said on the conservative podcast The War Room .

How have Democrats responded to it?

Democrats pounced, immediately seeing an opportunity to point to Roberts' comments as an example of the dangers of a second Trump administration.

“ 248 years ago tomorrow America declared independence from a tyrannical king, and now Donald Trump and his allies want to make him one at our expense,” James Singer, a spokesperson for the Biden campaign said ahead of the Fourth of July.

The campaign has also launched ads and created a website tying Trump to Project 2025.

Biden got some political help from Taraji P. Henson, who warned about Project 2025 — on stage — when she hosted the BET awards.

“Pay attention,” she said. “It’s not a secret: Look it up. They are attacking our most vulnerable citizens. The Project 2025 plan is not a game. Look it up!”

The critical focus on Project 2025 has been a small sliver of good political news for the Biden team in an otherwise rough period of endless attention on Biden’s bad debate performance and questions about whether he would remain the Democratic nominee.

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The Trump campaign continues to push back.

Senior Trump adviser Danielle Alvarez pointed out that the campaign has been saying for months that these outside groups don't represent Trump. She stressed that the Trump team has its own policy proposals, Agenda 47, and the Republican platform.

The Heritage Foundation emphasized this week that Project 2025 doesn’t speak for any candidate and is only offering recommendations, and that it is "ultimately up to that president, who we believe will be President Trump, to decide which recommendations to implement."

Alvarez also responded to Democrats' focus on the project, accusing Biden of trying to distract from questions about his mental acuity and staying power.

“And so Democrats are desperate,” she said. “And they're throwing a Hail Mary attempting to talk about outside groups as though they are President Trump's policy positions.”

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Sample Letters of Permission for Construction – Templates

Whether you are trying to seek permission for sick leave, to visit your family, or to start a project, a permission letter is used to convince the authoritative party to grant you permission. It is very important to write an official letter for the higher management so you can easily explain the purpose of requesting it and how this permission will have a positive impact on your life.

Drafting this letter is very important, especially when you are planning for the construction of your house, as it demands finance, time, and energy to complete the project successfully. Another vital element is to stick to the protocol required by appropriate authorities to get consent for whatever you are trying to seek permission for.

This article will serve as a guideline on how to write a convincing letter for construction. It’ll also provide a template and sample letter that you can use to send your letter to the authorities.  

Free Templates

Provided below are free templates of letters of permission for construction, which you can download and use for immediate use as well as as guides to ensure that your document is accurate when you prepare it yourself from scratch. With these examples, you can be assured of attaining accuracy in your document.

What is a Permission Letter for Construction?

This letter, in general, is written to a superior authority that has the power and ability to grant the request contained in the letter. The purpose of this letter is to inform the reader about why you need permission and convince them to permit you so you can start your project.

The letter is usually addressed to the government and any other body with jurisdictional authority over construction. With this letter, you can briefly explain the timeline of your project and the location where you are going to work during this period. The letter is necessary because you must obtain the essential permits for construction, and this can only be granted by formally notifying the concerned authorities.  

Essential Components of a Permission Letter

Here’s complete information that you can use to write a convincing letter to the authorities. 

 They include:

Introduce the recipient party

As you begin your letter, include the information of the other party for whom you are writing the letter by indicating the recipient’s name. The authority that will grant permission for your construction project should be stated. The recipient may be a land Development and Estate Management  Directorate or a corporate entity, so mention their appropriate designation in your letter.

State your information

Another important element is to add your contact information by including the name, street address, city, state, and zip code with single-spaced lines. This information will provide the recipient with an understanding so they can easily follow you in the future. 

Reason for writing the letter

This is where you have to write the purpose of writing the letter, as it is the primary content, and avoiding it makes your letter void and redundant.

You should adequately explain that you are writing the letter to get permission to start a construction project on the house in a particular location. This is the crucial information that the recipient should be aware of because it hints at where, what, and how you intend to undergo the construction.

Area or place of construction

As an extension of stating that you are seeking permission to construct a house, you should include the exact area and location of the construction project in the letter. This may also help if you are writing the letter to the wrong jurisdictional authority so you can be referred to the right one.

Details of the issue at hand

The letter for construction should include the details of the construction project. If you intend to begin the construction project earlier than planned, you should also explain the need for a fast-tracked construction in the letter’s content. Summarily, you should state the root cause of why early house construction is needed.

Explain the situation

Dedicate a part of the letter to make the situation known to the recipient because you intend to carry out an early construction project on a house; you should describe your current situation in the letter. For example, there may be financial, social, or personal issues that may necessitate the prompt construction of the house.

Describe your requirements

As a continuation of the body of the letter, you should further elucidate the requirements that the house to be constructed will adhere to. Make it known that you intend to stick to whatever rules, policies, and requirements construction projects are usually bound by.

A final call

In the last section of the letter, include a suggestion for how they can notify you about their response and close your letter with a complimentary closing. 

Say thank you

Lastly, make sure to close the letter reasonably by saying thanks and expressing gratitude in advance for the anticipated response from the recipient.

Templates and Samples 

Given below are the templates and samples that you can use to write your letter:

[Mention the designation of the recipient] [Mention name of the recipient]

[Subject of the letter] – Letter of Permission for House Construction.

[Opening salutation] Dear madam/sir,

I am [mention your name]. I live in [mention where you live], and I have been living there for the past [state the duration].

I am writing this letter to request from you the permission needed to construct [state the complete details of the construction] at [mention the intended location]. I may also have to start the construction earlier than planned [explain the issues and your current situation].

I assure you that all the construction projects will be carried out appropriately according to [state the applicable rules and guidelines].

I am looking forward to a favorable response from you. Thank you.

Yours sincerely,

[Signature]

Sample Letter 1: Residential Construction Project

Dear Planning Committee,

I am writing to seek permission for a residential construction project at 145 Oakwood Lane. The proposed project involves the building of a two-story, four-bedroom house with sustainable design elements, including solar panels and rainwater harvesting systems. The construction is planned to start on February 1, 20XX, and be completed by August 30, 20XX.

Our design adheres to all local zoning laws and building codes. We have ensured minimal environmental impact and have plans for tree planting around the property to enhance the area’s greenery. We have conducted a neighborhood consultation and addressed all concerns raised, ensuring that our project aligns with community values.

I have attached detailed plans, environmental impact assessments, and neighborhood consultation reports for your review. Your approval is crucial for us to proceed, and we are committed to adhering to all guidelines and regulations set forth by your office.

I look forward to your positive response and am available for any further discussions or clarifications you might require. Thank you for considering our application.

Sincerely,  

John Doe  

Project Manager, GreenBuild Constructions

Sample Letter 2: Commercial Building Renovation

Dear City Building Department,

I am reaching out to request permission for the renovation of the commercial building located at 2332 Market Street. The renovation plan includes updating the facade, improving interior office spaces, and enhancing energy efficiency. The project is scheduled to begin on March 15, 20XX, with a completion target of December 10, 20XX.

Our renovation design complies with all current building regulations and commercial standards. We have conducted an extensive survey to ensure that the building’s historical integrity is preserved while providing modern amenities. The renovation aims to achieve a balance between contemporary functionality and historical charm.

Enclosed are the architectural plans, structural safety assessments, and heritage preservation reports. We have also included a timeline and a budget breakdown for your perusal. Our team is committed to working closely with your department to ensure all standards are met.

I appreciate your consideration of our renovation project. We are eager to contribute to the revitalization of Market Street and are available for any further discussions.

Warm regards,  

Emily Smith  

Director, Urban Renewal Ltd.

Sample Letter 3: Infrastructure Development Project

Dear Infrastructure Development Authority,

This letter serves as a formal request for permission to commence the Riverfront Park Development Project along the banks of the Carson River. The project includes the construction of walking trails, a public park, and a small outdoor amphitheater. The proposed start date is May 20, 20XX, with an estimated completion by the end of December 20XX.

The project aims to enhance public access to the riverfront while preserving the natural environment. We have conducted extensive environmental impact studies and have plans to include native plant landscaping and eco-friendly materials. Our goal is to create a space that benefits the community while respecting the natural habitat.

Attached are the project proposal, environmental impact study, and community benefit analysis. We have also included a detailed plan for managing construction waste and minimizing disruption during the development phase. Our team is dedicated to ensuring that this project serves as a positive addition to the community.

We look forward to the opportunity to discuss this project further and are committed to addressing any concerns or requirements you may have. Thank you for considering our application.

Best regards,  

Alice Johnson  

Chief Coordinator, Public Works Initiatives

For someone looking to write a formal letter asking for permission for a construction project , the three sample letters that are provided are great resources. All of the letters are very useful as templates or references because they are well-structured and embody important aspects of professional correspondence.

First off, each letter is expertly organized into four separate paragraphs. This structure ensures clarity and logical flow, which are crucial in professional writing. The initial paragraph serves as an introduction, outlining the basic details of the project and its location, immediately orienting the reader to the purpose of the letter. This approach is efficient and respects the reader’s time, a key aspect of professional communication.

The second paragraph in each letter delves into specifics, demonstrating compliance with relevant regulations and highlighting any special features or considerations of the project. This level of detail showcases the writer’s thoroughness and understanding of the project’s scope and impact. It also addresses potential concerns proactively, an essential trait in effective business communication.

The third paragraph’s inclusion of attachments and additional documentation is a strategic move. It provides the reader with necessary resources to make an informed decision. This transparency and readiness to provide comprehensive information are indicative of a professional and responsible approach.

Finally, the concluding paragraph in each letter reinforces the writer’s openness for further discussion and expresses gratitude for the reader’s consideration. This polite and respectful tone is a cornerstone of professional correspondence. It leaves the reader with a positive impression, which can be crucial in decision-making processes.

Furthermore, the letters exhibit formal language and a respectful tone throughout, adhering to the norms of professional writing. The use of specific dates and names adds a personal and realistic touch, enhancing the credibility of the content. 

In conclusion, these letters are an effective resource because of their precise format, thorough content, suitable tone, and adherence to business letter conventions. They balance information delivery with respect for the reader, making them effective tools for anyone needing to write a similar letter.

Tips for Writing 

Here are a few tips that you can consider while writing your letter:

Follow the business letter format

It is advisable to adopt the business letter format to give it an official tone and make it simple so the reader can easily understand the purpose of writing the letter.

A well-formatted business letter contains all important sections, such as the date, sender’s contact information, recipients’ contact information, opening salutation, body, closing salutation, and lastly, the signature of the sender. 

Proofread and edit

To ensure that your letter is void of any mistakes or grammatical errors, you should proofread it and edit it where necessary. You can also ask someone else to check for spelling mistakes and punctuation errors separately. This will make it easier to spot and correct the issues in a timely manner. 

Keep it positive

Since you are trying to get permission for a construction project from the recipient, it is better to write your letter positively and keep it free from any form of negativity. Explain the purpose of your letter with a positive tone, and don’t try to include any negative comments, as it would make a very bad impression on the reader. Try to behave professionally and address the recipient appropriately.

Be gracious and respectful

As in any letter, you should be respectful throughout the letter seeking permission for the construction. Use words that are not aggressive or confrontational. Your letter should be gracious and polite, and in conclusion, you should say thanks and add the necessary closing salutations.

It is important to remember that your letter should be formal, polite, and straight to the point to qualify as a good letter. Ensure that you provide accurate information in your letter and avoid missing out on the most critical points. Also, be sure that you are not trying to seek permission for a construction project that is not permitted or illegal. You must adhere to the tips and guidelines provided in this article to help you effectively and efficiently write a letter of permission for construction.

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• Provide a completed Engineering Revision Application form.
• Provide two (5) sets of plans 24” by 36”. The areas of the revision are to be clouded with delta reference inside the clouded area. The revision block shall show the delta number, revision description, and the engineer’s initials. Provide a statement or note on plans as to the extent of the changes, if needed for clarification.

Submit the completed forms and documents to:

Brevard County Planning and Zoning, 2725 Judge Fran Jamieson Way, Bldg. A Room 114, Viera, Fl. 32940.

Contact staff for electronic submittal information.

Pre-application conference (held on average every two weeks)

• Provide a completed Land Development Application .
• If you are acting on behalf of the owner complete the Authorization to Act form.
• Provide two sets of plans 24” by 36”.
• A completed Zoning for Site Plan Submittal (LDD 99) form.

Brevard County Building Code Division, 2725 Judge Fran Jamieson Way, Bldg. A Room A-115, Viera, Fl. 32940.

Contact staff about electronic submittals.

Site Plan or Minor Site Plan

• Cover letter providing a written response to staff comments, listing and addressing each of the items shown as a deficiency on the previous review.
• Recorded Property Deeds
• Provide two set of plans 24” by 36”.
• Provide two (2) copies of a topo and boundary survey.
• Approved Concurrency application . If the project increases in density or intensity from the initial proposal during any stage in the development approval process, a new concurrency evaluation will be required. A new form will be required if concurrency approval expires.
• Impact Fee Authorization to Act
• Zoning for Site Plan Submittal (LDD99) form
• Drainage Calculations
• Traffic Analysis - If required per the pre-application conference or as otherwise required by County engineering review staff.
• Tree survey.

Site Plan Approval

• 6 sets of final Approved Plans.
• Engineers certified construction cost estimate. Site construction costs shall include, but not be limited to, clearing, demolition, grading, paving, drainage, lighting, landscaping, traffic control, parking, sidewalks, erosion controls, fencing, and other site improvements as determined by the county. On site water, sewer and reuse utility lines is not included in these costs.
• Engineering inspection fees form .
• Copies of all regulatory permits as required by Brevard County Code, Chapter 62, if applicable.
• Updated Concurrency Application if applicable.

• Provide a completed Land Development Waiver Form .
• Justification letter.
• 8 ½ X 11” vicinity map

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A Perfect Cover Letter for Student Visa Application (with Sample)

“How to write a perfect cover letter for a student visa application?”

For international students who plan on applying for a Canadian Study Permit , creating an effective cover letter can improve your chances of success.

If you don’t carefully structure and format your cover, it will push IRCC in another direction, which could cause you to lose your application altogether. This is why applicants must follow a specific structure for every aspect of their cover letters.

Many international students ask us for the perfect cover letter for their Canadian study permit application. Letters can be complicated, so make sure you follow these guidelines.

• Purpose : The cover letter aims to enhance the chances of success in obtaining a Canadian Study Permit.
• Structure : The cover letter should be formatted correctly to avoid potential application issues.
• Components : The cover letter consists of three essential parts: Opening, Body, and Expense/Funds Summary.
• Types of Cover Letters : SOP (Statement of Purpose) for first-time applicants and LOE (Letter of Explanation) for applicants reapplying after a previous denial.
• Opening : State the purpose of the letter, include personal and authority/embassy details, and address the letter to the Visa Officer.
• Body : Begin with a formal greeting, introduce yourself, discuss the purpose of studying in Canada, explain your choice of the Canadian College or University, outline your financial plan, emphasize your commitment to returning to your home country, and conclude the letter with a formal closing.
• Expense/Funds Summary : Outline expenses, state the amount paid and the funds available in your bank account and include a list of documents attached to the application.
• Overall Impact : A well-structured and detailed cover letter can positively influence the visa officer’s decision and contribute to a successful Canadian Study Permit application.

What is a Cover Letter?

A cover letter describes why you want to go to Canada, what you intend to do there, and your post-study plans. It also contains information highlighting your academic and professional achievements.

Two basic types of cover letters are required while applying for a Canadian student visa, i.e. SOP (statement of purpose) and LOE (letter of explanation). Essentially, both of these letters are the same but have different themes.

• Statement of Purpose (SOP) is more for candidates applying for a Canada study visa for the first time.
• LOE (Letter of Explanation) is for applicants reapplying for a Canada study visa after being denied one in the past).

Components of the Cover Letter for Canadian Student Visa

Your cover letter should be structured in three parts, as shown below:

Part 1: Opening

[Purpose of Letter] [Date]

[Your name] [Your Address line 1] [Address line 2] [Address line 3] [Name of Authority/Embassy you are applying through] [Authority/Embassy Address line 1] [Authority/Embassy Address line 2]

Attn. : Visa Officer Subject : APPLYING FOR A STUDY PERMIT (Canada)

Part 2: Body

To Whom It May Concern or Dear Sir/Madam,

[Introduction]

This section should contain a summary of your education and professional goals.

This section should discuss why you need to study in Canada. You can talk about the higher quality of education and how exposure to a new environment will help you develop knowledge and skills to further your career. Also, mention that you intend to return to your home country and apply what you have learned during your educational program in Canada.

[Purpose of Choosing [College/University Name]]

• Discuss why you have chosen to study at the Canadian College or University you will attend. You can talk about the advantages of attending this educational institution compared to the ones in your home country. You can also discuss some disadvantages of pursuing a similar education in your home country.
• Next, disclose if you have already paid tuition for the program you have enrolled in. Also, mention how you intend to pay for tuition and living expenses for subsequent semesters in Canada. Include details on scholarships, grants, or benefits you are receiving from the educational institution.
• Next, clearly state that you intend to return to your home country after completing your educational program in Canada. Mention any family, business, or property ties in your home country that makes it vital for you to return.

Yours Sincerely, [Your Full name]

Part 3: EXPENSE/FUNDS Summary

This section should be formatted in bullet points. Mention:

Accommodation: [Accommodation expense 1] [Accommodation expense 2] [Accommodation expense 3]

Tuition Fee: [Tuition fee for one year] [Tuition fee you have paid for the first semester] [Payable fee which is available in your bank account]

Next, list what documents the visa officer can expect to find in your application packet. For example:

List of documents and items attached with the application:

• Cover letter
• Application form
• Item 7, and so forth

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Student Visa Cover Letter Sample

Here is a sample cover letter for Canada student visa application.

Applying for Study Permit in Canada June 1, 2022.

Akash Kumar Flat No. 100, Triveni Apartments Pitam Pura, NEW DELHI, 110034 INDIA

High Commission of Canada to India, in New Delhi Visa Section 7/8 Shantipath Chanakyapuri, New Delhi 110 021, India

Attn.: Visa officer Subject: Canadian Study Permit Application

Dear Sir/Madam,

I have been accepted into a graduate program at the University of Waterloo in Canada and will apply for a study permit. I have included my original university acceptance letter with this application.

I am a qualified software developer with six years of experience in India’s IT industry. I have held this position for the last two years at a sizable IT company in New Delhi.

Thanks to the computer science degree I obtained from Delhi Technological University in 2016, I was able to secure a very profitable job. During my studies, I learned how to design and write codes that are used in a variety of software programs worldwide. India’s software development industry is growing rapidly, and as a result, many companies are looking for developers who specialize in specific programming languages. Therefore, I am eager to expand my knowledge and skills by enrolling in an international graduate program.

I chose a graduate program focusing on Programming Languages at the University of Waterloo because it is among the best educational institutions globally for this study area. Many of the program’s professors have contributed to innovative developments in the software programming field. The Waterloo-Kitchener area is also renowned for producing many talented individuals in the computer science field, leading to the region being referred to as Canada’s Silicon Valley. By contrast, my educational prospects in India are pretty limited. New Delhi is a major city with many reputable educational institutions. However, none offer the graduate program I am pursuing. I also believe being immersed in a North American setting will allow me to learn to adapt my skills to multinational companies once I return to India.

I have paid the University of Waterloo CAD 14,000  to cover my fees for my first semester. You can verify this transaction in the attached bank draft with my application.

I have also found accommodation in a dormitory on the university campus. The dormitory’s address is as follows:

Suite #303, Village 1, University of Waterloo 200 University Ave W Waterloo, ON, N2J 4B6, Canada

I have paid my accommodation fees for the first semester. You can contact the University administrator in charge of the dormitory at the following phone number: +1 519-888-4567 ext. 84086

Funds Available

I have INR 8,100,000 or CAD 50,000 in my Indian bank account. You can verify this amount in the bank statement I have supplied with the application package. You can also verify that I have steadily built up these savings from the monthly salary deposits I received from my job at Linus Technologies in New Delhi.

I intend to return to India after completing my graduate program at the University of Waterloo. Both my elderly parents (picture attached) reside in New Delhi, and I plan to take care of them after returning. I also plan to take over managing their rental property in the city. My older brother (picture attached) will be performing this duty while I complete my studies in Canada.

I would greatly appreciate your support in issuing a study permit before August 1, 2022, so I may depart for Canada by August 15, 2022, for my program’s orientation. I have included all the relevant information requested in the original application package. Please contact me at +91 1234-567890 or [email protected] if you need me to submit additional information or documents for my application.

Yours Sincerely,

____[SIGNATURE LINE]____ Akash Kumar

Expense/Funds Summary

Accommodation: First Semester’s Rent: CAD$ 3,500 Payable Rent Amount: CAD$ 3,100

Tuition Fee: First Year’s Tuition Fee: CAD$ 28,000 First Semester’s Tuition Fee: CAD$ 14,000 First Semester’s Payable fee: CAD$ 13,000

Total Bank Balance in my account is INR 8,100,000 or CAD 50,000 .

Note: The documents and other items enclosed with my application are summarized below:

• Checklist form (IMM 5483)
• Completed and Signed Application form
• Supplementary Information form
• The University of Waterloo provided the letter of Acceptance. (Original + one copy)
• Payment Receipt for First Semester’s Tuition
• Confirmation of Accommodation at Village 1 Dormitory at the University of Waterloo
• Proof of funds (Bank statement from the past six months)
• Statement from my bank manager describing my financial history.
• Originals and photocopies of my educational documents.
• Original IELTS language test results
• Recommendation letter from my work supervisor
• Original passport and one copy
• Pictures of my parents and brother
• Copy of my Identity Card
• Six recent photos
• Police clearance certificate

This sample cover letter can be used as a guide when applying for a student visa in Canada. Always ensure you include all sections and go through your letter for spelling, grammar, and other mistakes before submitting it to the Visa Officer. When writing a letter, be concise but do not omit important details.

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Many of the applicants for student visas that we assisted are currently enrolled in Canada’s top colleges. Whether it is your first time applying or you have had repeated study permit refusals, we give you visa success in the easiest way.

You can contact our experts here . Our team is led by Keshav Sharma, a licensed and regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant with many years of experience.

I hope this article has clarified your confusion regarding writing a perfect cover letter for a student visa application. Good luck!

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• Guidance for Applying to Technical Guidance Document (TGD) in South Orange County picture_as_pdf
• Guidelines for Implementation of Landscape Irrigation Code   picture_as_pdf
• Hydromodification Management Plan (HMP) for South Orange County - April 1, 2015 picture_as_pdf
• Landscape Irrigation Code   picture_as_pdf
• Landscape Plan General Notes   picture_as_pdf
• Landscape Plan Review Checklist picture_as_pdf
• Letter of Authorization   picture_as_pdf
• Map - OC Water Quality Control Boards   picture_as_pdf
• Model Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance Requirements picture_as_pdf
• Model WQMP Technical Guidance Document - December 2013 picture_as_pdf
• New vs. Major Remodel For Residential Dwelling Policy picture_as_pdf
• North Orange County "Non-Priority" Project Water Quality Management Plan Template (WQMP) picture_as_pdf
• North Orange County "Priority" Project Water Quality Management Plan Template (WQMP) picture_as_pdf
• North Orange County Model WQMP Technical Guidance Document picture_as_pdf
• Notice of Exemption - Oil Wells picture_as_pdf
• NPDES Notes picture_as_pdf
• OC Community Development Fee Ordinance picture_as_pdf
• OC Construction Runoff Guidance Manual  picture_as_pdf
• Oil Well Code picture_as_pdf
• Oil Well Permit Application picture_as_pdf
• Oil Well Submittal Requirements picture_as_pdf
• On-Site Sewage Absorption System Guidelines picture_as_pdf
• Outdoor Fireplace Requirements picture_as_pdf
• Owner Builder Information picture_as_pdf
• Owner/Builder Acknowledgement & Information Verification picture_as_pdf
• Plumbing Fixture Replacement (SB 407) Requirements & Policies picture_as_pdf
• Plumbing Fixture Replacement Self-Certification picture_as_pdf
• Request for Refund/Transfer/Withdrawal picture_as_pdf
• Requirements for Abandoned Sewage Disposal Facilities   picture_as_pdf
• Residential Bathroom Remodel Requirements picture_as_pdf
• Residential Kitchen Remodel Requirements picture_as_pdf
• Residential Plan Check Correction List CRC 2019 picture_as_pdf
• Residential Plan Check Correction List CRC-R3 2019 picture_as_pdf
• Residential Tract Submittal Checklist picture_as_pdf
• Residential Window Changeout picture_as_pdf
• Retaining Wall Design with Keyway picture_as_pdf
• Retaining Wall Permit Requirements picture_as_pdf
• Retaining Walls & Fences Form picture_as_pdf
• Smoke & Carbon Monoxide Alarm Self-Certification picture_as_pdf
• Solar Standard Plan with Central Inverter picture_as_pdf
• Solar Permit Submittal Requirement Bulletin picture_as_pdf
• Solar Standard Plan with Microinverter picture_as_pdf
• Solar Structural Criteria picture_as_pdf
• South Orange County Hydrology Model (SOCHM) Guidance Manual picture_as_pdf
• South Orange County Model WQMP - SOC Model WQMP (12-20-2013)   picture_as_pdf
• South Orange County Water Quality Management Plan Template Word Doc (WQMP) - October 30, 2014 picture_as_pdf
• South Orange County Water Quality Management Plan Template PDF Form (WQMP) - October 30, 2014 picture_as_pdf
• Special Inspection Program & Designation of Special Inspectors picture_as_pdf
• Special Inspectors Approved Agencies List 2024   picture_as_pdf
• Structural Observation Program picture_as_pdf
• Structural Observation Report Form picture_as_pdf
• Surety Rider - Oil Wells picture_as_pdf
• Swimming Pool and Spa Packet picture_as_pdf
• Swimming Pool and Spa Slope Setback Requirements picture_as_pdf
• Swimming Pool/Spa Questionnaire picture_as_pdf
• Swimming Pool Plan Check Process picture_as_pdf
• Swimming Pool Note Sheet picture_as_pdf
• Swimming Pool Demolition Requirements picture_as_pdf
• Tankless Water Heater Submittal Requirements picture_as_pdf
• Typical Lattice Patio Cover picture_as_pdf
• Typical Plot Plan Guidelines picture_as_pdf
• Typical Roofed Patio Cover picture_as_pdf
• Unreasonable Hardship Form picture_as_pdf
• Water Heater Requirements picture_as_pdf
• Water Quality Checklist for Categorizing Projects as "Priority" or "Non-Priority" picture_as_pdf
• Well Plugging and Abandonment Report picture_as_pdf
• Water Use Classifications of Landscape Species (WUCOLS) 2000 - Guide to Estimating Irrigation Water Needs picture_as_pdf
• Work Completion Agreement picture_as_pdf

Encroachment

• Encroachment Permit Process Flowchart picture_as_pdf
• Flood Insurance Requirements picture_as_pdf
• Letter of Authorization picture_as_pdf
• NPDES Compliance Form picture_as_pdf
• Owner Builder Statement picture_as_pdf
• Road Insurance Requirements picture_as_pdf
• Special Events Insurance Requirements picture_as_pdf
• Surety Rider picture_as_pdf
• Temporary Traffic Control Plans picture_as_pdf
• Transportation Permit Application Annual   picture_as_pdf
• Transportation Permit Application Single   picture_as_pdf
• Transportation Insurance Requirements picture_as_pdf
• Transportation Terms & Conditions picture_as_pdf
• Wireless Facilities Checklist picture_as_pdf

Environmental

• RMV Addendum PA 2 to EIR 589 picture_as_pdf
• RMV Addendum 1.1 to EIR 589 picture_as_pdf
• RMV Addendum 1 to EIR 589 picture_as_pdf
• The Ranch Plan EIR 589 Errata picture_as_pdf
• Appnd A NOPs and Comments picture_as_pdf
• Appnd B Geotech Studies picture_as_pdf
• Appnd C1 Hyrologic Comp picture_as_pdf
• Appnd C2 Concept WQMP picture_as_pdf
• Appnd C3 picture_as_pdf
• Appnd C4 picture_as_pdf
• Appnd D1 Traffic Report picture_as_pdf
• Appnd D2 Traffic Mitigation picture_as_pdf
• Appnd E and F Air Quality and Noise picture_as_pdf
• Appnd G1a - 2 picture_as_pdf
• Appnd G3 - 7 picture_as_pdf
• Appnd G8 picture_as_pdf
• Appnd G9 picture_as_pdf
• Appnd H-J5 picture_as_pdf
• The Ranch Plan EIR 589 picture_as_pdf
• Agreement for Drainage Encumbrances picture_as_pdf
• Archaeologist List 2018 picture_as_pdf
• Change of Ownership Form picture_as_pdf
• Designation of Financially Responsible Party picture_as_pdf
• Final Soils Report Requirements picture_as_pdf
• Grading Cash Bond picture_as_pdf
• Grading Certificate of Deposit Assignment picture_as_pdf
• Grading Contractor Statement of Compliance picture_as_pdf
• Grading Irrevocable Letter of Credit picture_as_pdf
• Grading Notes picture_as_pdf
• Grading Plan Check Checklist picture_as_pdf
• Grading Plan Standard Correction List picture_as_pdf
• Grading Review Checklist Library picture_as_pdf
• Grading Surety Bond picture_as_pdf
• Paleontologist List 2018 picture_as_pdf
• Permission to Grade Off-Site picture_as_pdf
• Precise Grading Permit Pre-Paving Meeting picture_as_pdf
• Precise Grading Permit Pre-Grading Meeting picture_as_pdf
• Preliminary Grading Permit Pre-Grading Meeting picture_as_pdf
• Qualifications for Certification of Archaeological & Paleontological picture_as_pdf
• Red Imported Fire Ant Form picture_as_pdf
• Rough or Final Grade Certification picture_as_pdf
• Site Grading for drainage around building policy picture_as_pdf
• Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) for Single-Family and Multifamily (Updated January 2023) picture_as_pdf
• Affordable Housing Development Preliminary Application Checklist picture_as_pdf
• Appeals Procedure picture_as_pdf
• CEQA Checklist picture_as_pdf
• CEQA Environmental Information Request Form picture_as_pdf
• Concurrent Processing picture_as_pdf
• Cowan Ranch Planned Community picture_as_pdf
• Group Home Permit Application picture_as_pdf
• Home Occupation Verification Form picture_as_pdf
• Mills Act Program Info Sheet 2022 picture_as_pdf
• Mills Act State Information Sheet 2022 picture_as_pdf
• OC General Plan Map   picture_as_pdf
• Occupancy Permit Package picture_as_pdf
• Orange County Local CEQA Procedures Manual picture_as_pdf
• Ranch Plan Alternative Development Standards picture_as_pdf
• Ranch Plan Planned Community picture_as_pdf
• RMV Development Agreement picture_as_pdf
• RMV Fire Protection Program picture_as_pdf
• RMV PA 3 & 4 Master Area and Subarea Plans picture_as_pdf
• RMV PA 2 Master Area and Subarea Plans picture_as_pdf
• SB 9 Guidance Handout (August 2023)   picture_as_pdf
• SB 9 Summary Table (August 2023 )
• SB 330 Formal Application/Checklist   picture_as_pdf
• S hort-Term Rental Handout   picture_as_pdf
• South County Roadway Improvement Program (SCRIP) picture_as_pdf

Subdivision

• Certificate of Compliance Application Packet   picture_as_pdf
• Local Storm Drain- General Notes   picture_as_pdf
• Lot Line Adjustment Application Packet  picture_as_pdf
• Street Improvement Plan General Notes   picture_as_pdf
• Subdivision Manual   picture_as_pdf
• Tentative Tract Map Application Packet   picture_as_pdf
• Tentative Parcel Map Application Packet   picture_as_pdf
• Traffic Signing & Striping General Notes   picture_as_pdf

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