Planning & Building News

Permit Exemption for Hazardous Trees - Effective July 1, 2021 to July 1, 2022

Eucalyptus Tree
In advance of fire season and drought conditons the County has waived permit requirements and fees for the responsible removal of hazardous trees.... View moreView Permit Exemption for Hazardous Trees - Effective July 1, 2021 to July 1, 2022

Customer Service Alert

Our office is is currently experiencing a higher than normal volume of permit requests. Please anticipate the longer response times. ... View moreView Customer Service Alert

Department Services Update

The Planning & Building Department partially reopened on June 15, 2021. Our services will continue to be provided electronically via email and the Online Permit Center, but limited in-person services will also be offered.... View moreView Department Services Update

New Proposed Building Permit & Inspection Fee Schedule

Proposed Fee Schedule
The County of San Mateo Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing on December 8, 2020 to consider adopting the Planning and Building Department’s proposed Building Permit and Inspection Fee Schedule, proposed to take effect  January 15, 2021.  Click here  for the Proposed Fee Schedule and Fee Study.... View moreView New Proposed Building Permit & Inspection Fee Schedule

New Local Energy Code Requirements Effective September 10, 2020

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New Energy Requirements effective September 10, 2020 for new construction: Requirements include all-electric building, electric vehicle charging infrastructure, and photovoltaic solar requirements.... View moreView New Local Energy Code Requirements Effective September 10, 2020

Fire Recovery & Rebuilding

Rebuilding
Learn about our streamlined rebuilding process designed to assist those who have lost their homes or suffered property damage due to the CZU Lightning Complex fires.... View moreView Fire Recovery & Rebuilding

Additional Outdoor Businesses Allowed

Outdoor Eating
The County has expanded the temporary suspension of Use Permit, Parking and other zoning development standards to allow restaurants and other specified businesses to conduct business outdoors.... View moreView Additional Outdoor Businesses Allowed

Coastside Design Review Committee Seeks New Members

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The County is looking for interested residents from Moss Beach and Miramar to represent those areas, as well as Mid-Coast residents to represent the Princeton area.... View moreView Coastside Design Review Committee Seeks New Members

Commercial Cannabis Activity License

Beginning January 2nd, 2018, the County will begin accepting license applications for the Commercial Cultivation of Cannabis.... View moreView Commercial Cannabis Activity License

Penalty Fees for Unauthorized Tree Removal

Did you know there are new penalty fees of $2,500 to $10,000 per tree for the unauthorized removal of Significant and Heritage Trees?... View moreView Penalty Fees for Unauthorized Tree Removal
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