Removed Roadblocks to Support Small Businesses
Direct permitting reform to streamline city processes and reduce bureaucracy for small businesses
What We Accomplished
• Introduced same day permits for six permit types
• Slashed digital building permit wait time from 7 to 1 day
• Streamlined “by right” permit approvals for Downtown, Broadway Valdez, and Lake Merritt, as well as for residential affordable housing in all districts
• Increased Permit Center hours to 8:30am-4:00pm daily
• Partnered with Council to invest $3 million for permit system upgrades in Accela
What's Coming
• Continuing to make more permits available same-day and expand one-stop digital options
• Creating simple permit process guides to help residents navigate city services
• Fast-tracking tenant improvements to attract retail businesses and fill storefronts
• Continuing to streamline “by right” permit approvals