25 Sept 2025: 9:25am - Power at 49 South Van Ness and Permit Center has been restored - services will resume as soon as possible.
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The Family Zoning Plan

Increasing housing affordability and availability through greater density across the City.

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PermitSF

Reforming City permitting processes – tell us about the challenges you've encountered by submitting your feedback.

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The Future of Downtown

The Roadmap to San Francisco’s Future.

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Window Replacement Projects

Beginning May 5, 2025, updated standards and review process are in effect for window replacements in San Francisco.

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Hearings & Events

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New ADU Permit Review RoundTable

Learn how you can create housing in your basement, garage, or backyard.

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Entitlement Extensions

State law now offers 18-month entitlement extensions for eligible housing projects.

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Ministerial Projects

Some projects may qualify for a ministerial, non-discretionary review.

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In My Neighborhood

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