Zoning Verification Letter (ZAV)
A Zoning Verification Letter is a written response to a request about the current land use and zoning for a specific property. It includes information on variances, special permits, ordinances or conditions, and violations. This letter is more simplistic in nature than a Letter of Determination, which provides a specific interpretation or determination. A Zoning Verification Letter usually includes, but is not limited to, a rebuild letter.
A Rebuild Letter is a type of Zoning Verification Letter. It states that the building can be restored to its original condition and use in the event the property is destroyed by fire or any other form of natural disaster. The fee for this type of letter is the same as the fee for a Zoning Verification Letter fee.
There is a fee associated with this letter. Refer to Section 6 of the Fee Schedule.
How to Submit
Requests for a Zoning Verification Letter must be submitted online using Public Portal or in writing. If you need a zoning verification letter for more than one parcel, please submit a separate application request for each parcel.
Online Public Portal
The City provides residents, businesses, and visitors access to government services online, 24-hours-a-day, 7-days-a-week through the citizen portal. For security reasons, all online filing requires registration of a free user account. Please have all your property information ready in advance.
- After registering or login, go to "+ New" and select "Planning Application" (there may be an agreement screen for first-time accounts).
- Select from the list of available applications and follow all instructions.
Written Submission
If you prefer to submit in writing, please email a request to CPC.ZAintake@sfgov.org. Please note that written submissions may take up to 1-2 weeks to process.
For questions, you can call the Planning counter at 628.652.7300 or email pic@sfgov.org where planners are able to assist you.
Español: Para información en Español llamar al 628.652.7550. Tenga en cuenta que el Departamento de Planificación necesitará al menos un día hábil para responder.
中文: 如果您需要中文的帮助, 请致电628.652.7550。请注意, 计划部门至少需要一个工作日才能做出回应。
Tagalog: Para sa impormasyon sa Tagalog tumawag sa 628.652.7550. Paki tandaan na mangangailangan ang Planning Department ng hindi kukulangin sa isang araw na pantrabaho para makasagot.