January 12-23, 2026
To prepare for the new Public Works online permitting system, staff are in daily trainings, which may impact our services temporarily.
Starting Monday, January 12, through Thursday, January 23, 2026, the Public Works counter at the Permit Center will have reduced hours from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday-Friday. Thank you for your patience and understanding as we ready to provide a better customer experience.
Permit Fee Increases Take Effect Oct. 1, 2024
Starting October 1, 2024, San Francisco Public Works implemented modest fee increases for certain public right-of-way permits.
Permit fees had not changed in over a decade—aside from routine adjustments tied to the Consumer Price Index (CPI). The updated fees are based on a cost recovery model and supported by an independent user fee study. This ensures sustainable funding for essential services.
We took a careful, targeted approach to these adjustments to help minimize the impact on small businesses.
Click here to read the final legislation adopted by the Board of Supervisors.
Establishment of Minimum Completeness Standards for Public Works’ Construction Permits (Effective May 15, 2024)
- Announcement from Director
- Public Works Permit Application Completeness Guide
- Pre-application Checklist
- Permitting Definitions: Project Designations
Establishment of Public Works’ Minimum Standards for Building Permit Application Intake Reviews and Releases (Effective September 1, 2023)
- Announcement from Director Short
- Minimum Standards for BPA Intake Review and Release (Tier II) Checklist
- Minimum Standards for BPA Intake Review and Releases Memo Eff. Sept2023 (8.29.23)
