BCDC updates permit rules to make the process easier and more efficient
BCDC has updated its permitting regulations to simplify the permit process, reduce requirements for some minor projects, and improve clarity for applicants.
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BCDC adopts permit rule updates to improve efficiency
Starting July 1, 2026, the San Francisco Bay Conservation and Development Commission (BCDC) will implement updates to its permitting regulations to make the permit process clearer, simpler, and more efficient. The changes include combining two similar permit types...
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