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City reports stable permit volume but persistent entitlement workload; EnerGov usage rising

5070541 · June 25, 2025
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Community Development reported 291 active entitlement projects, an ongoing pipeline of 35–40 discretionary projects per month, and early gains from the new EnerGov permitting platform. Staff said EnerGov has reduced counter appointments but more applicants should use online submittal to improve efficiency.

The Community Development Department reported to council on June 24 that Laguna Beach continues to process a heavy pipeline of planning and entitlement work while showing early productivity gains from the newly adopted EnerGov permitting system.

Interim Community Development Director Matt Schneider told council the department is tracking 291 active entitlement projects and typically processes 35–40…

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