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DBI outlines permit‑processing changes; Fire Department to accept 'fire‑only' permits at 49 South Van Ness
Summary
DBI reported improved permit throughput amid disruptions from COVID‑19 and wildfires and announced a partnership with the Fire Department to intake and issue 'fire‑only' permits, a move intended to free DBI staff to address backlog.
DBI Assistant Director Christine Gasparek updated the commission on permit processing during shelter‑in‑place and the relocation of operations to 49 South Van Ness. She said DBI issued about 110 permits per day pre‑COVID, dropped to roughly 50 per day during electronic‑only operations, and is now averaging about 80 permits per day plus roughly 130 automated trade permits.
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