Updated timetable for projects submitted on or after March 1, 2018

The extent of the review required to issue building permits for a project depends upon the project type, which is determined based on: project scope of work; project location; use or occupancy type of the structure; and environmental impact. The timetable listed below outlines the approximate plan review period for each project type. 
 

Project Type	Plan Review Schedule
Major Review Projects New Mixed-Use Developments New Multi-Family Developments (excludes 100% affordable housing) New Single-Family Housing Tract Developments New Commercial and Industrial Structures (>100,000 square feet)	33 business days for the first review cycle, and 21 business days for each subsequent review cycle.
Major Review Project Revisions (after permit issuance)	7 business days for each review cycle
Minor Review Projects New Commercial and Industrial Structures or Additions (<100,000 square feet) New Single-Family Dwellings (non-tract) New 100% Affordable Housing Multi-Family Developments	23 business days for the first review cycle, and 12 business days for each subsequent review cycle.
Minor Review Project Revisions (after permit issuance)	7 business days for each review cycle
Limited Review Projects Single-Family Residential Additions (>750 square feet) Second Story Residential Additions Accessory Dwelling Units Commercial/Industrial On-Site Improvements Commercial/Industrial Tenant Improvements Requiring Entitlement	17 business days for the first review cycle, and 12 business days for each subsequent review cycle.
Limited Review Project Revisions (after permit issuance)	7 business days for each review cycle
Wireless Review Projects Cell Tower Installations Cell Tower Modifications	10 calendar days for each review cycle
Wireless Review Project Revisions (after permit issuance)	7 business days for each review cycle
Standard Residential Projects Single-Family Residential Single-Story Additions (<750 square feet) Accessory Structures (unconditioned, non-dwelling) Residential Interior Remodels	15 business days for the first review cycle, and 10 business days for each subsequent review cycle. Over-the-counter plan review is available at the City's Development Services Center by appointment. To make an appointment, call 510-494-4461.
Standard Residential Project Revisions	Over-the-counter review is available at the City's Development Services Center without appointment for minor revisions during specified hours. Revisions not reviewed over-the-counter are 7 business days for each review cycle.
Standard Commercial Projects Office Interior Tenant Improvements (<7,500 square feet) Warehouse Interior Tenant Improvements (<5,000 square feet) Retail Interior Tenant Improvements (<1,500 square feet) Interior Tenant Improvements (<7,500 square feet and all others not specified above)	15 business days for the first review cycle, and 10 business days for each subsequent review cycle. Over-the-counter plan review is available by appointment at the City's Development Services Center for most projects. To make an appointment, call 510-494-4461.
Standard Commercial Project Revisions	Over-the-counter review is available at the City's Development Services Center without appointment for minor revisions during specified hours. Revisions not reviewed over-the-counter are 7 business days for each review cycle.