A: Community and Economic Development Dept., Planning Division

P.O. Box 2090

East Palo Alto, CA 94303

A: The fees for a permit will vary depending on the type of permit, the division it falls under, and the rate. In order to get an estimate of the fees, you will need to email a planner with a conceptual sketch of your project.

A: A submission must contain:

the title of the work

the author’s name

the author’s email address

a mailing address

a bio of the author

a short summary of the work

the work itself

The work itself must be:

a minimum of 1,000 words

a maximum of 10,000 words

a .docx or .doc file

The title of the work

A: There are three ways to avoid probate. 1. Die with zero assets. 2. Die with assets held in a trust. 3. Die with assets titled with legally enforceable / proper beneficiary designations.

A: The universal planning application form can be found in the link below.

A: The zoning designation of your property can be determined using the zoning map.

A: Article 2 of the City's development standards deals with specific plans. Specific plans are documents that outline the development standards for a particular area. These standards can include things like the maximum height of buildings, the minimum width of streets, and the types of uses that are allowed in an area.

A: The City's Housing Ordinance requires that all residential rental units be registered with the City. All landlords must obtain a business license, and all rental units must be inspected every two years. The Ordinance also establishes minimum standards for habitability, including requirements for heating, ventilation, sanitation, and safety.

A: If you need to speak to a planner, please schedule an appointment. Appointments can be virtual or in person.

A: If you need to be approved for any development in a High-Risk Flood Zone, the substantial improvement (SI) allowed is capped at 50% of the dwelling cost of the structure and proposed improvements.

A: The best way to get information on zoning and planning for a specific piece of property in Solano County is to call the Planning Services Division at 707-784-6765 and provide the Assessor Parcel Number (APN) for the property in question.

A: No need to bring anything, but old estate planning documents, deeds to real estate, or business planning documents (like Operating Agreements or Bylaws) might be helpful.

A: It depends on the situation, but generally speaking, a judge will have to appoint a Guardian for your children if you haven't expressed your wishes in a legally enforceable Will.

A: It may take up to 7 days to receive a response to a permit payment. If you have not received a response after this time, you can email the address listed on the permit with your inquiry.

A: The first step in preparing for a government investigation or inquiry is to assess the full scope of the matter. This includes determining the nature of the investigation or inquiry, the agencies involved, and the potential consequences. The company should also determine the resources that will be needed, including staff, outside counsel, and subject experts. Additionally, the company should consider whether targeted education is needed for Board members or other company officials, and which employees, vendors, and/or agents need to be notified.

A: Estate planning projects usually take about one month from start to finish.

A: A Design Review Committee Meeting is a meeting where inter-agency staff members review development projects. The developer may or may not be present.

A: 1. Check if the vendor is eligible for a renewal.

2. If they are, request a new background check and updated insurance information from the vendor.

3. Once you have received this information, submit it to HDL for review.

4. If everything is in order, HDL will issue a new vendor permit.

A: A trust is a legal arrangement in which a person (the trustee) holds and manages property or assets for the benefit of another person (the beneficiary).

A: A Will is a legal document that speaks on your behalf as of the moment you pass away. A trust can be used to avoid probate and to customize asset distribution.

A: Each of the transportation-related projects proposed in Connect the Coastside will require separate funding, design, permitting, environmental review, and construction. Implementing transportation projects can be challenging, due to the variety of funding sources, environmental concerns and the permitting process.

A: Garages can be converted into living spaces or accessory dwelling units, but they must meet certain code requirements. For more information, please refer to the garage conversion sheet.

A: Improve the transportation infrastructure on the Coastside to reduce traffic and provide more options for residents and visitors.

The plan includes a wide range of improvements, which address the present and future mobility needs of Coastside communities. The plan broadly seeks to:

- Improve safety and access for all users
- Reduce traffic congestion and delays
- Improve public transit service
- Increase the use of non-motorized travel
- Enhance the Coastside’s economic vitality

A: The County of San Mateo is developing a transportation management plan to address the future transportation needs of Coastside communities. As new development occurs, transportation improvements will be planned and constructed to address traffic impacts.

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A: The Midcoast region of California is mostly low-density, suburban, and residential, which encourages automobile trips. A range of other factors also encourage driving on the Midcoast, including the lack of public transportation options and the lack of pedestrian and bicycle infrastructure.