Permit Timeline Analysis

An intelligence briefing on the 2025 wildfire rebuild efforts as of June 10, 2025.

18
Avg. Review Time (Days)
23
Avg. Construction Time (Days)
11
Avg. Wildfire Rebuild Review (Days)
83%
Permits Currently 'Issued'

🔥 Wildfire Rebuild Initiative Performance

Permits associated with the rebuild effort are being processed at an accelerated rate.

61% FASTER

than the overall average review time. A significant success for the fast-track program.

⏱️ Permit Processing Timeline Analysis

Permit Type Avg. Review Time (Days) Avg. Construction Time (Days)
🏗️ Bldg-New 29 23
➕ Bldg-Addition 29 Not Available
🧱 Nonbldg-New 22 Not Available
🚜 Grading 13 20
🛠️ Bldg-Alter/Repair 10 13
💧 Swimming-Pool/Spa 10 6
💣 Bldg-Demolition 7 32

🏢 Analysis by Business Unit

Business Unit Average Review Time (Days)
🐢 Regular Plan Check 33
🐇 Expanded Counter Plan Check 13
🚀 Plan Check at Counter 5

📊 Current Status Distribution

Issued83%
Permit Finaled11%
Refund in Progress1%

💰 Average Valuation by Permit Type

Permit Type Average Valuation
🏗️ Bldg-New $560,941
➕ Bldg-Addition $452,500
🛠️ Bldg-Alter/Repair $86,419
💧 Swimming-Pool/Spa $23,000
🚜 Grading $259

💡 Recommendations for Improvement

  • 🚀

    Expand "Plan Check at Counter" Services

    Data proves this is the most efficient model. Broaden the scope of eligible permits to significantly cut wait times.

  • 🔍

    Investigate "Regular Plan Check" Bottlenecks

    With a 33-day average review, this unit requires a focused process review to identify and address systemic delays, especially for new construction.

  • ⚡️

    Standardize a "Fast-Track" Program

    The wildfire initiative is a successful template. Apply this model to other critical projects like affordable housing or renewable energy to accelerate development.