STEP-BY-STEP

Understand the steps to comply with the Maher Ordinance

Learn what to do if 50 cubic yards or more of soil will be disturbed during your building or grading project.

Under Building Code Sections 106A.3.2.4.1, 106A.3.2.4.2, and 106A.3.2.4.4 and Health Code Article 22A you may need to get DPH approval when you apply for a building or grading permit.

1

Visit SF Planning's Property Information Map

The Property Information Map shows if your project is in the Maher area.

2

Understand the Maher process

See our Maher flow chart to understand the process.

3

Complete the Maher application

Complete all the Maher Checklist items to submit your application.

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