To some, this “California Entitlement Process” can appear impossibly daunting – almost a project in-and-of-itself. But to us, it is a “choose your own adventure” story, a straightforward means to gaining approval for great projects. By knowing how to make the right decisions at the outset and understanding the right course for each project, we optimize and streamline the process – and ultimately produce better end results.

That’s RGP’s specialty. Scroll over the chart below for a better look at how this process works.

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From this regulatory framework comes the various expert services that RGP offers to help its clients successfully navigate the process. This includes:

• Project Design
• Project Descriptions
• Due Diligence
• Project Application Support
• General Plan Development and Amendments
• Zoning Research and Changes
• Subdivision Map Act Compliance and Tract Mapping
• Conditional Use Permits
• Specific Plan Preparation
• SMARA and Surface Mining Services
• CEQA & NEPA Environmental Analysis
• State & Federal Permitting
• Project Management & Hearings Services
• Conditions of Approval and Mitigation Measure Implementation
• Compliance Reviews and Reporting
• Plan Amendments and Updates