| CLIENT | RenewAge Energy |
|---|---|
| LOCATION | Palo Alto, CA |
| PROJECT TYPE | Stand Alone New Construction |
Permit Place recently completed permit expediting services for RenewAge Energy on a stand alone new construction project in Palo Alto, CA.
As part of the broader EV Loop program, the project required a CO2-related fourth submittal and close coordination with the local authorities to keep the schedule on track.
Working with the City of Palo Alto’s Planning and Development Services Department – Building Division, Permit Place managed the complex submittal requirements and approvals. From receipt of plans through plan check approval, the process was completed in just 24 days, helping RenewAge Energy maintain momentum on its EV Loop rollout.
Challenges
The primary hurdle on this project was obtaining fire department approval, which required a site visit before the permit set could be cleared. This added a layer of logistical complexity to an already detailed fourth submittal process. Without careful coordination, the site visit requirement could have triggered delays in the new construction timeline.
Solutions and Strategies
Permit Place leveraged its Due Diligence process and proactive measures to anticipate agency expectations and sequence the fire department site visit as efficiently as possible. Strategic communication with both the City and the fire department ensured that review comments were minimized and addressed quickly. This disciplined approach to application planning and document management helped streamline the fourth submittal for CO2.
Project Wins
Despite the added coordination required for fire department review and a fourth CO2-related submittal, Permit Place guided RenewAge Energy to full plan check approval in just 24 days.
The team’s responsiveness, clear communication across multiple departments, and ability to efficiently coordinate a required site visit helped maintain momentum on the EV Loop rollout.
This outcome demonstrated the value of experienced permit expediting services on complex, multi-agency new construction projects—particularly for program-based initiatives where schedule certainty is critical.