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How to prepare for a pre-application meeting.

A calm pre-app meeting comes from clear questions, aligned documents, and a short list of decisions you need from staff.

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What to bring

Site address or APN and the responsible agency reviewer.
Concept-level drawings or massing, even if early.
A short project brief with use, program, and timeline goals.
Key questions about entitlements, process, and review sequencing.

LA vs SD

Different agencies emphasize different inputs.

Tailor the packet so staff can respond without back-and-forth.

Los Angeles focus

Clarify entitlement path, discretionary triggers, and planning level review expectations.

Bring: early entitlement options and a concise scope summary.
Ask: sequencing, CEQA touchpoints, and design review timing.

San Diego focus

Align with adopted guidelines, community plan context, and board expectations.

Bring: design intent diagrams and guideline references.
Ask: specific submittal checklist and board-ready expectations.

Staff-ready artifacts

Feasibility memo with constraints, risks, and an approvals roadmap.
Key exhibits that explain intent without long narration.
List of decisions required to move forward.

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