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Step 2. Before You Submit

While Pre-Approved ADU Plans have already been reviewed by City staff, navigating the permit, plan check, and development process can be complex. To better assist you through this process, it is highly advised that you contact City staff for a pre-submittal consultation.  Email us at planning@santa-ana.org to schedule your pre-submittal consultation. To make your consultation … Continued

Step 5. Begin Construction

Once you have been issued your permits, you can begin construction and call (714) 667-2738 to schedule inspections.

Step 4. Pulling Permits

Once all City departments have reviewed and approved your application submittal, you will be required to pay all permit, inspection, capacity and/or impact fees. Please note School District development impact fees will need to be paid offsite at respective School District offices. When you have paid all required fees and presented City staff with City … Continued

Step 3. Application Submittal

To submit your Pre-Approved ADU application please contact your assigned case planner (if you elected to schedule a pre-submittal consultation) or contact the Planning Division at planning@santa-ana.org to schedule a submittal meeting. Please note that all projects utilizing the Pre-Approved ADU Plans may only be submitted over-the-counter with paper copies of all documents. During your … Continued

What should I do if I don’t hear back about my vendor application?

If you don’t hear back after a couple weeks, we were likely unable to accept your business for our events due to reaching maximum capacity. If you have further questions feel free to reach out to specialevents@santa-ana.org Please do not submit more than one inquiry for this event for the same business concept.

When do vendor applications open? Is it too late to apply?

Interest forms open starting December 9, 2025, and close on January 8, 2025. Please submit your form within this timeframe. If selected, a city representative will reach out with further event information and logistics after the application window closes.

Is there a booth or vendor cost if selected?

For this city event, there is no cost for the selected food vendors or exhibitors. However, each organization is responsible for providing their own equipment, such as tables, chairs, or canopies.

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