Food Facility Plan Check Process

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Payments cannot be made to or accepted by inspectors. Payments must be made in person at the Environmental Health Services office, by mail, by phone at (650) 372-6200, or online through the MyEHS Portal.

The Food Facility Plan Check program reviews plans for all new and remodeled facilities to ensure they support public health and safety, and comply with local and state health codes. Plans must be received and approved before any construction or remodeling takes place.

Plan review is required for:

• New construction
• Remodels
• Replacement or installation of equipment
• Replacement of floors/walls/ceiling finishes

Apply through MyEHS — our secure online portal where you can fill out your application, pay fees, and track your application status in one place. 

If you’re unable to apply online with MyEHS, you can download and complete the Plan Check PDF application at smchealth.org/myehs (see Resources & PDF Applications).

Plans can be submitted between 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday at 2000 Alameda de las Pulgas, Suite 100, San Mateo. 

Physical submissions must include 3 sets of plans, and signed Food Program Application. For payment, you will be notified once application is processed.

For general inquiries and/or to schedule a consultation or plan check inspection, please contact:

• Jeanette Gorecho (M-F), (650) 339-4470, EH_foodplanreview@smcgov.org
• Or the main phone line at (650) 372-6200 or email EH_foodplanreview@smcgov.org

Plan review drop-in consultation hours are by appointment only, Monday through Thursday, at 2000 Alameda de las Pulgas, Suite 100, San Mateo. 

Comprehensive Guidelines for Food Facilities Construction and Plan Review
Mobile Food Plan Check Requirements
Plan Review Guidelines (short version)
Plan Review Checklist
Hood System Plan Review Requirements
Water Heater Guidelines
Ventilation Systems
Plan Review FAQs
Approved Floor Finishes