How-to Apply for a Permit
Step 1 - Determine if you currently have a permit with San Mateo County Environmental Health Services (EHS) or if you are a new applicant.
- For existing permits, an account was created and setup for you to manage all your facilities. Check your email for login instructions.
- For new applications you will need to create an account. Visit our Community Portal to login/create an account to access the online application process.
Step 2 - Select the type of permit you want to apply for under operational, project, or event permits.
Step 3 – Submit a complete application.
- Make sure your application is complete by providing all required documents.
- Some applications may ask for additional information to fill out, upload, and submit to complete the application.
- You will be instructed within the Community Portal if additional documentation is needed. Some applications will ask you to fill out supporting documents e.g. addendums which can be found in the Supporting Documents section below organized by program.
Supporting Documents
General EHS
Body Art
Body Art Facility Infection Prevention and Control Plan Addendum
Cross Connection
CUPA (Hazardous Waste)
Food
Mobile Food Facility Commissary Addendum
Temporary Food Facility Event Coordinator Addendum
Temporary Food Event Vendor Application
Groundwater
Annual Geotechnical Drilling Permit Application
Housing
Land Use
Water Well Addendum
Septic Addendum
Land Use Certification
Septic Tank Pumping and Inspection Report
Septic Tank and Chemical Toilet Cleaners Report
Massage
Medical Waste
Pools
Pool Major Remodel Scope of Work Addendum
Pool Minor Remodel Scope of Work Addendum
Solid Waste
Water
State Small Water System Bacteriological Sample Siting Plan
Water Quality Emergency Notification Plan
Need assistance?
Call (650) 372-6200 during business hours Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. or email envhealth@smcgov.org.