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Housing Constraints Draft Housing Element 3-39 additional unit, additions or redevelopment greater than 2,500 square feet and 10 percent of the gross floor area, or increase the square footage of the second or third story.  RS-VP: new single-family home or any additions greater than 250 square feet or results in home over 4,000 square feet In summary, projects that involve the construction of new housing units are subject to an administrative process (either no site plan review or an administrative site plan review) except for new units in the RS-VP District and new large homes (over 4,000 square feet), new two-story homes, additions of new units to a two-family dwelling, and redevelopment greater than 2,500 square feet in RO, RS, and RM-40 districts. The City’s current site plan review process is not considered a constraint to housing development, but the City will continue to explore efforts to streamline development review, as specified in Program 14 of Chapter 6, Housing Plan. Conditional Use Permits A conditional use permit (CUP) is required for various uses in certain zoning districts provided they will not be detrimental to the public health, safety, and welfare and will not impair the integrity and character of the zoned district. The BZA either approves subject to conditions or denies such uses. Each application is considered on its individual merits. San Leandro has no CUP requirement for multi-family housing in the RM residential district, SA-1 through SA-3 Districts, and DA-1 through DA-6 Districts, but is required in Commercial and Professional Districts, NA-1, NA-2, and IT Districts. In addition, mixed use development does not require a CUP in the SA-1 through SA-3 Districts, or DA-1 through DA-6 Districts, but is required in Commercial and Professional Districts, NA-1, and IT Districts. Obtaining a CUP requires a noticed public hearing before the BZA. To issue a CUP, the BZA must find that:  The proposed location of the use is in accord with the objectives of the Zoning Code and the purposes of the district in which the site is located.  The proposed location of the use and conditions under which it would be operated or maintained will be consistent with the General Plan; will not be detrimental to the neighborhood; and will not be detrimental to properties or improvements in the vicinity or to the general welfare of the city.  The proposed use will comply with the provisions of the Zoning Code, including any specific conditions required for the proposed use in the district in which it would be located.  The proposed use will not create adverse impacts on traffic or create demands exceeding the capacity of public services and facilities which cannot be mitigated.25 Building Permits Building permits are required for most improvements and the fees are calculated based on the construction valuation of each project. These fees are based on the building or structure and the construction work required. The permit technicians receive and review all plans and applications that require building permits. These applications can include additions, alterations, repairs, demolitions, and new construction to buildings. They can also include removing, converting, or replacing any electrical, gas, mechanical, or plumbing system. Permit Technicians collect permit fees 25 City of San Leandro Housing Element. 2015. Available: https://www.sanleandro.org/civicax/filebank/blobdload.aspx?blobid=5207. Accessed October 28, 2021