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Santa Monica Speeds Up Business Permits | Los Angeles News

Santa Monica is enhancing its business landscape, easing startup challenges amid economic difficulties. The city is now delivering faster commercial plan reviews, with first-round completions rising over forty percentage points, reaching 92.5%. A new self-certification program aims for permits to be issued within five business days, reducing approval times by up to 80%. Additionally, significant cost reductions, such as lowered wastewater charges and a 75% decrease in sidewalk dining fees, are www.TheDailyNewsNow.com This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting and…

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