What is MSCP and when does it affect my remodel?
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Short answer
The San Diego Multiple Species Conservation Program is a regional habitat-conservation plan covering ~900 sq mi of the county. Parcels inside designated MSCP preserve areas, canyon rims, or biological core areas trigger a Biological Resources Report and potentially a Vernal Pool Habitat Conservation Plan review before DSD issues a permit. Adds 6-16 weeks. Most in-footprint interior remodels are exempt; expansions into native habitat are not.
In detail
The San Diego Multiple Species Conservation Program is a regional habitat-conservation plan covering ~900 sq mi of the county. Parcels inside designated MSCP preserve areas, canyon rims, or biological core areas trigger a Biological Resources Report and potentially a Vernal Pool Habitat Conservation Plan review before DSD issues a permit. Adds 6-16 weeks. Most in-footprint interior remodels are exempt; expansions into native habitat are not.
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