Melinda A. Sarjapur

Melinda Sarjapur has represented clients before the San Francisco Board of Supervisors, Planning Commission, Board of Appeals, Historic Preservation Commission, Zoning Administrator, Recreation and Park Commission, and Building Inspection Commission. She counsels clients on all facets of land use, zoning, and environmental law, and has significant experience navigating the entitlement and permitting process in San Francisco and throughout the Bay Area. Ms. Sarjapur’s projects range from large residential, office, hotel, retail, and mixed-use buildings to advising and representing homeowners and developers in small building additions. She also has significant experience with establishment of formula retail uses throughout the San Francisco.

Educational History • BA, 2001, University of Arizona • M.L.I.S, 2004, University of Rhode Island, Kingston • J.D., Highest Honors, 2012, Golden Gate University • Extern, the Honorable Justice Patricia K. Sepulveda, California Court of Appeal, First District