Planning Permit Forms and Guidelines

Planning Permit Forms and Guidelines

Planning Project Submittal Form

Planning Project Submittal Form

Public Notices

Public Notices

Current Planning

Current Planning

Advance Planning

Advance Planning

Code Enforcement

Code Enforcement

What We Do in the Planning Division

  • Current Planning
    • Provide support to the Planning Commission, Historic Preservation Commission, and City Council
    • Review and analyze applications for Planning Permits, including design review permits, conditional use permits, sign permits, variances, and zoning permits
    • Publish Public Notices regarding City Council, Planning Commission, and Zoning Administrator hearings
    • The Community Development Director also reviews and acts upon certain permits as the Zoning Administrator
  • Advance Planning
    • Prepare and update long-range plans, including the General Plan and the Marinship Specific Plan, on an as-needed basis
    • Update and modify the City’s development regulations
    • Conduct special projects, including protection of historical resources, preparation of economic development studies
  • Code Enforcement
    • Investigate complaints regarding violations of the Municipal Code and Zoning Ordinance on private and public property, as well as the City's development regulations and permit conditions
    • Upon receipt of a complaint, contact the property and/or business owners, provide options for compliance, and if compliance is not achieved, issue a citation

Questions

  • Any questions about the Planning Division or a project related to the Planning Division may be asked during virtual and in-person public service counter hours. 
  • The Planning Division maintains files for residents, property owners, and business owners regarding land use and zoning matters, as well as property records for all parcels within the City limits.
  • Please see our Staff Directory for the contact information of individual staff members.