Planning Division

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Planning & Inspection

Planning Division

Telephone: (408) 615-2450 Fax: (408) 247-9857

The Planning Division is a part of the Planning and Inspection Department. The Division coordinates development proposals in the City. The services and responsibilities of the Planning Division are framed by several government codes, regulations, statutes and other procedural documents, including:

California Government Code
Public Resources Code
The City Charter
City of Santa Clara General Plan
City of Santa Clara Zoning Ordinance

Members of the Planning Division serve as staff to the following regular commissions:

Planning Commission
Historical and Landmarks Commission

A description of the functions and membership of these commissions as well as their agendas and minutes may be found by proceeding to the Board & Commissions section of this website.

Division members also act as staff to the Architectural Committee which is made up of one City Council member and two Planning Commissioners. The Committee reviews project plans for urban design, architectural, landscaping and other aesthetic considerations, generally prior to submittal of drawings for building permits. Architectural review typically encompasses projects which otherwise have met all applicable zoning requirements. Staff prepares agendas and minutes of the meetings which are generally conducted twice a month. Staff also provides assistance to local and regional airport, housing, technology, transportation and related planning efforts of interest to the City. The Division has also coordinated development of the City's first Smart Permit Information System providing online permit information to the community.

Planning Resources

Additional online resources are available to assist you with the following:

[ More Links ]

City Honored by State of California
Permit Center
Planning Application Fee Schedule
Published Papers by Art Henriques
Regulatory Barriers Clearinghouse
Smart Permit Information System