Best Land Planning Authority Downey Near Me

4worldlovers: The Planning Division is responsible for reviewing proposed development for compliance with the City's Zoning Ordinance and General Plan. The Department is responsible for issuing use permits, processing entitlement applications, updating on the General Plan elements, and preparing long range planning and policy documents.

You will find a variety of information relating to on-going developments in the City and updates on current and future projects, such as, residential developments, industrial business parks and commercial centers. Also available are the various planning documents and forms you may need to file for various projects.

The City of Downey’s Draft Housing Element (2021-2029) is now available for public review and comment. You can access the document and additional information here.

The City is pleased to announce new Residential Development Standards and Design Guidelines in your neighborhood. The City Council adopted new standards on May 25, 2021, and they will take effect on June 25, 2021. The Standards can be found here at our development standards webpage, and also in the City's Zoning Code starting on June 25, 2021.

A business license is required to conduct any type of business in the City of Downey, including home occupation and temporary contractors with offices outside of Downey. Please download a Business License Application. If you are conducting a Home Occupation business within a residential zoned property, you must comply with the following rules and conditions.

4worldlovers:
The Planning Division is responsible for the long-term goals and objectives of the City’s General Plan, which serves as the City’s roadmap and guides the overall fabric of the City. Our Division reviews proposed residential, commercial, industrial, and open space development projects for consistency with the standards and policies adopted by the City. Our focus is the compatibility of design and economic viability of the City.

4worldlovers: We are celebrating the 100th anniversary of the Los Angeles County Regional Planning Commission. Learn more about our history.