Santa Clara County Parks

Oakland Planning and Zoning Division is comprised of zoning, major projects and strategic planning. The division focuses on processing development permits and carries out planning processes. It has processed more than 1,200 development permits and answered for over 19,500 telephone inquiries. The division has assisted nearly 15,000 counter visits and specializes in updating the Oakland Planning Code. It staffs project, zoning and strategic planning managers. Located in Oakland, Calif., Oakland Planning and Zoning Division is a part of the City of Oakland, which also operates historic preservation, economic development, information technology, public works and human resource departments. The City of Oakland offers design and construction services.

The Planning Division, located in Stockton, Calif., is responsible for the effectuation of the general plan through the administration of the zoning code, municipal ordinances and the California Environmental Quality Act. The division s staff supports the planning commission and city council on planning matters. It is a part of the community development department, which establishes policies and goals to provide for the growth of the community and promotion and preservation of architecturally and historically significant resources. The community development department directs and coordinates the activities of the building and planning divisions to ensure that applicable codes and laws are implemented and the directives of the city council and city manager are carried out.