Planning Forms

Planning Permit Application Form(PDF, 926KB)
Use this form for a:

• Most permits except Two-Story Permits and Minor Residential Permits (in R1 zoning districts).
• Mixed-use development applications.
• Non-residential applications.
• Fence and sign exceptions.
• Guidelines and more information regarding SB 35 projects is available online here. Contains a list of all fees charged by the Planning Department. Also contains information required by the Public Works Department for meeting the C3 requirements for water retention on site etc.

Minor Residential, Two-Story and Design Review Application(PDF, 2MB)
Use this form for a:

• Minor Residential Permit for
  • one-story encroachment into the required rear yard setback,
  • extension of a legal non-conforming wall,
  • extension of a gable end enclosing attic space with a height above 17 feet and up to 20 feet out of
    the building envelope,
  • new or expanded second story decks,
  • modifications to setback and height restrictions due to solar design
• Second Story Permit for
  • the modification of a second story,
  • the addition of a new second story, or
  • the construction of a new two story home,
  • with or without Design Review

Please note that you need to apply for a building permit with the Building Department after you receive this planning permit. Please also note that no changes to the exterior elevations should be made once your planning permit is approved without first consulting the Planning Department.\

SB 330 Preliminary Application (Housing Crisis Act)(PDF, 415KB)
SB 330 allows eligible housing development projects to submit a "preliminary application" of required materials and information. When deemed submitted, development requirements, standards, and fees are "locked in" (vested) in place at the time of determination.

Fence Approval Form(PDF, 91KB)
Use this form to obtain permission from your neighbor to build an 8-foot tall fence where a 6-foot tall fence is allowed by code.

Streamlined Projects under SB 35(PDF, 3MB)
The City Council adopted procedures for processing Streamlined Projects on September 3, 2019. Please note that the SB 35 Checklist in Resolution No. 19-113 has been updated to reflect amendments to state law by AB 1485 and is available online here: SB 35 Eligibility Checklist(PDF, 221KB).

Miscellaneous Ministerial Permit Application Package (SB 9)(PDF, 411KB)
Complete this application package for residential development under Senate Bill 9.

Urban Lot Split Application Package (SB 9)(PDF, 474KB)
Complete this application package for lot splits under Senate Bill 9.

R1 Exception Permit Application(PDF, 591KB)
Use this form for projects that require an exception to the development regulations in Chapter 19.28 (Single Family (R1) Zoning) due to odd shaped lots or particularly difficult circumstances.

Collection Facility Application Form(PDF, 131KB)
Use this form for small collection facilities and reverse vending machines.

Temporary Sign Permit Form(PDF, 119KB)
Use this form to apply for a temporary sign, banner, etc, or apply online using the Online Permit Service Portal.

Tree Removal Application Form(PDF, 321KB)
Use this form to apply for tree removals of protected trees.

Privacy Screening Materials(PDF, 61KB)
Use these informational handouts to design your privacy plant landscaping for a second story permit.

Privacy Protection Planting Waiver(PDF, 106KB)
Use this form to obtain waivers from affected neighbors if they are willing to waive the privacy protection requirements for second story permits.

Privacy Protection Landscape Affidavit(PDF, 97KB)
Use this form to get a landscape architect/arborist to vouch that you have planted the privacy trees in accordance to the requirements of the R1 Ordinance and the approved plans.

Appeal Form(PDF, 154KB)

Use this form to appeal a project. Please submit the form, along with required fees, to the City Clerk's Office.

Water Efficiency Checklist(PDF, 118KB)
Appendix A to Chapter 14.15. Use this form for your landscape project submittal. Submit only this form and landscape area calculation if your landscape area is under 2,500 s.f. If your landscape area is over 2,500 s.f., submit a complete landscape project submittal. See Chapter 14.15 - Landscape Ordinance for complete information.

C3 Impervious Surface Data Form (2023)(PDF, 895KB)
Provided by the Public Works Department, Environmental Services. Must be submitted for all projects.

AC Unit Sound Rating Worksheet(PDF, 2MB)
Use this worksheet to determine the required sound rating and setback for AC units, heat pumps, or generators to be in compliance with the City's Noise Ordinance.

Instructions for Recordation of Covenants(PDF, 94KB)
Read these carefully and follow these directions before you ask for final inspections.

Indemnification Form(PDF, 202KB) – Include this form for all application submissions.

Submitting Plans