The Division coordinates development proposals in the City. A description of the functions and membership of these commissions as well as their agendas and minutes may be found by proceeding to the Commissions and Board section of this web site. 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.
Review Historical Resource Assessment Architectural Review Special Permits Zoning Code Enforcement Information and procedural requirements for each of these services can be obtained from the Planning Division in the Permit Center. Many of the applications processed by the Planning Division staff also must be considered by other City departments and divisions. This committee is responsible to determine that certain applications are complete and to conduct any required environmental review. Project Clearance Committee meetings are held each Monday at 10 a.m. Although the meetings are intended for staff review of the responses by the various departments to the distribution of plans, applicants are encouraged to attend.