Community Development
Planning Bureau
The Planning Bureau plays a key role in shaping Long Beach’s future development by working closely with the Mayor, City Council, developers, engineers, residents and business owners. Their mission is to balance the City's growth with the preservation of its unique character while ensuring development aligns with community values. Through collaboration and inclusive dialogue, the Planning Bureau fosters a safe, innovative and sustainable urban landscape that reflects the evolving needs of the community.
FEATURED PROGRAMS AND SERVICE UPDATES
HOW DO I . . .
APPLY FOR A PLANNING PERMIT?
Conditional Use Permit, Site Plan Review, Standards Variance
DETERMINE ZONING & PERMITTED USES?
Permitted Uses, Development and Design Standards, Zoning Districts
BUILD AN ACCESSORY DWELLING UNIT?
ADU Regulations, SB 9, Garage Conversion Standards
MAKE CHANGES TO MY HISTORIC HOME?
Historic District Guidelines, Certificate of Appropriateness
ACCESS FORMS & APPLICATIONS?
Planning Permit, Fee Schedule, Sidewalk Dining, Historic Preservation
LEARN ABOUT PLANNING INITIATIVES?
Special Studies & Reports, Zone In, Housing Element, CAAP
QUICK CONNECT
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Before getting started on a project, talk with our Planning staff to find out what planning and environmental permits may be required. Call 562.570.6194 or visit the Development Permit Center located at City Hall, 411 W. Ocean Blvd., 2nd floor.
Helpful resources:
First, we will need to determine the type of permit that is needed for your project. For more information on the different type of permits offered, click on one of the links below:
