Before You Apply


P&D application forms are available at the public counters at our South and North County offices, or by calling our main numbers. Each application is customized for your project. You tell us what you intend to do, and we will prepare a packet with the proper information. For most projects this will include:

Submittal Requirements: Usually plans, maps, photos.

Plan & Map Requirements: Review these carefully before you prepare plans and maps for submittal.

The Application Form: Either a short or a long version. The long version includes additional submittal requirements; both ask for a description of your project.

Supplemental Information Requests: As applicable, for agricultural activities, housing, hazardous materials, greenhouses, Mission Canyon area projects, and trailers, mobile homes, and 2nd residential units.

As you can see, the more complex your request, the more complex the application packet. If you need assistance with your application, have questions about requirements or about the permit history of your property, please call our Application Coordinator. She is here to help you fill out your application and will be the person who reviews your application to ensure your submittal is complete when you turn it in. When you turn in your application you will also need to pay fees for P&D and other department review. Some applications require payment of a "fixed" fee. Others require a deposit. If you pay a deposit, your planner will give you an estimate of total costs for processing within 30 days of your submittal. Please read further and see P&D's handout Questions and Answers about Fees and Billing for more information.


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