San Carlos, CA

Community Development

Community Development manages future development in the city to ensure high quality of life, safety, and economic viability for the entire community. Through the coordination of current and long-range planning, economic development, housing programs, plan review processes, permit issuance, inspection services, and administration of the appropriate City ordinances, the Department preserves neighborhood character and enhances the community’s quality of life within the context of the City's General Plan.

Building

The Building Division assists customers with the permitting process and procedures, reviews applications for compliance with local regulations and policies, as well as federal and state laws and codes. The division also conducts inspections and enforces the municipal code.

Building

Economic Development

Economic Development seeks to grow the local economy, increase the City’s tax revenue base, and create more jobs by facilitating and encouraging business growth, real estate development, and recognition of San Carlos as a great place to live, work, play, and learn.

Economic Development

Housing

Housing ensures that safe, healthy, and affordable housing is available in San Carlos regardless of income by encouraging and facilitating new development or rehabilitation of units priced for low to moderate income households.
 
Housing

Planning

The Planning Division has two sections – Current Planning and Advance Planning. Current Planning is responsible for reviewing development applications (both large-scale and smaller-scale) and responding to zoning and other questions. Advance Planning is responsible for planning for the long-term growth and vibrancy of San Carlos. Both sections are dedicated to an inclusive, safe, and thriving San Carlos.

Planning

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