Director
This permit is for projects less than $169,122 (this value changes every year, please check with a planning staff) in value which do not require a Variance or a Fence/Retaining Wall Design Review Permit.
The process usually takes about 40 calendar days from the date the application is submitted to the end of the appeal period. Contact us before you submit your application to confirm required materials for your project.
Expedited
Expedited design review permits are for minor projects that seek to replace an existing feature with a new feature that is different in some way including, but not limited to: changes in material, function or design, or new features that are minor and have no impact on neighbors or the public.
Not all projects are eligible for expedited review. To see if your project is, review the list of eligible project types.
The process typically takes less than 2 weeks from the date a complete application is submitted. Window & Door Design Review Permit is a sub-type of Expedited Design Review specific to windows and doors.
If a project requires neighbor sign-off, you can provide it either by:
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Uploading a copy of the sign-off email or letter from the affected neighbor in the "Attachments" section of your application.
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Including a signature from the affected neighbor on the project plan submitted as part of your application.
Planning Commission
This permit is for projects more than $185,020 (this value changes every year) in value. If a project requires a variance and a DRPC, please submit this application and a separate Variance application. In addition, most built features, including fencing and ornamental structures, located in front yards are subject to review by the Planning Commission.
The Commission meets the second Monday of each month at 5 p.m. in the City Council Chambers. Your application must be submitted at least 30 days prior to the next meeting of the Planning Commission.
If an Applicant needs a list of required neighbors to notify, please contact planning staff.
Fence, wall, or site feature
This permit is reviewed by the Planning Commission and is required for any project that proposes a fence, retaining wall taller than 30 inches, wall, gate, site features (such as arbor, air conditioning units, heat pumps, hot tubs, or benches) in the 20-foot street yard setback. It is also required for projects that propose site features greater than 7 feet in the side or read setback.
If an Applicant needs a list of required neighbors to notify, please contact planning staff.
Sign
Any non-residential signs which are not permitted as a matter of right as provided in Section 17.36.040.C.1 shall require this permit and will be reviewed by thePlanning Commision. Non-residential property includes commercial properties as well as churches and private schools.
The same submittal deadlines as the DRPC permit would apply for this permit type.
Conditional use
A CUP is required for: a change in the number of dwelling units in a multiple dwelling development in Zone C, a change in existing use or a structural change relating to a commercial use in Zone D, or a proposed church/school/multiple dwelling unit/commercial use as outlined in the City's Municipal Code (Sec 17.68). If you believe your application is a minor modification, please contact planning staff.
In addition to CUP, you may also need one or more of these permits if your project proposes physical modifications, a variance or a new or modified structure: DRPC, VAR, DRD, DREX, SIGN and Building Permit.
Learn more about conditional use permits.
Variance
If a project requires both Design Review and a Variance, the Notice by Applicant can be done together for both permits.
Public facility
You cannot apply for public facility design review online. Download the public facility design review application form.