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Planning & Building Agency

The Planning and Building Agency plays a critical role in achieving the City Council's goals for the physical development of the community.

The agency's objective is to provide a safe, attractive, and business-friendly community through implementing state and local construction codes, as well as planning and regulating future land uses.

The agency is organized into four divisions and employs a professional staff of 97 full-time and 5 part-time employees.

Jay M. Trevino, Executive Director
Planning and Building Agency
20 Civic Center Plaza, Ross Annex M-20
P.O. Box 1988
Santa Ana, CA 92702

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Planning Division

The Planning Division consists of Current Planning, Regional and Advance Planning, and the Planning Counter. These sections, with other City Agencies, provide development services and long range planning that help the City achieve economic and social well-being.

Building Safety Division

The Building Division provides guidance for new construction, building permits and plancheck, as well as inspections. This division is responsible for building safety within the City.

Community Preservation/Code Enforcement Division

The Community Preservation Division's purpose is to improve neighborhoods through personalized neighborhood contact, code requirement education, responsive and dedicated personnel, fair enforcement of laws, and innovative processes.