If I do not enroll in the subscription program, will my insurance company cover the per-call charge?
Insurance coverage varies. Please check with your employer or insurance company.
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If I decide not to join the subscriber program, what are the charges for E.M.S. services?
Charges can range from $300 to in excess of $1,000 depending on the services provided.
Will paramedics still respond if I do not become a subscriber?
Absolutely. Paramedics will respond to all emergency calls for assistance.
I would like to set up a meeting with a planner to go over a proposal for a particular property. Who do I call?
It is best to visit the Planning Counter first, as the counter staff can provide detailed information about the City’s zoning and General Plan requirements. You can make an appointment through the Planning and Building Agency’s webpage. Another options is to call the Planning Counter at (714) 647-5804 or you can email the Planning Division … Continued
I would like to hang a banner for the grand opening of my store. Are there restrictions regarding banner signs?
Yes, a temporary sign permit is required to display a banner sign. To obtain a permit, you must complete a temporary banner sign permit application, submit it to the Planning Division for review, and pay the respective fee. The sign must be designed in accordance with all applicable temporary banner sign standards, which can be … Continued
I have my business license and my occupancy permit, and my grand opening sign is up. Now, I would like to have my permanent business sign made and installed. What do I need to do?
Before moving forward with having your sign made, you must first submit plans and an application for a sign permit. Obtaining the sign permit is a two-step process, which starts by submitting an application and plans to the Planning Division for review.
I need to install new windows in my home. Does it require a permit?
Yes, all window replacements on existing structures require a building permit. To obtain a window replacement permit you will need to provide all of the items listed on the window replacement checklist.
We would like to have a parking lot sale and want to set up a special area for that purpose. Do I need to get any kind of permission?
Yes, temporary events in the parking lot of a commercial center, such as a promotional event or sale, require issuance of a land use certificate (LUC). To obtain an LUC, you must complete the required application and submit it along with the submittal requirements listed on the application and pay the respective fee.
Historic Preservation Incentives
When a property is placed on the state or local historic register, the owners may be eligible for a certain of incentives, as described below: Information on Historic Preservation Incentives Historic Plaque Standards City Historic Restoration Loan Program
Historic Resources Commission Meetings
The Historic Resources Commission meets bimonthly (January, March, May, July, September, November) on the first Thursday of the month at 4:30 pm in City Council Chambers. Meeting Agenda Packets/Archive – Current and archival agendas, minutes, and audio files are now available via the City Clerk webpage at the link above.