• Zoning and land use regulation information such as permitted use of the site, parking, building height, setbacks and other development requirements. For Zoning information call (714) 834-5126.
• Intake point for processing discretionary land use permits such as Variances, Use Permits, Site Development Permits, Coastal Development Permits and similar permits.
• Provides information regarding pre-filing meetings. To schedule a pre-file meeting call (714) 834-4620.

NOTE: To expedite service bring in project address and Assessor's parcel number (from tax bill) or Tract and lot number of subject property.

• Initiation of all Grading and most Building permits for all types of construction in the unincorporated area of Orange County including clearances of land use requirements and verification of Worker's Compensation Insurance.
• Information on processing procedures, fees, and forms for filing of these are also provided.

Express Lane
Staff may initiate and issue permits for reroofs, Water Heaters, Forced Air Units, BBQ's, Air Conditioners, etc. including non-technical permits such as PME ancillary permits and temporary power permits at our new Express Lane(s).