Planning Division

The Planning Division is responsible for the community's current and future planning needs, consistent with the General Plan (the "constitution" for the City), Development Code, and policy direction of the City Council. 

The Planning Division is responsible for long-range and current planning, housing programs, community services, and assisting with the Concord Reuse Project.

Review & Processing

The Planning Division is the central point for the review and processing of all development applications. In coordination with the other divisions within the Permit Center, the Planning Division processes ministerial permits (over-the-counter) and discretionary permits. 

Staff Members

View the staff of the Planning and Housing Division.

Planning Projects

  1. Current Project Reports - Public (PDF)
  2. Standards for Specific Uses (PDF)

Resources

  1. Fees and Charges for Various Municipal Services (PDF)
  2. Planning Division FAQ (PDF)
  3. Residential Setbacks Handout (PDF)

Maps & Plans

  1. General Plan Maps (PDF)
  2. Zoning Maps (PDF)

Design Guidelines / Handbooks

  1. Community Design Guidelines (PDF)
  2. Downtown Concord Urban Design (PDF)
  3. Market Street Auto Center Design Guidelines (PDF)
  4. North Todos Santos District Design Guidelines (PDF)
  5. Park and Shop Design Guidelines (PDF)
  6. Todos Santos Design Guidelines (PDF)
  7. Wireless Design Guidelines & Standards (PDF)