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Planning Division
The Planning Division focuses on planning and implementing standards that maintain the City's physical environment and quality of life. Planning is the first point of contact for homeowners, business owners and developers that are intending to construct new structures on privately-owned property. The Planning Division administers the General Plan and the Zoning Code, two documents that establish standards and regulations for physical improvements on property and also for determining what types of businesses are allowed on each property. The Planning Division functions as the professional and technical adviser to the Planning Commission and City Council on policy matters and issues concerning physical development in the City.
As development is a team effort, the Planning Division coordinates with other City Divisions and Departments such as the Building Division, Engineering Division, Public Safety Department, Fire Department and Police Department. Planning Staff assists the public in a business friendly manner while communicating the standards required by the General Plan and Zoning Code.
You will find a variety of development information on the website. If you cannot find the desired information or need further assistance in understanding requirements or process, please contact us at 626-939-8422. We are happy to assist you.
Schedule Inspection: For a planning inspection, call 626-939-8422. When scheduling a Planning Inspection, please provide the following information:
- Address of Project
- Building Permit Number(s) (e.g. B25-1234)
- Type of Inspection(s) Requested (e.g. ADU, New SFD, SFD Addition, etc.)
Please note that not all projects require a Final Planning Inspection. A Final Planning Inspection is only required if your approved plans has the following stamp on the front page:
Questions? Please contact our staff to determine how we can assist you.
Meetings
- 7 pm
- 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of every month
- West Covina City Hall
1444 West Garvey Avenue
Council Chamber
West Covina, CA 91790
Agendas & Minutes
Agendas are available prior to the meetings. Minutes are available following approval.
View Most Recent Agendas and Minutes
Members
- Livier Becerra, Chair
- Nickolas Lewis, Vice-Chair
- Dario Castellanos
- Sheena Heng
Commission members are compensated $75 per meeting attended for serving on the Planning Commission with a maximum of amount of $150 per month.
Overview
The Planning Commission holds public hearings and is the decision-making body on precise plans of design, variances, conditional use permits and tentative tract and parcel maps. The Commission serves in an advisory capacity to the City Council, making recommendations on zoning ordinances and map amendments, specific plan amendments and revisions to the General Plan which guide the growth of the City and create a better living environment.