Planning

Our 2024 Annual Report is out now! Check it out. 

Now the Building Permit Application Status page has been expanded to increase transparency and includes the "Reviewer's Name" and "Review due date." Access your building permit status information here.  

All applicants for residential development projects are required to utilize the online Camino Guide prior to the County accepting an application for processing. This requirement applies to all residential development applications except those eligible for EZ or over-the-counter processing.

The County of Santa Cruz is conducting a Sea Level Rise Vulnerability Assessment as part of its Local Coastal Program (LCP) specifically focused on addressing coastal hazards. Learn more about this project, check out the story map, and take th 

Environmental Planning Staff and the FireSafe Council of Santa Cruz County are here to help you create defensible space and harden your home in the face of wildfire. Visit Home Ignition  HIZ - Fire Safe Council of Santa Cruz County to discover available resources and take action today.