The Division is primarily responsible for the implementation of the City's General Plan, the Subdivision Map Act and the California Environmental Quality Act within the Planning Area. The Division coordinates its efforts with the participation of other City Departments and affected outside agencies, in order to be responsive to the development needs of our residents.

The City's Planning Division oversees a variety of activities including the review of land use proposals, including environmental assessment and mitigation; preparation of plans, policies, resolutions and ordinances implementing the General Plan; annexation of unincorporated areas within the City's Planning Area; administration of the City's Mobile Home Rent Stabilization Ordinance; implementation of the Signage Task Force program; and coordination with other jurisdictions and agencies on local and regional planning issues.