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Planning and development applications in California

Planning and development applications.

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In California, 58 county departments and 1 city government publish 61 official links for this service. Reviewed requirements cover availability notices (28), documents (17), processing time (4) and appointments (1). 42 counties have a page for it below.

Before you start · 2 things to check
  • Start with the jurisdiction of the property. County permit offices may serve only unincorporated areas.
  • Use the official map and confirm project requirements with the planning or building office.

1 guide with reviewed service links · Sacramento

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Sacramento County Planning

County Planning application information; confirm the applicable property and project jurisdiction.

Sacramento County Planning applications and email filing (opens in a new tab)Official instructions

For unincorporated Sacramento County, read the actual Planning application and email instructions. Accela currently processes payments and tree applications; other Planning applications use the stated in-person/email channels.

Service area: County Planning application information. Confirm jurisdiction for the property and project; incorporated-city authority is not established by this entry. Area details & sources

Most Planning applications use the specified email route

​Submittal - Unless otherwise specified, all applications should be submitted by email to planning-applications@saccounty.gov​.

Official information checked October 26, 2026 · Details & sources

Existing paid-project resubmittals go to assigned project manager

Have an active, paid project? - ​Any resubmittals and communications for active applications should be sent directly to the assigned Project Manager. Please include the project number (often beginning with PLNP or DRCP) in your email communications.

Official information checked October 26, 2026 · Details & sources

Source checked October 26, 2026

Sacramento County · Sacramento County planning application instructions and forms (opens in a new tab)

Application Forms — service-planning-application-06067

Thank you for developing in the unincorporated area of Sacramento County. (Make sure to check if you are located in this area!) Please read this page carefully before selecting an application to prevent incorrect submissions. Complete, professional, and thorough applications enable Planning staff to process the entitlement application more expeditiously.

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