City of placerville planning

Tel: (530) 642-5252
Email: pv.planning@gmail.com
(allow 24 hours to return your call or email).

Hours of Operation

8:00am to 5:00 pm - By appointment only

The Division is responsible for following programs:

Long Range Planning & Special Studies

Develops and implements goals, policies, and action plans related to community issues such as housing, land use, resource conservation, open space, transportation, and circulation
Prepares studies to update City policies in response to changes in State law, resource availability, and community goals
Responsible for preparing and updating the state mandated General Plan
Facilitates public participation and community involvement in planning issues
Supports City Council and City Administration in addressing regional governance and planning issues

Development / Environmental Review

Reviews, analyzes, and makes recommendations on development and design proposals by private property owners and government agencies
Provides support to the City Council and Planning Commission
Administers environmental review process in compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
Provides public information and permit services at the public counter

Reviews, analyzes, and makes design review recommendations on development proposals by private and public property owners
Prepares public notices, agendas, minutes and performs cursory plan review and environmental assessments for projects subject to Planning Commission and City Council review
Prepares guidelines, ordinance amendments, and other studies for quality design standard

Zoning Ordinance Information & Enforcement