
City Planning
15 postsWhat is the role of Planning Department in a City and how it controls the development of every lot in its jurisdiction



Does the Planning Department issue permits?
No. The Department of Buildings Inspection (DBI) issues permits, which the Planning Department planners review for compliance with the Planning Code....
What are Urban Design Guidelines?
The Urban Design Guidelines are an implementation document for Urban Design Policy in the General Plan. Sites in National Register, California Register, Article 10 and Article 11 Historic...
What are HOME-SF Design Guidelines?
The Affordable Housing Bonus Program (AHBP) design guidelines could be applied to projects in San Francisco that utilize the HOME-SF density bonus program to clarify how projects shall...
What are Residential Design Guidelines?
The Residential Design Guidelines articulate expectations regarding the character of the built environment and are intended to promote design that will protect neighborhood character, enhancing the attractiveness and...