Educational Resources
We continue to learn about best practices in community development. Here are some articles and resources across a variety of related topics.
Development Process Explainer Series
Find out more about how the City Development Process works
City
Project Approval Process
Preliminary Application (Pre-App)
Where we are in the process
The applicant submits a Preliminary Application (Pre-App) to receive feedback on the project from the City and community in the early stages of design. Read more here
Formal Application
The applicant will then incorporate the Pre-App feedback and submit additional requirements as part of a formal project application for City staff and outside agency review.
CEQA Review
The project will undergo California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) review. CEQA is a state law that requires local agencies to evaluate and inform the public about a project's environmental impacts and to limit or avoid those impacts.
Public Review
At a public hearing, City staff will present a report and make their recommendation on the project. Public comments are also welcomed and heard.
City Makes Decision
The City's decision-making body will evaluate everything they have read and heard about the project and now can make their decision on the project.
- Decision actions include:
- Approve
- Postpone
- Schedule another public hearing
- Request more evaluation
- Deny
Pre-Development Phase
Project Design Process
Design
The project's owner, applicant, architect, landscape architect, engineers, general contractor, and other design professionals design the project and prepare plans for the City's review.
Planning Review
The applicant submits the design plans to the City's Planning Division for review. Once approved, the applicant can proceed to apply for building permits.
Building Review
The City's Building Division and additional regulatory agencies will review the plans in more detail, and once all conditions are met, building permits can be issued.
Next Phase:
Construction
Stay tuned for an update, where we will dive into the Construction process.
Construction Process
Pre-Construction
General Contractor (GC) obtains insurance and permits. GC works with subcontractors to procure building materials.
Site Preparation
Demolition and excavation to level the site. Temporary fencing, signage, and erosion control measures put in place.
Construction
Footings, foundation, and underground utilities installed. Structural framing, exterior shell, interiors, and landscaping built.
Occupancy
Final walkthroughs and inspections completed. Tenant improvements built-out. Certificate of Occupancy obtained. Users move in!