Active Planning Applications
Projects currently under review by the Planning Division.
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Environmental Documents
CEQA documents and environmental review materials.
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Handouts & Forms
Applications, submittal checklists, and informational handouts.
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Planning Documents
General Plan, Zoning Ordinance, Local Coastal Program, and other regulatory documents.
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Planning Permits
Permit types administered by the Planning Division and how to apply.
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State Planning Laws
State laws that affect how the City reviews planning applications.
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Announcements

Our counter services will be closed on the afternoon of July 30, 2026.

Our counter services will be closed on August 5, 2026 and August 6, 2026.

Counter Services

Planning staff are available to assist with your development project during office hours. Because our team is small, we encourage you to contact us in advance at PlanningDivision@pacifica.gov to schedule an appointment and ensure a planner is available to meet with you. Walk-ins are welcome, though availability cannot be guaranteed.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission holds regular public hearings to act on discretionary planning applications. You can view upcoming hearings using the City's Meeting Portal.

The following resources provide information on past hearings.

Zoning Administrator

The Zoning Administrator holds public hearings to act on certain planning applications.