Community Development

Welcome to the Community Development Department


In observance of Independence Day, the Community Development Department and its Permit Center will be closed on Friday, July 4, 2025. We wish everyone a safe and happy Fourth of July!

The Long Beach Community Development Department delivers a wide variety of programs and services related to planning, building and safety, code enforcement, affordable housing, neighborhood improvement, and historic preservation to help create and maintain more safe, sustainable, and livable neighborhoods.

The Department is committed to providing an exceptional customer experience for residents, property and business owners, builders, investors, and visitors alike. Our knowledgeable and friendly staff is ready to provide guidance and walk you through our many streamlined processes to ensure the success of your project.

We look forward to working with you — and helping transform Long Beach into a model urban community where all developments and projects, from high-rise buildings to street-side tree plantings, are modern, innovative, and thoughtful.

Featured Programs and Service Updates

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News Releases

  • City of Long Beach Launches Community Survey for the Open Space and Recreation Element

    Long Beach, CA - The City of Long Beach Community Development Department, in partnership with the Department of Parks, Recreation and Marine (PRM), is seeking community input for an update to the Open Space and Recreation Element (OSR) of the Long Beach General Plan. This update will guide the future of park spaces in Long Beach to ensure they are equitable, accessible and sustainable.

City News Releases

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