Community Development

Welcome to the Community Development Department


UPCOMING CLOSURES: The Community Development Department and its Permit Center will be closed Thursday and Friday, Nov. 27-28, 2025, in observance of Thanksgiving, and again on Thursday, Dec. 4, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. for an all-staff training. We wish everyone a joyous and healthy holiday season!

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.

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  • Long Beach to Host Community Workshop on Enhanced Density Bonus Ordinance Update

    Long Beach, CA - The City of Long Beach Community Development Department will host a community workshop to share information and gather feedback on the upcoming Enhanced Density Bonus Ordinance update. The workshop will take place Thursday, Sept. 25, 2025, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at the Long Beach Energy Resources Department Auditorium (2400 E. Spring St.).

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