Development Services
Welcome to the Long Beach Development Services Department
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
How Do I . . .
Apply for a Building Permit?
Building Permits, Plan Check Status, Building Code
Schedule an Inspection?
Building Inspections, Inspection Status, Report a Construction Site Issue
Find Planning & Zoning Information?
Zoning Information, Land Use Entitlements, ADUs, SB 9, Historic Preservation
Access Housing Resources?
Affordable Rental Housing, Homebuyer Programs, Home Improvement
Improve My Neighborhood?
Neighborhood Leadership Program, Tree Plantings, Street Clean-Ups
Report a Code Violation?
Code Enforcement, PRHIP, Short-Term Rentals, Garage Resale Program
STAY INFORMED: LATEST NEWS
Draft Subdivision Ordinance Available for Review
The City of Long Beach is updating guidance and procedures for the design and improvement of various types of land divisions in the city and wants your input!
Provide Input on the City's Action Plan for Federal Funding
Provide comments on the City's 2023-2024 Action Plan at a public hearing conducted by The Long Beach Community Investment Company on June 21, 2023, at 4 p.m.
Share Your Thoughts on an Effort to Activate Vacant Storefronts!
Learn about an effort to activate storefronts with a Zoning Code Update that will ease parking requirements for certain businesses.
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