Development Services

The City of Long Beach Department of Development Services (City) announces the availability of approximately $1.1 million in HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME) funds to be awarded to qualified housing development companies. 

The City of Long Beach Department of Development Services (City) announces the availability of approximately $4 million in HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME) funds to be awarded to qualified housing development companies.

The Applicant for the 1320 Atlantic Ave./Poly Plaza project and the 739 E. Anaheim St./Anaheim Plaza project has requested the postponement of the Planning Commission’s public hearing and consideration of the applicant’s proposed projects.

The 15-day public comment period for reviewing the City of Long Beach 2017-2018 Draft Consolidated Annual Performance Report (CAPER) on activities and programs funded by the Housing and HUD...

The Long Beach Short-Term Rentals (STR) FAQs respond to some common questions on the proposed short-term rental ordinance.

The City is developing a proposed inclusionary housing policy to create housing options for residents at various income levels.

Thinking about putting up lights and other décor on your home for the holidays? Choosing the right ladder for the job and ensuring proper set up can help avoid injury.

The City announces the availability of approximately $451,676 in HOME Partnerships Program (HOME) funds to be allocated to established Community Housing Development Organizations (CHDOs).

The City is preparing Historic District Design Guidelines to provide information on the types of alterations that are permitted under City regulations.

The City of Long Beach is preparing the Globemaster Corridor Specific Plan, and we want to hear from you on this important effort!

Beginning on January 1, 2020, Long Beach Development Services (LBDS) is required by State law to enforce the 2019 Edition of California Building Standards Codes (a.k.a., Title 24 of the California Codes of Regulations).

On Tuesday, August 28, Mayor Robert Garcia, in partnership with the Long Beach Business Journal, gave a presentation on the City’s record level of new development and construction activity currently underway.

As a homeowner or property owner in Long Beach, the decision to install a fence on your property can offer many benefits, including added privacy and security, aesthetic value, and convenience.

The City of Long Beach is in the process of developing the Uptown Planning Land Use and Neighborhood Strategy (UPLAN), and you’re invited to get involved and participate in two upcoming activities.

We are proud to present the Neighborhood Leadership Program (NLP) Class of 2018!

The City of Long Beach will begin to host a series of community events, as part of the process of developing the Uptown Planning Land Use and Neighborhood Strategy (UPLAN).

The City is in the process of developing a short-term rental (STR) ordinance, and we want to hear from the community on this important effort.

Long Beach is preparing the Globemaster Corridor Specific Plan, and you’re invited to participate and provide input.

The City is developing its first-ever Climate Action and Adaptation Plan (CAAP), and we want you to be a part of the process.

Long Beach is beginning the process of developing a proposed short-term rental (STR) ordinance which will establish regulations for operating STRs, or vacation rentals, within the City.

Open house will feature information on CAAP, interactive ways for the public to provide feedback, family-friendly activities, and light refreshments.

Development Services is pleased to share the 2017 Annual Report Trilogy...

We are proud to recognize the 37th annual Building Safety Month alongside the International Code Council and its 64,000 members worldwide.

The City of Long Beach is beginning the process of developing a proposed short-term rental (STR) ordinance...

The Oversight Board of the City of Long Beach as the Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency of the City of Long Beach Special Meeting Agenda of April 23, 2018 at 2:30 p.m. is now available.

The City is preparing Historic District Design Guidelines to provide information on the types of alterations that are permitted under City regulations.

Congratulations to our Planning Bureau Manager, Linda F. Tatum, on being selected for induction into the American Planning Association American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) College of Fellows.

On Wednesday, April 18, 2018 at 4:00 PM, The Long Beach Community Investment Company (CIC) will conduct a Public Hearing...

Linda F. Tatum, FAICP, is the City’s newly appointed Director of Development Services!

Listen up, Long Beach! The updated Noise Element Existing Conditions Report is now available.

The City of Long Beach is conducting a survey on parking within the Downtown Long Beach and Alamitos Beach communities, and we want to hear from you!

We’re kicking off preparation of the Globemaster Corridor Specific Plan (Plan), and we want to hear from you on this important planning project!

We are now accepting applications for the 2018 Mills Act Property Tax Abatement Program (Mills Act).

The revised Land Use Element (LUE) maps are now available for community review. These updated maps reflect an additional density reduction of 98 acres from the previous maps.