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Development Center

At the Development Center, City staff from our Fire, Public Works, Building, Planning, and Utilities departments work together professionally and promptly to monitor code compliance and enhance the quality of development projects throughout the community.

Notice: Building Permit applications will only be accepted from 8:00 – 11:45. We apologize for any inconvenience.

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2010 Census: It’s in Our Hands!
The 2010 Census helps communities receive over $400 billion in federal funds and determines the number of seats our state has in the U.S. House of Representatives.

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New ! Automated Inspection Scheduling System (IVR)
On November 2, 2009 the Building Division launched an automated inspection scheduling system that allows contractors to schedule, modify, and check building inspection results.
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Revised Permit Submittal Requirements for Properties in the Special Flood Hazard Area
Effective May 18, 2009, a new Flood Insurance Rate Map will take effect, resulting in revised permit submittal requirements.
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Wildfire High-Risk Areas - New Regulations and Assistance
Information and assistance for meeting new requirements for fire-resistant construction in areas at high risk for wildfires.
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2007 California Code Adoption Ordinances Available Online
View the 2007 California Codes as adopted by the City of Palo Alto
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Development Center Contact Information
Contact information for the departments of the Development Center, and whom to call for various types of information.
( development center home page )
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Planning and Transportation Issues of Interest - November 2009
A monthly update of recent actions and the current status of planning and transportation projects and issues
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Development Center
Find the answers to many questions about the Palo Alto Development Center.
( visit the development center home page )
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Getting Started with Construction
On this page you will find some basic information regarding construction regulations in Palo Alto.
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Development Reports
Periodic reports on development in Palo Alto.
Demolition Permits Issued - 10/21
Item Dated: 10/29/2009
New Planning Applications - 10/27
Item Dated: 10/29/2009
Demolition Permits Issued - 10/02
Item Dated: 10/05/2009
New Planning Applications - 09/30
Item Dated: 10/05/2009
Building Permit Activity - August 2009
Item Dated: 09/01/2009
New Building Permits over $250,000 - August 2009
Item Dated: 09/01/2009
Demolition Permits Issued - 08/17
Item Dated: 08/18/2009
New Planning Applications - 08/17
Item Dated: 08/18/2009
Demolition Permits Issued - 07/09
Item Dated: 07/16/2009
New Planning Applications - 07/13
Item Dated: 07/16/2009
Demolition Permits Issued - 6/30
Item Dated: 07/01/2009
New Planning Applications - 06/28
Item Dated: 07/01/2009
New Planning Applications - 06/21
Item Dated: 06/23/2009
Demolition Permits Issued - 05/27
Item Dated: 06/01/2009
New Planning Applications - 05/05 to 06/01
Item Dated: 06/01/2009
Demolition Permits Issued - 05/04
Item Dated: 05/08/2009
New Planning Applications - 05/04
Item Dated: 05/08/2009
Demolition Permits Issued - 04/28
Item Dated: 04/30/2009
New Planning Applications - 04/28
Item Dated: 04/30/2009
Demolition Permits Issues - 04/07
Item Dated: 04/08/2009
New Planning Applications - 04/06
Item Dated: 04/08/2009
Demolition Permits Issues - 03/01
Item Dated: 03/24/2009
New Planning Applications - 03/23
Item Dated: 03/24/2009
Demolition Permits Issued - 01/01/09
Item Dated: 03/16/2009
New Demolition Permits Issued - 01/09
Item Dated: 03/16/2009
New Planning Applications - 03/02
Item Dated: 03/16/2009
New Planning Applications - 03/16
Item Dated: 03/16/2009
New Planning Applications - 2/16
Item Dated: 02/17/2009
New Planning Applications - 01/07-01/26
Item Dated: 01/27/2009
Demolition Permits Issued - 12/18
Item Dated: 01/13/2009
New Planning Applications - 01/06
Item Dated: 01/13/2009
New Planning Applications - 12/22
Item Dated: 01/07/2009
Demolition Permits Issued - 11/25
Item Dated: 12/09/2008
New Planning Applications - 11/25
Item Dated: 12/09/2008
Demolition Permits Issued - 11/17
Item Dated: 12/02/2008
New Planning Applications - 11/18
Item Dated: 12/02/2008
Demolition Permits Issues - 11/14
Item Dated: 11/20/2008
New Planning Applications - 11/11
Item Dated: 11/20/2008
New Planning Applications - 11/04
Item Dated: 11/13/2008
Demolition Permits Issued - 10/01-10/30
Item Dated: 11/04/2008
New Planning Applications - 10/28
Item Dated: 11/04/2008
New Planning Applications - 10/21
Item Dated: 10/30/2008
New Planning Applications - 10/14
Item Dated: 10/21/2008
Demolition Permits Issued - 09/30
Item Dated: 10/14/2008
New Planning Applications - 10/07
Item Dated: 10/14/2008
Demolition Permits Issued - 09/23
Item Dated: 10/06/2008
New Planning Applications - 09/23
Item Dated: 10/06/2008
New Planning Applications - 09/30
Item Dated: 10/06/2008
Demolition Permits Issued - 09/15
Item Dated: 09/26/2008
New Planning Applications - 09/15
Item Dated: 09/26/2008
New Planning Applications - 09/08
Item Dated: 09/16/2008
New Planning Applications - 08/05
Item Dated: 09/12/2008
Demolition Permits Issued - 08/18
Item Dated: 09/11/2008
New Planning Applications - 09/01
Item Dated: 09/11/2008
Demolition Permits Issued - 08/11
Item Dated: 09/02/2008
New Planning Applications - 08/25
Item Dated: 09/02/2008
New Planning Applications - 08/18
Item Dated: 08/18/2008
New Planning Applications - 08/11
Item Dated: 08/11/2008
Demolition Permits Issues - 07/28
Item Dated: 08/07/2008
New Planning Applications - 07/28
Item Dated: 08/07/2008
Demolition Permits Issued - July 28, 2008
Item Dated: 07/28/2008
New Planning Applications - 7/29
Item Dated: 07/28/2008
New Planning Applications - 6/23
Item Dated: 06/23/2008
Demolition Permits Issued - 6/16
Item Dated: 06/16/2008
New Planning Applications - 6/16
Item Dated: 06/16/2008
Demolition Permits Issued - 6/9
Item Dated: 06/09/2008
New Planning Applications - 6/9
Item Dated: 06/09/2008
Demolition Permits Issued - 6/2
Item Dated: 06/02/2008
2007 Codes
2007 California Electrical Code
Item Dated: 06/10/2008
2007 California Energy Code
Item Dated: 06/10/2008
2007 California Mechanical Code
Item Dated: 06/10/2008
2007 California Plumbing Code
Item Dated: 06/10/2008
2007 California Building Codes
Item Dated: 01/17/2008
2007 California Fire Codes
Item Dated: 01/17/2008
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