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Planning
The mission of the Planning Division is to maintain the integrity of the General Plan and aid in the development of a community that benefits all residents, while balancing public and private interests. The City utilizes planning to ensure that land and resources are used in rational, efficient, and fair ways that are both socially and economically desirable in order to promote a higher quality of life for its residents. The Planning Division is responsible for developing Long Range Planning policies and reviewing Current Planning applications for adherence to the Porterville Development Ordinance within the City of Porterville Planning Area. 

 

Project Review Committee (PRC)
PRC provides a preliminary meeting with developers and applicants to evaluate project proposals. The Project Review Committee is made up representatives from each City Department and meets weekly to review certain projects prior to formal submittal. 
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Tulare Region Multi-Jurisdiction Housing Element
The City of Porterville is collaborating with the Tulare County Area Governments (TCAG) to welcome input from our community. Your insights will help identify the region’s housing needs and priorities and create an 8-year plan for housing development and policies.

Community Survey: A Community Survey was completed on March 13, 2023.

Community Workshop: A Community Workshop will be held in the months to come. For additional information about the Housing Element, please visit bit.ly/40tWcKY.

Questions? Please contact planning@ci.porterville.ca.us.

Project Announcement: City of Porterville Development Code Update
The City of Porterville has initiated a comprehensive update to the City’s Development Code. Goals of the update are to create a more user-friendly document, streamline project review, and eliminate inconsistency in the regulations. The update will also ensure the City’s regulations are consistent with State law.

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Environmental Documents
Environmental review documents, including current project documents (Notice of Intent and Initial Studies) that are available for public review and comments. 
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Accessory Dwelling Units
Go to this page for more information on ADU's.
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For more information please contact the Planning Division at:

291 North Main Street
Porterville, CA 93257
Phone: (559) 782-7460
Fax: (559) 781-6437
Email: planning@ci.porterville.ca.us