Infrastructure refers to the physical support services necessary for development. At the simplest level, a road, driveway or easement of some type is…

Reviewing project applications is one of a planning commissioner’s key duties. Your local ordinances will specify certain projects that are allowed “…

The California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) is a formal process to publicly report on the possible environmental impacts of a proposed agency…

Maintaining and enhancing design quality of your community is one of your chief duties as a planning commissioner. You will be thinking about…

Transportation and circulation systems are important to the local economy and quality of life. A capable transportation system helps ensure adequate…

The general plan is the foundation for local land use planning. The general plan provides a vision for the foreseeable planning horizon—usually 20 or…