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Land Use & Development

Access information on zoning projects and learn how to get involved in their development.

Look up zoning projects in Berkeley and find detailed information on their current status. Consult the GIS Portal to discover zoning designations and history. Read about general and adopted plans that guide the City's development efforts. If you’re concerned about certain projects, get involved in several ways, including by attending public hearings, appealing a decision, or submitting comments. You are also encouraged to use mediation services to resolve disputes with your neighbors.

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Research Zoning Permits and Designations

Find current zoning permits. Search zoning designation, fire district, development conditions, and building permit history for a specific address or parcel number.
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Public Involvement

Take action on projects that interest or concern you. Attend hearings, write to the Zoning Adjustments Board, or file an appeal.

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General Plan and Area Plans

Download documents and subscribe to updates to Berkeley’s development plans. Help shape the policies for neighborhood projects by getting involved in current projects.

Latest News

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Oct. 3 meeting: new plaza, street design at Ashby BART station to better serve community

A redesigned Adeline Street and new plaza would create a community gathering place, including for the Berkeley Flea Market, while also improving the ability of people to safely bike, walk, and connect to transit.   

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Provide comments on the draft plan to create more housing in Berkeley

Use online tools, email, or a public meeting to give input by July 14 on how Berkeley can fulfill its state-mandated share of the region’s housing needs.

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Learn about two affordable housing buildings opening in Berkeley

Each project highlights different dynamics in building affordable housing. One targets seniors on a property owned by a church. Another uses a former City parking lot to serve a diverse set of needs that go well beyond housing. 

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Housing Survey: help shape plan to house more Berkeleyans!

Survey open through Sunday, November 14, 2021

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Boards & Commissions

Planning Commission Landmarks Preservation Commission Design Review Committee Zoning Adjustments Board

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Adopted Plans

Name Adopted Summary
General Plan

The Berkeley General Plan is a comprehensive, and long-range statement of community priorities and values developed to guide public decision-making in future years.
Downtown Area Plan

The Downtown Area Plan's vision for Downtown Berkeley preserves it vibrant character and historic resources while accommodating future residential growth within a pedestrian-friendly and transit-oriented district.
Adeline Corridor Specific Plan

The Adeline Corridor Specific Plan articulates a community vision and planning framework that will serve as a guide for the City and other public agency decision-makers, community members and other stakeholders over the next 20 years.
South Shattuck Strategic Plan

The South Shattuck Strategic Plan represents an effort on the part of the neighborhood residents and the City to address the specific economic, urban design, housing, and transportation issues of the area.