The Community Development and Planning Department is responsible for the coordination and guidance of growth and development through planning, zoning, subdivision review, parks, transporation and special districts.

COUNTY GROWTH- Adopted growth policies guide long range, non-regulatory planning and establish a broad framework for proceeding with more detailed shorter-range planning

FEE SCHEDULE- Fees collected for applications, requests, permits and other activities administered by the Community Development and Planning Department

HISTORIC PRESERVATION- This office works for the Historic Preservation Commission and collaborates with various entities in: hosting events/activities, providing information, guiding and advocating lessened impacts to historical areas, advising City and County.

PARKS AND TRANSPORTATION- Groups and standards for improving parks and transportation within our county

PERMITS- The Permitting Office was established to coordinate appointments, resources, fee transactions and County permits

PUBLIC MEETINGS- Public input is sought through a number of meetings held by various Boards, Committees and Commissions

SPECIAL DISTRICTS- Assists residents in the processes relating to Rural Improvement Districts, Water and Sewer Districts, and Fire Districts

SUBDIVISION REGULATION- The County regulates land development through a variety of technical standards designed to promote public health, safety and welfare.

ZONING- Part I (Citizen Initiated) and Part II (County Initiated) zoning is managed and established through the department's zoning administrator.

OUR MISSION
To provide high quality service, encourage public participation, improve communication, and utilize clear objectives, standards and procedures.