City of El Centro

Community Development Department

The Community Development Department, was established by the City Council on August 7, 2012, contains three Divisions: Building & Safety, Code Enforcement, and Planning & Zoning.  The Community Development Department is responsible for...

Frequently Asked Questions.

What is a violation? Code Enforcement administers an enforcement program that investigates and corrects violations of the City’s Municipal Codes that govern the use and maintenance of private, residential property and commericial property. Code Enforcement also...

Committees

Planning Commission The Planning Commission holds meetings on the second Tuesday of every month at 5:30 p.m. at the El Centro Council Chambers, located at 1275 W. Main Street. The Planning Commission meets to review and take action on certain planning applications and...

Monthly Project Report

To view the monthly project report for the Community Development Department – Planning & Zoning Division please choose from the list below. Monthly reports are posted for the previous completed month and will be posted the 10th of every month for your...

Planning Documents

General Plan Every city and county in California is required to adopt a comprehensive plan of their physical development. The General Plan is a set of long-term goals and policies that decision makers will use to guide growth and development and address the...