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The Community Development Department is located at Lakewood City Hall and includes the following divisions:
Building and Safety - Protects the public health and safety through implementation of the building, plumbing, electrical, green, residential, and mechanical codes by issuing permits and conducting inspections.
Planning and Zoning - Plans, coordinates, and monitors growth and development of the city utilizing the General Plan and the Zoning Code. Ensures projects comply with the California Environmental Quality Act and other planning related laws.
Code Enforcement/Neighborhood Preservation – Preserves and improves the aesthetic and environmental quality of the city.
Fair Housing - Provides information on fair housing laws and offers counseling to eligible residents in the areas of housing and tenant/landlord disputes.
Geographical Information Systems (GIS) - Provides GIS products and services to all city departments.
Housing - Provides and manages affordable housing and rehabilitation programs for Lakewood residents.
Economic Development - Seeks to preserve and enhance the economic climate in Lakewood’s commercial zones.
Public Counter Hours
Building and Safety
Building Inspectors: 7:00 a.m. to 8:30 a.m.
Building Plan Check: 7:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Calendar - City hall is open every other Friday
All other divisions
Monday - Thursday: 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Friday: 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Calendar - City hall is open every other Friday
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Department Telephone Numbers:
Building and Safety
Building Permits and Inspections
562-866-9771, extension 2350
Planning and Zoning
General Information, Zoning Clearances
562-866-9771, extension 2341
Code Enforcement
Property Maintenance, Public Nuisances
562-866-9771, extension 2140
Geographical Information Systems (GIS)
Digital Mapping & Analysis
562-866-9771, extension 2346
Housing
Home Improvement Loans & Grants
562-866-9771, extension 2320
Fair Housing
Tenant/Landlord Disputes
562-866-9771, extension 2323
Economic Development
Lakewood Business Loan Program
562-866-9771, extension 2302
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