Community Development
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Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Lakewood City Hall is currently closed for in-person assistance. To help ensure the safety of our visitors and employees, we encourage you to use our online services at the links below: If you have any questions regarding Building and Safety services, please call 562-866-9771 extension 2350 between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. on normal business days. We appreciate your patience and cooperation during these challenging times. 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. 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 Calendar - City hall is open every other Friday All other divisions |
Department Telephone Numbers: Building and Safety Building and Safety Planning and Zoning Code Enforcement Geographical Information Systems (GIS) Housing Fair Housing Economic Development |
