Siteplanning & Land Developement

landscapeThe Planning & Development Department (P&D) guides the physical development of the city by preserving our historic sites, planning what can be built where, and ensuring the safe construction of buildings and infrastructure. A host of advisory and governing bodies of citizens as well as elected officials provide input and oversight as the city grows, needs arise and technology changes. The process is governed through development and enforcement of the city's General Plan, Zoning Ordinance, Historic Preservation Ordinance, Phoenix Building Construction Code, and other city codes and ordinances.