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Receive a presentation from the Housing and Community Development Department and conduct a workshop on its planning and construction permit process, staffing, and permit streamlining efforts.
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RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the Board of Supervisors:
a. Find that the presentation and workshop is not a “project” under the California Environmental Quality Act;
b. Receive a presentation from the Housing and Community Development Department and conduct a workshop on its planning and construction permit process, staffing, and permit streamlining efforts; and
c. Provide direction, as appropriate.
SUMMARY:
The Housing and Community Development Department (HCD) within the County of Monterey is tasked to oversee the development and implementation of policies and regulations concerning land use planning, building, code compliance, and housing. HCD includes but is not limited to divisions for planning services, development services, and permit center operations. HCD specifically provides the following services in connection with its programs and activities
1. Regional and local planning in coordination with the State, and local cities and special districts;
2. Stewardship of the County's natural resources to protect the health, welfare, and safety of the public; and
3. Streamlined delivery of land use services that provide a predictable permitting process that balances the public interest with private property rights.
HCD is grateful for the opportunity to present information to the Board of Supervisors and the public on activities and services provided by HCD. The presentation will include an overview of the planning and construction permit processes, HCD staffing and organization, and contemplated changes and streamlining efforts that are intended to improve services. This presentation provides an opportunity for the Board to provide direction on HCD services and activities. Although HCD has many other functions, this presentation and workshop a...
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