The San Diego City Council is the legislative body that provides final decisions on many land use policy matters, some permit types and appeals.

The Planning Commission recommends changes in the City's General Plan and community plans, as well as recommendations on the Capital Improvements Program budget, rezonings and related land-use matters. It also has final approval on subdivisions and many permit types.

The Historical Resources Board is the appointed body with authority over historical resources within the City of San Diego. Board Subcommittees include the Archaeological and Tribal Cultural Resources Subcommittee, Design Assistance Subcommittee and the Policy Subcommittee.

The Hearing Officer presides over public hearings and acts on discretionary land use items such as permits, maps, variances and other matters in accordance with the Land Development Code.

The Technical Advisory Ad Hoc Committee advises on improvements to the development review process, using communication, technology and best business practices to reduce processing times and better serve San Diego's customers and citizens.

The CMT is a Technical Advisory Committee subcommittee that helps staff identify code sections that need updating and evaluates proposed Land Development Code amendments.

The Wetlands Advisory Board advises the Mayor, City Council and City Manager on public policy matters relating to the conservation of wetlands in the City of San Diego.

View public hearing notices to property owners, tenants, concerned citizens or interested persons on public hearings held by the City Council, Planning Commission or Hearing Officer.

Learn about CEQA. 

• Draft Documents for Public Comment - Notices and reports to concerned citizens or interested persons regarding the decision of impact findings on the environment. Not all documents may be available for viewing online. Further graphics, exhibits and attachments, such as technical reports may not be available online.
• Notices of Rights to Appeal Environmental Determinations (NORA) - Notices of environmental determinations made by City staff, the City Hearing Officer, and the City Planning Commission that may be appealed to the City Council.
• Final Documents - View the final environmental documents prepared by the City of San Diego.

The City Bulletin of Public Notices includes official advertising and notices required by City, state or federal regulations. This site provides important information about public hearings, bid and contracting opportunities, City ordinances and resolutions, and other official notices.