1. Where do I start with a proposed development project?
2. Do I need Planning Division approval for my project or event?
3. What are the parking requirements for my project?
4. Do I need approval to operate a business out of my home?
5. What are the protected native plants?
6. Are there size restrictions for the sign on my commercial building?
7. How can I obtain information on whether or not my property is in a floodplain?
8. Is my property in an earthquake fault zone?

1. Where do I start with a proposed development project?

We recommend that you submit a Pre-Application form which will trigger a staff response noting preliminary conditions of approval to your project concept. It is a time saving process that will benefit the applicant and the Town of Yucca Valley. We will review your draft site plan or other proposal before you spend time and money on professionally drawn plans. We can help you reduce the time spent revising plans to meet Town standards before they go to public hearing.

2. Do I need Planning Division approval for my project or event?

Endeavors that involve development projects, signs, variances, special events, and removal of native plants all require Planning Division approval if they are to take place within Town limits. Applications can be downloaded from this site and are also available by at the Planning Division during business hours. Contact the Planning Division if you don’t know which application you should file.

3. What are the parking requirements for my project?

Parking requirements vary depending on the square footage of the proposed non-residential use or the type of residential unit(s). The parking requirements can be downloaded from this site.

4. Do I need approval to operate a business out of my home?

The Town requires that home business operators obtain a Home Occupation Permit from the Planning Division. This permit specifies any restrictions on the type and location of the business.

5. What are the protected native plants?

The Protected Native Plant Ordinance with a complete listing of protected plants is downloadable from this site and is also available by calling or visiting the Planning Division during business hours. If you need help with plant identification, please consult the Planning Division staff.

6. Are there size restrictions for the sign on my commercial building?

The sign requirements depend on the lineal footage of the building and property frontage. The sign requirements can be downloaded from this site. You need to obtain a Sign Permit and from the Planning Division and a Building Permit from Building and Safety Division.

7. How can I obtain information on whether or not my property is in a floodplain?

To determine whether or not your property is in a floodplain you can consult the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) website or you can call or visit the Planning Division which as the floor insurance rate maps (FIRM) on file.

8. Is my property in an earthquake fault zone?

The Alquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault Zoning Act was passed in 1972. The law required the State Geologist to establish regulatory zones, known as Earthquake Fault Zones (also referred to as Special Studies Zones). To determine whether or not your property is in an Earthquake Fault Zone, call or visit the Planning Division which has the Earthquake Fault Zones Map on file.