City of Garden Grove

Community Development Department

The City of Garden Grove Community Development Department offers a broad spectrum of services to the community. The Community Development Department also manages, reviews, and approves development plans for all properties located within our City boundaries. There are three divisions in the department: Building Services Division, Planning Services Division, and Housing & Neighborhood Services Division.

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Building Services

The Building Services Division is responsible for the application and administration of State and local building regulations. These minimum standards are designed to safeguard life, health, property, and the public welfare by regulating and controlling the design and construction of all buildings and structures within the City of Garden Grove.

Forms, Applications, and Handouts

You may access many of the Community Development forms, applications, and other handouts on this page.

Planning Division

The Planning Division is responsible for administering the City's zoning and land use codes. The City's land use regulations are intended to create a positive business and living environment while preserving and enhancing the appearance of the City.

Housing Authority

The Garden Grove Housing Authority operates under federal grants received from the Department of Housing and Urban Development to provide rental subsidies to low-income families. The program assists over 2,300 families with their monthly rent.

Office Hours

Community Development Department

Building Services

Forms, Applications, and Handouts

Planning Division

Housing Authority