COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
DESCRIPTION: Community Development is comprised of three divisions, the Planning Division, the Building Division, and the Economic Development Division. Other Community Development activities including Code Enforcement, Community Development Block Grant administration, and Affordable Housing, which operate across the divisions. The Planning Division provides guidance on land use, development standards, environmental review, and historic preservation to shape Tustin’s future. Current Planning assists the public with zoning and permit inquiries, reviews development applications for consistency with the Zoning Code and General Plan, coordinates project review, and implements the Historic Preservation Program. Advance Planning focuses on long-range policy, including General Plan updates, environmental analysis, housing and demographic data, regional coordination, and Zoning Code amendments. The Division also leads the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program, supports City Council and Planning Commission with technical analysis, and facilitates public outreach and hearings to guide informed, sustainable growth. The Building Division ensures safe construction and lawful property use through enforcement of the California Building Standards Code and Tustin City Code, supporting community safety, property values, and economic vitality. Services include plan check, permitting, and building inspections to ensure compliance with structural, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, energy, and green building standards. Code Enforcement assists the community in making sure properties and activities within Tustin meet the adopted standards of the Tustin City Code. The Division also works collaboratively with other departments and agencies to maintain property conditions and meet environmental requirements. Through ongoing process improvements and digital tools such as online permitting and virtual plan check, the Division delivers efficient, transparent, and accessible service to residents, contractors, and developers. The Economic Development Division (EDD) supports a strong business climate and advances long-term economic growth through strategic programs, partnerships, and targeted outreach. EDD delivers hands-on business support through its four core initiatives: Visitation, City Scope, Concierge, and Business Spotlight, which was recognized with a 2026 CALED Merit of Excellence Award. The Division strengthens partnerships with organizations such as the Tustin Chamber of Commerce, Saddleback College, Tustin Community Foundation, and OC Workforce to expand access to training, internships, and resources, including a growing internship pipeline. EDD also leads business-focused communications and placemaking efforts, including activation of Old Town through parklets, events, and pop-ups, while working to attract and retain businesses and revitalize key commercial areas.
PLANNING DIVISION
TASKS:
Advance Planning Lead long-range planning and policy (General Plan updates, zoning amendments) Conduct environmental review and demographic/housing analysis Coordinate regionally on transportation and air quality (e.g., SCAG, OCCOG) Advance process improvements through Streamline Tustin Implement special projects and initiatives Administer the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program Current Planning Manage day-to-day development activity Assist the public with zoning and development standards Review applications and permits for consistency with the Zoning Code and General Plan
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