The Special Development Standards are an integral part of the building permit process. This process is called the “site plan review.” A formal public hearing is not required. These development standards are required for projects in the listed zoning districts and are reviewed by the County during the grading or building permit approval process and…

A site plan must contain the following information: Topographic information (when deemed necessary by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department) Location of all existing structures Location of all proposed structures Location and dimensions of all driveways, maneuvering areas and parking areas Location of trash receptacles Distance between property line and centerline of the…

The Kern County Zoning Ordinance regulates the use of private property. It lists certain allowed uses according to the zoning of the property. Zoning districts that allow construction of multifamily dwelling units, (R-2, R 3), commercial uses, (CO, C-1, C-2, CH) or industrial uses, (M-1, M-2, and M-3) are subject to the Special Development Standards…

A site plan should be included with the building or grading permit and will be routed to the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for review and approval. The Special Development Standards review is conducted automatically by Department Staff whenever an application for a grading or building permit is made on property with the…

It is important to note that not all of the development standards are required for every project. During the “plan check” process of the building permit or grading permit, a planner will review the plans for compliance with the Zoning Ordinance. The Special Development Standards are only required in the herein listed zoning districts. However,…