About Community Development

DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION

The Community Development Department is comprised of five (5) divisions : Planning, Building, Housing, Economic Development, and Code Enforcement. The Department's primary roles include the day to day administration of the City's land use regulations, building permit review of conformance with zoning regulations, rehabilitation and creation of affordable housing, creation of a vibrant and stable local business community, and ensuring compliance with the Zoning Code and other City and state regulations. The department partners with other departments and agencies to stimulate economic growth, create new jobs and plan for long-term development in the city.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Planning- administer and implement the City's planning and land use functions
Building – ensure safe construction of buildings
Housing – administer housing programs which includes First Time Homebuyer and Homeowner Rehabilitation Programs
Economic Development – promote access to economic opportunities
Code Enforcement – promote a safe and blight-free community by addressing substandard housing, unauthorized land and building uses, zoning violations, un-permitted work, and other Health and Safety code violations

BLUE RECYCLE CONTAINER

WHAT IS THE BLUE CONTAINER TO BE USED FOR?

The blue container for recyclable items is for disposing glass jars and bottles, plastic jars and bottles, metal and aluminum cans, and all clean paper. View a list of items you can and can't recycle. Do not place clothes in your recycling cart or leave large bags of clothes on the curb as Republic Services will not pick them up. Take them to a charity or Goodwill collection site. (Download a list of items accepted/not accepted by Goodwill). Local donation centers include:

The Salvation Army, 1010 East Main Street, Alhambra, call 626-281-2100 or 1-800-SA-TRUCK
Vietnam Veterans of America, call 1-800-775-VETS or 1-800-775-8387
Goodwill Pasadena Donation Center, 112 East California Boulevard, Pasadena, call 626-449-3721