General Questions:
For general questions related to planning, zoning, and application filing, contact the Public Counter by email at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or by calling one of the phone numbers listed below.
When calling or emailing, please have the property’s Assessor Parcel Number (APN) or address ready and provide a brief description of the information you’re seeking.
Discretionary Permits: To submit a Conditional Use Permit, Planned Development Permit, Subdivision Application, or other Discretionary Permit Applications contact Planning Counter staff for an appointment at (805) 654-2488.
Ayuda en Español: (805) 654-2451
Planning and Zoning Information: The counter is open to the public from 8 AM to 2 PM, Monday through Friday. Inquiries can also be directed to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or the phone numbers below.
(805) 654-2488 or (805) 654-2451
More information on the public counter services in the Planning Division can be found here.
Office Location:
Ventura County Government Center
Administration Building - 3rd Floor
800 S. Victoria Avenue
Ventura, CA 93009
Planning Division Mailing Address:
County of Ventura
Resource Management Agency
Planning Division
800 S. Victoria Avenue #1740
Ventura, CA 93009-1740
To Contact Us Regarding:
| Accessory Dwelling Units/ Second Dwelling Units | Planning Public Counter Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. |
654-2488 |
| Application Submittal | Planning Public Counter Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. |
654-2451 |
| Building Permits (Ventura Office) |
Building and Safety | 654-2771 |
| Building Permits (East County) |
Building and Safety | 582-8064 |
| Business License | Tax Collector | 654-2653 |
| Census/Demographic Data | Planning Division | 650-4047 |
| Code Enforcement Complaints | Code Compliance Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. |
654-2788 |
| Condition Compliance | Planning Division Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. |
654-2469 |
| Conditional Certificates of Compliance | Planning Division Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. |
654-2488 |
| Conditional Use Permits | Planning Public Counter Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. |
654-2488 |
| Demolition Permits | Building and Safety | 654-2771 |
| Development Review Committee | Planning Division Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. |
654-2468 |
| Encroachment Permits | Public Works Agency | 654-2077 |
| Film Permits | Planning Division Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. |
654-2457 |
| Flood Zone Information | Watershed Protection District | 654-2001 |
| General Plan Amendments | Planning Public Counter Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. |
654-2488 |
| GIS Mapping Requests | GIS Division Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. |
654-3624 |
| Historic Preservation/Cultural Heritage Board | Planning Division Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. |
654-5042 |
| Home Occupation Permits (Home Business) | Planning Public Counter Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. |
654-2488 |
| Housing Programs (General Plan Related only) |
Planning Division | 654-2495 |
| Internships | Planning Division | 654-2464 |
| Lake Sherwood Development | Planning Public Counter Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. |
654-2488 |
| Land Conservation Act Contracts (LCA) | Planning Division Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. |
654-2467 |
| Lot Line Adjustments | Planning Public Counter Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. |
654-2488 |
| Mining Reclamation (SMARA) |
Planning Division Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. |
654-2497 |
| Mobile Home Park Rent Review Board | Planning Division Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. |
654-5042 |
| Oil & Gas Program/Sand and Gravel Quarries | Planning Division Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. |
654-2497 |
| Parcel Map Waivers | Planning Public Counter Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. |
654-2488 |
| Patio Covers | Planning Public Counter Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. |
654-2488 |
| Planned Development Permits | Planning Public Counter Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. |
654-2488 |
| Residential Additions | Planning Public Counter Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. |
654-2451 |
| Septic Tanks | Environmental Health Division | 654-2813 |
| Setback Regulations | Planning Public Counter Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. |
654-2488 |
| Sign Permits | Planning Public Counter Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. |
654-2451 |
| Solar Panel | Permits Planning Public Counter Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. |
654-2488 |
| Subdivisions | Planning Public Counter Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. |
654-2488 |
| Surveys | County Surveyor Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. |
654-2068 |
| Tree Permits | Planning Public Counter Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. |
654-2451 |
| Variances | Planning Public Counter Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. |
654-2488 |
| Zoning Information | Planning Public Counter Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. |
654-2488 |
How Are We Doing?
The Planning Division welcomes your comments regarding our customer service. We are here to help you and want to know what we can do to make your visit the best experience possible. Please complete our Customer Service Evaluation Form below. The form can be either emailed, dropped-off, or mailed to us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Thank you for your feedback.
Customer Service Evaluation Form - English
Customer Service Evaluation Form - Spanish
Additional Resources:
Staff Phone and Email Directory
Planning Division Organizational Chart
Planning Division Organizational Chart By Function
Public Brochures and Frequently Requested Information
Recently Approved and Pending Projects List - Updated monthly, this map and accompanying list show the discretionary projects approved by the Planning Division in the last six months and projects currently in process.
Public Hearing Agendas - Agendas and staff reports for Planning Commission, Cultural Heritage Board, and Mobile Home Park Rent Review Board hearings.
One-Stop Permitting Website - This website provides both an overview of the County development process and step-by-step guidance to individuals seeking land use permits for residential, commercial, and industrial development projects of subdivisions within unincorporated Ventura County.
What's My Zoning? - This tool identifies the zoning designation for parcels located within the unincorporated areas of Ventura County.
County View Interactive Map - This free online GIS map includes a variety of data layers available to the public including aerial photographs, zoning information, assessor parcel numbers, jurisdictional boundaries, and general plan designations. Start your search by typing in an address.
Citizen Access - This online permitting database provides real-time, direct access to all Planning permits that are in process or have already been issued. Information on permits issued by other county departments is also available on this system.
Still Need Help?
Please contact a member of the Planning Division administrative staff:
Luz Juachon, Administrative Assistant: 654-2478
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Daniela Zendejas, Management Assistant: 654-2805
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Planning Division Management Team:
Dave Ward, Planning Director: 654-2481
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Susan Curtis, Assistant Planning Director: 654-2497
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Winston Wright, Discretionary Permit Coordinator: 654-2468
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Jennifer Trunk, Residential Permits Manager: 654-2465
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Commercial & Industrial Permits Manager: 654-2497
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Shelley Sussman, General Plan Implementation Manager: 654-2493
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Tricia Maier, Planning Programs Manager: 654-2464
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Aaron Engstrom, Area Plans & Resources Manager: 654-2936
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Ruchtia Kadakia, Housing & State Mandates Manager: 654-2414
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