Planning & Development Services works with the community to shape our future, from neighborhoods to commercial centers and beyond. Our key functions are long-range and current planning, building plan review and inspections, and code enforcement.
Adjusted Hours for Permit Services
Our permit services representatives have adjusted hours on Wednesday mornings for in-person service.
New Hours:
- Walk-in service hours: 1 - 5 p.m.
- Cashiering service hours: 1 - 4 p.m.
Online Service Center
Property Information Request
This online request allows users to enter an address or parcel number to:
- Request setbacks, allowed land uses, sign information and flood hazard determination
- Find zoning and district standards information related to a property
- View history of permits, and other property records
- View interactive map to identify parcel boundaries, easements and other data
Select a Project Type
Our goal is to make Scottsdale’s development process helpful, speedy and smooth. Select a project type for more resources and information.
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Home Improvement
Determine if you need a permit for your project, and if you do, how to get one.
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Residential Development
A step-by-step process to plan a residential development, including counter plan review and full case submittal.
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Commercial Development
Permitting process for constructing businesses or multi-family housing projects.
Development Process
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Pre-Application, Case Submittal & Entitlement
Commercial and multi-family residential development proposals begin with a pre-application submittal, which determines your review process.
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Plan Submittal & Review
The purpose of plan review is to determine that the proposed construction complies with the City of Scottsdale adopted codes and ordinances.
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Permits
Once plans have been reviewed and comply with city codes and ordinances, permits may be issued. Permits authorize construction work and allow inspections.
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Inspections
Construction requiring a permit is subject to inspection to determine work is being done in accordance with approved plans and city codes and ordinances.
Resources
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Codes
Zoning, ESLO, Signs, Native Plants, Building, Fire, City Ordinances, etc.
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Design
DSPM, Standard Detail Drawings, MAG Supplements, Benchmarks, Design Guidelines, UDAG, etc.
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Fees
Calculate or request fees for Applications, Plan Review, Permits, Fire, Records, Water, etc.
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Forms
List of all Planning and Development forms for download.
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One Stop Shop
Scottsdale’s One Stop Shop helps those who live or do business in Scottsdale find what they need in the most efficient, time-saving manner.
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Records
The Planning and Development Services Records Department retains records of the City related to building and planning in accordance to the State-approved records retention as set forth in ARS §41.151.12.
Search Cases & Public Hearing Projects
Report and search for projects currently in the public hearing process.