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.
Home Improvement
Determine if you need a permit for your project, and if you do, how to get one.
Residential Development
A step-by-step process to plan a residential development, including counter plan review and full case submittal.
Commercial Development
Permitting process for constructing businesses or multi-family housing projects.
Development Process
Pre-Application, Case Submittal & Entitlement
Commercial and multi-family residential development proposals begin with a pre-application submittal, which determines your review process.
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.
Permits
Once plans have been reviewed and comply with city codes and ordinances, permits may be issued. Permits authorize construction work and allow inspections.
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
Codes
Zoning, ESLO, Signs, Native Plants, Building, Fire, City Ordinances, etc.
Design
DSPM, Standard Detail Drawings, MAG Supplements, Benchmarks, Design Guidelines, UDAG, etc.
Fees
Calculate or request fees for Applications, Plan Review, Permits, Fire, Records, Water, etc.
Forms
List of all Planning and Development forms for download.
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.
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.