Kern County Planning Department

Kern County Planning

Lorelei H. Oviatt AICP, Director

Phone: (661) 862-8600
FAX: (661) 862-8601
TTY Relay 1-800-735-2929

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Public Services Building
2700 "M" Street., Suite 100
Bakersfield, CA 93301-2370

Monday - Friday 8:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M

Our Mission

The Planning and Community Development Department provides consolidated land use planning and community development programs for the County's residents. We are proud to fulfill a mission that fosters economic vitality, supports resource conservation, and serves the diverse needs of Kern County residents, including those with lower incomes, by improving their economic, environmental, and social quality of life.

Functions and Responsibilities

Prepare, administer and update the Kern County and Metropolitan General Plans and implement programs to effectuate General Plan goals and policies.
Prepare, administer and update Kern County Zoning and Land Division Ordinances
Prepare environmental documents pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
Administration of the Agricultural Preserve Program, Home Rule Program, endangered species planning and other activities
Respond to applicant, agency and public comments and inquiries regarding land use, environmental and coordinative matters
Provide staff support to the Planning Commision.

Browse the Kern County Zoning Ordinance online or download as a PDF file 5.08 MB

pdf Consolidated Land Development Fee Schedule for Public Services Building