Ridgecrest, CA · Kern County
Planning Application
This application is for property owners and applicants seeking Ridgecrest planning review, permits, land divisions, or changes to a general plan or zoning.
What this form is
Use this application to request planning actions such as site plan review, a conditional use permit, a variance, a land division, or a general plan or zone change. It asks for applicant and property owner details, project location and description, proposed use, and project information. Depending on the request, the packet lists supplemental materials that may be needed, including plans, maps, and separate explanations.
Who needs it
Property owners and applicants seeking a listed Ridgecrest planning action should complete this application and provide the information and attachments relevant to their project.
How to submit it
Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details. Planning Division fees vary according to the process for each project.
About notarization
This application is signed and dated without a notary; the applicant and property owner provide original signatures, and no notarized attachment or sworn step is specified.
How to submit this form
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Download The Application
Download the Planning Application PDF.
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Complete The Application
Fill in the applicant and property owner information, request type, project details, and proposed-use information.
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Gather Relevant Attachments
Review the supplemental information for your application type and include the items that apply to your project.
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Sign And Date
Provide the required applicant and property owner signatures and dates; original signatures are required for processing.
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Submit To The City
Submit the application to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
Frequently asked questions
- What can I request with the Planning Application?
- The form lists requests including site plan review, conditional use permits, variances, land divisions, general plan amendments, and zone changes.
- What information and attachments does the application ask for?
- It asks for applicant and owner details, project and site information, and proposed-use details. Supplemental materials vary by application type and may include plans, maps, or separate explanations.
- Do I need a notary for the Planning Application?
- No. The application requires original signatures from the property owner and applicant, or a property-owner authorization letter; it does not specify notarization.
- How do I submit the Planning Application?
- Submit it to the city department named on the form and check the city website for current contact details. The form says Planning Division fees vary by project process.