Review Procedures
Santa Clara City Code § 18.126.030
in effectA. Zoning Clearance. Uses of land that are allowed by right in a zone require the issuance of a Zoning Clearance. and are called "permitted uses". Zoning Clearances shall first be reviewed and issued by the Director, in consultation with the City Fire Marshall, Public Works Department, and County Environmental Health Department. These Zoning Clearances are necessary to confirm compliance with all applicable City laws and regulations before the issuance of a Building Permit, or the initiation of an activity where no Building Permit is required.
B. Director’s Responsibility. The Director shall issue the Zoning Clearance after first determining that the request complies with all Zoning Code provisions applicable to the proposed land use or structure.
C. Form of Approval. An approval may be in the form of a stamp, signature, or other official notation on approved plans, a letter to the applicant, or other certification, at the discretion of the Director.
Source: City of Santa Clara Zoning Code (santaclaraca.gov PDF)URL: https://www.santaclaraca.gov/our-city/departments-a-f/community-development/planning-division/zoningFetched: 10/24/2026