Planning
The Planning Department plays a critical role in achieving the City Council's goals and objectives relative to land use, urban design, and the quality and sustainability of the built environment. Our team focuses on development that enhances economic value, quality of life, and complete community.
For New Project Submittals an Appointment is Recommended
To see the status of your plan check or permit, visit the City of Ontario Citizen Portal Access
The Ontario Plan provides a long-term vision for the future growth and development of the City.
- The Ontario Plan (The City's Comprehensive Business Plan)
- Policy Plan (The City's General Plan)
- Official Land Use Plan (General Plan Map - Print and Zoom Capabilities)
For general inquiries, the Planning Department can be contacted via email at [email protected] or by phone at (909) 395-2036.
Rudy Zeledon
Planning Director
Department Location
303 East "B" Street
Ontario, CA 91764
Phone (909) 395-2036
Fax (909) 395-2420
Downloadable Files
NOTICE OF PREPARATION (30-Day Review Period)
A Notice of Preparation (NOP) has been prepared for The Ontario Plan (TOP) 2050 Supplemental Environmental Impact Report.
The 30-Day Public Review Period extends from July 20, 2021 through August 19, 2021.
Comments will be received until 5:00 PM August 19, 2021. Any person wishing to comment on this project must submit comments in writing to the contact listed on the NOP.
Please click on the link below to view the NOP.
Scoping Meeting - Thursday, August 5, 2021 at 6:00 PM via Zoom
Please click the link below to join the webinar:
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Downloadable Files
NOTICE OF PREPARATION (30-Day Review Period)
A Notice of Preparation (NOP) has been prepared for Schaefer Storage Center Specific Plan.
The 30-Day Public Review Period extends from July 19, 2021 through August 17, 2021.
Comments will be received until 5:00 PM August 17, 2021. Any person wishing to comment on this project must submit comments in writing to the contact listed on the NOP.
Please click on the link below to view the NOP.
Scoping Meeting - Thursday August 5, 2021 at 6:00 PM via Zoom
Link will be posted 24 hours prior to meeting.
Downloadable Files
Planning Commission Meeting
The July 27, 2021 Planning Commission Meeting will be held in person.
Downtown District Plan - Live Webinar Session
The Downtown District Plan provides the framework to foster a viable, livable, sustainable, and healthy downtown. By identifying and responding to revitalization fundamentals, such as land use, the plan seeks to create a placed-based, people-focused commercial and cultural center for the downtown. Such a place that has thriving local economy which supports our businesses, is rich in character, and features inviting public spaces that make residents, visitors, and businesses feel a strong sense of connection and is where they want to be.
The Downtown District Plan Webinar was held on July 30, 2020. The recorded webinar can be viewed below.
Please provide any input, comments, questions, concerns, suggestions, or ideas, by completing and submitting the comment form (Link to website comment form).
Downloadable Files
Development Code
Click here for our Development Code and other Documents
Zoning Map
Click here for our Zoning Map.