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.
New Project Submittals require an Appointment
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)
Rudy Zeledon
Planning Director
Department Location
303 East "B" Street
Ontario, CA 91764
Phone (909) 395-2036
Fax (909) 395-2420
Planning Commission Meeting
Draft Environmental Impact Report (45-Day Review Period)
A Draft Environmental Impact Report (DEIR) has been prepared for the Merrill Commerce Center Specific Plan (Click here for the DRAFT EIR).
The 45-day Public Review Period extends from October 9, 2020 through November 23, 2020.
Comments will be received until 5:00 PM November 23, 2020. Any person wishing to comment on this project must submit comments in writing to:
Charles Mercier
Principal Planner
Mailing Address
303 East "B" Street
Ontario, CA 91764
Phone: (909) 395-2036
E-Mail: [email protected]
Downloadable Files
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
Temporary Outdoor Dining for Restaurants and Personal Care Services Program
The City of Ontario has developed a program to allow restaurants to have temporary outdoor dining and allow outdoor personal care services in response to COVID-compliant requirements. To ensure and promote public safety, all temporary outdoor personal care services and outdoor dining spaces for restaurants shall require a permit. Please click on the links below to learn more about the program, review the guidelines and procedures and download the application.
Should you have any questions, please call the Planning Department at (909) 395-2036.
Downloadable Files
Development Code
Click here for our Development Code and other Documents
Zoning Map
Click here for our Zoning Map.