Planning Services

Residents
- AccessibilityLearn about services for persons with disabilities
- Animal Care and ControlLicense your pets and find resources for animal care
- Child Care AwareFind child care referrals, resources, and information
- City NewsRead City news, watch videos and live webstream
- Community CleanupsGet connected with community cleanups
- Community GardensJoin a community garden in your neighborhood
- Contact UsContact the City of Tacoma
- Crime StatisticsView crime data your neighborhood
- Emergency ManagementLearn how to be prepared in an emergency
- Garbage, Recycling, and Yard WasteLearn about residential waste management services
- Neighborhood Council ProgramConnect with Tacoma's neighborhood councils
- Online Citizen ReportingMake a non-emergency City service request
- Police ProtectionLearn about Tacoma Police Department services
- Report a PotholeMake a pothole repair request
- Senior ServicesLearn about what’s happening at our senior centers
- TV TacomaTune in to your City government access channel
- UtilitiesPay your bill and get information on utility services
- Utilities Rebates and IncentivesLearn how to save money on your utilities
Services
- Birth and Death RecordsRequest a birth or death record
- Call-To-HaulSchedule a collection of large household items
- Community Based ServicesHelp improve and preserve your neighborhood
- Community Liaison OfficersConnect with your Community Liaison Officer
- Document LibraryDownloadable and interactive forms for City business
- Fire and EMS ServicesLearn about Tacoma Fire Department services
- Graffiti CleanupLearn about ways you can help combat graffiti
- Homeowner Assistance ProgramsHome repair, rehab loans, and homebuyer programs
- Landlord-Tenant ServicesDispute resolution programs, training and referrals
- Library ServicesLearn about what's going on at your local Public Library
- Municipal CourtLearn about Court services and pay citations online
- Online ServicesAccess an interactive list of City services
- Parking ServicesGet information on parking options around the city
- Police ProtectionLearn about Tacoma Police Department services
- Special Event PermitsSubmit a request for a special event permit
- Street OperationsStreet maintenance and other Public Works services
- Tacoma EnviroNewsSign up for the environmental news listserv
- TAGROLearn about TAGRO products for your lawn and garden
Government
- Appear Before the CouncilSubmit a request to make a presentation to City Council
- Committees, Boards, and CommissionsLearn about boards and commissions and how to join
- Budget and FinanceView budget document and financial reports
- Ceremonials and ProclamationsRequest a City proclamation or special recognition
- City CharterView the City of Tacoma Charter
- City Council Agendas and MinutesView Council Meeting agendas and minutes
- City Council OfficesMeet the Tacoma City Council members
- City DepartmentsView a list of all City departments and offices
- City HolidaysView a list of City holiday closures
- City Manager's OfficeMeet the Tacoma City Manager
- Council Meeting Video ArchivesWatch a City Council meeting
- Council Standing CommitteesAccess meeting agendas, handouts, and audio
- Mayor's OfficeMeet Tacoma's Mayor
- Municipal CodeSearch the City's current municipal and ethics codes
- Municipal Election InformationGet information, find voting locations, and register to vote
- Ordinances and ResolutionsAccess City ordinances and resolutions
- Other Government EntitiesView a list of municipal organizations and public agencies
- Public Disclosure RequestsRequest records from the City
Business
- Available Sites and BuildingsAccess a list of available surplus properties
- Building Codes and PermitsBuilding permits, inspections and building codes
- Business IncentivesTax credits, loan options, and other business incentives
- City Construction ProjectsView and map current and planned construction projects
- Complete StreetsComplete Streets program and guidelines
- Film and Movie Location AssistanceApply for a film permit, get assistance on locations
- GIS Data and MapsDownload maps and demographic information
- Green BuildingEnvironment and energy-conscious building design
- Historic PreservationView historic districts, apply for a project design review
- Local Employment & Apprenticeship ProgramTraining & support services for apprenticeship programs
- Neighborhood Business DistrictsView a list of Tacoma's business districts
- Planning and Development ServicesLearn about permits, site development and zoning
- Requests for Bids and ProposalsView the City's bid and contracting opportunities
- Small Business Enterprise ProgramQualify your business to be a certified HUB contractor
- Small Works Roster ProgramRegister your business for small public works projects
- State and Federal Business ResourcesState and federal business development resources
- Tacoma Means BusinessA one-stop portal for your business needs
- Tax and LicensePay B&O taxes, establish or renew a business license
Visitors
- Art ProgramsTake a public art tour or join the TacomaArt listserv
- Dining and NightlifeFind dining options, pubs and night spots
- Farmer's MarketPlan a trip to purchase fresh, local produce, and goods
- GolfingBook a tee time, find a game, or schedule lessons
- Greater Tacoma Convention & Trade CenterPlan your next meeting, conference, or event
- Hiking and Biking TrailsExplore the beauty of Tacoma on an outdoor adventure
- Metro ParksFind parks and recreational activities for the entire family
- MuseumsVisit one of Tacoma's world class museums
- Perfoming ArtsSee a show at Tacoma's performing arts theaters
- Point Defiance Zoo and AquariumExplore animal exhibits and more
- Ruston Way WaterfrontEnjoy great views of Commencement Bay
- SeaTac AirportFlight information, parking, and passenger services
- ShoppingDiscover unique boutiques, specialty shops, and malls
- Special EventsView Tacoma's major events, festivals, and activities
- Tacoma DomeGet information on upcoming concerts, events, and more
- Tacoma RainiersCheck out the Rainers team roster, schedule, and stats
- TourismStay, play, and dine during your visit to Tacoma
- TransportationTransportation options to help you get around town

City of Tacoma » Government » City Departments » Planning and Development Services » Planning Services

Our Mission

Ped-Bike-Bus Interaction on St. Helens Street

We conduct long-range, comprehensive planning activities pursuant to the State Growth Management Act and applicable federal, state, regional and local mandates.

Our goal is to guide community growth and development in a manner that protects environmental resources, enhances quality of life, promotes distinctive neighborhoods and a vibrant downtown, and involves citizens in the Thea Foss Esplanade

decisions that affect them.

We work together with the community, City Council, and Planning Commission to develop and update the Comprehensive Plan, along with neighborhood and subarea plans, and associated regulations and implementation strategies that guide the future development of the built and natural environment of Tacoma.

Quick Links

Comprehensive Plan
Planning Commission
Tacoma Municipal Code
Zoning Maps
Short Course on Local Planning - Tacoma Session

Current Initiatives

2013 Annual Amendment
2014 Annual Amendment
Tacoma 2040: Growing Tomorrow's City
MLK Subarea Plan and EIS
North Downtown Subarea Plan and EIS
South Downtown Subarea Plan and EIS
Open Space Current Use Assessment - Sands Property
Prairie Line Trail
Schuster Corridor Multi-Use Trail
Shoreline Master Program Update
Transfer of Development Rights (TDR)

Other Planning Projects

Other Planning Projects that are either completed or currently on hold, but may resume at any time when the need arises.

Contact Information

Planning Services
City of Tacoma
747 Market Street
Room 345
Tacoma, WA 98402

Phone: (253) 591-5030
Fax: (253) 591-5433

email