Planning Services

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The Planning Services Department is tasked with elevating the community, the guiding hand of development. Here at the city's planning services department, we strongly believe in fostering economic development, social equity, and environmental protection. 

Planning Services is dedicated to providing excellent customer service. We strive to make your experience with us as fast and easy as possible. Whether you are a homeowner, contractor or design professional, our staff is here to help you every step of the way. Whatever the project, do not hesitate to either call or stop by early in your planning stage to discuss options and ideas.

For questions or concerns please reach out the planning services email: planning@puyallupwa.gov

Current Planning

Here you will find a list of all of the current planning resources including Hearing examiner, Downtown Design Guidelines and access to Notices of Land Use Applications. If you have questions regarding current planning projects and procedures please contact planning@puyallupwa.gov. 

Long-Range Planning

By clicking the link above you will access the city's current array of long range planning projects. Information on the comprehensive plan update, planning commission and design review boards.

Land Use Applications and Notices

Here you will find a list of all active permit applications within the city. Please click on the permit number to find more information on a specific permit.

Planning Initiatives

See the links below for important department projects and initiatives. 

Helpful Links

Planning Services Division relies on a lot of outside resources to conduct research and keep up to date on important building, land use and environmental issues. The web provides the Department with valuable resources to quickly access information from Federal, State, and local governments as well as other government agencies, from tribes, non-government organizations, businesses and special interest groups.