Mission Statement
The Department will support the community vision by providing courteous, professional and accurate support to the public, the
City Council and the city's
Boards and Commissions through the expert interpretation and implementation of the
Comprehensive Plan, and administration of the building, maintenance, subdivision and zoning codes.
Divisions
Headed by the Director of Community Development, the Department is made up of the
Building Division and the
Planning Division. By complimenting each other's efforts, the two divisions form a department that provides comprehensive oversight and management of all planning, demolition, design, development, redevelopment and site improvement projects within the city as well as ensuring compliance and adherence to all applicable codes and ordinances.
Whom to Contact
If you have questions regarding the permitting and inspection of any structure, or the maintenance of any property, you should contact the
Building Division at (314) 872-2500.
If you have questions regarding the growth and development of the commercial areas, the permitting of signs or the enhancement and protection of the residential neighborhoods, please contact the
Planning Division at (314) 872-2501. You should also contact the Planning Division if you have questions regarding any zoning or subdivision proposals before the city.