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Community Development Department
MISSION STATEMENT
The mission of the Community Development Department is to guide the orderly development and continued revitalization of the community by maintaining and implementing the comprehensive General Plan.
DESCRIPTION OF ACTIVITIES
The Community Development Department oversees every phase of development within the City. From the design of buildings, to the infrastructure to serve it, to the use of buildings, to the on-going maintenance of properties, all questions regarding private property development and use can be directed to the Community Development Department. The Department also provides assistance to low to moderate income families for rent or home repairs. The Department is organized in six divisions: Planning, Engineering, Building and Safety, Property Maintenance, Housing Authority, and Community Development Block Grant (CDBG).
Building and Safety Division
The Building and Safety Division issues permits for all new construction or modifications to existing developments (commercial, residential or industrial) in the City. The permits follow the safety standards set forth in the Building Code and the City maintains a staff of inspectors who visit each job site to verify that the work has been performed to Code requirements. Adherence to the Building Code ensures that each project meets a minimum set of safety standards, which in turn helps preserve the value of the buildings and structures.
The City has a knowledgeable Building and Safety staff who is available to assist you with whatever questions or needs you may have. You may make an appointment to see a Permit Technician by calling Building & Safety at (562) 929-5733 or seeing a representative in Room 12. Appointments are available every workday from 9 - 11 a.m. and 2:30 - 4:30 p.m. Please note that having an appointment means that the customer will be the next in line if the Permit Technicians are busy assisting other customers.
If you have any questions regarding work you are considering or other building-related concerns, please do not hesitate to contact Building and Safety during regular business hours.
E-MAIL - building@ci.norwalk.ca.us
LINKS:
Contractor's License Board
International Code Council
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Engineering
Division
The Engineering Division is responsible for design, inspection, and administration of the City's infrastructure construction projects which include streets, sewers, water lines, drainage systems, and all traffic related activities. The Division produces and maintains the maps, drawings, and records of the City's facilities within the public right-of-way as well as subdivision maps and assists the public with engineering related matters.
The Engineering Division issues all permits for activities within the public right-of-way that generally includes the streets, sidewalks, and grass parkway areas.
City of Norwalk Sewer System Management Plan - Adopted in 2009
2011 SSMP Bi-Annual Audit
Design and Performance Provisions
FOG Control Program
Legal Authority
Operation and Maintenance Program
Overflow Emergency Response Plan
SSMP
System Evaluation and Capacity Assurance Plan
E-MAIL - engineering@ci.norwalk.ca.us
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Housing
Authority
The Housing Authority assists low-income families find safe and decent homes through financial assistance and helps individuals build vital skills for career success. The Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program is a rental assistance program funded by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. It is a subsidy program that helps eligible participants by paying a portion of the participant's monthly rent. Landlords also benefit from Section 8 because they are guaranteed a ready pool of tenants, free vacancy advertising, and the choice to accept or decline tenants. The Family Self-Sufficiency Program is ideal for individuals seeking personal and professional independence and self-reliance. As a FSS participant, individuals can find a fulfilling career by using the program’s resources for education, job training, transportation, childcare, and language skills.
For information on housing assistance, click here.
LINKS:
Fair Housing Foundation
Department of Public Social Services
Southeast Los Angeles County Private Industry Council
Employment Development Department
Cerritos College
Contractor's License Board
Department of Housing & Urban Development
Consumer Credit Counseling
Small Business Administration
E-MAIL - kmaithonis@ci.norwalk.ca.us
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Planning
Division
There are two primary functions of the Planning Division:
current and advanced planning. Current planning involves the review of
development projects, including anything from bedroom additions to residential
subdivisions and new commercial centers. Projects are reviewed for matters
such as compliance with zoning regulations, the effect the project will
have on the environment, and compatibility with neighboring uses.
Advanced planning, on the other hand, involves the establishment of regulations
and long range plans for land use and development within the City. The
type, size, location, and appearance of development on each property is
determined through the advanced planning process. In essence, it establishes
the objectives and framework under which current planning can effectively
occur.
GENERAL PLAN
The General Plan is a policy document that represents the official statement
of the City regarding its social, physical, and economic goals. The adopted
General Plan includes chapters on land use, circulation, housing, conservation,
open space, noise, safety, community design, educational and cultural
resources, and utility infrastructure. The General Plan determines the
potential growth of the City, including residential, commercial, and industrial
growth. Then, it establishes goals to accommodate that growth.
ZONING
The Zoning Ordinance is designed to implement the goals of the General
Plan through detailed regulations. Each property in the City is designated
a certain zone. The Zoning Ordinance, in turn, establishes the types of
uses permitted, the location, intensity, and size of structures within
each zone.
LINKS:
Norwalk's Municipal Code
Los Angeles County Assessor's Office
E-MAIL - planning@ci.norwalk.ca.us
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Property
Maintenance Division
The Property Maintenance Division focuses on enforcing property maintenance,
zoning requirements, and related provisions of the Norwalk Municipal Code.
The codes help ensure that homeowners and surrounding residents are protected
from potential health and safety risks in addition to maintaining Norwalk’s
aesthetic integrity. Staff is responsible for responding to complaints
or inquiries regarding violations of zoning, sign, land use ordinances,
and public nuisances as well as being proactive in identifying and initiating
cases. Property Maintenance inspectors are knowledgeable of the Norwalk
Municipal Codes and California Health and Safety Codes. They work closely
with homeowners to address property maintenance issues and this cooperation
allows for the correction of code violations and helps to preserve the
quality of life within the City's neighborhoods.
E-MAIL - propertymaintenance@ci.norwalk.ca.us
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Community
Development Block Grant (CDBG)
CDBG is a federally funded program that improves housing for low to moderate
income residents through financial assistance in the form of grants, loans,
and rebates. It manages the Housing Improvement Program, which was founded
by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. The program helps
Norwalk homeowners restore their homes to safe and decent living environments.
Assistance may include the remodeling of a home to comply with building
code and health requirements, fixing structural conditions, and other
general improvements.
E-MAIL - cdbg@ci.norwalk.ca.us
For information on CDBG programs, click
here.
THE CITY OF NORWALK AND AMERICAN RECOVERY AND REINVESTMENT ACT (ARRA)
Click here for further information
HOMELESSNESS PREVENTION AND RAPID RE-HOUSING PROGRAM (HPRP) SUBSTANTIAL
AMENDMENT TO
FY 2008-09 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN
What is HPRP? Homelessness Prevention and Rapid Re-Housing Program (HPRP)
is a program which is designed to provide financial assistance and services
to prevent individuals and families from becoming homeless, and help those
who are experiencing homelessness to be quickly re-housed and stabilized.
HPRP
Submission Document
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT RECOVERY (CDBG-R)
CDBG-R funds are to be devoted to eligible CDBG activities that can be
carried out in an expeditious manner. These funds are to be used for hard
development costs associated with infrastructure activities that provide
basic services to residents or activities that promote energy efficiency
and conservation through rehabilitation or retrofitting of existing buildings.
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NEIGHBORHOOD STABILIZATION PROGRAM (NSP)
The Neighborhood Stabilization Program (NSP) was established for the purpose
of stabilizing communities that have suffered from foreclosures and abandonment.
Through the purchase and redevelopment of foreclosed and abandoned homes
and residential properties, the goal of the program is being realized.
Attachment 1
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FACILITY INFORMATION
Building and Safety, Property Maintenance, Engineering, and Planning Divisions
12700 Norwalk Boulevard, Room 12
Norwalk, CA 90650
Phone: (562) 929-5744
Fax: (562) 929-5584
Housing Authority
12035 Firestone Blvd.
Norwalk, CA 90650
Phone: (562) 929-5588
Fax: (562) 929-5537
Community Development Block Grant Division
12700 Norwalk Blvd., Room 12
Norwalk, CA 90650
Phone: (562) 929-5951
Fax: (562) 929-5584
LINKS:
Southern California Association
of Governments
California Land
Use Planning Information Network
State of California Department of Housing and Community Development
California Environmental
Protection Agency
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