Counter Hours:

Monday - Thursday 8:30am - 12:00pm

Due to a limited staff size in our Planning and Building Department, the current time frame for Building, Engineering, and Town Geologist permit review timeline is 20 Business Days. The current timeline for plan review is 6 weeks. 

The Building & Planning Department, includes information on how to apply for various building permits and a section where you can download pdf's of Town ordinances and regulations.

A helpful FAQ section for both Building Permit and Planning may help you answer any building related questions.

If you are considering selling a home in Portola Valley, please visit the Town Requirements for Selling Property in Portola Valley page.

Town's General Plan.