Administrative Use Permit

Administrative Use Permits are discretionary permits that review proposed uses. These permits may be approved, conditionally approved, or denied by the Zoning Administrator, or can be referred to the Planning Commission based on substantial public controversy or the need for significant land use policy decisions.

Administrative Use Permits are also utilized to review Entertainment Permits.

You must apply online through San Joaquin County’s Online Permitting System. First time users will need a valid email address to set up an account. It takes about 5 minutes to create a new account.

Step 1: INITIAL CONSULTATION

Applicants are encouraged to consult with Community Development Department staff prior to submittal of an application. 

Step 2: SUBMIT INFORMATION

Architectural Design Plans - Architectural design plans are required for Commercial and Industrial developments for design review purposes. See "Design Guidelines for Commercial and Industrial Development" in the Documents tab for more information.

Step 3: SUBMIT APPLICATION

1. Indemnity Form with signatures from all property owners
2. Site Plan (Note: Site Plans for projects that result in new development must be stamped and signed by a California licensed/registered Architect or Engineer [Business and Professionals Code Section 5537])
3. The Recorded Deed/Legal Description of the Property
4. Environmental Health Forms: Completed Hazardous Materials Disclosure Survey form, the Water Usage Information form & the Water Provision Declaration form
5. Airport Land Use Commission: A copy of a receipt from the Airport Land Use Commission (ALUC), if applicable. Projects requiring ALUC review include:
   • All projects located within Airport Influence Area
   • For more information and current fees visit: ALUC
6. Services: If a service connection to any public facility (water, sewer, or storm drainage) is proposed, a "will-serve" letter from the appropriate entity is required at the time of filing. 

Step 3: APPLICATION ACCEPTED

Planning staff will review your application for acceptance. Once accepted, you will be sent information regarding payment of the appropriate fee through the Online Permitting System and via email. The current fee schedule is linked in the column to the right. 

Step 4: FEE PAYMENT

The following forms of payment are accepted:

1. Credit Card: Payable through the Online Permitting System or in person at the Planning Counter. A processing fee applies. 
2. Debit Card: Payable through the Online Permitting System or in person at the Planning Counter. A processing fee applies.
3. Check: Payable in person at the Planning Counter. Checks must be made payable to "San Joaquin County Treasurer."
4. Cash: Payable in person at the Planning Counter.

Required Findings

1. Consistency: The proposed use is consistent with the goals, policies, standards, and maps of the General Plan; any applicable Master Plan, Special Purpose Plan, Specific Plan, and Planned Development zone; and any other applicable plan adopted by the County;
2. Improvements: Adequate utilities, roadway improvements, sanitation, water supply, drainage, and other necessary facilities have been provided, and the proposed improvements are properly related to existing and proposed roadways;
3. Site Suitability: The site is physically suitable for the type of development and for the intensity of development;
4. Land Use Compatibility: The location, size, design, and operating characteristics of the proposed use will be compatible with and will not adversely affect the livability or appropriate development of abutting properties and the surrounding neighborhood;
5. No Nuisance Created: The proposed use will not create any nuisances arising from the emission of odor, dust, gas, noise, vibration, smoke, heat or glare at a level exceeding ambient conditions;
6. Adequate Public Services and Facilities: The site of the proposed use is adequately served by highways, streets, water, sewer, storm drainage, and other public facilities and services and
7. Conformance with Development Title: The proposed use complies with all applicable provisions of this Title.

Documents

Planning Fee Schedule

Development Title Chapter 9-804: Use Permits

Site Plan Checklist

Indemnity Form

Hazardous Materials Disclosure Survey

Water Provision Declaration

Water Usage Information

Design Guidelines for Commercial and Industrial Development