Planning and Development Services

The Planning & Development Services Department focuses on property development and revitalization activity throughout the community. The Department works with the City Engineer in managing land use planning, permit issuance, building plan checks, inspection services, and code enforcement. Programs aimed towards developing low and moderate-income housing are also administered through the Planning & Development Services Department.

The Planning and Development Services Department is also home to Building, Planning, Code Enforcement, and Animal Control Divisions. Follow the links below to learn more about each division, find contact information for the City Engineer, or obtain necessary permits.

Building Division

Planning Division

City Engineer

Code Enforcement

Animal Control

Permits


Kerman Neighborhood Shopping Center Development

Proposed Retail Shopping Center - Available for Lease!

SouthEast corner of Madera Avenue and Whitesbridge

Kerman has experienced phenomenal population growth since the 1990's, with a 59% population increase from 1990-2000 and a 53% population increase since 2000. As the central trade area for other west-side cities, including San Joaquin, Mendota, and Firebaugh, Kerman is a prime location to start or expand your retail business.

Get more information by downloading our Development Brochure or by visiting property developers Grubb & Ellis/Pearson Commercial online.


Contact Us

Luis Patlan

Director of Planning and Development Services

(559) 846-9389

lpatlan@cityofkerman.org

Olivia Pimentel
Administrative Secretary/Planning Technician
(559) 846-9386
opimentel@cityofkerman.org

Monica Fonseca
Administrative Assistant
(559) 846-6121
mfonseca@cityofkerman.org

Kent Cox
Building Official
(559) 846-9398
kcox@cityofkerman.org