About Us
Welcome to the County of San Mateo Planning and Building Department. Our mission is to plan and regulate land use and development within the county's unincorporated areas so that diverse and livable communities can thrive. We serve the County's residents, businesses, and visitors by preparing and administering land use plans and regulations and reviewing land use proposals to ensure they are consistent with those plans and regulations.



Planning and Building Department – Main Office
Hours
Monday - Thursday:
8:00 am - 4:00 pm
(closed 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm for lunch)
Friday - Sunday:
Closed