CDI Announcements

All applicants for residential development projects are required to utilize the online Camino Guide prior to the County accepting an application for processing. This requirement applies to all residential development applications except those eligible for EZ or over-the-counter processing.

The County of Santa Cruz is conducting a Sea Level Rise Vulnerability Assessment as part of its Local Coastal Program (LCP) specifically focused on addressing coastal hazards. Learn more about this project, check out the story map, and take th 

Environmental Planning Staff and the FireSafe Council of Santa Cruz County are here to help you create defensible space and harden your home in the face of wildfire. Visit Home Ignition  HIZ - Fire Safe Council of Santa Cruz County to discover available resources and take action today.

Starting July 1, 2025, the Ben Lomond Transfer Station will continue accepting CRV beverage containers for recycling but will no longer provide CRV payouts due to changes in CalRecycles CRV Program. Learn more on our page.

County Service Area 9 (CSA 9) provides essential public works services to the unincorporated areas of Santa Cruz County and the City of Scotts Valley. These services help maintain infrastructure, improve safety, and support community needs. Learn more!

Learn more about the City of Santa Cruz's Murray Street Bridge Seismic Retrofit and Barrier Rail Project

The County of Santa Cruz, in partnership with nonprofit Hello Housing, has launched an ADU Incentives Program. The program offers free project management support to participating homeowners through every phase of the development process. Learn more and apply now as spaces are limited.

We're happy to announce that work is progressing at the Children's Crisis Center!

The 1st ever CDI report has been published and offered a summary of all projects in 2023, staff background and more.

Welcome to the all-new CDI website, your redesigned portal for efficient access to Public Works, Planning, and the Unified Permit Center, catering to all your needs in one convenient location.

Volunteer or attend public meetings, events, etc to get involved in the conversation!

At a public hearing on March 15, 2024, the California Coastal Commission certified the Sustainability Update Local Coastal Program Amendment. The Sustainability Update is now in effect!

To meet the future needs of County residents and business, the Buena Vista Landfill must undergo a transformation. Learn more about what we are doing.

Tuesday, June 7, 2022 - Santa Cruz County Recycyling and Sold Waste Services

Santa Cruz County completes its 6th Cycle Housing Element and Sustainability Policy, addressing housing shortages and promoting sustainable development to enhance the quality of life in unincorporated areas.

The Santa Cruz County Planning Division is intensifying efforts to combat unpermitted vacation rentals, aiming to alleviate housing availability issues by actively identifying non-compliant properties in collaboration with law enforcement and implementing escalating fines and penalties for violations.

We are now offering free pre-designed plans for residents interested in building ADUs in the unincorporated county. (Review and permit fees will still apply)

August 19, 2020 - Acceptance of an Application for Solid Waste Facility Permit Modification for the Ben Lomond Transfer Station.