The mission of the Development Services Department is to manage the future development of Hayward, in order to assure the economic and environmental health of the community and a high quality of life for its residents, protect the health and safety of the community through building inspection and enforcement of standards in our existing rental stock, and provide new housing opportunities for the residents of the City.
Information:
Planning - Development - Zoning
Building and Land Development
Permits
To find out what type of planning permit is required for a particular use within a specific zoning district, please access this link:
Zoning Use Charts
Contacts »
Development Services Director
David Rizk, AICP
david.rizk@hayward-ca.gov
510-583-4004
Building Official
Glen Martinez
glen.martinez@hayward-ca.gov
510-583-4159
Planning Manager
Richard Patenaude, AICP
richard.patenaude@hayward-ca.gov
510-583-4213