Planning Division

The Planning Division is open for business.  Masks are mandatory for all staff and visitors in accordance with San Mateo County Health Orders.  Visitors will be asked to maintain social distancing of 6 feet. 

The Planning Division is open Monday through Friday as follows:

Walk-ins:  8 am - 12 pm
Appointments: 1 pm - 5 pm

Appointments can be in person or via Zoom.  To schedule an appointment with a planner, please send an email to planningdept@burlingame.org.  In your email, briefly describe the nature of your appointment (include the subject property address, if applicable).  

Have a zoning question or are interested in building on a property?  We encourage you to contact the Planning Division with your questions by email or phone.  You may send an email to Planning Division staff at planningdept@burlingame.org or call 650-558-7250.  Phone calls are answered Monday through Friday from 8 am – 12 pm.  At all other times, you may leave a message and staff will return your call. We endeavor to return emails and calls within one business day.

New Application Submittals: The Planning Division is accepting new applications by appointment. To schedule an appointment to drop off your submittal, please send an email to planningdept@burlingame.org or phone 650-558-7250.  Please note that electronic submittals are not being accepted at this time.

The Planning Division is responsible for maintaining the City's General Plan and various Specific Plans, and for maintaining, updating, and administering the City's zoning regulations and sign regulations that implement the policies outlined in these adopted plans.  The zoning regulations contain the specific regulations that inform the design and construction of new development and additions to existing structures, including height limits, floor area ratio, parking requirements, lot coverage, property line setbacks, as well as outlining design review processes for various types of projects when required.