Planning and Development

The Planning and Development Department is responsible for guiding, monitoring, and facilitating land use development within Culver City. The three divisions that make up the Department include: Current Planning, Advanced Planning and Building & Safety.

Planning & Development Department Organization Chart for Fiscal Year 2024/2025(PDF, 463KB)

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Planning and Development Director

Mark Muenzer

Mark Muenzer

Mark most recently served as Community Development & Transportation Director for the City of Redwood City, California. He also served as the Community Development Director for the City of Menlo Park. He also has been the Director of Community Development for the Cities of Evanston and Countryside, Illinois; and held various management positions with the City of Chicago.

Contact Us

Phone

(310) 253-5700

Location

Culver City Hall
9770 Culver Blvd
Culver City
90232
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Hours

  • Sunday Closed
  • Monday
    • 07:30 AM–05:30 PM
  • Tuesday
    • 07:30 AM–05:30 PM
  • Wednesday
    • 07:30 AM–05:30 PM
  • Thursday
    • 07:30 AM–05:30 PM
  • Friday
    • 07:30 AM–05:30 PM
  • Saturday Closed

City Hall is closed on alternating Fridays.

Administration

Mark Muenzer, Director
mark.muenzer@culvercity.org

 

Lisa Pangelinan
Sr. Management Analyst
lisa.pangelinan@culvercity.org

 

Administers and supervises all Planning and Development activity and operations.

  

Advance Planning

Curious about the future of Culver City?  The Advance Planning Division leads long-range land use and policy efforts, guiding the City's growth and development. For questions on the General Plan, Housing Element and community planning initiatives, please call (310) 253-5740.

Building Safety

Need help with permits, plan checks, or demolitions?  The Building Safety Division is responsible for the enforcement of all building codes adopted by the City and the State of California for local jurisdiction enforcement. For questions about building permits, plan submissions, inspections, or demolition requirements, please call (310) 253-5800.

Current Planning

Have questions about zoning, setbacks, or development standards? The Current Planning Division maintains and implements the City's General Plan, Zoning Ordinance and prepares other specialized Planning Documents, including Specific Plans. For help with project applications, setbacks, please call (310) 253-5710, for zoning questions, (310) 253-5725.

 

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