831-440-5630
FAX: 831-438-2793

Planning Department

The Planning Department provides information on land use, zoning, development standards, general plan policies, and related issues. The Department is responsible for long-term planning regarding growth and development of the City, and they review and process applications for all development proposals.

Public Counter: Monday – Thursday, 8:00 am to Noon
Permit Applications: Monday – Thursday, 8:00 am to 11:30 am

Closed to the public afternoons and Fridays.
Appointments outside of these hours may be arranged by contacting staff directly.

Scotts Valley Planning Department Contact List
Corrie Kates Community Development Director/ Deputy City Manager 831-440-5631
Michelle Fodge Senior Planner 831-440-5632
Taylor Bateman Senior Planner 831-440-5633
Joe Strasser Building Official - Mon-Thu 8-12 831-440-5641
VACANT Code Enforcement Officer 831-440-5641
Brenda Stevens Administrative Secretary 831-440-5630