What do I need to obtain a Sign Permit?

Please contact the Planning Department to determine the zoning designation of your property and whether an approved sign program is already in place. If a sign program has been approved, it will specify the signage requirements applicable to the property.

How do I obtain a City Business License?

You must first verify with the Planning Department that the proposed business use is permitted within the zoning designation for your property. Once the use is confirmed as allowed, you may apply for a City Business License through HDL Companies at upland.hdlgov.com or by calling (909) 348-0460.

What is a General Plan and what is the Zoning Code?

The General Plan serves as the City’s long-range blueprint, outlining goals, policies, and the overall vision for future development. State law requires every city to adopt and maintain a General Plan.

The Zoning Code implements the General Plan by regulating land uses and development standards. It provides for orderly development, a streamlined review process, and Design Guidelines to assist property owners and staff.

How can I find the Zoning and General Plan designation for my property?

Zoning and General Plan designations may be found by reviewing the City’s Zoning Map and General Plan Map. Please use the links below to view the applicable maps Zoning Map and General Plan Map.

What is required to add a room to my house?

Property owners should first contact the Planning Department at (909) 931-4130 to verify zoning requirements, setbacks, and whether the property is designated as historic.

After preparing scaled plans, including a site plan, square footage, setbacks, lot coverage, and elevations-plans and required forms must be submitted to the Planning Department. For permit fees and additional submittal requirements, please contact the Building Department at (909) 931-4110.

How do I apply for a Special Event Permit or Film Permit?

Please contact the Planning Department at (909) 931-4130 or visit our website https://www.uplandca.gov/planning-forms-fees-applications to obtain the application. Submittals must include a detailed site plan and a letter of consent from the property owner authorizing the event or filming.

To view the City of Upland flow chart outlining the typical Development Process, please click the PDF below.

 *The flow chart illustrates a typical processing timeline. Actual review times may vary depending on factors such as application completeness, environmental review, or project complexity. Planning Commission approval is required where applicable, and the timeline does not guarantee approval. 

Development Process Flow Chart