The Planning & Community Development Office of the City of Alachua is committed to ensuring quality development through compliance with City Land Development Regulations, Comprehensive Plan, ordinances and resolutions. Several departments comprise this office including Planning & Zoning and Building. These departments are here to assist residents and businesses on a myriad of issues including zoning changes, new construction, redevelopment, building permits and applications, and many others. The Planning & Community Development office is dedicated to serving all the citizens and business owners of Alachua.
In this section of our website you will find valuable information relating to the functions of these departments.






