Development
Services
Development Services Concierge Services Clear guidance. Coordinated reviews. A more predictable development process.
- FAST-TRACKED PERMITTING
- Pre-application and formal application meetings provide timely answers and reviews before submittal.
- Coordination across municipal departments helps expedite reviews and reduce administrative delays.
- New regulations will allow most applications to move through administrative review, bypassing standard site planning and platting delays.
- The City is working toward an online portal where certain permits, including roofing and water heaters, can be paid for and issued directly to applicants.
- PROBLEM RESOLUTION
- Direct assistance is available when a project becomes stalled.
- Facilitating coordination between neighboring property owners and development teams.
- Three city planners provide dedicated focus by project type:
Planning Focus Areas
- Single-family developments
- Downtown, mixed-use, and multifamily projects
- Commercial development projects
- ONLINE APPLICATIONS & RESOURCES
- The City is working toward an online portal for all application submittals.
- Approved ordinances and resolutions are available online 24/7.
- Annexation and zoning cases are posted monthly.
- Informational maps and open data make key community information easier to access.
Online Maps & Data
- Trash pickup day
- Zoning and development information
- Speed limits
- Crime dashboard
- Amenity locator
- Downloadable GIS data and mapping resources
Doing Business
The City of Anna’s high priority on economic development is clear in its most recent strategic plan. We know time is money, so we are committed to helping you expedite your project. Each week, the City holds Development Review Committee (DRC) Meetings where you can meet with key staff members to understand the process and get the help you need.
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