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Welcome to Community Development
1 Civic Center CircleBrea, CA 92821
(714) 990-7689
The Community Development Department provides comprehensive land use services, both to the public and to the City, in support of the preservation, assistance and regulation of development in the City of Brea and its Sphere of Influence. The department's primary goal is to ensure and enhance the quality of life in the community.
The Community Development Department also oversees the long-range and regional planning issues of importance to Brea and the surrounding region, issues all building, planning and public works permits, the performance of building inspections, the tracking of development fees, the preservation of neighborhoods (both residential and business) through the Neighborhood Enhancement Proram, and the Code Enforcement Program. The department acts as coordination and technical staff to other City departments seeking land use and project management expertise. The department also serves as the staff liaison to the Planning Commission.
Community Development is responsible for the Brea Redevelopment Agency's programs and development projects, city real estate, and economic development including affordable housing, business services, and development on Agency property.
Click under the "Explore" box at the upper left of this page for more specific divisions of responsibility under this department.
Meet Brea’s Community Development Director
Brea’s Community Development Director Eric Nicoll has worked for the City of Brea since 1993. He began his career in city government almost 25 years ago.
Checklist for Temporary Signs
The City of Brea offers several options for the placement of temporary signs on private and public property. Before placing signage, make sure that your business is aware of how to comply with guidelines.
Applications and Forms
A listing of Building and Safety and Planning forms and applications.
Community Development Counter Offers Engineering Appointments
Counter service for engineering review is provided during specified hours on the third floor of the Brea Civic & Cultural Center.
Blackstone Development Adds New Residences to Brea
A new residential community is under construction on the north side of Brea. Move-ins continue along with building activity.
A New Birch Hills Golf Course Opening Late 2013
As part of the La Floresta development, the Birch Hills Golf Course is being reconfigured and improved.