Permit Applications and Guidance

The City of Capitola understands that obtaining permits for a development project can be challenging and we are committed to helping our customers successfully navigate the permitting process. It is our mission to help you to achieve a successful project which meets your goals and contributes to the unique character that makes Capitola such a special place to live, work, and visit.

The following guidance documents have been prepared to help our customers better understand the permitting process. If you have any questions which are not addressed here, please feel free to contact Community Development Department staff at 831-475-7300.

Permit INFORMATION BULLETINS

Accessory Dwelling Units	Design Permits
Appeals	Encroachment Permits
Boundary Line (Lot Line) Adjustments
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
Certificates of Compliance	Subdivisions
Coastal Development Permits	Tree Permits
Conceptual Reviews	Vacation Rentals
Conditional Use Permits	Variances
Sidewalk Vending (English)	Sidewalk Vending (Spanish)

OTHER GUIDANCE and INFORMATION

Capitola Permit Processing Guide	Discretionary Permit Flowchart
Capitola Fee Schedule	Vacation Rental Use Overlay Map
California Planning Guide (link is external)	Zoning Map
CEQA Process Flowchart (link is external)

PLANNING APPLICATIONS

Master Application	Temporary Sign and Banner Application
Tree Permit Application	Vacation Rental Use Permit Application
Sign Permit Application	Business License Application
Appeal Application	Stormwater Permit Application
Fence Permit Application	Preliminary Review Application
Home Occupation Permit Application	Sidewalk and Parking Lot Sale Application
Minor Modification Application	Sidewalk Vending Permit Application
Variance Application	Density Bonus Supplemental Checklist