Departments | Community Development

The mission of the Community Development Department (CDD) is to protect, enhance, and expand Auburn's physical, environmental, economic, and historic assets, and to improve and expand its supply of affordable housing. The CDD is responsible for:

Any person considering developing land within the city may request an initial review of the proposed development and an explanation of applicable code requirements for zoning, subdivision, site plan approval, and building permits. This exchange can either be through a formal written application or via an informal meeting with appropriate city staff.

Questions regarding affordable housing programs in the City of Auburn can be directed to the Community Development Department. Additional information regarding housing and housing-related programs in Placer County is available by visiting the Placer County web site or by calling the Placer County Operator at (530) 889-4000. If you have questions or need information regarding fair housing or fair lending laws, you are encouraged to contact the Fair Housing Hotline Project on the internet or by phone at (800) 400-2260.

For answers to questions about the CDD, read the frequently asked questions or visit the customer service counter.

Community Development Department
1225 Lincoln Way, Room 3
Auburn, CA 95603
Phone: (530) 823-4211, ext. 3
Fax: (530) 885-5508

Wilfred Wong, Community Development Director
(530) 823-4211, ext. 133
wwong@auburn.ca.gov

Reg Murray, Senior Planner
(530) 823-4211, ext. 140
rmurray@auburn.ca.gov

Lance Lowe, Associate Planner
(530) 823-4211, ext. 103
llowe@auburn.ca.gov

Jennifer Solomon, Code Enforcement Officer
(530) 823-4211, ext. 209
jsolomon@auburn.ca.gov