The Planning Division is administered in a manner designed to fulfill the objectives of the Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Code, provide applicants with efficient permit processing services, and provide citizens appropriate opportunities to participate in land use decisions. 

Find information about the Comprehensive Plan, Badger Mountain South Sub Area Plan, Columbia Point Feasibility Analysis and key Master Plans.

Learn about the Hearing Examiner system and why it works!

Find information on Land Use Actions including pending and recent decisions. Land Use and Zoning Maps can be viewed here.

Find forms and applications along with submittal requirements.

Search codes related to zoning and development within the City including signage, subdivisions, plats, critical areas, environmental regulations and shoreline management.

Note: Records submitted to the City of Richland are part of the planning or permitting process become public records subject to release under the Public Records Act.