County of Kern
Planning Department
Ted James, AICP, Director
Public Services Building
2700 "M" Street., Suite 100
Bakersfield, CA 93301-2370
Monday - Friday 8:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M
Phone: (661) 862-8600; FAX: (661) 862-8601
TTY Relay 1-800-735-2929
email:Planning Department

The Kern County Planning Department is a service organization that facilitates the planning for Kern County. We have a wealth of information about our services. As time permits we will continue to add more, but first a few words about where we're located.

Kern County is the third largest county (in acreage) in California with a population of more than 630,000 residents. Kern County, "The Golden Empire," is in the heart of Central California with an economic base of agriculture and oil. The area ranges from scenic desert to snow-covered mountain landscapes. The County seat is Bakersfield which is about 115 miles north of Los Angeles.

July 9, 2008 - Greater Tehachapi Area Specific Plan

July 2008 - Fee Adjustments Approved

Guide to Accessing Zoning Via Kern County GIS Mapping