Vision:            

To provide sound planning that will allow the City of Cincinnati to thrive as an urban center, to guide land use, zoning and preservation of historic structures, to facilitate building permitting and construction inspections such that our great city is enriched with vitality and is a model to other cities nationwide.

Mission:

The mission of the department will be realized by: utilizing sound planning principles, ensuring excellent customer service delivery, upholding the life and fire safety standards in our building stock, conserving the rich architectural history of Cincinnati, fostering sustainable and environmentally sensitive developments and encouraging participation from the communities in all aspects of development and redevelopment in the City.