City Planning and Engagement

 

 

Introducing the New Additions to the CAGIS ezTrak Portal for Coordinated Site Reviews and Planning Applications

The City of Cincinnati is proud to announce a transformative upgrade to its service delivery with the launch of the Coordinated Site Review and Planning Applications processes through the new online CAGIS ezTrak portal, coming in early January 2025. This is the first of a multi-phase roll out of development and permitting services designed to streamline processes for a better customer experience and a more efficient workflow. This feature, developed in alignment with the City Manager's strategic framework, reflects our commitment to excellence, equity, and economic growth.

This enhancement represents a major milestone in modernizing how contractors, developers, and businesses interact with the City, making the submission and tracking of applications for coordinated site review, zone changes, planned developments, and subdivisions easier and more efficient.

 

What Makes CAGIS ezTrak a Game-Changer?

• Web-Based System: Apply anytime, anywhere—no need to work around office hours

• Efficiency: A streamlined process that reflects our commitment to innovation

• Self-Service Capabilities: Complete preparation and applications at your convenience

• Reusable Accounts: Create an account once and save time on future projects

• Project Status Tracking: Stay informed at every stage of the approval process

• Collaborative Access: Share data seamlessly across your organization and City agencies

• Unified Communication: Receive updates from multiple City agencies in one central location

 

A Holistic Approach to Collaboration

CAGIS ezTrak consolidates input and coordination from a range of City departments in the Coordinated Site Review and Planning Application process, from the following agencies:

• Department of City Planning & Engagement (DCPE)

• Buildings & Inspections (B&I)

• Department of Community & Economic Development (DCED)

• Greater Cincinnati Waterworks (GCWW)

• Metropolitan Sewer District (MSD)

• Cincinnati Fire Department and Cincinnati Police Department

• Office of Environment & Sustainability (OES)

• Department of Transportation and Engineering (DOTE)

• Department of Health (Food Services)

• Law Department (Real Estate) 

   

The Why Behind the Innovation

This initiative reflects the City’s dedication to delivering best-in-class services that prioritize inclusivity, efficiency, and growth. By leveraging technology, we are making it easier for our community of builders, contractors, and developers to achieve their goals, while fostering transparency and enhancing economic opportunity throughout Cincinnati.

With the launch of this new portal, we are not just introducing a tool—we are setting a new standard for how the City partners with its residents and businesses to build a brighter future.