Development Services

Welcome to the Development Services Department of Cochise County, AZ

We're committed to enhancing residents' quality of life by ensuring our County is the ideal place to live, work, and visit. If you have any questions related to planning or development, feel free to contact us today.

We are updating our Comprehensive Plan and need your help, Cochise County! Here is a link to the Comprehensive Plan 2045 Update project website. We look forward to hearing from you.

BUILDING SAFETY DIVISION

The Building Safety Division coordinates all facets of building plan review and the subsequent inspection process during construction (both residential and commercial) to ensure code conformance in the interest of public health, safety, and welfare.

CODE COMPLIANCE DIVISION

The Code Compliance Division aims to promote, protect, and improve the health, safety, and welfare of Cochise County residents and business owners through education and voluntary compliance with the County’s zoning regulations.

PLANNING & ZONING DIVISION

The Planning and Zoning Division is responsible for long and short-range planning in the unincorporated areas of Cochise County. In order to do so, this Division oversees the administration of all Cochise County land use regulations, which includes the County's Zoning and Subdivision Regulations.