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Engineering Services Department 

In 2024, Public Works split into two distinct departments: Public Works Operations and Engineering Services. However, we still work closely together to serve our community to the best of our abilities.

 Please visit the Engineering Services page for information regarding, but not limited to:

  • City construction projects (Capital Improvements)
  • Private development projects
  • Wastewater billing
  • Storm Water Protection Program
  • Traffic signals and street lights

City's Online Public Records Portal

Search for records or request records via the City's online Public Records Portal.

Geographic Information System (GIS) HUB

GIS staff is excited to share the newly created, interactive maps to assist the public with determining:

  • City boundaries & zip codes
  • Development projects
  • Council districts
  • Monthly street sweeping schedules
  • Parcel information
  • Street resurfacing
  • Benchmarks
  • Zoning

All maps can be accessed via the GIS HUB

PACO - Project Assistance Center Online

PACO

Applicants can use PACO to submit for certain types of projects, pay for permits, schedule inspections, and get status updates on existing projects.  

Please register for an account to access all of the online services available. Click Here

If you don't see the type of permit or project you are planning, feel free to call Community Development, or come in to City Hall to speak with staff in person. 

PACO is available at www.elcajon.gov/PACO.

Planning information at 619-441-1742

Building information at 619-441-1726

Engineering information at 619-441-1653

 

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